Scion xA (XP60)
2004 Scion xA (US)
Overview
Manufacturer	Toyota
Also called	Toyota Ist (Japan, 2002–2007) Toyota xA (Middle East)
Production	2003–2006
Model years	2004-2007
Assembly	Japan: Kanegasaki, Iwate (Kanto Auto Works)
Designer	Masanari Sakae (2000)
Body and chassis
Class	Subcompact car
Body style	5-door hatchback
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Platform	Toyota NBC platform
Related	Scion xB/Toyota bB (XP30) Toyota Echo sedan/coupé Toyota Echo hatchback Toyota Yaris Verso/Fun Cargo
Powertrain
Engine	1.5 L 1NZ-FE I4 (gasoline)
Power output	103–108 hp (77–81 kW; 104–109 PS)
Transmission	5-speed manual 4-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	93.3 in (2,370 mm)
Length	154.1 in (3,915 mm)
Width	66.7 in (1,695 mm)
Height	60.2 in (1,530 mm)
Curb weight	2,341 lb (1,062 kg)
Chronology
Successor	Scion xD

The Scion xA is a five-door subcompact hatchback marketed in the US from 2004-2006 — as an export model of the Japanese domestic market Toyota Ist. Based on the first generation Toyota Vitz hatchback, the xA shared a platform with the Toyota Platz sedan.

The xA received a minor facelift for the 2006 model year, before importation ended in December 2006. The xA's successor, the xD was delivered to US dealerships beginning in August 2007 as a 2008 model.

Technical data

• Engine:
  • 1.5 L DOHC I4 engine.
  • 108 hp (81 kW) @ 6000 rpm (revised to 103 SAE net horsepower in 2006)
  • 105 ft·lbf (142 Nm) of torque @ 4200 rpm (revised to 101 lb⋅ft (137 N⋅m) in 2006)
• Platform: NCP61
• Cargo volume: 11.7 ft³ (331 L)
• EPA fuel economy ratings:

• 2008 EPA revised fuel economy ratings for the 2004 model are 27 mpg_‑US (8.7 L/100 km; 32 mpg_‑imp)/ 34 mpg_‑US (6.9 L/100 km; 41 mpg_‑imp) for both manual and automatic transmission. For the 2005 and 2006 models, fuel economy is estimated at 27 mpg_‑US (8.7 L/100 km; 32 mpg_‑imp)/34 mpg_‑US (6.9 L/100 km; 41 mpg_‑imp) for vehicles with a manual transmission and 27 mpg_‑US (8.7 L/100 km; 32 mpg_‑imp)/35 mpg_‑US (6.7 L/100 km; 42 mpg_‑imp) for those with an automatic transmission.^[1]
• Drag Coefficient: 0.31
• 0-60 mph: 8.8 seconds^[2]
• 1/4 mile: 16.7 seconds at 81.3 miles per hour (130.8 km/h)^[2]
• Top Speed: Limited to 110 mph^[3]

Some of the revisions for 2006 include modified bumpers and side skirts, as well as turn signal indicators on the side mirrors and audio controls located on the steering wheel. The xA was also the first production vehicle to offer an optional iPod input with head unit display, as well as a more refined, user-friendly head unit and more exterior colors.

Release series

Beginning in late spring 2004 with the launch of the 2004 Scion xB RS 1.0 (Release Series 1.0) Scion decided to create limited edition vehicles pre-packaged with exclusive accessories in limited quantities. Limited Edition vehicles from a marketing standpoint were used to create a buzz for the brandname, with their exterior colors tending to be loud or bright hues (i.e. orange, yellow, red, blue, green). Because of the growing popularity of the Scion product line and the scarce production runs (most dealers only got 2-3 of each RS model), these limited edition vehicles quickly sell out. Preordering is available 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. Naturally, resale values of Release Series vehicles command a premium because of their packaged options and scarcity.

2005

• xA RS 1.0: Available only in Absolutely Red, standard equipment included a sports grille and color-keyed rear spoiler, power Webasto factory moonroof, 6 spoke alloy wheels, color-keyed ground effects and vehicle stability control (VSC). Only 1,550 units were produced^[4]

2005

• xA RS 2.0 only available in Spectra Blue Mica with 1,700 units produced^[5]

2006

• xA RS 3.0 only available in Stingray Metallic light blue with 2,100 units produced^[6]

Sales