2012 Scion xD Release Series 4.0 4AT
All photo credits
- Photo: 2008 Scion xD in Silver, front right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2011 Scion xD in Amazon Green Metallic, Front Right, 03-13-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2008 Scion xD in Silver, rear right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2011 Scion xD in Amazon Green Metallic, Rear Right, 03-13-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2012 Scion xD Release Series 4.0 4AT is a 128-hp 1.8-liter inline-4 with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $17,050 MSRP and is rated at 29 mpg combined.
It makes 128 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 125 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 27 mpg city and 33 mpg highway (29 mpg combined).
The xD measures 154.7 inches long on a 96.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,665 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $17,050 ($24,134 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $17,780 ($25,168 *) |
| Destination Charge | $730 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.8-liter DOHC 16-valve I4 with Dual VVT-i (2ZR-FE) |
| Displacement | 1.8 L |
| Horsepower | 128 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 125 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 16-valve Dual VVT-i |
| Bore and Stroke | 80.5 x 88.3 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Electronic fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| 1st Gear | 2.85 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.55 |
| 3rd Gear | 1 |
| 4th Gear | 0.7 |
| Reverse | 2.34 |
| Final Drive | 4.13 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 27 MPG |
| Highway | 33 MPG |
| Combined | 29 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 11.1 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion beam |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 0.98 in |
| Turning Diameter | 37 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Disc 10.8 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drum 9.0 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 x 6 Steel |
| Wheels Rear | 16 x 6 Steel |
| Tires Front | P195/60R16 |
| Tires Rear | P195/60R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 154.7 in |
| Width | 67.9 in |
| Height | 59.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 96.9 in |
| Front Track | 58.5 in |
| Rear Track | 58.7 in |
| Ground Clearance | 6.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,665 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.9 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 40.3 in |
| Legroom Rear | 33.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 51.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 50.7 in |
| Hip Room Front | 51.1 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 50.1 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2012 Scion xD Release Series 4.0 4AT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Scion XD.
5 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2012 Scion XD
Owner Complaints
5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Scion XD (2 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Fuel System | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Gasoline | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2012 SCION XD. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.