The 2008 tC is a 2-door, 5-passenger sports coupe, available in one trim only, the Sport Coupe.
Upon introduction, the tC is equipped with a standard 2.4-liter, I4, 161-horsepower engine that achieves 20-mpg in the city and 27-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 4-speed automatic transmission is optional.
The 2008 tC is freshened for 2008.
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Strengths: styling, horsepower, interior amenities, good gas mileage, affordable
Weaknesses: none I can think of
Summary: I have had my 2008 tC for about 8 months and have put about 8700 miles on it. This has been a great car! I replaced my Land Rover (piece of crap) with this car and have not regreted it. I am amazed by how much car I got for the amount I paid ... and after a Land Rover, I really appreciate the Toyota quality. No problems whatsoever to date. The stereo rocks! Very peppy engine! I love the styling! Lots of neat options available (footwell lighting, dual sun roofs, reclining back seats). I highly recommend this car.
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Strengths: Good Package. Toyota Reliability.
2 Miles on delivery. TRD products installed by dealer will have remaining warrenty.
too much to list.
Weaknesses: Moon Roof recall. (Scare)
Something is touching the ground during panic stop, donot know why. checked by dealer still dont know why.
Suspension is too soft for the car.
Dealer left huge gap for upgrade which cost more than after market.
Summary: Over all it is a very good car for its price. Everything I need is come with the car and small mod will be added in future.
I have no problem with power tran. The 2006 stereo system is convenience.
Similar Products Used: Mazda 3. Nice car but cost approximately $3K more. Matrix small engine and cost more. Celica, Small engine cost much more.
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Strengths: The 160 HP, and 163 ft lbs of torque were more than adequate for more drivers, but TRD introduced the Supercharger, and I had it dealer installed. Don't believe the reviews that give this car a 6.7-7.4 type zero to 60 or a 13+ 1/4 mile. Not true. I can chirp the tires on this car upshifting to 3rd gear, and hit 111 in the 1/4 mile. The only thing that stopped this car was the governor @ 127. I have owned a Farrari Dino, a Corvette, and just blew away a Mustang GT last week. Maybe he didn't know how to drive, but my timer a day later says the Tc supercharged does a 5.5 0-60, and the GT claim of 4.9 is a lie.
Weaknesses: The 127 top speed governor. While this car is not the best handling vehicle I have ever driven, that can be fixed with a tighter suspension system and some tweaking. There is also a redline governor that kicks in at 6200 rpm, which is inconvenient, but I wouldn't call it a weakness. It'll end up saving the ngine because the car will jump from 15 (squealing tires in the processs) to 50 faster than you can keep an eye on your rpm's....
Summary: After months of research, I settled on this car. It was worth the wait. I drove every comparable car in this category, and this was the best, especially considering it has the Camry engine, and I suspect the Toyota quality.
Similar Products Used: None for this kind of money. Its more affordable than anything in its class Unless you want a piece of crap Dodge). However, I have driven plenty of large engine cars, and lots of speedy 2.4 or recent larger Nissans, and this car compares very favorably to all.
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Rating Reviewed by: Kylene(Unregistered User)
Review Date November 29, 2006
Overall Rating 5 of 5
Value Rating 5 of 5
Used product for Less than 1 month
Visitors rate this review 4.00 of 5,
1.00 votes
Review 4 of 14
Price Paid:
$23000.00
from Superior Scion
Year / Model Reviewed: 2006 Scion tC
Strengths: Good handling, heat, AC, suspension, adequate head room, attractive interior, the 60/40 split folding rear seat is a great amenity. The "outside temperture" button is pretty cool. I've got an automatic transmission, and I've gotten between 26 and 29 MPG every time. The leather seats are totally worth it, if your dealership has the option.
Weaknesses: Don't spend 400 dollars for the bazooka sub upgrade. I'm very disappointed... absolutly NO "boom." Instead, but a decent amp and speakers.
Summary: When it was time to trade in my Monte Carlo, I knew I wanted something with sufficient power AND decent gas milage. I researched the tC, test drove it, and within a few months decided to purchase it.
I absolutely love this car. I think it has great handling and suspension. Both the AC and heat work wonderfully, and it has tons of cool "gadgets" normally found in luxury cars.
I opted for the iPod upgrade, bazooka sub, pedestal spoiler, and heated leather seats.
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Rating Reviewed by: Dennis(Unregistered User)
Review Date July 3, 2006
Overall Rating 5 of 5
Value Rating 5 of 5
Used product for 3 Months to 1 year
Visitors rate this review 2.00 of 5,
1.00 votes
Review 5 of 14
Price Paid:
$17600.00
from Crown Toyota Decatur
Year / Model Reviewed: 2006 Scion TC
Strengths: The no cost options. To get this and built by Toyota - you can not go wrong
Weaknesses: The gas mileage could be better for the size car.
Summary: I own an SUV and a BMW Z4 convertible. I decided to buy a small car and bought a Civic. Then I stumbled across the TC. What a value for the money. The key remote, sunroof, ABS, all power. I dumped the Civic within 9 months and bought the Scion. I have not regretted the move one bit.
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