Summing Up
One descriptive term seemed to crop up again and again that could be used to articulate our feelings for the tC: "for the money." Any comment about the car should be followed by that qualifying term. For example, "it handles pretty well — for the money." Or, "it's a good-looking car — for the money." We feel that Scion should be credited for hitting the market just right on this hatchback coupe: it's neither overbuilt nor underequipped. It's just right for the youth market and would be a great choice for anyone who wants a little excitement — yet relies on the dependability and economical qualities of a Toyota.

In all the important ways the tC passed muster with our editors. Its handling was well regarded; acceleration was appreciated; styling was admired. It seemed to provide an option for someone desiring the flair of a coupe without breaking the bank. Furthermore, the look of the car grew on us as we began to see more of them on the road, in different colors with different options. It would be called yet another successful launch in the Scion lineup.