2008 Scion tC
2 trims · 4 configurations · Hatchback
Starting MSRP
$15,300 – $17,800
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Pricing
How much should you pay for the Scion tC? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates.
MSRP by trim
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Purchase information
Based on Spec
Total price (Spec MSRP)
$15,300
Typical monthly
$303/mo
Avg. APR
7.00%
60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-10-11). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.
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Spec
2 configurations
- MSRP
- $15,300 – $16,100
- Fuel economy (city/hwy)
- 20/27
- Horsepower
- 161 hp
- Torque
- 162 lb-ft
- Engine
- 2.4L I4 gas
- Seating
- 5
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Cargo (cu ft)
- 59.7
- Max towing
- —
Base
2 configurations
- MSRP
- $17,000 – $17,800
- Fuel economy (city/hwy)
- 20/27
- Horsepower
- 161 hp
- Torque
- 162 lb-ft
- Engine
- 2.4L I4 gas
- Seating
- 5
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Cargo (cu ft)
- 59.7
- Max towing
- —
| Spec | Spec2 configurations | Base2 configurations |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $15,300 – $16,100 | $17,000 – $17,800 |
| Fuel economy (city/hwy) | 20/27 | 20/27 |
| Horsepower | 161 hp | 161 hp |
| Torque | 162 lb-ft | 162 lb-ft |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 gas | 2.4L I4 gas |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Cargo (cu ft) | 59.7 | 59.7 |
| Max towing | — | — |
Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.
Full specifications
Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.
Engine & drivetrain
- Engine type
- SpecgasBasegas
- Fuel type
- Specregular unleadedBaseregular unleaded
- Cylinders
- SpecI4BaseI4
- Displacement
- Spec2.4 LBase2.4 L
- Horsepower
- Spec161 hpBase161 hp
- Torque
- Spec162 lb-ftBase162 lb-ft
- Transmission
- Spec5-speed manualBase5-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- Specfront wheel driveBasefront wheel drive
Dimensions
- Body type
- SpecHatchbackBaseHatchback
- Doors
- Spec3Base3
- Seating
- Spec5Base5
- Length
- Spec174 inBase174 in
- Width
- Spec69.1 inBase69.1 in
- Height
- Spec55.7 inBase55.7 in
- Wheelbase
- Spec106.3 inBase106.3 in
- Ground clearance
- Spec5.2 inBase5.2 in
Capacity & weight
- Cargo capacity
- Spec12.8 cu ftBase12.8 cu ft
- Max cargo capacity
- Spec59.7 cu ftBase59.7 cu ft
- Curb weight
- Spec2,873 lbsBase2,901 lbs
- Fuel tank
- Spec14.5 galBase14.5 gal
Fuel economy & EV
- Combined MPG
- Spec23Base23
- City MPG
- Spec20Base20
- Highway MPG
- Spec27Base27
| Spec | Spec | Base |
|---|---|---|
| Engine & drivetrain | ||
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
| Displacement | 2.4 L | 2.4 L |
| Horsepower | 161 hp | 161 hp |
| Torque | 162 lb-ft | 162 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Doors | 3 | 3 |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 174 in | 174 in |
| Width | 69.1 in | 69.1 in |
| Height | 55.7 in | 55.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in |
| Ground clearance | 5.2 in | 5.2 in |
| Capacity & weight | ||
| Cargo capacity | 12.8 cu ft | 12.8 cu ft |
| Max cargo capacity | 59.7 cu ft | 59.7 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 2,873 lbs | 2,901 lbs |
| Fuel tank | 14.5 gal | 14.5 gal |
| Fuel economy & EV | ||
| Combined MPG | 23 | 23 |
| City MPG | 20 | 20 |
| Highway MPG | 27 | 27 |
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2008 Scion tC FAQ
- How much does the 2008 Scion tC cost?
- The 2008 Scion tC has a starting MSRP of $15,300, ranging up to $17,800 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes Spec from $15,300; Base from $17,000.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Scion tC?
- The 2008 Scion tC achieves up to 24 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
- How much cargo space does the 2008 Scion tC have?
- The 2008 Scion tC offers up to 59.7 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
- How many trims does the 2008 Scion tC come in?
- The 2008 Scion tC is available in 2 trims (4 total configurations) across Hatchback body styles with front wheel drive.