The Scion xB is a compact car (a subcompact car in its first generation) made by Toyota for the United States market and sold under the youth-oriented Scion brand. This is a 5-door boxy hatchback.
Video Scion xB
Generasi pertama (2003-2006)
The first generation XB is a lightweight modified version and rebad version of the Japanese market Toyota bB. It is a small hatchback based on the Toyota Echo/Yaris platform. The xB is one of two models in the exclusive US-US Scion division lineup that was present at the 2003 launch of the brand, the other being the xA, based on Toyota ist.
First generation xB vs. bB first generation
Only the first generation model for both xB and bB are related. The second generation model is based on different platforms.
To create the first-generation xB, bB is modified from right-to-left drive, the front passenger area also changes significantly with the front bb seats being replaced with bucket seats and the shifter mounted on the column is converted to floor-mounted shifter.
The available drivetrains are also different. BB is available with a 1.3a engine, L I4 2NZ-FE or 1.5Ã, L 1NZ-FE, mated exclusively to 4-speed automatic transmission with all available wheel drive. XB is only available with 1NZ-FE that produces 108 hp (81 kW) and 105 lb? Ft (142Ã, N? M) in US specifications, but offers 4-speed automatic transmission or 5-speed manual transmission. All-wheel drive is not offered on xB.
BB Toyota is not equipped with spare tires. In Scion xB, the compact spare tire is stored under the left side of the raised rear cargo floor. Since the spare tire lifts the cargo floor a few inches, the storage is added to the right of the spare tire to retrieve some of the lost storage space. A jack is kept under the driver's seat in xB.
Toyota bB has a pull storage tray under a passenger seat that is not owned by xB.
BB went on sale in February 2000, while xB went on sale in June 2003 for the 2004 model year. First generation bB sales ended in December 2005, while the first generation xB sales ended in June 2007.
Scion t2B (2005)
Scion t2B (Tall-Two Box) is a hatchback concept designed by Calty Design Research and built by Five Axis Models in Huntington Beach, California, with interior design by senior designers Calty Bill Chergosky and Naoki Hamajima. The 5-door hatchback includes a 2.4 liter I4 engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, 14-inch brakes with perforated rotors, 20-inch billet aluminum wheels, LED fog lamps, rear-operated rear spacecraft, asymmetrical three-level instrument panel features big ticker information, mp3 docking station, dual moonroof, half-length suicide door.
The vehicle was unveiled at the 2005 New York Auto Show.
Release the series vehicle
XB, like xA and tC, are also available in "Series Releases" for each model year. These come with limited edition paint colors, matching chair colors, and special modifications such as DVD players, tail lights, special wheels or wheel coverings, and other accessories, to make the RS different from others. All Scion RS 'received a special mark that indicates the serial number. The Limited Edition Vehicle is, from a marketing standpoint, used to create buzz for brand names, with its exterior colors tending toward bright or light colors (ie orange, yellow, red, blue, green). Preordering is available at every dealer on a first-come, first served basis. Scion's "Pure Price" program requires dealers to sell vehicles at advertised prices. The resale value of the Release Series vehicles is a premium command due to the package option and its scarcity.
2004 model year
- xB RS 1.0 is available only on Hot Lava Orange with 2100 units produced (504 units w/5spd, 1596 units w/automatic)
The xB Release Series 1.0 comes with several unique features from the factory that include Lava Heat paint, rear-colored rear spoiler, orange-colored strut tie-bar straps, custom grille, color-adjusted interior, and under-seat & amp; orange illumination dashboard.
2005 model year
- xB RS 2.0 is only available in Solar Yellow with 2500 units manufactured
This RS edition comes with a colored side mirror with turn signal, rear spoiler, a melodious sports exhaust, and a metal mesh grille. Inside is an appliquà © stainless door frame and yellow accents to match the exterior, and a plaque indicating the xxxx/2500 build number. RS 2.0 adds $ 1,375 to the MSRP.
Model year 2006
- xB RS 3.0 is only available in Envy Green with 2200 units produced
The RS 3.0 changes include Envy Green paint, seven-spoke wheel covers, and rear spoiler. Standard features include Alpine DVD audio/video system; IPod connectivity; headrest entertainment system; and radar intrusion sensors. Each of the 2,200 vehicles has its own badge. RS 3.0 adds $ 2,310 to the MSRP price.
- xB RS 4.0 is available only in Penny Severe called Maziora, polarized paint line made by Nippon Paint Co. Japan is (polarized goldish-brown) with 2500 units produced. The Series 4.0 release is painted in 3-part paint Penny Maziora Torcheda, which is a color-shifting finish that changes depending on the viewing angle and/or how light plays from the surface of the car. In this case, the colors change into shades of brown, bronze, and gold. In addition to the luxurious paint, RS 4.0 receives the rear spoiler, Modellista grille, and rear bumper protector and are all colorful. Inside, the floor mat is embroidered with the inscription "Release Series". It also gets multicolor dash lights, new shift buttons and plaque numbers xxxx/2500.
Security
The first generation received a "Good" overall score in a frontal offset test, all the categories measured in this test were also rated "Good". XB scored overall "Bad" in a side impact test. The 2003-2006 xB model does not offer side airbags but incorporates them for the 2008-present model year. Second generation (2007-2015) Second generation >
The second-generation Scion xB is styled as a 5-door hatchback of the t2B concept that was launched at the 2006 New York Auto Show. Toyota launched xB production at the Chicago Auto Show 2007. The new xB is less boxy and larger than its predecessor. The 2008 xB model is 2.8 inches (71 mm) wider, 12-inch (300 mm) longer - including 4 inches (100 mm) longer to the wheels - and more than 600 pounds (270 kg) heavier than the first-generation xB.
Scion xB first generation is very similar to the original bB inspiration, but the second generation xB is based on the "wishes" of American buyers relative to the first generation, combined with new style bB 2005. Sales of Scion xB drop after switching from the first generation of compact to second generation xB2 much bigger.
Scion xB is produced by Kanto Auto Works, Ltd. based in Japan. Due to the 2011 Japan earthquake, production was discontinued from March 14, 2011 to April 18, 2011, affecting several Toyota vehicles, including Scion xB and Scion xD. The affected plants include Toyota Motor Hokkaido Plant, Toyota Motor Tohoku Plant, and Miyagi Central Motor Corporation, which produces the Toyota Yaris.
The second generation xB is equipped with a straightforward 2.4-L Toyota 2AZ-FE engine with 158 hp (118 kW) and 162 pound (220 m) power, divided by first-generation tC and Toyota Camry, which is at 22 mpg -US (11Ã, L/100 km; 26 mpg -imp ) city/28 mpg -US (8.4 L/100Ã, km; 34Ã, mpg -imp ) hwy has a higher fuel consumption than the previous model engine 1.5Ã, L (26 mpg -US (9.0 L/100 km); 31 mpg -imp ) city/31 mpg -US (7.6 L/100 km; 37 mpg -imp ) hwy). A five-speed manual and four-speed automatic take-shift turns are the only factory option apart from color and stereo.
The choice of three new head units is available in all 2008 Scions. All sound systems have six speakers and standard iPod connectivity. The head-base unit has CD MP3, WMA, and AAC compatibility as well as CNS Scion equalizer presets. The base unit can also be set to one of three preset Scion models (xB, xD, or tC) and includes an "Automatic Sound Levelizer" feature that automatically increases the volume when vehicle speed and noise increases. The Premium head unit features a small LCD that can display images and movies downloaded from the Pioneer website in addition to the features on the base unit. Navigation system is also available. The SNS 100 system can play DVD movies in addition to GPS functionality and basic system features, apart from a backlit color option.
In 2011, for the 2012 model year, new radio with bluetooth became the standard.
All xB comes standard with four-wheel anti-lock brakes, brake relief, electronic brake power distribution, Vehicle Stability control drivers, and two-passenger front passenger airbags, airbags next to front seat chairs, front and rear side airbags, Tools for help.
In 2013, xB is selected by cars.com as the Top 10 Best Base Model.
Security
The second-generation Scion xB has been awarded Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) for six consecutive years. It received an overall "Good" score at the Insurance Institute for Roadway highway offset collision test, and the other "Good" other score in side collision impact test, with the nine measured categories also rated "Good". And a "Good" score in a roof strength test.
Awards
Car and Driver magazine rated xB 2008 as one of ten safe vehicles under US $ 25,000 .
Releasing the series vehicle
2008 model year
- xB RS 5.0 is available only in Gold Rush Mica with 2500 units produced (Second Scion RS other than tC to have sunroof)
Model year 2009
- xB RS 6.0 is available only in Absolutely Red with 2500 units produced by RS 6.0 adding $ 1,743 to MSRP.
Model year 2010
- xB RS 7.0 with a four-piece DAMD body kit, available only in Murasaki (Ungu), with 2,000 units produced The RS 7.0 adding $ 3000 to the MSRP base.
Model year 2011
- xB RS 8.0 with a four-piece Kenstyle body kit, available only in Voodoo Blue, with 2,000 units produced. RS 8.0 adds $ 2,405 to MSRP.
Model year 2012
- xB RS 9.0 is only available on Hot Lava with 1500 units produced. RS 9.0 adds $ 1,810 to MSRP.
2013 model year
- xB 10 Series is available only in Silver Ignition with 2100 units produced. The Scion 10 Series model was made to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Scion brand. The xB model includes a unique Silver Ignition exterior color, illuminates the Scion exterior (front and back) badges, Pioneer's touch-screen audio system, sunlit shift illuminated luminaires, individualized numbered interior badges, 16-inch graphite coatings and serial blade-jack 10 added $ 2,410 to MSRP.
2014 model year
- xB RS 10.0 is available only in Electric Quartz with 1500 units produced. Equipped with green Scion logo projection on the rear bumper, Green Release Series logo and matching numbers are projected on the front floor mat, wireless charging area, green interior pattern, backup camera, Piano Black inserts and Tungsten wheel cover.
Scion RIDE
This is a 1:18 Ridemakerz model based on the second generation xB Scion. The body is available in Cannonball Black, Comet Blue and Wasabi Green.
The 7: 8 concept is full-sized and the toy was unveiled in the SEMA 2007 event.
Toyota Corolla Rumion (E150N, 2007 -)
Different version styles for the Japanese market.
Toyota Toyota Rukus (2010-2015)
Different styles for the Australian market, with 2AZ-FE 2.4l engine and semi-automatic four-speed gearbox, released June 2010.
2011 model year updates
Scion announced in March 2010 that the 2011 model, which was sold in late March 2010, is being refreshed. Two new colors are available, and there are minor changes to the exterior body, including revised front and rear bumpers, new front grille, and new headlights and taillights. Interior changes include revised gauge cluster, center console and new driver and front passenger seat with new material. MSRP up US $ 150 to US $ 16.000 for manual and US $ 16,950 for automatic transmission. In addition, Scion xB went on sale in Canada for the first time along with the entire Scion lineup.
2013 model year updates
For the 2013 model year, Scion made several improvements including improved front and rear bumpers and some upgraded interiors including optional BeSpoke radios. The new colors are Absolutely Red and Nautical Blue Metallic (Absolutely Red available in 2009 as RS 6.0). Stingray Metallic and Elusive Blue Metallic colors dropped (Stingray Metallic is a very expensive color and Toyota no longer offers it on any model). 2013 model sales begin in February 2013.
2014 model year update
Sales for the 2014 model begin in December 2013. There are no major changes for this year's model. All models now come with a standard 6.1-inch Scion touch screen audio.
2015 model year update
Sales for the 2015 model begin in December 2014. For the new year model, Scion adds a standard backup camera to xB as well as continuing updates for 2014.
Termination and replacement
Scion xB, along with the Toyota Matrix, was replaced by the second generation Toyota Auris Scion iM, launched in April 2015 for the 2016 model year. Toyota Rukus the equivalent Australian market was discontinued in October 2015 and Toyota Corolla Rumion in the Japanese market was suspended in December 2015.
Maps Scion xB
Electric vehicles
AC propulsion has produced the first generation xB electric version called e-mail.
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University's Robotics Institute have turned Scion xB into a commuter electric vehicle as part of their ChargeCar ​​research project.
Scion Marketing
Scion xB Marketing is intended for Generation Y, Americans born between 1980 and 1994. This group of car buyers is very important for manufacturers because of their large numbers (78 million) and their different perceptions and demands of the vehicles they drive. Although the target market of Scion xB, the average age of buyers xB is 46.
Although Toyota expects xA to sell better than xB, it is evidently true, with xB outnumbered its brother 2 to 1. However, in early 2016, Toyota announced the cessation of xB.
Sales
The Scion xB was Scion's most popular model in the United States until 2011, when it was exceeded by tC. In the US, xB sales have declined after the introduction of the second generation, from peaks of over 60,000 to 17,017 in 2011.
Chinese copy
In 2009, Great Wall Motor of China released Coolbear, which is a copy of the first generation xB, but with different front ends.
See also
- AC Propulsion eBox
References
External links
- Official website
Source of the article : Wikipedia
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