2012 Scion Scion xD

The 2012 xD is Scion's small hatchback, a practical and affordable city car that competes with the Honda Fit and Nissan Versa. Its light weight and quick steering make it feel nimble in tight urban traffic, though the engine is modest and you'll want to keep revs up for highway merging. Inside, the xD offers a surprisingly roomy cabin for its size, with a tall roofline that gives you plenty of headroom and a versatile cargo area. The hatchback body and split-folding rear seats make it easy to haul groceries or weekend gear, and the low load floor helps when lifting heavy items. The xD is the only trim, so what you see is what you get: a small hatchback with a practical interior and a low starting price. Its 1.8L I4 makes 95 horsepower and pairs with a four-speed automatic, which keeps the car relaxed around town but needs a heavy foot to merge on the highway. Fuel economy is a strong point at 29 mpg combined, and the tall, boxy body gives you 35.7 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats folded.