2009 Toyota Scion, Long Term Review: 280,000 Miles

I'm the original owner of a 2009 Scion xB. It's currently sitting at 278,000 miles.

Tires last me 70,000 miles. (3.5 sets total)
Brakes last between 50-60,000 miles (manual transmission & engine braking help)
Changed the battery once or twice
Changed the fan belt once
Rear Wheel Bearings were replaced 2 years ago.
That's it.

Original exhaust and clutch

[ELRAM]

I own a 2010 xb too, i bought it as a salvage vehicle, fixed it and I've had it for 6 years now. Got into a deer accident and fixed it again, and it still runs perfectly fine and has over 180, 000 miles. Love my car, and it was actually passed on to me by my mom 1 year ago (Im 18 years old), great car guys.

[franciscoguerrero]

I have 2008 xb 190, 000 and running strong

[bluehydro]

I have a courier company here in Colorado and have a small fleet of these along with two 1st generation XB's. We have a couple used for really long distance runs that have over 550k miles on them. One has 613k. The one only non maintenance items we've replaced on all of these were starters (they are started over 30 times a day) and alternators. Super reliable and great cargo capacity.

[mjrd]

Wow 55 years old, i would have guessed late 30s. 👍

[CrytI]

My white 2008 xb is at 180k. I named him Artax (after the white horse stuck in the mud in The Neverending story) because he made it through being really suck in the mud up in the (High Uintah mountains in Utah) best car I've ever owned. I work on it myself and never any major problems. Best money I've ever paid. Converting it into a mini rv.

[cic-jakevanddalgeemyers.]

That's one heck of a car right there.

[aarongee]

This car was truly ahead of its times, kinda like the Honda Element.

[cdpittman]

Thank you for this video. I just purchased a 2013 base with 180k miles on it. Knowing I'll get to at least 280k with low maintenance is heartening. Appreciate ya!

[cannedice]

I appreciate this high mileage review. I have a 2009 with 190k and was considering upgrading to a newer car with more technology, but I love my roomy little car. I think you just made me realize I’d rather keep my xB and just upgrade a couple things knowing it’ll probably last another 100k

[drivenlowkey]

I just bought a 2014 Xb from my aunt, she was the original owner! Car has about 110k miles on it now. So far I’ve been keeping an eye on the oil consumption. Other than that. It’s a very solid car! Really peppy getting around town in!

[truerevmusic]

I bought a used 2011 Scion XB only knowing it was made by Toyota so I figured it was reliable. It had a little less than 100k miles when I got it. I just crossed over 200K miles. And I have to say it has been a reliable vehicle. I had a minor fender bender about 3 years ago, I had to replace the front bumper, one headlight and hood. Aside from user errors it is a good car!

[hopefullyhelpfulinga]

I just bought a 2009 xb that had less than 75, 000 miles. The owner's manual actually addresses the oil consumption issue. It recommends you check the oil every time you get gas. It specifically states the engine can consume over 1 quart of oil over a 600 mile period. It also says oil consumption is increased by Jack rabbit acceleration, hard braking, and cheaper oil. Fully synthetic is the way to go. Same engine in 2009 Scion TC. I can imagine there were a lot of folks who ran their vehicles hard and never checked the oil. Maybe destroyed their engine at 4, 000 miles. I am keeping mine forever. I love it.

[joselynthebay]

Mine just hit 200k was in market for electric vehicle but think I’ll hang on to my baby a little longer. I got the release series red

[curleydogwg]

I bought a 2012 Scion with 106K mi. It now has 160K. It’s a great car which I use for delivery work. It does not burn a drop of oil. Some of these cars had an oil burning issue which Toyota fixed. My main repairs were replacing the water pump and replacing the steering rack.
The steering problem had to be fixed by a dealer because it has electronic power steering and had to be recalibrated by a dealer.
This is a great car.

[piscesj]

I have 2014 Scion xB brought 5 years ago at 17k miles. Now I have over 64k miles. No major problems yet. It’s running slow going to get a tuneup. Funny it doesn’t have a temperature gauge on the dash like other car. Over all I love it. So reliable!

[ianantoinerobinson]

Got a Scion xd and they're extremely reliable great video smooth content subscribed

[nordicpride]

My 2008 was burning about 1 1/2 quarts of oil in a 5000 mi oil change interval. I did the piston soak procedure twice for 24 hrs using Berrymans B-12, flushed the oil very well in between. After changed plugs and poured in Valvoline Restore & Protect and now it burns zero oil! The oil control rings get plugged with carbon on these engines. If your cylinder walls aren’t scuffed, you can usually make a huge improvement with a piston soak.

[DjHilarioV]

I have the 2008 Xb. Same color. Bought it back in 2010 with 25k miles. I think manual transmissions make this car more reliable. I’m currently nearing the 173k mile mark. I’m planning on driving it for another 10yrs.

[blusnuby]

Toyota should pay you for this review. With ANY vehicle, it`s ALL about MAINTENANCE---even with a Toyota. I believe Toyota solved the oil consumption issue with their 2.4l with the 2012 models...By the way, from 10 feet you don`t look a day over 26; whatever you are doin---keep it up !

[jb]

My 2009 TC just turned 200, 000 miles. Good cars.