Aside from providing an excellent canvas for custom paint and graphics, the xB shape yields a spacious interior from minimal exterior dimensions. 2006 Scion xB features large door openings including a large rear fifth door hatch with an electric power release handle for easy opening to a roomy rear cargo area.

Inside, the xB driver and passenger enjoy front sport seats with tall seat height and expansive head and legroom. The second-row seats fold flat in a 60/40 configuration, providing a completely flat cargo floor. There are ample storage compartments throughout the cabin.

The interior is multi-purpose and uniquely combines class-leading materials and finish with outstanding versatility. The instrument panel is covered in a cross-grain vinyl that provides a modern look, and the center stack housing the audio and ventilation controls features metal tone trim. The speedometer and odometer are more centrally located for easy readability and feature black-on-white gauges, while auxiliary controls feature amber illumination..

As in the Scion xA, extensive use of light-weight sound absorption materials made of 100 percent recyclable thermo-plasticity-resin are used throughout the cabin, contributing to a reduction in noise, vibration and harshness (NVH).



Sporty, Spunky

2006 Scion xB combines spirited performance with outstanding fuel efficiency. It is powered by a sophisticated 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine that features Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i). The engine produces 103 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 101 lb-ft. of peak torque at 4,200 rpm. Weighing in at just around 2,400 pounds, the xB provides energetic response.

The engine is teamed to a five-speed manual transmission, or optional four-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission. The xB has excellent fuel economy ratings: EPA city/highway mileage estimates of 31/34 mpg with the five-speed manual transmission and 31/35 mpg with the available four-speed automatic transmission. The xB is EPA certified as a low emission vehicle (LEV).

2006 xB chassis features MacPherson struts with coil springs in the front and torsion beam axle rear suspension with toe-correcting geometry. The suspension is tuned for firm feel with confident handling. The steering rack is mounted to a subframe for noise and vibration control. 2006 Scion xB rolls on standard 15-inch steel wheels with P185/60R15 tires. Customers now have a choice of one of three all-new wheel cover designs shared between xA and xB.



Designed for Safety

Belying its low price, the Scion xB is equipped with an array of standard safety systems commonly seen on more expensive vehicles, including anti-lock brakes (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA).

The EBD system detects the differences in front- and rear-wheel speeds and distributes the proper braking force to all four wheels, and ABS helps to prevent the wheels from locking during severe braking conditions.

The Brake Assist function helps a driver who may not be depressing the pedal hard enough during emergency braking conditions. This function assesses the driver's braking according to how much and how hard the pedal has been depressed, and then generates additional brake force to assist the driver.


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