Introduced in 2004, the standard Scion xA carries over to the 2005 model year unchanged.

New for 2005 is a special edition model, the Release Series 1.0, which comes with special Absolutely Red paint and is further distinguished by its sports grille and color-keyed rear spoiler. A power tilt and slide sunroof comes standard along with vehicle stability control (VSC) with traction control (TRAC). Inside, the Scion xA Release Series 1.0 features black seat fabric with red highlights and red lighting in the center storage compartment. Only 1,550 units will be produced and will have individually numbered series badges applied to the interior.

Prices remain unchanged from 2004 and start at $12,480 for the manual and $13,280 for the automatic version. The Release Series 1.0 package adds $2,200 to the base price.

The Compact 2005 Scion xA compares to the Chevrolet Cobalt, Ford Focus, Honda Civic, Mazda 3, Toyota Corolla, and Volkswagen Jetta.

Totally new for 2004, the xA is the first model of Toyota's youth-oriented brand Scion. Directed at Gen Y buyers interested in individualising their car, the Scion xA offers solid construction, comfortable accommodations, low maintenance costs, and a long list of optional accessories for buyers to spice up the exterior, interior, and performance of their car.

The Scion xA comes with surprisingly many standard features for a car in its price-class, like anti-lock brakes (ABS) with Electronic Brake Distribution, air conditioning, power windows and mirrors, remote keyless entry, tilt steering wheel, 60/40 split folding rear seat, and a Pioneer six-speaker AM/FM/CD sound system with MP3 capability and satellite radio preparation.

Prices in 2004 started at $12,480 for the manual model and $13,280 for the automatic. For an estimation of this car's value today, please refer to our Used Car Valuator.