Scion Iq problems
The Toyota iQ is a city car manufactured by Toyota and marketed in a single generation for Japan (2008–2016); Europe (2008–2015); and North America (2012–2015), where it was marketed as the Scion iQ. A rebadged variant was marketed in Europe as the Aston Martin Cygnet (2009–2013).
Designed at the Toyota European Design and Development studio in Nice, France, the iQ is noted for its specialized engineering to maximize passenger space and minimize length. The design accommodates four occupants, although one of the seats has very little legroom and is not suitable for adults.
Following a concept presented at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show, the production iQ debuted at the March 2008 Geneva Motor Show. Japanese sales began in November 2008 and European sales in January 2009. In 2008, the iQ was named the Japanese Car of the Year.
The name iQ, an initialism of the term intelligence quotient, recalls a competitor, the Smart Fortwo. The letters "iQ" also stand for "individuality", "innovation", "quality", a hint at its "cubic form" and also a "cue" for owners to embrace new types of vehicles and lifestyles.
The iQ reached the end of production in December 2015, and it was discontinued in Japan in April 2016.
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Common Scion Iq problems
The Scion iQ, a small city car produced by Toyota, has faced several common problems based on complaints from its owners. One of the most significant issues is the car's size, which has been criticized for its small dimensions and limited space for passengers and cargo.
Another issue is the car's reliability, which has been a subject of debate among consumers and consumer reporting publications. While U.S. News based its reliability score on the J.D. Power predicted reliability rating of three-out-of-five, some other rating agencies evaluated the iQ lower.
The 2012 and 2013 Scion iQs have also faced a recall regarding a system cable for the front passenger airbags, which is an important safety concern.
The car's body and paint have also been a source of complaints, with the 2012 Scion iQ having the most overall complaints, particularly for paint issues. The most-reported problem is 'paint is peeling off,' with an average cost to fix of $600 and an average mileage of 41,000 mi.
Lastly, the car's fuel efficiency has been a topic of discussion, with some owners reporting noticeable oil usage, requiring frequent top-ups.
In summary, the Scion iQ has faced several common problems, including size limitations, reliability concerns, safety recalls, body and paint issues, and fuel efficiency concerns. Despite these issues, some owners have expressed satisfaction with the car's compact design and fuel efficiency, making it a suitable choice for those looking for a small city car.
Is Scion iQ a good car?
Slow, noisy, and uncomfortable, the iQ's few positives include exceptionally easy parking, and its very good 34-mpg overall fuel economy. The extremely tiny rear seats won't make anyone riding in the second row happy, and the numb and overly quick steering makes the iQ less-than-enjoyable to drive.
What is high mileage for Scion iQ?
1.3-liter, double overhead cam, four-cylinder engine with dual VVT-i. MILEAGE: 36 mpg (city), 37 mpg (highway).
How long will Scion iQ last?
Typically, a Scion iQ with excellent care and maintenance will survive around 200,000 miles, with the high mileage point at 150,000 miles and the good mileage point at 125,000 miles. The better you care for the system and drive well, the longer your Scion iQ will be able to survive on the road.
Is the Toyota iQ a good car?
Wonderfully agile, decently refined, easy to park and cheap to run, the iQ has a lot going for it. We ran one on our long-term fleet and loved it, because it's such a multi-talented city car, but as a new buy it was held back by Toyota's ambitious pricing.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Scion Iq years
We have researched Scion problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Scion Iq cars and compiled the top 4 most problematic Scion Iq model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Scion Iq model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Scion Iq years
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Scion Iq car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Scion Iq , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Engine problems
- Structure problems
- Air bags problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Unknown or other problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Scion Iq vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Iq model years
A total of 7 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Iq model years
There were a total of 4 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 24 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Scion Iq . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Scion Iq vehicles.
List of Scion Iq complaints
Scion Iq 2012
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-23
- Date Complaint: 2023-10-14
- VIN: JTNJJXB08CJ
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: have a 2013 Scion IQ (auto/cvt). I had the 'check engine' and 'trac control' lights come on a few years ago.. I was driving on city streets. All I noticed was that the car didn't respond as it should when I gave it gas. ( nothing drastic ) I ran the codes. It said the gas pedal was the problem. I removed the pedal assembly. (it's easier to unplug it that way. I unplugged it and looked at the inside of the plug. All looked fine. Plugged the pedal back in and all was good then. (I'm sure I avoided a $500 bill ) Same problem just occurred a few years later. I didn't bother running the codes. I just unplugged/re-plugged the pedal. Saved another $500. Here's a scary one. I was driving the car the first light snow of the year. On a city street, going slow on level road. Just maintaining speed..... not slowing ..... not speeding up...... not turning. All of a sudden
Scion Iq 2012
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-25
- Date Complaint: 2023-08-03
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JTNJJXB08CJ
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2012 Scion iQ. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, another vehicle made a left turn, causing the contact to crash into the other vehicle; however, no air bags deployed. The contact was injured on her back and received medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the tow yard. The vehicle was deemed totaled by the insurance company. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,189.
Scion Iq 2012
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-25
- Date Complaint: 2021-05-25
- VIN: Jtnjjxb05cj
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The paint of the body is defective
Scion Iq 2012
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-18
- Date Complaint: 2021-02-03
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SCION IQ. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR AN OIL CHANGE. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS CONSUMING AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF OIL, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO FAIL. THE MECHANIC ADVISED THE CONTACT TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO A DEALER. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT BLACK SMOKE WAS COMING OUT OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS LATER TAKEN TO RUDY LUTHER TOYOTA (8805 WAYZATA BLVD, GOLDEN VALLEY, MN 55426) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT UNDER RECALL. THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT YET REPAIRED DUE TO THE REPAIR COST. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS WERE DIM. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 62,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
Scion Iq 2013
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-23
- Date Complaint: 2020-10-27
- VIN: JTNJJXB03DJ
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: ROUGH IDLE AND ENGINE SHUTTING OFF WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE IS AT TOYOTA DEALER AND DIAGNOSTIC HAS BEEN PERFORMED. DEALER HAS DETERMINED THE CAUSE TO BE INTERNAL CARBON DEPOSIT IN THE COMBUSTION CHAMBERS. TOYOTA IS REFUSING TO COVER THE REPAIR IN THEIR WARRANTY ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM ZG8 BECAUSE MY VIN WASN'T PART OF THE ORIGINAL CREATION FOR THE PROGRAM ZG8. THIS IS AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS ISSUE DUE TO THE FACT THAT MY ENGINE IS UNEXPECTEDLY SHUTTING OFF WHILE DRIVING. MY VEHICLE ONLY HAS 41063 MILES ON THE ENGINE AND UNFORTUNATELY FOR ME THE 5 YEARS OR 60,000 MILES NEW VEHILE LIMITED WARRANTY HAS PASSED THE 5 YEAR MARK. THE TOYOTA MECHANICS WILL BE FOLLOWING THE TOYOTA SERVICE BULLETIN: 0008-16 IN MAKING THE REPAIRS EVEN THOUGH TOYOTA REFUSES TO ACKNOWLEDGE MY VIN IN THEIR WARRANTY ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM. I'M FORCED TO PAY $1761.75 OUT OF MY POCKET FOR THEIR ENGINE FLAW. I'M SO DISAPPOINTED WITH TOYOTA, THE WHOLE REASON I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE WAS BECAUSE I BELIEVED TOYOTA CARED ABOUT THEIR CUSTOMERS AND THAT THEY MADE A DEPENDABLE VEHICLE, APPARENTLY I'VE BEEN MISLED BY TOYOTA.
Scion Iq 2012
- Date Of Incident: 2019-06-01
- Date Complaint: 2020-07-25
- VIN: JTNJJXB0XCJ
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: PAINT BEGAN PEELING ABOUT 13 MONTHS AGO AND NOW HAS BEGUN TO RUST IN THE OPEN METAL AREAS.
Scion Iq 2012
- Date Of Incident: 2020-07-07
- Date Complaint: 2020-07-08
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JTNJJXB0XCJ
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: I GOT INTO 2 ACCIDENTS IN 3 DAYS WHILE PARKING INTO OR OUT OF A PARKING SPACE. THE FIRST ACCIDENT 07/04/2020, MY CAR WAS PARKED IN A PARKING LOT. I PLACED THE CAR IN REVERSE AND SUDDENLY IT ACCELERATED AND THE BRAKES FAILED TO WORK. MY VEHICLE ONLY STOPPED AFTER CRASHING INTO THE CAR BEHIND ME. THE SECOND ACCIDENT HAPPEN 7/7/2020 WHILE PULLING FORWARD INTO A PARKING SPACE, THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND BRAKES FAILED TO WORK AGAIN. I CRASHED INTO A CEMENT POLE WHICH STOPPED MY VEHICLE. I COULDN'T FIGURE OUT WHY THESE 2 DANGEROUS ACCIDENTS OCCURRED? MY VEHICLE WAS JUST REPAIRED OVER A WEEK BC THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON. THE MECHANIC SAID THE PROBLEM WAS FROM A CATALYTIC CONVERTER THAT WAS CLOGGED, SO HE REPLACED IT WITH A NEW OEM PART. THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS BLOWING HOT ALSO, SO THE MECHANIC REPLACED THE AIR COMPRESSOR IN CAR AT THE SAME TIME. I WISH TO FILE A REPORT BASED ON THE "SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION" DANGER.
Scion Iq 2012
- Date Of Incident: 2019-10-15
- Date Complaint: 2020-03-01
- VIN: JTNJJXB03CJ
- Components: STRUCTURE,ENGINE
- Summary: PAINT IS COMING OFF OF CAR IN DIFFERENT PLACES & TO MUCH OIL CONSUMPTION EVEN AFTER CHANGING EGR VALUE HAVE TO ADD OIL TO OFTEN.
Scion Iq 2012
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-01
- Date Complaint: 2019-07-16
- VIN: JTNJJXB05CJ
- Components: STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: PISTON ARE BURNING A QT OF OIL PER 200 MILES OR LESS AND PAINT FLAKING ON CAR
Scion Iq 2013
- Date Of Incident: 2016-09-01
- Date Complaint: 2019-06-26
- VIN: JF1ZNAA15D2
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SCION IQ. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE WAS REPLACED IN 2016 BY ADVANTAGE TOYOTA OF RIVER OAKS (1970 RIVER OAKS DR, CALUMET CITY, IL 60409, (708) 862-0700). THE REPAIRS WERE COMPLETED UNDER THE WARRANTY. THE VEHICLE WAS RECENTLY TAKEN BACK TO THE SAME DEALER FOR AN OIL CHANGE AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN AN UNKNOWN RECALL. AFTER THREE WEEKS, THE DEALER REPLACED THE ENGINE VALVE SPRINGS PER THE RECALL. AFTER THE REPAIR, THE ENGINE AND FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE BEGAN SHAKING. THE DEALER PROVIDED A LOANER VEHICLE AND KEPT THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE FOR ANOTHER WEEK. THE DEALER OBSERVED THAT THE ENGINE SHOOK AND WAS LOUD, AND THE RPMS REVVED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER ON THREE OCCASIONS. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH THE DEALER'S SERVICE MANAGER WHO STATED THAT THEY WOULD CHECK THE VEHICLE ONE MORE TIME AND THEN CHARGE HER FOR ANY FUTURE DIAGNOSTIC TESTS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 97,000.
Scion Iq 2013
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-31
- Date Complaint: 2019-04-29
- VIN: JF1ZNAA15D2
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: RECALLED FOR POSSIBILITY OF A VALVE SPRING BREAKING POTENTIALLY CAUSING THE ENGINE TO STOP WORKING WHILE UNDER DRIVING CONDITIONS. RECALL NOTICE INDICATED THAT THE TIME FOR REPAIRS WAS APPROXIMATELY 2 DAYS AND THIS WAS CONFIRMED BY THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT VALDOSTA TOYOTA WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS SCHEDULED FOR REPAIRS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TIO THE DEALERSHIP ON 3-31-19 AND DROPPED OFF. IT WAS FINALLY FINISHED AND PICKED UP ON 4-20-19. THE REASONS THAT WE WERE GIVEN BY THE DEALERSHIP FOR IT TAKING SO LONG FOR THE REPAIRS WAS THAT THE TECHNICIAN DOING THE REPAIRS WAS CONTINUALLY NOT AT WORK. WITHIN A DAY AFTER PICKING THE VEHICLE UP FROM THE DEALER THE ENGINE STARTED TO MAKE A CLICKING SOUND. IT WAS RETURNED TO THE DEALERSHIP AND WE WERE TOLD THAT THE CLICKING SOUND WAS NOT RELATED TO THEIR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THE RECALL, RATHER IT WAS BECAUSE THE FUEL SYSTEM WAS DEFECTIVE AND IT WOULD COST US $1940+ FOR IT TO BE REPAIRED. 5 DAYS AFTER PICKING THE VEHICLE UP FROM THE DEALER THE ENGINE CONPLETELY QUIT AS THE VEHICLE WAS ABOUT TO TURN ONTO ANOTHER ROAD AFTER STOPPING AT A STOP SIGN.. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED BACK TO THE DEALER. WE WERE TOLD THAT IT APPEARED THE PROBLEM WAS THE FLY WHEEL, NOT RELATED TO THEIR REPAIR. THERE NEVER HAD BEEN ANY PROBLEM WITH THE PERFORMACE OF THIS VEHICLE AND ITS' ENGINE BEFORE VALDOSTA TOYOTA TOOK THE ENGINE APART TO MAKE THE RECALL REPAIRS. WE HAVE NOW BEEN TOLD THAT A NUMBER OF OTHER CARS ARE IN FOR NORMAL REPAIRS AND THAT THEY WILL GET TO OUR CAR WHENEVER THEY CAN. WE ARE CERTAIN THAT VALDOSTA TOYOTA EITHER DID NOT PROPERLY REPAIR THE ENGINE DURING THE RECALL REPAIRS OR THAT THEY DID FURTHER DAMAGE TO IT WHILE THEY WERE DOING THE REPAIRS.
Scion Iq 2012
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-15
- Date Complaint: 2019-01-31
- VIN: JTNJJXB08CJ
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE PAINT IS PEELING OFF THE ENTIRE CAR. THE BODY SHOP SAID IT IS A FACTORY DEFECT. A QUICK INTERNET SEARCH SHOWS THAT THIS IS A WIDE SPREAD ISSUE FOR THIS YEAR, MAKE, MODEL & COLOR. WHY WON'T TOYOTA DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT?
Scion Iq 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2018-08-16
- Date Complaint: 2018-08-18
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JTNJJXB01EJ
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: ON AUG 16, 2018 @ 6:30 AM WHILE EXITING AT THE GARAGE IN MY APT HEADING TO WORK; I STARTED THE ENGINE OF MY CAR AND IT WAS OKEY. I STARTED TO DRIVE ON THE RAMP ON THE DRIVE WAY THE ENGINE STOPS. I REVERSED/ BACK UP AND STARTED THE ENGINE AGAIN, WHILE ON THE RAMP AGAIN IT ACCELERATED AND NEVER STOP THOUGH BRAKE WAS APPLIED. THE CAR WON'T STOP; SO I DECIDED TO CRASHED MY CAR AT THE CAR PARK ON THE SIDE STREET, BEFORE I REACH TO THE TRAFFIC LANE AND MIGHT CAUSE A FATAL ACCIDENT. I DAMAGED MY CAR ON THE DRIVER SIDE AS WELL AS THE CAR I CRASHED ON/ THE BUMPER, HEADLIGHT & FENDER WERE VISIBLY DAMAGED.
Scion Iq 2013
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-21
- Date Complaint: 2018-03-11
- VIN: JTNJJXB04DJ
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION, STARTING AT 86K MILES. USING 7 QUARTS OF OIL EVERY 3,000 MILES, WITH A STARTING CAPACITY OF 3.8 QUARTS. THIS MEANS I'M DOING 2 COMPLETE OIL CHANGES EVERY 3K MILES. TOYOTA DEALERSHIP SAID IT WAS NORMAL FOR THAT CAR TO USE SO MUCH OIL. OIL LIGHT CAME ON ABOUT HALF WAY THROUGH MY LAST OIL CHANGE (1700 MILES) CHECK THE DIP STICK AND IT WAS COMPLETELY DRY.
Scion Iq 2012
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-05
- Date Complaint: 2018-01-10
- VIN: JTNJJXB09CJ
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: STARTING BACK IN OCTOBER TOOK CAR IN FOR OIL CHANGE, I WAS TOLD CAR HAD NO OIL. I BRING MY CAR IN FOR REGULAR OIL CHANGES, SO WAS NOT SURE WHAT WAS GOING ON, SO I DISMISSED IT... BROUGHT CAR BACK TODAY 01/10/18 HAD THEM CHECK THE OIL LEVELS AND THE CAR NEEDED 2 1/2 LITTER OF OIL... I WAS TOLD IT MIGHT BE THE PISTONS... PLEASE RECALL
Recalls Scion Iq
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the Scion Iq.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Scion Iq 2012
- Report Received Date: 2012-11-08
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Scion IQ vehicles manufactured July 31, 2011, through October 12, 2012. The cable for the Occupant Classification System (OCS) may become damaged when sliding the passenger seat forward or backward.
- Consequence: If the cable for the OCS becomes damaged, the front passenger airbags may not deploy or they may deploy inappropriately for the passenger's size and position. This could increase the risk of personal injury during the event of a vehicle crash necessitating airbag deployment.
- Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover on the OCS weight sensor cable. The recall began on December 20, 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
- Model: Scion Iq 2013
- Report Received Date: 2012-11-08
- Manufacturer: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Scion IQ vehicles manufactured July 31, 2011, through October 12, 2012. The cable for the Occupant Classification System (OCS) may become damaged when sliding the passenger seat forward or backward.
- Consequence: If the cable for the OCS becomes damaged, the front passenger airbags may not deploy or they may deploy inappropriately for the passenger's size and position. This could increase the risk of personal injury during the event of a vehicle crash necessitating airbag deployment.
- Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover on the OCS weight sensor cable. The recall began on December 20, 2013. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Latest negative Scion Iq car reviews
Latest positive Scion Iq car reviews
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Vehicle year: 2013
"I can't stop smiling since I've had it" was my response when a lady who practically ran across the parking lot asked how I liked it.I've had others taking pictures of it on their phones, people missing their "green light" at intersections because they were staring at it, another fella in a cammed up Corvette laugh with me when I motioned that I'd race him off the light.I never would have thought that this little commuter car would be such a blast to drive.It's smooth, quiet, roomy, solid and quick off the light.I drive alone, so I folded the back seats down, bought the cargo carpet and use it as a hatchback.
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Vehicle year: 2014
I bought this car in Los Angeles and drove it back to NYC. At first, I was considering a Lexus LX 470, but then I realized that finding parking in the city would be impossible. So, I took the southern route all the way back to NYC. Throughout the trip, I was able to maintain an average of 36 mpg while driving at speeds of 70 to 85 mph. The car felt great on the highway, just like any other small car. Before purchasing the 2013 IQ, I rented a mini cooper, which was much more cramped and 2+ feet longer. When I drove into NYC, I was able to find a parking spot very quickly and have been able to park in spots where no other cars could fit 4 out of 5 times. Overall, it's been a great experience!
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Vehicle year: 2014
This is a great opportunity to go green and help save the planet from global warming! The Toyota is a reliable car that is perfect for two people and shopping bags. The automatic transmission is shiftlessly smooth and reminds me of the very old Dynaflow. It is easy to drive and provides a smooth ride on good roads. When two people are in the car, you will think it is full-sized. The quality is good and the radio is excellent! Although the car has been discontinued by Toyota, there are bargains out there on the used car market for a great little city car. I did take it out on the expressway and it did nicely at 65 mph. Just remember to drive with two hands on the steering wheel! Also, be aware that it gives a rough ride on rough roads. Don't worry about the transmission dipstick, as it is nonexistent. The transmission is sealed and supposedly good for 120,000 miles. Basically, it's maintenance-free! There is a dipstick for engine oil, so use 0 W 20 weight. If you buy one, enjoy it and adjust as needed. I loved this car, but I traded it for a 1948 Crosley, a 50 mpg economy car that was way ahead of its time.
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Vehicle year: 2013
At 5'11, I have plenty of head and leg room in this car, which is important since I work out of it. It gets an impressive 37 mpg in both city and highway driving, making it a great choice for anyone looking to save on gas. The car turns on a dime, making it easy to navigate even the tightest spots. Unlike my previous Mini, this car has no blindspots, providing me with a phenomenal view in all directions. I also appreciate the lifetime plan that includes free oil changes and regular maintenance, as well as roadside assistance. Additionally, the car comes with a 3 year/36k warranty. There's even a convenient pull-out drawer under the passenger seat for my laptop. The power windows go completely down with just one touch, and I can easily control the radio from my steering wheel. The Bluetooth is also clear and easy to use, and my iPod sounds great through the car's speakers.
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Vehicle year: 2013
I've owned many cars in the past. Recently, I decided to trade in my truck for a new vehicle. On my way to work last Thursday, I stopped to put $25 worth of gas in the truck. However, the next day after work, the gas light came on and I was frustrated. Luckily, I was near the Toyota dealer and decided to take a look at their Scions. My daughter has one and I was impressed with its reliability. I learned that the IQ was the cheapest to maintain over 3 years, so I decided to trade in my truck for the IQ. The process was easy and I was on my way in no time!
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Jermain Bernier 2024-11-27
Vehicle year: 2015
I found the editor's comment about larger cars at the same price quite amusing. After all, the whole point of this car is its small size. Personally, I love zipping around in a tiny car like this. However, I do wish it had a bit more zip to it. Additionally, the fuel economy isn't much better than my Mazda CX-5 SUV, which is a shame. At startup, the engine sounds like there are loose marbles inside, and it can make other uninspiring noises from time to time. Unfortunately, the brake pedal also makes a loud, annoying clicking noise (although Toyota assures me that this is normal). It doesn't offer a lot of features for the money, but the tiny size is definitely a plus point.
Collin Ratke 2024-10-20
Vehicle year: 2013
I found the editor's comment about larger cars at the same price quite amusing. After all, the whole point of this car is its small size, which is perfect for people like me who want a zippy little car to get around in. However, I have noticed that it doesn't quite have the zip I was hoping for, and the fuel economy isn't much better than my Mazda CX-5 SUV. At startup, the engine sounds like there are loose marbles inside, and it can make other uninspiring noises from time to time. Additionally, the brake pedal makes a loud, annoying clicking noise (although Toyota assures me that this is normal). While it may not offer a lot of features for the money, the tiny size is definitely a plus point.
Miguel Olson 2024-10-08
Vehicle year: 2014
The comment by the editor that there are larger cars at the same price is hilarious. The whole idea about this car is being small. People like me want a tiny car to zip around. Only problem is that the car doesn't zip very much. And for a tiny car the fuel economy is not much better than my Mazda CX-5 SUV. The engine sounds like there are loose marbles inside at startup, and also makes other uninspiring noises from time to time. The brake pedal makes loud annoying clicking noise (normal noise, according to Toyota). It doesn't offer a lot of features for the money. The only good thing about it is the tiny size.
Judson Kuvalis 2024-09-06
Vehicle year: 2013
I bought this IQ with the expectation of great MPG, but unfortunately, I only averaged about 27mph. After doing some research on Google, I found that others had the same issue. It's disappointing that a tiny car like this can't achieve better fuel efficiency. I ended up returning the car with only 100 miles on it and was quite frustrated. Instead, I opted for a Prius C. While the back seats do touch the front seats, which can be a bit uncomfortable, I appreciate the extra space it provides. It's worth noting that you need to remove the headrests to fold the back seats, but overall, it's a functional feature. Although the IQ's back seats don't offer much storage space, I understand that they're there to accommodate up to four passengers. Perhaps it would be better to remove them entirely if they're not useful.
Lucio Pfeffer 2024-04-27
Vehicle year: 2013
For a small car, it may not have the zip or exceptional fuel economy that you would expect. Additionally, it does not have rear disc brakes or any fancy features to justify its 'premium' compact branding. The engine can make a terrible noise and sound like it has valve problems, but it usually quiets down when warmed up, which may give some doubt to its long-term reliability. The steering wheel can make scraping sounds, and the brake pedal can make loud and annoying clicking sounds. However, it is important to note that Toyota technology and quality are not present in this car.