Scion

Scion iQ

Price $17,070
Fuel consumption 4.7 – 5.5 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 67%(view ratings)
This microcar may be one of the smallest on the market, but you can’t deny that it packs a lot of style. Its designers managed to make it a three-seater – somehow! Amazingly, the back seat isn’t just for show, it’s actually quite functional. To make room, the front passenger has to move his or her seat further forward than usual. The 94-hp 4-cylinder engine works in tandem with a continuously variable transmission.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 67%
Driving 6/10
Safety 6/10
Interior 7/10
Reliability 8/10
Winter driving 7/10
Comfort 6/10

What's new in 2013

No major change. Electric version to come

Pros

  • Very elegant shape
  • Clever interior layout
  • Very agile during city driving
  • As reliable as expected

Cons

  • Rear seats are not convincing
  • Bouncy rear suspension
  • Cheap plastic parts
  • Annoying radio controls
  • Hatch attached to rear seat

Recalls