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Scion xB

2004-06 models

MODERATE OVERLAP FRONT TEST

OVERALL EVALUATION: Good

Structure/safety cage Injury measures Restraints/dummy kinematics
Head/neck Chest Leg/foot, left Leg/foot, right
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Test details:

The Scion xB was introduced in the 2004 model year.

Restraints/dummy kinematics — Dummy movement was well controlled. During rebound, the dummy’s head hit the roof rail, grab handle, and B-pillar.

Injury measures — Measures taken from the dummy indicate a low risk of any significant injuries in a crash of this severity.

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Left to right:

  • Action shot taken during the frontal offset crash test.
  • The dummy's position in relation to the steering wheel and instrument panel after the crash test indicates that the driver's survival space was maintained well.
  • Smeared greasepaint indicates where the dummy's head hit the roof rail, grab handle, and B-pillar during rebound. Head accelerations from these hits were low.
  • Intrusion into the driver's space was minimal, and all leg and foot injury measures were low.

Additional features:

  • Electronic stability control
  • Antilock brakes

Tested vehicle specifications:

  • 2006 Scion xB wagon
  • Class: Minicar
  • Weight: 2,456 lbs.
  • Side airbags: none
  • Wheelbase: 98 in.
  • Length: 155 in.
  • Width: 67 in.
  • Engine: 1.5 L 4-cylinder (with automatic transmission)
  • EPA ratings: 30 mpg city | 34 mpg highway

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Last updated: December 19, 2006

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