Trim Report

Scion tC Spec2008

Includes:TC|Spec
$5,300
Starting From
4
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 4 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $5,300
Max $7,408
From $5,300
Fresh

Spec Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$3,950
$4K–$6K
6 listings200,000 avg miles
10 Series
From$925
6 listings|$925–$15K
Release Series 7.0
From$5,399
4 listings|$5K–$13K
Release Series 8.0
From$5,900
5 listings|$6K–$11K
Spec
From$5,300
4 listings|$5K–$7K

2008 Scion tC Spec Pricing

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Where to Find Scion tC Spec

Location data for all 2008 Scion tC trims combined

25States

If you're near California, you're in luck: 20% of listings are there. But with 25 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Scion tC Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2008 Scion tC trims

High Concern

The 2008 Scion tC's high safety profile includes 0 recall campaigns and 86 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

0
Recalls
86
Complaints
15
Crashes
2
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2008 Scion tC has accumulated 86 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with engine leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Engine19
02Structure16
03Air Bags9
04Unknown Or Other5
05Visibility5
86 total across 1 model years (2008–2008)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Scion tC Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2008 Scion tC trims

23–24mpg combined
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20-21city
·
27-29hwy
·
$2,800-$2,950/yr

With 2 configurations tested, the 2008 Scion tC ranges from 23 to 24 MPG combined. That's a 1 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
tC - Automatic 4-spd
24mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city29 hwy~$2,800/yr-1/10 Poor
tC - Manual 5-spd
23mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city27 hwy~$2,950/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the Spec Worth It?

Common questions about the 2008 Scion tC Spec

How does the Spec compare to other Scion tC trims?

The Spec occupies a distinct position in the Scion tC range. See how it stacks up on the 2008 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2008 Scion tC Spec?

Maintenance costs for the Spec align with the broader Scion tC ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The most-reported issue area is engine. Check the 2008 Scion tC page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Scion tC Spec?

For the Spec, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Scion tC buyer's guide.

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