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2005 Scion tC Base 3dr HB Manual (GS)

2005 Scion tC
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Front Wheel Drive, 3 Door Hatchback, Sub-compact
22 mpg city / 29 mpg hwy
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Pros: Stylish, content for the dollar, relatively roomy rear seat, good shifter
Cons: Driving position, not very thrilling, uncomfortable rear seat


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Pros: Awesome feature content, bargain price, high-quality interior, excellent clutch and shifter.
Cons: Mild-mannered demeanor, unexceptional engine and handling, limited driver involvement, some ergonomic missteps.

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Pros: Very inexpensive, Lexus like build quality, plenty of power, unbeatable standard features, clean european design
Cons: A bit heavy, Electronic throttle body, Want one? Get in line


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Pros: Its price, its design, its power, its features...did I mention the price?
Cons: The flimsy stereo cover. That's about it.


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Pros: great design, fun to drive, awesome factory sound system
Cons: short warranty, small issues (maybe 1st model year related?), dealer seemingly not knowledgeable


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Pros: Automatic transmission, price, 6 Speaker Sound system, Roominess, Handling, no-haggle price!
Cons: trying to find some


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Pros: Good looking, safe feeling, great interior!
Cons: Gas mileage? Customer service (online chat) not helpful.


The Bottom Line: A good car at the right ....

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Pros: dual sunroofs, alloy wheels, power everything, under $18k!
Cons: heavy, which affects cornering ability, but not that bad


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Pros: Cost, Styling, Torque, Drivetrain Reliability, Panoramic Sunroof, Side Mirrors, Wheels
Cons: Rattles, Horsepower, Paint, Sway Bars, Brakes, Trunk Release, Amber Dashlights, Vanity Mirror Lights

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Pros: Great value for price. Smooth, reliable engine.European styling with japanese reliability. Fantastic!
Cons: Easy to modify means also easy to take apart by accident. Hate radio cover.

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Scion Forums – Forum dedicated to the new addition to the Toyota bloodline: Scion. Includes xA, xB and new tC. Source: www.toyotanation.com

Front Wing-Equipped Scion tC Looks Dumb, Sets Record [Racing News] – Just when we thought we'd seen it all, along comes Chris Rado and his huge front wing-equipped Scion tC, putting down-force right where it's needed. The result — a new FWD lap record at Willow Springs. Everything is unofficial at this point, bu Source: feeds.gawker.com

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