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Old Mar 12, 2004 | 12:52 PM
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I'm looking for a car, but every car I like is around or above $30k. That's impractical for me right now since I already have a truck, I really just need something that gets good gas mileage, and looks cool.

I thought the xB would be a good choice, but I'm 6'4" 260lbs. Just wondering if I'll fit, and how small are they up close? I'd probably get some 19's or something so I/it wouldn't look so goofy.
Old Mar 12, 2004 | 01:13 PM
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go to your nearest scion dealer and test drive
Old Mar 12, 2004 | 01:14 PM
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Although i dont have my xB as of yet, i did fit just fine when i went for a test drive. You should go to a local dealer and try it out. I would think that the Scion line is everywhere by now. In the drivers seat, with a baseball cap on, i still had plenty of head room. I do believe that there is one other owner here that is approx. 6'3" and about 250#, he said he fits no problem.

<== 6'2" @ 245#
Old Mar 12, 2004 | 01:18 PM
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I'm just asking before I go because I live out in the sticks and I'd hate to make a long drive for nothin'!

Thanks for the replies so far...

The thing is I have to get a Toyota because I get friends and family discount since I know someone who works for the importer. I don't know how much it'll be on a Scion, but she did say it applies to them as well.

I don't really dig the Corolla or Matrix for economy, that's why I'm looking at the box.

I suppose I could wait for tC, but I really want something soon...
Old Mar 12, 2004 | 01:42 PM
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I am 6'2 240 and I fit just fine, it is a nice roomy cabin, I think the seats could be adjusted a little bit, but that is easy!



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Old Mar 12, 2004 | 01:42 PM
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You will be surprised of the amount of interior room / we seen the XB at a local auto show and feel in live with it ... I am 6'2" / 240 lbs .... My wife is also tall 6', not sure of her weight ...... But we both sat in the front and also the back and there is more than enough room .... we also have 2 kids who have more than enough room as well .....

I took 3 older folks with me to my dealer - had them sit in the back seat and they thought it was comfortable ....

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Old Mar 12, 2004 | 01:53 PM
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I am 6'1" 260. I got a lot of space. Its no caddilac but i got height to spare and i can even have a passenger behind me in the back. I wouldnt go with 5 people like me, but a few is ok.
Old Mar 12, 2004 | 01:58 PM
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6'1 220lbs and I love mine it has more leg and head room in front and back then my Chevy crew cab did.
Old Mar 12, 2004 | 02:07 PM
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When you see it in person for the first time you're probably be surprised at how tiny of a car it is compared to all the other big Toyota cars around it on the lot. But sitting is is a total surprise. Try it out, it's worth the drive.
Old Mar 12, 2004 | 02:16 PM
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you can always go to a place that does wheel chair customizations for vans and get them to put extenders on the chair rails for about $250 to give you more leg room. there is this cool guy who comes around the dealership that used to play basketball in italy, i think he is 7' tall and he is looking at an xB too. loves the room compared to his old matrix that he traded in with 700 miles.
Old Mar 12, 2004 | 02:27 PM
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I'm 6'5" and fit great, of course I have a frame like an 18 year old girl.

The leg position is much more upright than I am used to in my Volvo, but it's plenty comfortable. Drover from LA to Denver in two days with no complaints.
Old Mar 12, 2004 | 03:03 PM
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i'm 6'2 220 and i drive my xb fine and unbelievably enough my dad, 6'1 210 can sit behind me comfortably in the rear. xb is awesome!
Old Mar 12, 2004 | 03:37 PM
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I am 6'4" and a half and a bit heftier then most, we could say an offensive line backer size and I fit in that car great!!!! I have plenty of head room, plenty of arm room and I can sit in the back and my knees wont hit the front seat even with it all the way back!
Old Mar 12, 2004 | 03:44 PM
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This is all you need to know:

Originally Posted by USA Today
The average entry-level compact car has 42.1 inches of front legroom, while the average full-size van has 40.6. Some of the biggest SUVs, such as Hummer H2 and Ford Excursion, have less front legroom and headroom than the Scion xB compact car from Toyota.
Here is a link to the article:

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Old Mar 12, 2004 | 03:57 PM
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before I did my test drive a nice 6'2 300+ guy was doin his test drive and he didn't look to be uncomfortable. Plus the shocks held up really well.
Old Mar 12, 2004 | 04:02 PM
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6'0 and weigh around 320, fit perfectly
Old Mar 12, 2004 | 04:13 PM
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I'm 6'4", 260 lbs, somewhat muscular, not too pudgy except around the waist ....(sigh, love handles...)

and I fit perfectly in an Element!!! That's what you really need!!!!

hahaha, j/k

I didn't test drive an Xb, but I have sat in it and it will be just fine for you if that's your main concern. More than enough of headroom and leg room...although people will come in all shapes and sizes so this is no guarantee.
Old Mar 12, 2004 | 05:45 PM
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Uh, you don't need an Element. I actually really like it, went to test drive one and to my great surprise my three plus feet of legs were crammed into the dash. I had to lean to the left to get the clutch to disengage.

Amazing lack of front leg room for a vehicle its size.
Old Mar 12, 2004 | 07:48 PM
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I'm 6'7", 240 pounds and love my xB. It's the first car I have fit in. Leg room is not overly ample but adequate. Besides, you are sitting high (and still have lots of head room).

I have even more headroom with a Recaro seat.
Old Mar 12, 2004 | 08:38 PM
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6'4" 295# and I got all the room I need and then some.. even in the back seat... kinda nutso when you look at the xB from the outside then I get out...



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