More power, more space, more features and, to some eyes, more ugly. But if you can get around that (or if you're in the "love it" demographic), the 2008 Scion xB is a versatile and comfortable runabout with an undeniably funky character.

Pros

Long standard features list, strong four-cylinder engine, large passenger and cargo space, audiophile-friendly stereos, styling some people love.

What's New for 2008

The Scion xB has been redesigned for 2008. Though the second generation of this compact wagon maintains the boxy shape that made the original a cult favorite, the xB's exterior is softer and more rounded this year. More importantly, the xB is now larger, roomier and features a much more robust engine. The interior has been improved as well, highlighted by an impressive array of high-tech audio choices.

• Features

• Interior Features

• Front Seats
• Height adjustable driver seat
• Cloth
• Sport front seats
• Rear Seats
• Split-folding rear seatback
• Rear ventilation ducts
• Power Features
• Remote keyless power door locks
• Power mirrors
• 1 one-touch power windows
• Instrumentation
• Clock
• Tachometer
• Trip computer
• External temperature display
• Low fuel level warning
• Convenience
• Cruise control
• Front and rear cupholders
• Front and rear door pockets
• First aid kit
• Electric power steering
• Tilt-adjustable steering wheel
• Audio controls on steering wheel
• Comfort
• Air conditioning
• Turn signal in mirrors
• Dual vanity mirrors
• In Car Entertainment
• Mast antenna
• Pioneer premium brand stereo system
• 6 total speakers
• 160 watts stereo output
• AM/FM stereo
• Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
• Radio data system

• Features

• Exterior Features

• Roof and Glass
• Intermittent wipers
• Privacy glass
• Rear defogger
• Rear window wiper
• Tires and Wheels
• Steel wheels
• 16 x 6.5 in. wheels
• Steel spare wheel
• P205/55R16 tires
• All season tires
• Full wheel covers
• Temporary spare tire
• Safety Features
• 4-wheel ABS
• Front and rear head airbags
• Dual front side-mounted airbags
• Child seat anchors
• Emergency braking assist
• Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes
• Rear door child safety locks
• Engine immobilizer
• 2 front headrests
• 3 rear headrests
• Rear center 3-point belt
• Front seatbelt pretensioners
• Turn signal mirrors
• Stability control
• Traction control
• Electronic brakeforce distribution
• Rear height adjustable headrests
• Tire pressure monitoring