- Newest year: 2015
- Gas
- Wagons
- Same as 2014
2008-2015 Scion xB MPG & Fuel Cost
8 model years · 24 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 4 of 10 wagon configurations, MY2015. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2008-2015 Scion xB at a glance
The 2008-2015 Scion xB covers 8 model years in the EPA database (16 configurations in all), rated 24 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2015, costs about $2,730 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the xB 2.4L 4-cyl FWD (24 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2011, 2013 and 2014; 2009, 2010, 2012 and 2015 repeat the values of the year before.
2008-2015 Scion xB by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Gas | 24 MPG | $2,730–$2,740 | Same EPA ratings as 2014 |
| 2014 | Gas | 24 MPG | $2,730–$2,740 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas | 24 MPG | $2,730–$2,740 | Ratings changed |
| 2012 | Gas | 24 MPG | $2,730–$2,740 | Same EPA ratings as 2011 |
| 2011 | Gas | 24 MPG | $2,730–$2,740 | Ratings changed |
| 2010 | Gas | 24 MPG | $2,720 | Same EPA ratings as 2009 |
| 2009 | Gas | 24 MPG | $2,720 | Same EPA ratings as 2008 |
| 2008 | Gas | 24 MPG | $2,720 | First year |
What the 2015 xB 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$228
$2,730 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.55
Per 100 miles
$18.20
Five years
$13,650
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the wagon median
$40more a year
Class median $2,690 a year, MY2015
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2015 Scion xB MPG
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2015 Scion xB as for the 2014 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2014 section above.See 2014
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xB 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 27 | 24 | $2,730 |
| xB 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 27 | 24 | $2,740 |
2014 Scion xB MPG
24 MPG · $2,730–$2,740/yr
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration stays at 24 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,730.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xB 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 27 | 24 | $2,730 |
| xB 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 27 | 24 | $2,740 |
2013 Scion xB MPG
24 MPG · $2,730–$2,740/yr
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration stays at 24 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,730.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xB 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 27 | 24 | $2,730 |
| xB 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 27 | 24 | $2,740 |
2012 Scion xB MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2011
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2012 Scion xB as for the 2011 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2011 section above.See 2011
2011 Scion xB MPG
24 MPG · $2,730–$2,740/yr
Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration stays at 24 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,720 to $2,730, $10 more.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xB 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 27 | 24 | $2,730 |
| xB 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 27 | 24 | $2,740 |
2010 Scion xB MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2009
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2010 Scion xB as for the 2009 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2009 section above.See 2009
2009 Scion xB MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2008
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2009 Scion xB as for the 2008 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2008 section above.See 2008
2008 Scion xB MPG
24 MPG · $2,720/yr
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xB 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 28 | 24 | $2,720 |
| xB 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S4) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 28 | 24 | $2,720 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the xB 2.4L 4-cyl FWD: $3,720 in California and $2,380 in Texas, a $1,340 difference.
- California $3,720
- Washington $3,440
- New York $2,730
- Florida $2,580
- Texas $2,380
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2015 wagon models.
Generations
- 2004-2006 (XP30)
- 2008-2015 (E150)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2008-2015 Scion xB get?
EPA rates the 2008-2015 Scion xB at 24 MPG combined across 16 configurations and 8 model years. The most efficient version, the 2015 xB 2.4L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 24 MPG (22 city, 27 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2008-2015 Scion xB?
Every model year of the 2008-2015 Scion xB tops out at 24 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2008-2015 Scion xB?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2011, 2013 and 2014. In 2009, 2010, 2012 and 2015 the values repeat the year before.
How does the 2008-2015 Scion xB compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2004-2006 Scion xB) is rated 28–29 MPG combined and costs $2,250–$2,330 a year to fuel; the 2008-2015 model is rated 24 MPG and costs $2,720–$2,740 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2015 Scion xB per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the xB 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,730 a year. Across all 2 configurations the cost runs $2,730–$2,740 a year. That is a $10 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2015 Scion xB 100 miles?
About $18.20 per 100 miles for the xB 2.4L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $18.20 and $18.27 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2015 Scion xB more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The xB 2.4L 4-cyl FWD is rated 22 city and 27 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 5 MPG.
How does the 2015 Scion xB compare with other wagon configurations?
The xB 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,730 a year to fuel, $40 more than the class median of $2,690, and less than 4 of 10 wagon configurations. The comparison covers all 36 rated wagon configurations for MY2015, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2015 Scion xB different from the 2014 model?
No. EPA lists the same ratings for 2014 and 2015: 2 configurations rated 24 MPG combined. See the 2014 Scion xB for that year.