2006 Scion tC Review

2006 Scion tC Overview

Totally fresh audio systems that include steering wheel controls and ipod connector mark the 2006 tC. This two-door coupe comes from Toyota’s youth oriented Scion division just like its sister “Lexus”. It has a 160hp 4-cylinder engine and a 5 speed manual transmission or optional 4 speed automatic transmission. Lots of great features like antilock 4 wheel disc brakes and a driver knee airbag are standard options. An option includes front side airbags and curtain side airbags that cover both seating rows safely. The 2006 Scion tC’s front passenger seatback can recline to form a long surface in tandem with a split folding rear seat. Newly available are audio systems that connect with and can control digital media players in addition to satellite radio.

• Model lineup: Scion tC ($16,200)
• Transmissions: 5-speed manual; 4-speed automatic
• Safety equipment (standard): Front airbags, knee air bag; ABS, EBD
• Safety equipment (optional): side-impact and roof airbags
• Basic warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles
• Assembled in: Tasumi, Japan
• Model tested (MSRP): Scion tC ($16,200)
• Options as tested (MSRP): side and roof air bags ($650)
• Price as tested (MSRP): $17,370
• Layout: front-wheel drive
• Engine: 2.4-liter dohc 16-valve inline-4
• Horsepower (hp @ rpm): 160 @ 5700
• Torque (lb-ft. @ rpm): 163 @ 4000
• Transmission: 5 speed manual.
• EPA fuel economy city/highway: 22/30 mpg
• Wheelbase: 106.3 in.
• Length/width/height: 174/69.1/55.7 in.
• Track, front/rear: 59.3/59.3 in.
• Seating capacity: 5
• Cargo volume: 12.8 cu. ft.
• Towing capacity: Not rated.
• Suspension front: independent, MacPherson strut
• Suspension rear: independent, double wishbone
• Ground clearance: 5.2 in.
• Curb weight: 2905 lbs.
• Brakes, f/r: disc/disc with ABS, EBD
• Fuel capacity: 14.5 gal.
• Manufacturer’s warranty: 5 years
• Manufacturer’s Warranty: 60000 Miles

2006 Scion tC exterior features

• Driver and passenger power partialy painted door mirrors indicators
• Complex surface lens halogen headlights
• Luxury trim alloy on doors
• Mica paint
• Rear window with defogger
• Great looking glass electric front sunroof
• Tinted glass on the cabin

2006 Scion tC interior features

Interior materials are great quality. The bucket seats are very comfortable and there is more then enough room to suit tall drivers. A 160-watt stereo is standard and 2006 tC with audio upgrades including Ipod connector and satellite radio. The Scion tC offers options that allow owners to build cars unique to their tastes. Some of the great interior features of this super car include but are not limited to:

• 12v power outlet
• Air conditioning
• Front ashtray
• Audio anti theft protection
• Pioneer audio system with AM/FM and MP3 CD player
• Clock for time
• Full dashboard console with open storage box and full floor console with covered storage box.
• Cruise control
• Front and rear seats cup holders
• External temperature display
• Carpet in load area
• Driver and passenger standard front airbag
• Bucket driver seat with height adjustment and tilt adjustment in addition to bucket passenger seat
• Front seat shared center armrest
• Two height adjustable head restraints on front seats and three height adjustable head restraints on back seat.
• Illuminated entry system
• Automatic low tire pressure indicator
• Remote power locks and trunk
• Power steering
• Front power windows with two one touch power
• Front map lights
• Rear view mirror
• Steering wheel mounted audio controls
• Remote fuel door release
• Cloth seat upholstery with extra cloth
• Seating five seats
• Service interval indicator
• Six standard speakers
• Multi function steering wheel with tilt adjustment
• Tachometer
• Driver and passenger vanity mirrors
• Ventilation system with recirculation setting

Pro’s and Con’s

Pro’s

• Very smooth engine.
• Lexus like quality.
• Fully loaded with high value options.
• Sleek stylish interior.
• Toyota’s reliability.

Con’s

• Exterior isnt stylish.
• Low Horsepower.
• Faster cars are available for the same price.
• Very limited trunk room.
• Heavy for its size.