Any informed opinions on the chances of changes (such as better armrest(s), 2 backup lights, etc.) being made to the '09 model? Does Scion have a history of making changes in the second model year? The fact that the Rumion exists might make some changes (such as 2 backup lights) more likely.

 

They have a history of doing Release Series ;)

 

I see it more as a sign of more options will become available.

Though I'm doubting the sunroof, the awd, and the digital climate control which to me are the best things the Rumion has that we don't.

 

does scion have a history of making second year changes...lol...scion barely has a history at all...i think the biggest change they did on the 1st gen xB was in 06 when they changed the HU, steering wheel and seat fabric...

but i think the new xB will still be a one eyed monster...and i am waiting to see what they do with a Release Series...just wondering if it will be the RS-5.0 or 1.0 for the new body style...

 

09 is a ways off. Especially if they release it at the typical new car time of year - say Sept/Oct of 08 - instead of 5-6 mos early like they did with the 08.