Scion tC vs Suzuki SX4
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2013 Suzuki SX4
Overview
| Spec | Scion tCBase | Suzuki SX4LE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | LE |
| Body style | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2016 | 2013 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Scion tCBase | Suzuki SX4LE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $19,385 | $15,845 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Scion tCBase | Suzuki SX4LE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG | 26 MPG |
| City MPG | 23 MPG | 23 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG | 33 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 14.5 gal (best) | 13.2 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Scion tCBase | Suzuki SX4LE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 179 hp (best) | 150 hp |
| Torque | 172 lb-ft (best) | 140 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.5 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Scion tCBase | Suzuki SX4LE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 3 | 4 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 14.7 cu ft | 15.5 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,082 lbs | 2,833 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.3 in | 6.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in (best) | 98.4 in |
| Length | 176.6 in | 176.8 in (best) |
| Width | 70.7 in (best) | 68.1 in |
| Height | 55.7 in | 60.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Scion tCBase | Suzuki SX4LE |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 3 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 2 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 3 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 (best) | 5 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Scion tC | Suzuki SX4 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $19,385 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LE $15,845 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $20,535 MSRP | Crossover $16,999 MSRP |
| 3 | Release Series 10.0 $23,190 MSRP | Crossover $19,349 MSRP |
| 4 | Release Series 10.0 $24,340 MSRP | Crossover $20,449 MSRP |
| 5 | — | LE Popular Package $17,849 MSRP |
| 6 | — | SportBack $18,349 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Sport SE $18,799 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Crossover Premium $19,175 MSRP |
Scion tC vs Suzuki SX4 FAQ
- Which is better: 2016 Scion tC or 2013 Suzuki SX4?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 Scion tC vs 2013 Suzuki SX4 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2016 Scion tC or 2013 Suzuki SX4?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2013 Suzuki SX4 starts lower at $15,845.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 Scion tC or 2013 Suzuki SX4?
- The 2013 Suzuki SX4 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (15,845).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 Scion tC or 2013 Suzuki SX4?
- The 2013 Suzuki SX4 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (28).
- Which has better horsepower: 2016 Scion tC or 2013 Suzuki SX4?
- The 2016 Scion tC leads on horsepower in this comparison (179).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2016 Scion tC vs 2013 Suzuki SX4?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Suzuki SX4 (4/5 NHTSA overall).