Ch-Ch-Changes: 2010 Scion xB

We’re just going to say this right away: Nothing has changed for the 2010 model year. OK, not nothing; we wouldn’t give it the Ch-Ch-Changes treatment if there weren’t some changes, but they’re slight.

For one, there’s a new base stereo head unit that offers a better MP3 player interface, Scion says. Like the 2009, the 2010 xB comes standard with USB and auxiliary audio inputs. There’s also a new exterior paint color, Sizzling Crimson Mica, which replaces Blackberry Crush Metallic (shown here). We actually liked that Blackberry color, too. Darn.

One other thing that hasn’t changed is the starting price. Manual-transmission xBs start at $15,750, and the automatic starts at $16,700. All xBs come rather well-equipped with standard power windows, seat-mounted and side curtain airbags, cruise control, and stereo controls on the steering wheel. Considering we recently tested a similarly equipped $17,000 Toyota Yaris with an automatic transmission, these prices aren’t so bad. And the Yaris didn’t even have a USB plug.The 2010s will go on sale at the end of April.

For a picture of the snazzy new stereo, click below.

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Reggie

Apr 16, 2009 12:16:27 PM

Dave,

This looks like a great head unit. Any word on if this will also be standard on the 2010 xD or available for aftermarket installation on that vehicle?

burgie

Jun 13, 2009 6:10:08 PM

I am upset that you still do not have the 5 speed Auto available. Please don't tell me it's because of cost.. at the most it would be an additional $500 compared to the 4 speed you have now. You gear this car toward younger people WHO ARE ALL ARE INTERESTED IN GAS MILEAGE and the ENVIRONMENT. The 5 speed auto would easily add 2-3 mpg to the highway. I have already owned and sold a 2008 XB simply because it cruises at 3000 rpm at only 70. The only reason I can see you doing this is to avoid the purchase of the XB over the Matrix. Bad excuse since the design is so different no one who likes the Matrix is going to get an XB. Please if you value the Environment as well as performance there is no logical reason to have a 4 speed automatic.