2005 Scion xB

$5,000
from
5
listings
$5K–$12K
price range
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Low$5,000
High$11,500
From$5,000
Avg Mileage105,000 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 5 active dealer listings as of

2005 Scion xB Trims

All Trims Combined
From$5,000
$5K–$12K
5 listings105,000 avg miles
Release Series 10.0
From$7,000
2 listings|$7K–$9K

2005 Scion xB Pricing

Price Trend

+24.7%
$4K$6K$8K$11K$13KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$4,980
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

5 listings and counting.

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Scion xB Safety & Reliability

Elevated

With 0 recalls and 92 complaints, the 2005 Scion xB rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

0
Recalls
92
Complaints
15
Crashes
1
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2005 Scion xB's biggest weak point? STRUCTURE. It leads 92 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Structure15
02Visibility14
03Air Bags12
04Vehicle Speed Control8
05Engine And Engine Cooling6
92 total across 1 model years (2005–2005)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Scion xB Fuel Economy

28–29mpg combined
·
27city
·
31-32hwy
·
$1,500-$1,550/yr

Fuel economy for the 2005 Scion xB ranges from 28 to 29 MPG combined across 2 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
xB - Automatic 4-spd
29mpg
1.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
27 city32 hwy~$1,500/yr-1/10 Poor
xB - Manual 5-spd
28mpg
1.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
27 city31 hwy~$1,550/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 2005 Scion xB

34States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Florida (12%), but the remaining listings are spread across 33 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2005.

2005 Scion xB: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2005 Scion xB a good car to buy?

The 2005 Scion xB has its strengths and its watch-outs. Owners report structure as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

What's the gas mileage of the 2005 Scion xB?

Depending on configuration, the 2005 Scion xB delivers 28–29 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2005 Scion xB?

Out of 92 owner complaints, structure issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 2005 compare to other Scion xB years?

Each Scion xB model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Scion xB overview page.

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