Scion xD

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Scion xD; XP110 series
Overview
Manufacturer Scion
Also called Toyota ist
Toyota Urban Cruiser
Production 2007-present
Model years 2008-present
Assembly Toyota, Aichi, Japan (Takaoka)
Kanegasaki, Iwate, Japan
Body and chassis
Class Subcompact
Body style 5-door hatchback
Layout FF layout
Related Toyota Yaris
Toyota Ractis
Toyota ist
Powertrain
Engine 1.8 L 128 hp (95 kW) 2ZR-FE I4
Transmission 5-speed manual
4-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase 96.9 in (2,461 mm)
Length 154.7 in (3,929 mm)
Width 67.9 in (1,725 mm)
Height 2008-2010: 60.0 in (1,524 mm)
2011-Present: 59.4 in (1,509 mm)
Curb weight 2,665 lb (1,209 kg)
Chronology
Predecessor Scion xA

The Scion xD is a five-door hatchback subcompact marketed in the US and Canada by Japanese manufacturer Toyota beginning with the 2008 model year — replacing the xA. The Scion xD and the second generation xB were first shown to the public on February 8, 2007 at the Chicago Auto Show.[1] The xD appeared in Scion showrooms in mid-2007 in the USA and in 2011 for Canada.

Features

Front

The xD comes standard with power locks, mirrors, and windows, and 16" wheels. The vehicle also has ABS, a tire pressure monitoring system, Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) with Traction Control (TRAC), dual stage driver and passenger airbags, seat mounted driver and passenger side airbags, and side curtain airbags as standard features.[2]

For 2008, a choice from three new head units made by Pioneer are available. All sound systems feature six speakers and standard iPod connectivity. The base head unit has MP3, WMA, and AAC CD compatibility, and Scion's SSP equalizer presets, as well as orange lighting. The Premium head unit has all the features of the base unit, but also has a small LCD that can display pictures and movies downloaded from Pioneer's website in addition to the features on the base unit and has two different lighting schemes, blue and orange. A navigation system is also available. The SNS 100 system can play DVD movies in addition to GPS functionality and the features of the base system, aside from the backlit color choices.

For 2010, a choice from two new head units made by Alpine are available. Also, the iPod connectivity has been revamped in the form of an USB port, along with an AUX jack located together, on the driver side of the vehicle. Previous model years with Pioneer had two separate inputs on both sides of the cigarette lighter/accessory plug, with the AUX jack port being on the driver side, and the iPod connectivity (specially made for Toyota) port located on the passenger side. The upgraded Alpine head unit features a touchscreen, and HD radio tuner, along with an optional Navigation system upgrade.

For the 2011 model year, the Scion xD received a minor change to the grille, and sales began in Canada with the launch of the Scion brand there.

Engines

Engine

The front-wheel-drive xD comes with the 2ZR-FE DOHC 1.8-litre 4-cylinder engine with dual VVT-i that makes 128 bhp (95 kW) and 125 lb·ft (169 N·m) of torque. It can be mated to either a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic transmission. The United States Environmental Protection Agency estimated mileage for all model years is 27 mpg-US (8.7 L/100 km; 32 mpg-imp) city and 33 mpg-US (7.1 L/100 km; 40 mpg-imp) highway.

Performance

  • Drag Coefficient: 0.32[3]
  • 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h): 8.3 seconds[3]
  • 1⁄4 mi (402 m): 16.5 seconds @ 86 MPH[3]
  • Top Speed: Limited to 120 mph (193 km/h)[4]

Similar models

A convertible concept of the vehicle from the 2011 Montreal International Auto Show.

The xD is a second-generation Toyota ist; the first was marketed in the US as a Scion xA. It is essentially a mildly elongated five-door Toyota Vitz. The Vitz is a three-door marketed in the US as the Yaris. Thus, the five-door Yaris was not offered in the US market when the three-door and sedan were launched; however, as of 2009, the five-door Vitz is be offered in the US as the Yaris. The xD features the same sliding and reclining rear seat that is optional on the Yaris three-door. Unlike the Yaris and xA/first generation Ist, the xD's instrument gauges are located behind the steering wheel (as opposed to being centered atop the dashboard). As opposed to the Yaris and xA, the xD's speedometer and tachometer are on the same dial counter-rotating.

Release Series

Similar to other Scion models, the xD adds Release Series limited edition models for each model year. Because of the short production runs (most dealers only got 2-3 of each RS model), these limited edition vehicles quickly sell out. Customers are able to pre-order at each dealership on a first-come, first-served basis. To the customer's benefit, Scion's "Pure Price" MSRP binds dealerships against market-demand vehicle mark-up.

  • xD RS 1.0: only available in Hot Lava Orange with 2,000 units produced.
  • xD RS 2.0: only available in Electric Wasabi with 1,600 units produced.
  • xD RS 3.0: only available in xPRESSO Brown with 1,500 units produced.
  • xD RS 4.0: only available in Blizzard Pearl with 800 units produced.

Reliability

According to Consumer Reports, the xD was the most reliable new automobile for 2009 in the United States, with 83 percent fewer problems than average.[5]

Safety

Standard safety features include anti-lock brakes with electronic brake distribution and brake assist, traction control and six airbags.

The Scion xD received the top score of five stars in government crash tests for both front and rear passenger safety in a side impact collision as well as a four-star rating for driver and passenger safety in a front-end collision. The xD also received a four-star rollover rating, which means that there is an estimated 15 percent chance of rollover in a single vehicle collision.[6] This is under the "old" system of government ranking. A new system has been devised for the 2011 model year of all vehicles. However, the closely related Toyota Urban Cruiser scored a poor 3/5 stars in the EuroNCAP tests.[7]

Starting with the 2010 model year, all xDs come standard with vehicle stability control.

Sales

In the U.S., sales of xD fell to 9,573 in 2011 from 32,603 in 2006.[8]

Calendar year US sales
2007 10,948[citation needed]
2008 27,665[9]
2009 14,499[10]
2010 10,110[11]
2011 9,573[12]
2012 10,756[13]
2013 9,005[14]

References

  1. ↑ "Chicago Auto Show: 2008 Scion xD". Road & Track. Retrieved February 8, 2007. 
  2. ↑ "Scion Debuts all new Scion xD". Retrieved May 28, 2007. 
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 "Road Test: 2008 Scion xD: Program #2708". MotorWeek. Retrieved 2010-09-16. 
  4. ↑ "2009 Scion xD 5-Door Wagon 5-Spd MT". Yahoo! Autos. 2009. Retrieved 2010-09-16. 
  5. ↑ Pratte, David (2009-01-30). "2008 Scion xD - Cyberpunk Cool". autoguide.com. Retrieved 2012-05-23. 
  6. ↑ "2012 Scion xD Safety | U.S. News Best Cars". Usnews.rankingsandreviews.com. Retrieved 2012-01-10. 
  7. ↑ "EuroNCAP Safety Rating for the Toyota Urban Cruise". Retrieved 2012-07-20. 
  8. ↑ Nicholas Maronese (Apr 24, 2012). "Scion killing off xB, xD models". Sympatico autos. 
  9. ↑ "Toyota Reports 2008 and December Sales". USA: Toyota. 2009-01-05. Retrieved 2012-05-23. 
  10. ↑ "Toyota Reports December And 2009 Saless". USA: Toyota. 2010-01-05. Retrieved 2012-05-23. 
  11. ↑ "Toyota Reports December And 2010 Sales". USA: Toyota. 2011-01-04. Retrieved 2012-05-23. 
  12. ↑ "Toyota Reports December 2011 and Year-End Sales". USA: Toyota. 2012-01-04. Retrieved 2012-01-10. 
  13. ↑ "December 2012 and Year-End Sales Chart". USA: Toyota. 2013-01-03. Retrieved 2013-01-04. 
  14. ↑ "December 2013 and Year-End Sales Chart". USA: Toyota. 2014-01-03. Retrieved 2014-01-09. 
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