Our Review 2009 Scion tC
The Scion tC for 2009
Made in JAPAN for Scion, the tC for 2009 is a contender in the 5-seat HATCHBACK 3-DR market. It originally retailed for $17,000 USD with a invoice price of $16,150 USD.
tC Dimensions
In 2009 the tC has an overall length of 174.00 inches and a width of 69.10 inches. It sits a total of 55.70 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 5.20 inches. Front headroom is 37.60 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the tC a turning radius of 36.10 inches. It uses 215/45R17 tires with a wheelbase of 106.30 inches.
Drivetrain
The tC comes standard with a 4-Speed Automatic or 5-Speed Manual Overdrive transmission and is a front-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 2987 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Fuel Economy
The engine powering the tC gets 20 - 21 miles/gallon city and 27 - 29 miles/gallon highway off a 14.50 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Hybrid versions of the tC are also available.
Pricing
The tC retails for $17,000 USD with a invoice price of $16,150 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of $620 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, ABS Brakes, Electronic Brake Assistance, Driver Airbag. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists .
Exterior color choices include with interior choices of . The tC seats 5 people with 41.60 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The standard warranty period is 36 months or 36,000 miles. It also has a 60 month/60,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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