2013 Scion tC

$5,900
from
19
listings
$6K–$11K
price range
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Low$5,900
High$11,000
From$5,900
Avg Mileage140,789 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 19 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

2013 Scion tC Trims

All Trims Combined
From$5,900
$6K–$11K
19 listings140,789 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

2013 Scion tC Pricing

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Scion tC Safety & Reliability

Low Concern

With 1 recalls and 9 complaints, the 2013 Scion tC rates as low on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

1
Recalls
9
Complaints
2
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
18E0910002018-20-09
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain Toyota Racing Development (TRD) brake kits, part numbers PTR09-21111 and PTR09-52080, sold by Toyota as an optional accessory for model year 2008-2015 Scion xB, and 2011-2016 Scion tC vehicles. Over time, the brake hoses in these kits may fatigue and fail.

Failure of a brake hose will reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2013 Scion tC's biggest weak point? POWER TRAIN. It leads 9 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Power Train3
02Service Brakes2
03Air Bags1
04Visibility1
05Air Bags,service Brakes1
9 total across 1 model years (2013–2013)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Scion tC Fuel Economy

25mpg combined
·
22-23city
·
30hwy
·
$2,700/yr

The 2013 Scion tC delivers 25 MPG combined, consistent across 2 configurations. Straightforward efficiency.

By Trim
tC - Automatic (S6)
25mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city30 hwy~$2,700/yr7/10 Clean
tC - Manual 6-spd
25mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city30 hwy~$2,700/yr7/10 Clean

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

Where to Find 2013 Scion tC

25States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in California (20%), but the remaining listings are spread across 24 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2013.

Buying a 2013 Scion tC?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2013 Scion tC a good car to buy?

The 2013 Scion tC has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is power train, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2013 Scion tC?

There are 1 documented recall for the 2013 Scion tC. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2013 Scion tC?

EPA rates the 2013 Scion tC at 25 MPG combined across the board. Check the fuel economy section for the city/highway breakdown.

What are common problems with the 2013 Scion tC?

POWER TRAIN is the number-one complaint area for the 2013 Scion tC, based on 9 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2013 compare to other Scion tC years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Scion tC model years. Visit the Scion tC buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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