2008 Scion xB - TT Editors

Long-Term Arrival: 2008 Scion xB
"Quirky raised to a new art form." That's how technical editor Kim Reynolds praised the new, second-generation 2008 Scion xB.

Long Term Update 2: 2008 Scion xB
9 months and 11,988 miles - After almost 12,000 miles, the Scion has achieved 22.7 mpg and garnered maintenance cost of just $24.99, thanks in part to a complimentary first service at 5000 miles.

Long Term Update 4: 2008 Scion xB
11 months and 15,711 miles - The xB is still frugal at the pump, delivering about 23 mpg over its nearly 16,000-mile tenure.

Long Term Update 5: 2008 Scion xB
The Scion xB's iPod setup is a great feature to have on a long drive, with one exception -- you have to be stopped to make any changes.

Long Term Verdict: 2008 Scion xB
Better, but Not As Exceptional