2008 xB and 2009 xR
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2008 xB and 2009 xR
Take a look at this website which looks like it has research from Motor Trend. Punch on the year 2008 and you see some comments about the xB replacment. Click on the year 2009 for comments on the xR rally inspired car.......... 
http://www.intellichoice.com/future/future/year/2008
http://www.intellichoice.com/future/future/year/2008
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Originally Posted by intellichoice
2008 Scion xB
When Scion launched, there was much noise about how models wouldn't necessarily have second generations, as the brand wanted to keep showrooms fresh and trendy. The success of the xB in sales and market identity have ensured a replacement. Toyota has now shown two concept models that portend of the replacement, indicating it will again be a five-door boxy van. Expect even more sheetmetal attitude, though it won't stray far from the successful formula. Whereas the current model is based on the Echo platform, we've heard the replacement will spawn from the more robust Avensis. Beyond the suspension benefits, this ensures power will be more on par with the tC than the anemic mouse motor currently used.
When Scion launched, there was much noise about how models wouldn't necessarily have second generations, as the brand wanted to keep showrooms fresh and trendy. The success of the xB in sales and market identity have ensured a replacement. Toyota has now shown two concept models that portend of the replacement, indicating it will again be a five-door boxy van. Expect even more sheetmetal attitude, though it won't stray far from the successful formula. Whereas the current model is based on the Echo platform, we've heard the replacement will spawn from the more robust Avensis. Beyond the suspension benefits, this ensures power will be more on par with the tC than the anemic mouse motor currently used.
Originally Posted by intellichoice
2009 Scion xR
Four-door, rally-inspired car.
Four-door, rally-inspired car.
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Re: 2008 xB and 2009 xR
Originally Posted by OldYeller
Take a look at this website which looks like it has research from Motor Trend. Punch on the year 2008 and you see some comments about the xB replacement. Click on the year 2009 for comments on the xR rally inspired car..........
http://www.intellichoice.com/future/future/year/2008
http://www.intellichoice.com/future/future/year/2008
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indicating it will again be a five-door boxy van.
