2015 Scion xB 686 Parklan Edition Review - The LAST xB!

My thoughts on the 2015 Scion xB 686 Parklan Edition with the 2.4L inline 4 and 4 speed automatic transmission!

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Timecodes:
0:00 - Intro
0:49 - What is The 686 Parklan Edition?
2:16 - Engine / Transmission
3:31 - Interior
6:28 - Backseat
7:23 - Tailgate / Cargo space
7:55 - Interior Space
8:18 - Exterior
8:45 - Final Thoughts
11:00 - Outro

[DonGrigorianFishing]

I have a 2008 XB with 160K....NEVER been to a mechanic...Absolutely bullet proof...Just watch the oil levels

[andrewcondino]

I love my 2015 xB it's great for a family with dogs. He said it best toyota reliability with scion weirdness. Also made in Japan! Check it on your driver's door frame!

[Ckat]

I have a 2015 686, and I am in love with my car. Its fun to drive, and wonderful for road trips. I've camped out of the back a few times, and everyone that gets in my car comments on one of two things, the head room, or the seats. Unfortunately in your review, the xb didn't have the 686 seats which is a shame. The front seats are black leather and nylon with camo print on the back of the seats that is a trademark of the 686 company. I want to get a winter coat from them to match my car. ^^ The 686 seats also have a brown leather patch sewed into the seats upper center with the 686 logo on it. The side of the drivers seat also has a small zipper pocket perfect for storing toll fees or cards. The rear seats are solid black. My car has a very decent stereo system in it, with good bass and music clarity without sounding blown at louder volumes. I've seen criticisms for the placement of the seats saying they have a "bus driver" feel to them. They are set so that you are sitting up rather than reclining back like you find in most sport cars. I like this set-up because it allows for easy ingress/egress from the car, especially if you have an injury or very dirty shoes that need to be cleaned before you start driving. You want cup holders? It has plenty of cup holders, from the larger pockets in the doors (seriously, its almost big enough for a 2 liter.) two in the center console, and two that flip out for the back seats. The center console has a hidden compartment in the bottom of the storage compartment with a pair of USB ports so you can charge your phone or plug other things in, along with an AUX for the stereo.

My only complaint is the inability to turn down the brightness of the center screen, it can get a bit harsh on the eyes when driving at night. I call my car "tenderfooted" because when you go over a bump or pothole you are going to feel it. There was also a recall on the airbags and certain braking set ups for several Toyota models. If you decide to buy a 686, please make sure that these issues have been addressed.

In all, its an awesome little car, I love my Flying Toaster, and look forward to holding onto it for a long time.

[wildcat]

Because my business had to shut down over 200 days during the pandemic, I couldn’t afford the payments on my 2019 car, so I got rid of it and got a used 2015 Scion xB with 42, 000 miles. I love it. It’s peppy, will hold almost anything.

[bobfeller]

Funny thing, even though the Scions were designed for the young adult market, I see mature adults in the xB's more often than not. They're easy to get in and out with great storage space.

[perfectcarspec]

I have the JDM version called the Toyota Rumion. It’s the same as then North American XB but with some different features. Mine is a 2008 sport package.The JDM versions come with an actual TV, I’ve watched some Japanese TV shows while driving before. The steering wheels are also slightly different with no buttons on it. Below the media player, the climate controls are actually fitted with a digital screen. Lastly, rumions came with a factory subwoofer in the back. I’ve uploaded a a short video on my chanel showing the TV in action.

[rickwhite]

I have a 2013, almost identical but with the lift gate spoiler, TRD exhaust 290, 000 km! Love it! Across Canada 3 times in a year pulling a camper! 12:18

[scionxb]

I enjoyed the video. I would really like to have that xB. We have had our 2009 xB since it was new and we really like it.

[thebluexb]

Great review! Unfortunately, this xB does NOT have the 686 Camo Seat Covers or the optional Inno roof box and rack. The gray and black seats were standard from 2011-2015. I have a 2015 and it's been a great car since new!

[jwades]

great cars, though needed the much improved 2.5l motor that the TC got around the same time the camry got it. The 2.4l has known issues with sludge and oil burning/piston ring issues. In our 09 xb we run it with penzoil ultra platinum synthetic which helps keep the sludge from getting started. with the detergents it has.

[shawnaaustin]

My 18 year old son just bought a 2015 XB yesterday and he loves it.

[damoneubanks]

I'm 1 of 686. I actually just bought it today!

[christopheraldana]

I have a Scion xB and it’s special to me cuz my mom had thr first gen and she had to get ride of it so she could take care of em as a kid and she loved that car so she got the gen 2 and she passed it on to me so I love my xb and I will ride it out as long as I can

[shake_your_phone_]

I have an 08 and I love the scion series. I go to the u pull it and I have yet to see one. Makes it hard to get parts for mine but it says a lot about how good the car is.

[toyotabrony]

The xB2/2.5 gens are considered hatchback. And I agree that Toyota should hold the xB a little longer, and become a full fledged Toyota xB. Could call it a new matrix xB

[PhilipCook-zqxs]

I have a 5 speed manual and love it. Plan to do a cool air swap and rav 4 v6 motor swap.

[toyotabrony]

Holy shit.😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍 I just finish my xB payment. Now I want to get xB 686 parkland edition. I just wish they made with manual. But it’s ok. AT is fine. This is a beautiful special edition. And I want a 2GR swap box 🤤🤤🤤

[dalazyone]

purchased a 2010 XB RS in 2017 low miles and it Definitely Runs Hard only @ 148.000 miles just recently

[djkenny]

I love my 15 manual transmission XB. So Sad the sporty XB packages had an automatic. Those seats are in all XBs

[trini_boi]

I had the the first gen and got rid of it and realized that was a dumb move I've made..now I'm shopping for a 2013 to 2015 and they're hard to find..