Out of 150 vehicles tested this year, the 2008 Scion xB was named the 2008 Drivers’ Choice by MotorWeek!
Delivering the perfect mix of fun, fuel efficiency and usefulness the Scion xB eclipsed the competition to capture MotorWeek’s coveted “Best of the Year” 2008 Drivers’ Choice Award. The honor was announced today at the Chicago Auto Show. Without abandoning its roots as a funky, compact urban utility vehicle, the xB offers more versatility, more power, unique customization options, a thrifty sticker price and frugality at the pump. MotorWeek’s Drivers’ Choice Awards have been presented since 1983, and are among the auto industry’s most prestigious honors.
“Our Scion owners asked for a bigger and better ‘box’ and we responded with the 2008 xB,” said Jack Hollis, Scion vice president. “We’re flattered MotorWeek finds the xB just as appealing as our Scion enthusiasts and has named the xB ‘Best of the Year.’ ”
“Scion has made an interesting first concept into a great second generation car,” said John Davis, MotorWeek host and executive producer. “With the xB, Scion has broadened its appeal to every intelligent consumer out there. It’s amazingly roomy, stylish, fuel efficient and entertaining to drive. A compact this versatile should be in everyone’s garage. The Scion xB is a smart choice, a great value and a fun one too. It appeals to the young, and the young at heart.”
Recognized as the best overall among winners in 14 categories, the xB is the first Scion to win a Drivers’ Choice Award. Scion, a marque of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A. Inc., began its national rollout of vehicles in 2004. The entire winners’ list will be featured on a special MotorWeek episode airing on PBS beginning February 9 (check local listings) and on cable’s SPEED beginning February 11. The Drivers’ Choice Awards and MotorWeek are nationally sponsored by Cars.com, Valvoline and Goodyear.
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