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In 2008 Scion released the tC Spec to the car-buying market. The tC came in two configurations: Spec and Base. The Spec configuration is powered by the 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, which makes 27 - 29 highway miles and 20 - 21 city. The tC competes in the Coupe market segment, in direct competition with Toyota.

Scion tC Engine Specs

The tC Spec is equipped with a Toyota 2.4 liter four-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota 5-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Scion.

For the 2008 tC, the fuel delivery system is a electronic SFI, using gasoline for fuel. A fuel-injected MFI configuration. The gas tank holds 14.50 gallons.

The tC uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the tC Spec are 69.10 inches wide by 174.00 inches long. It sits a comfortable 55.70 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 106.30 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The listed retail price in 2008 (MSRP) was $17,000, with an invoice cost of $16,150. This price is above average of the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.

There is a 36,000 mile, 36 month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 60,000/60 miles/months. This is normal for this price range.

Fuel Efficiency

The tC Spec received a miles-per-gallon rating of 20 - 21 in-city driving and 27 - 29 when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was exceptional.

We Think…

The 2007 model began the promise of the Scion tC. The 2008 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Scion hopes that the tC Spec will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

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