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Scion tC
2016 Scion tC
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$19,385
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Volkswagen Rabbit
2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
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$16,300
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.5L Inline-5 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 23 MPG
Hwy: 31 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 30 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

Photos

Scion tC
Rear Angle View
Dashboard
12
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Volkswagen Rabbit
2008-2009 Volkswagen Rabbit Rear Angle View
2008-2009 Volkswagen Rabbit Front Seats
15
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
2.5L Inline-5 Gas
Horsepower
179 hp @ 6000 rpm
170 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque
172 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm
177 lb-ft @ 4250 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,082 lbs
3,072 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
26 MPG
24 MPG
City
23 MPG
21 MPG
Highway
31 MPG
30 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.8 Tons/yr
N/A
EPA rating
N/A
7

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gallons
14.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
333.5 miles
304.5 miles
Cruising Range Highway
449.5 miles
435 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
176.6 in
165.8 in
Height
55.7 in
58.2 in
Max Width
70.7 in
69.3 in
Front Width
60.6 in
60.6 in
Rear Width
61.4 in
59.8 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
101.5 in
Ground Clearance
6.3 in
5.4 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.8 in
41.2 in
Front Seat Headroom
37.7 in
39.3 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.4 in
54.7 in
Front Seat Hip Room
52.6 in
N/A
Rear Seat Leg Room
34.6 in
35.3 in
Rear Seat Headroom
36.4 in
38.5 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
52.1 in
54.6 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
48.5 in
N/A

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
N/A
15.1 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter
37.4 ft
35.7 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Steel Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 7.5"
15" x 6"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 7.5"
15" x 6"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Independent
Rear Suspension
Double Wishbone
Independent

Tires

Front Tire
P225/45WR18
195/65HR15
Rear Tire
P225/45WR18
195/65HR15
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Absolutely Red
  • Black
  • Blizzard Pearl
  • Blue Streak Metallic
  • Cement
  • Cosmic Gray Mica
  • Magnetic Gray Metallic
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Dark Charcoal, Fabric Upholstery
  • Anthracite, Media cloth seat trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Not Available
Premium Sound System
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Optional

Comfort

Navigation System
Optional
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Maintenance
2 Years / 25,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
2 Years / Unlimited Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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