All too often when a consumer hears the word hatchback, they for some reason picture a small automobile that gets good fuel efficiency and can fit into small parking spaces but outside of that, they are likely good for nothing. If this is you or if you know someone who thinks this way, read on to see why the 2012 Scion xD Hatchback is about to lay down the path to continue to revolutionize the hatchback vehicle industry. The 2012 Scion xD, is a four door 5-seat hatchback automobile that provides our customers with an unmatchable all-around driving experience when it comes to hatchback vehicles. Being the first true customizable vehicle, the excessive personalization options have only grown on this years refresh of the xD. The 2012 xD continues to offer a vast array of individual options that will insure to serve that you are purchasing an automobile that fits your way of life and can get your through your day to day grind. The 2012 Scion xD, loaded with everything you want from power under the hood, to safety features heretofore reserved mostly for the most luxurious of automobiles, and of course the ultimate in comfort. Add on top of everything else, the MSRP measuring in at a miniscule $15,045 for the manual transmission or $15,845 for the automatic transmission, it becomes ever clearer as to how and why the 2012 Scion xD is about to see an explosion of growth in neighborhoods nationwide.
It may be hard to imagine, but when you see a list of what a shocking amount of features and gadgets can be packed into such a small package, you will soon understand why the excitement here at Scion is building to never before seen levels. This redesign of an already outstanding automobile has only created a further gap between the 2012 Scion xD and all other so-called competitors. Some of these incredible features include but are certainly not limited to; Steering wheel audio controls, wireless phone connectivity capabilities, navigation system, CD player, premium audio system, remote keyless entry, illuminated entry, auto-dimming rearview mirror, front and rear beverage holders and truly so much more it will make your head spin! Just because the starting price of the 2012 Scion xD maybe be lower than you ever imagined, that didn’t stop us from packing the xD with many of the latest and greatest technologies you would normally find in automobiles twice the price of the Scion xD. Of course, there are also a significant number of additional add-ons and options both factory installed and dealership installed that will give you the say about what does and doesn’t end up in the vehicle that you are spending your hard earned money on!
Many years ago, when small compact automobiles began rolling off of factory construction lines there was a fear that being in such a small vehicle could be dangerous to the occupants. At the time, those fears were likely warranted. Since then however, the safety standards and advancements in automobiles in truly a difference of night and day. The 2012 Scion xD is a perfect example of how you can have a small car that offers you the safety and reliability that the larger, far more expensive luxury sedans do. It can be said with certainty that the small vehicles of decades ago didn’t sport sophisticated and advanced safety mechanisms such as; Anti-whiplash front-head restraints, dual front-impact and side-impact airbags, electronic stability and traction control system, anti-lock brakes with brake assist technology, overhead airbag and even an alarm system with a panic switch all standard on the all-new spectacular 2012 Scion xD. Furthermore, many times when you get into a sticky situation on the road, the ability to move quickly and powerfully can be the difference between safety and getting in a car accident. Although the 2012 Scion xD is a small package, as previously shown through the packed security and safety features, there was no stone left unturned when looking to tweak and perfect this years model of Scion xD. As such, a powerful engine is as important for you safety as for you enjoyment of driving. Featuring a seriously powerful engine, no matter which model you choose, automatic or manual, you will have the ability to drive with confidence. The 2012 Scion xD sports a 1.8Liter, 16-valve engine, supported by 128-horsepower at 6,000 RPM’s on both the automatic and manual transmission options.
Finally, what good is saving money on the cost of an automobile if the efficiency is so poor that you are constantly filling your gas tank and giving your money to the giant oil companies instead of keeping your hard earned money where it belongs, in your pocket. Just like our commitment to offer the best of luxury and safety options on the 2012 Scion xD, so too was our goal to create an automobile that offered our customers the most ultra-efficient mode of transportation possible. We succeeded and did so in a major way with an EPA estimated 27/33 mpg city/highway, you stops for gasoline will be few and far between. So spread the word far and wide, let it be known that the hatchback of 2012 has once again set the standard for what a consumer can and should have, when it comes to customizable options offering a range of safety, luxury and comfort to suit the needs of each individual person.