2008 Scion tC 4AT
The 2008 Scion tC 4AT is a 161-hp 2.4-liter inline-4 with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $17,800 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.
It makes 161 horsepower at 5,700 rpm and 162 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm, spinning to a 6,500 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (24 mpg combined).
The tC measures 174.0 inches long on a 106.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,970 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $17,800 ($26,869 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $18,420 ($27,805 *) |
| Destination Charge | $620 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.4-liter DOHC 16-valve I4 with Dual VVT-i (2AZ-FE) |
| Displacement | 2.4 L |
| Horsepower | 161 hp @ 5,700 rpm |
| Torque | 162 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 16-valve Dual VVT-i |
| Bore and Stroke | 88.5 x 96.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 |
| Injection Type | Electronic fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| 1st Gear | 3.94 (44 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 2.2 (79 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.41 (123 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1.02 (170 mph **) |
| Reverse | 3.15 |
| Final Drive | 2.74 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 29 MPG |
| Combined | 24 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 14.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Independent double wishbone |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 0.83 in |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 0.79 in |
| Turning Diameter | 36.1 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Disc 10.83 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | Disc 10.59 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17 x 7 Alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 17 x 7 Alloy |
| Tires Front | P215/45ZR17 |
| Tires Rear | P215/45ZR17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 174 in |
| Width | 69.1 in |
| Height | 55.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in |
| Front Track | 59.3 in |
| Rear Track | 59.3 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,970 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.6 in |
| Headroom Rear | 36.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.6 in |
| Legroom Rear | 33.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 54.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 50 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.2 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 47.3 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline