2016
Scion tC

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$19,385
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  • 2dr HB Man (Natl)
    Starts at
    $19,385
    23 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr HB Auto (Natl)
    Starts at
    $20,535
    23 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr HB Auto Release Series 10.0 (Natl)
    Starts at
    $23,190
    23 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr HB Man Release Series 10.0 (Natl)
    Starts at
    $23,190
    23 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

New 7-inch touch-screen stereo standard
Front-wheel-drive coupe
Seats five
Panoramic moonroof standard
Manual or automatic transmission

The good & the bad

The good

Acceleration
Decent handling
Well-sorted manual transmission
Lots of features for the money
Large backseat

The bad

Cut-rate cabin quality
So-so gas mileage
Ride comfort with 19-inch wheels
No high-tech safety features
Forward visibility
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Safety review

Based on the 2016 Scion tC base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
4/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
10.9%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
10.9%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Maintenance
2 years / 25,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
2 years

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Consumer reviews

94% of drivers recommend this car
4.6 / 5
Based on 19 reviews
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Comfort 4.2
Interior 4.2
Performance 4.4
Value 4.5
Exterior 4.7
Reliability 4.7

Most recent

By Gene W from Stephens City, VA
Owns this car
August 27, 2022

Scion tC

My 4th Scion tC I had a 2008 bought new and loved it the most Traded for 2011 and decided just needed a Rav Missed my tC so found a 2015 Traded that and the Rav since was so uside down in value because of the Rav Wanted and found another tC 2016 Love it Has everything I need in it and I love a 2 Door car
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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By Cargirl253 from Tacoma, Washington
Owns this car
August 12, 2020

Very Reliable and Stylish!

This car has been great to own! It has most every feature that you could want plus it’s so stylish! My favorite feature is the touch screen stereo with Bluetooth and usb options. I’ve owned two different Scion tC’s and neither one has given me any engine troubles whatsoever. Great gas mileage as well.
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 4.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2016 Scion tC?

The 2016 Scion tC is available in 2 trim levels:

  • (2 styles)
  • Release Series 10.0 (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2016 Scion tC?

The 2016 Scion tC offers up to 23 MPG in city driving and 31 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2016 Scion tC reliable?

The 2016 Scion tC has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Scion tC owners.

Is the 2016 Scion tC a good Coupe?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 Scion tC. 94.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.6 / 5
Based on 19 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.2
  • Interior: 4.2
  • Performance: 4.4
  • Value: 4.5
  • Exterior: 4.7
  • Reliability: 4.7

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