The Pioneer HD Stereo in this car ROCKS!! Amazing sound quality!!!!! Also the tC has more torque than the FRS, plus it is 5 grand cheaper!! I love mine!!!! Handling is very good with the 2014 updates to suspension and steering!
You can't compare the two. The Scion may as well be a Corolla. The FRS is a driver's car with 50/50 weight distribution, rear wheel drive, light weight, well tuned, while lacking torque and good tires. But the tC is more like Toyotas have always been boring reliable cars.
I recently seen a white tc on the road!!!! Same as mine,I chatted with the driver for a minute.He loves his as much as I love my own.A small chat at a stop light.
Great car! Reliability, economical, roomy, beautiful, fantastic interior layout, and amazing speakers! That is great that Scion went with Pioneer and it should be easy to replace with a modern double din stereo in 2021. :)
Bought one of these brand new in 2014. I miss that car. It was a hoot to throw around the county-graded dirt roads of rural Alabama. Made me feel like a rally driver. I did get that upgraded nav/stereo option, and the wing. I did the TRD exhaust and cold air intake. It would keep up with the civic si of the day
The Civic Si is the tC's only competitor. Although the Si has 200hp the tC has that 2.5 litre camry motor with 180hp. There's no replacement for displacement. Tc is nose to nose or beats the Si all day long. I've seen it.
since driving style matters, this car is pretty fast considering the same people got the same 7.4 second 0-60 in the nismo juke which is turbo with 197hp. the tc got the same number with 179 hp.
Really great review, I was trying to see if Top Gear covered this car and stumbled on your review. Aside, from the theatrics and entertainment they tend to offer, your review was very informative and seemed comprehensive, keep it up!
Love my tC, what more could you want in a car? Reliable Toyota engine, peppy 180hp 2.5l, awesome sound system, great resale value, responsive handling, huge cargo space, the ability to seat 4 adults comfortably, a satisfying exhaust note, and to top it all off - the price. I bought my 2016 with push start/keyless entry 50k miles for $11,700. I'm coming from a lease on a 2017 cruze hatchback w/ a 1.7l turbo. I have no equity coming out of the lease. Moving to the tC I'm getting a much better car with cheaper payments, all of the same features, more power, and I'll actually have around $9,000 equity when my 36 months are up. A better deal in every regard.
I've been considering this as my next car, I currently drive a 91 Celica and it still runs fine. Toyota's were made to last. This is basically a modern Celica anyway so it shouldn't be a big transition. But I'd have to get leather seat covers, that fabric doesn't look good.
Wow thanks. This was a truly valuable review. I recently had a civics ctv transmission sedan but I have been considering changing over to a Scion TC coupe.
I own a 2005 scion tc with 257,000 miles apprx. and let me tell you these cars are tough. The 2014 looks great and its well balanced. Will buy another TC in the near future. Good video.
I just bought a 2015 model in metallic grey fully loaded with a manual trans. It looks sporty, drives well, gets decent mpg with toyota reliability. How could you go wrong for 20k? The plastic interior also isn't really that bad. It's actually easier to clean.
I love the scion buying model. Choose manual or auto then dealer install all the options you want. No overpriced bundles, just get the options you're looking for. I wish more brands were sold this way.
i have a 2014 and i love it! mpg could be a little better but other than that it's great. pretty quick and nimble for being a FWD 4 cylinder. can't forget about the legendary reliability too
I have a 2012 tC and I love it. the gas MPG is only about 27/28 which isn't too bad. it's got some power for the size of its engine. seats are comfy. trunk is roomy. back seats fold and the back seats also recline backwards a few inches which create more room. Not too fond of the new rims and the new front end of the car.
As a matter of fact we will. We will see it in person next Wednesday at a launch event and should have the video live about a week later (assuming that Mazda doesn't make us abide by an NDA for a specific release date).
I like the tC, you should also check out the soon-to-be-released Kia Forte Koup. The Civic is less exciting than the tC and the Civic Si is more capable, but the Si is manual transmission only.
PLS make some CORRECTIONS on your Review! Honda Civic Si ONLY COME with Manual Transmission! Honda never Offered the Si with an Automatic transmission and it is also 6 speed manual!
I now own a 2014 sti ..I still have my 2008 tc with 253,000 miles with stock clutch that I will replace soon.. other than oil change and rotors n brake pads change at 150k .. these cars are awesome.. nj strong !!! bought it new .. cant complain..
Really good car... Main reason I got it, it's under 20k my insurance is 90$ the gas is amazing I get 26mpg... I would recommend this to college students... I know you want to drive a camaro or evo and get ass ... But just think about about it can I afford it... I really wanted an evo and frs but couldn't afford it with the insurance
@@RagingBad So...the point is that it's not about you. And let's be real, many more Toyotas out there meaning many more people not maintaining them. Yet we don't hear about those cars having any major issues. Less BMW's on the road yet they're money pits. So...
Rashad, the Stranger I don't give a shit about boring Toyotas, I can afford having a BMW, if it breaks it's covered by warranty, you don't buy BMW's for transportation only, that's what Toyotas are for
Great review minus the misconception that the Civic Si can be purchased in an automatic. It is 6 speed manual only and always has been. The 5 speed auto is only for the 140hp regular Civic. I have a 2012 Si and my wife just got this 2014 TC in the same color as the video with automatic. Both are great cars, my Si is no doubt faster with more head room, but the TC looks better with tons of trunk space. The 2 door TC also has just as much rear leg room as my 4 door Si. Can't go wrong either way.
As I always tell folks, spend time in the seat before you buy because like seats, people are built differently and what is comfortable for someone can be painful for another.
No, you heard that right and it is incorrect, the Si is not available with an automatic. I was tripping over my own brain when discussing the Civic vs tC vs Civic Si and it sounded too strange to edit that sucker out.
I was going to say it looks like Santa Cruz Mtn roads until I saw the Pioneer Hotel situated on 84. I commuted 9 to 84 daily in a '91 Suzuki Swift GT, super fun!
I must say, for a Yank, you did an excellent review. The Scion TC is quite a car, and the biggest bang for the buck. I would not say the Civic Si is more fun to drive, but it is geared more for high school girls. The Honda Civic Si(ssy) is a feminine car, but a reliable car. If my son bought a Civic, I would question his masculinity, but if my daughter bought a Civic, that would be fine. The TC is a high performance front driver, and a good choice for anyone, for any reason.
wish Toyota would just go back to making an XRS version of the Corolla with the bigger high output engine stuck in there. The interior of this Scion is just hideous when compared to a lower priced Corolla!
For $1200 dollars you can upgrade the stereo to one with touchscren and sattelite navigation and upgrade the speakers(I'm talking about aftermarket parts, of course).
honda doesn't make an automatic si. the tc and the frs are about the same as far as acceleration wise if you've ever driven them. the frs takes off at high rpm and the tc has a smooth power delivery all the way through the power band. both cars are very fun to drive, the si too.
Hi Alex, what is your opinion about the rear visibility in the TC? Does it really have a cheap interior, or is it just simple? Does the horsepower improve substantially with the TRD performance air intake? Did you like the regular manual shifter? Keep up the good work!
All I see is people comparing this car to a civic Si. They are not in the same class! The Si is a performance version of a civic. The tC is a base model vehicle a fair comparison would be the civic ex which is Hondas base model. If you compare the tC to every one of its base model competitors it destroys what they have to offer. Prime example the civic ex offers a 140HP standard the tC 180HP. The tC does 0-60 in 6.9 seconds, yea It's not fast put that's right on par with a Veloster Turbo which is not only 250lbs lighter than a tC but has a 20HP and 22FT-LBS torque advantage. A true comparison to the Si is the FRS.
@MADdaDJ, yes, it is pure Japanese Toyota. The engine is the same as the Camry. Good car. Scion/Toyota are #1 rated by Consumer Reports as far as reliability.
I plan on buying the tc for my next car. I have an 09 corolla now, but I wanted something faster with a bigger engine. Also with the right mods, you can easily put out over 200hp on the tc. I the only things I don't like about it is the dash. Other than that I love the car.
He is saying the Honda Civic Si has a 5 speed automatic. As far as I know the Civic Si has a 6 speed manual and doesn't come in automatic. The Scion TC is more comparable to the Kia Forte coupe or Civic EX ( which by the way comes with an automatic transmission) not the Civic Si.
Good video. I did not know all the details of the current TC. I feel for the money and features the Elantra Coupe is better buy if driven as a daily drive and not a track car. The Civic Si is more exciting to drive but I agree I do not like the looks on the outside as much as the TC but the interior of the TC looks cheap.
I have an 09' tC and I love it to death! However, I've been peeping at this tC due to the fact that my neighbor has one in all white and it looks stunning. Been thinking about upgrading to the new model and I just may! Any previous tC owners (05-10 models). Eventually, I will test drive the new model but I want to hear the good and the bad from actual consumers to help me make a good purchase.
Nathan C Clemons Yeah I drove a cement monogram 14 not too long ago, and then I found myself eyeing this beautiful White 14 FR-S. Long story short, after test driving both I am looking into getting the FR-S! Just suits my needs a little more and I really love the styling. Still love the tC though..thanks for the feedback fellow Scion owner :)
Nathan C Clemons You've made a wise decision..chose a car that's sporty, yet it can still haul the family around. I read you loud and clear! White FR-S it is haha
The civic SI doesn't have a 5-speed automatic. Where are you getting your facts from? I'm sorry but I don't see how the tc and fr-s can be compared together. If someone is looking at the scion tc there is no way they'd be looking at the fr-s and vice versa. Normally your reviews are good, informative, and helpful but this one was not. Not trying to be mean just providing some constructive criticism.
I have the 09' model, and the only thing I like about the new model is the steering wheel and the headlights..lol. Of course the increased HP on this model. Nice car
Recent head to head test on the fast lane car, the tC was actually quicker in a straight line drag race than the FR-S! There is no replacement for displacement!
JR Sanchez +1 to that, the FRS is great, I've driven one, a helluva lot of fun, but the tc is much more practical for daily use, plus in the aftermarket you can easily make it much better especially in handling, for $500 you can have almost the same handling as an FRS just by getting springs and sway bars and pretty much eliminating almost all body roll
Tim Irizarry i actually loved the frs i just couldn't afford it at the time but now i have a much better job i was thinking about trading in my 14rs tc... I got my tc for a great price around 23,000 paying 400 a month
JR Sanchez If you truly need practicality then stick with the TC. I have the FR-S and I don't regret it once, love the hell out of it. When I was shopping around I thought the FR-S/BRZ were fairly priced. The V6 Mustang/Camaro are only approximately $1,500 cheaper and sure you get a little more power but handling and feel were worlds apart. A 6 speed Miata actually had a higher MSRP than the MT FR-S and the Genesis Coupe was more expensive in any trim I checked out. The only other RWD sports car I didn't go price check was the 370Z since the MSRP listed online is much higher and is only a 2 seater. The FR-S/BRZ has a good amount of practicality when you compare it to a Miata/S2000/370Z.
Hakeem Al-Kazak well i really want to trade my car in for something fun i just got a good job and i see the frs like everyday fixed up and i love it... I love camaros might look into those
@@xXBLACKOPS28Xx With 8 stock speakers sound better then most cars such as a Civics or a WRX even a F-rs and also Brz can't beat it but I added an Amp with 12" sub.
One thing I appreciate from most Toyota cars is that they have a minimum amount of buttons on the steering wheels. I'm currently renting a Mazda3 and can't stand how they have so many buttons on the steering wheel with 6 of those buttons just for cruise control so unnecessary
How is the gas mileage on a 2014 and how does the car/engine hold up? Is it going to be in the shop all the time? It's 2015 but I'm thinking about buying slightly used 2014
-> Excellent video! But one question thou... ...where is that twisty road you've driven!? That looks like very fun to drive at, and a perfect case for the tC test you've done!
I really like this car. Yeah the interior maybr a little bland but hey, it's a $20,000 car. I hate when other car in this price range try to cover up the fact that it's an inexpensive car with fake wood and cheap leather all over. It's not trying to hide what it is, because in the end if you had more money to spend on a car you wouldn't be looking here anyway.
with how strict laws are getting with driving all the apps and stuff that come with the $1200 option are probably not going to be allowed to use while driving. so if you cant use the apps when moving your basically paying $1200 for a nav system when you could buy a good external one for $300, doesnt seem worth it to me. your thoughts?
My Wife and I are looking a getting a second car. We just bought a ford escape so we really just want a fun little car to drive around the city in. Do you think this would be the better choice over the Civic or Forte. PS is has to be automatic for the wife
The Pioneer HD Stereo in this car ROCKS!! Amazing sound quality!!!!!
Also the tC has more torque than the FRS, plus it is 5 grand cheaper!! I love mine!!!! Handling is very good with the 2014 updates to suspension and steering!
You can't compare the two. The Scion may as well be a Corolla. The FRS is a driver's car with 50/50 weight distribution, rear wheel drive, light weight, well tuned, while lacking torque and good tires. But the tC is more like Toyotas have always been boring reliable cars.
@@JuanGarcia-zq5tp it has more torque than the frs it’s not a boring car and a Corolla is usually a 1.8L vs the 2.5 L Tc
I recently seen a white tc on the road!!!!
Same as mine,I chatted with the driver for a minute.He loves his as much as I love my own.A small chat at a stop light.
lol, your grammar is so bad.
Captainmachette1 You need a capital letter there, hypocrite. ;)
Han Solobuger Does your scion tc really have bad build quality like Alex showed? like the door arm rest gap?
Tc family❤
@@Captainmachette1 suck it!!
Great car! Reliability, economical, roomy, beautiful, fantastic interior layout, and amazing speakers! That is great that Scion went with Pioneer and it should be easy to replace with a modern double din stereo in 2021. :)
Bought one of these brand new in 2014. I miss that car. It was a hoot to throw around the county-graded dirt roads of rural Alabama. Made me feel like a rally driver. I did get that upgraded nav/stereo option, and the wing. I did the TRD exhaust and cold air intake. It would keep up with the civic si of the day
I just bought one used as my first car, I'm gonna rip it down gravel roads in Canada
Used two door honda civic for sale by owner
The Civic Si is the tC's only competitor. Although the Si has 200hp the tC has that 2.5 litre camry motor with 180hp. There's no replacement for displacement. Tc is nose to nose or beats the Si all day long. I've seen it.
I own a 2014 tC and love it I use it as a daily driver and it's good for the city and good for when I want to dust those crapy civics
Its a tc lmao, both tcs and civis are slow just stay in your lane and stop tryna follow the bigboys
@@rickytrevino8281 Love you some BigBoys don't ya...
@@kramnull8962 I am the bigboy
@@rickytrevino8281 Yeah, your roundabout chair gets on 2 wheels alot...
@@kramnull8962 Youll be on 2 wheels once im done with that tight behind
since driving style matters, this car is pretty fast considering the same people got the same 7.4 second 0-60 in the nismo juke which is turbo with 197hp. the tc got the same number with 179 hp.
1:09-1:13 $2,965 for the automatic transmission version, shit ill save myself $17,000!
6 speed manual is best way to go.
Really great review, I was trying to see if Top Gear covered this car and stumbled on your review. Aside, from the theatrics and entertainment they tend to offer, your review was very informative and seemed comprehensive, keep it up!
Love my tC, what more could you want in a car? Reliable Toyota engine, peppy 180hp 2.5l, awesome sound system, great resale value, responsive handling, huge cargo space, the ability to seat 4 adults comfortably, a satisfying exhaust note, and to top it all off - the price. I bought my 2016 with push start/keyless entry 50k miles for $11,700.
I'm coming from a lease on a 2017 cruze hatchback w/ a 1.7l turbo. I have no equity coming out of the lease. Moving to the tC I'm getting a much better car with cheaper payments, all of the same features, more power, and I'll actually have around $9,000 equity when my 36 months are up. A better deal in every regard.
I've been considering this as my next car, I currently drive a 91 Celica and it still runs fine. Toyota's were made to last. This is basically a modern Celica anyway so it shouldn't be a big transition.
But I'd have to get leather seat covers, that fabric doesn't look good.
Wow thanks. This was a truly valuable review. I recently had a civics ctv transmission sedan but I have been considering changing over to a Scion TC coupe.
At 1:10 he said $2,965 for the automatic transmission model instead of $20,965.
Wow. If only it was that cheap.
I got one recently and I love it so far.
It looks like scion spend more time in the designs from the outside than in the details from the inside
I own a 2005 scion tc with 257,000 miles apprx. and let me tell you these cars are tough. The 2014 looks great and its well balanced. Will buy another TC in the near future. Good video.
They stopped making them in 2016.I have a 2014 & I Love Her.
I just bought a 2015 model in metallic grey fully loaded with a manual trans. It looks sporty, drives well, gets decent mpg with toyota reliability. How could you go wrong for 20k? The plastic interior also isn't really that bad. It's actually easier to clean.
I love the scion buying model. Choose manual or auto then dealer install all the options you want. No overpriced bundles, just get the options you're looking for. I wish more brands were sold this way.
i have a 2014 and i love it! mpg could be a little better but other than that it's great. pretty quick and nimble for being a FWD 4 cylinder. can't forget about the legendary reliability too
It depends on your body shape. I use a 6'5 co-worker, jam him in the seat and see how he fits and what he complains about.
I have a 2012 tC and I love it. the gas MPG is only about 27/28 which isn't too bad. it's got some power for the size of its engine. seats are comfy. trunk is roomy. back seats fold and the back seats also recline backwards a few inches which create more room. Not too fond of the new rims and the new front end of the car.
I like how he explained everything about the back seat & the entire time I’m thinking “I’m putting the back seats down to make it 2 seater anyway” 😂
Forgot to mention the frs requires premium fuel, great video though! I'm waiting for one more refresh then it shall be perfect!
Braaapson Riding this is under rated comment
As a matter of fact we will. We will see it in person next Wednesday at a launch event and should have the video live about a week later (assuming that Mazda doesn't make us abide by an NDA for a specific release date).
10:42 Gay Cruise?
lol... I noticed that too... :)
Never heard of The Village People? or did you think it was straight themed music?
Noticed it to and came to the comments section to see if anybody else did lol
I like the tC, you should also check out the soon-to-be-released Kia Forte Koup. The Civic is less exciting than the tC and the Civic Si is more capable, but the Si is manual transmission only.
PLS make some CORRECTIONS on your Review! Honda Civic Si ONLY COME with Manual Transmission! Honda never Offered the Si with an Automatic transmission and it is also 6 speed manual!
I now own a 2014 sti ..I still have my 2008 tc with 253,000 miles with stock clutch that I will replace soon.. other than oil change and rotors n brake pads change at 150k .. these cars are awesome.. nj strong !!! bought it new .. cant complain..
1st gen will always be the real Tc
That was Kings Mountain Road near Woodside, CA
Best review of the new TC I have seen, Thank for doing it!
easily the best review I have ever seen. Thank you! But i am torn between the 2014 civic and the 2014 tc...
Really good car... Main reason I got it, it's under 20k my insurance is 90$ the gas is amazing I get 26mpg... I would recommend this to college students... I know you want to drive a camaro or evo and get ass ... But just think about about it can I afford it... I really wanted an evo and frs but couldn't afford it with the insurance
Ernie Sanchez i get the same mpg on my 328i
@@RagingBad Oh yea? And Insurance? Reliability?
Rashad, the Stranger yea, for me is cheap, and I maintain my car very well so...
@@RagingBad So...the point is that it's not about you. And let's be real, many more Toyotas out there meaning many more people not maintaining them. Yet we don't hear about those cars having any major issues. Less BMW's on the road yet they're money pits. So...
Rashad, the Stranger I don't give a shit about boring Toyotas, I can afford having a BMW, if it breaks it's covered by warranty, you don't buy BMW's for transportation only, that's what Toyotas are for
Thank you for this awesome review. It helps me to have a better understand of this 2014 Scion tC. Good job!
Love this car in cement gray.
I have the monogram version and everywhere there is cloth padding, it is leather and it has Alot more padding compare to the cloth version
Great review minus the misconception that the Civic Si can be purchased in an automatic. It is 6 speed manual only and always has been. The 5 speed auto is only for the 140hp regular Civic. I have a 2012 Si and my wife just got this 2014 TC in the same color as the video with automatic. Both are great cars, my Si is no doubt faster with more head room, but the TC looks better with tons of trunk space. The 2 door TC also has just as much rear leg room as my 4 door Si. Can't go wrong either way.
lol he said $ 2965 at 1:10 .
I just bought the 2014 Tc in blue, it is good on gas, very peppy/good torque in all gears, handles good/sporty unlike fwd car.
The best auto review I've ever watched! Thanks Alex!
Would love to play with one of these one day. A secondary weekend car would be nice.
Love these cars. Would definately get one if I didn't need a truck
I'm in my 5th year of ownership (manual), love taking it out on twisty roads.
Max oobbxxx Hey man! i love this cars and I’m looking into buying one, Is it reliable? How good has yours been? Thanks haha
i thought the civic Si only came in 6sp manual. what's he talking about?
I think he meant the reg Civic when he spoke of the automatic transmission, we all know the Si has only manual trans.
Really thorough and honest review. Good job
As I always tell folks, spend time in the seat before you buy because like seats, people are built differently and what is comfortable for someone can be painful for another.
Civic si is not offered with an automatic. And it isn't a 5speed manual, it a 6speed manual.
No, you heard that right and it is incorrect, the Si is not available with an automatic. I was tripping over my own brain when discussing the Civic vs tC vs Civic Si and it sounded too strange to edit that sucker out.
I'm not feeling the interior what's w the plastics..... N I have an 06 tc n my drivers arm rest is also like that but worst n idk y
I was going to say it looks like Santa Cruz Mtn roads until I saw the Pioneer Hotel situated on 84. I commuted 9 to 84 daily in a '91 Suzuki Swift GT, super fun!
One of the best reviewers on UA-cam
You're joking. All his reviews, the numbers are off and he just talks to hear his voice. He knows nothing.
Not quite as wide on the other side, but yes, it was still a problem there as well.
I must say, for a Yank, you did an excellent review. The Scion TC is quite a car, and the biggest bang for the buck. I would not say the Civic Si is more fun to drive, but it is geared more for high school girls. The Honda Civic Si(ssy) is a feminine car, but a reliable car. If my son bought a Civic, I would question his masculinity, but if my daughter bought a Civic, that would be fine. The TC is a high performance front driver, and a good choice for anyone, for any reason.
wish Toyota would just go back to making an XRS version of the Corolla with the bigger high output engine stuck in there. The interior of this Scion is just hideous when compared to a lower priced Corolla!
Just purchased a 2014 TC, was disappointed to see their is no backup camera equipped which I found odd...always after market I guess.
begley09 + Do you have the Navigation package?
Fid LaF nah but I do Iove this car.
I'm thinking of buying one next year just because they have a larger 4 cylinder and they use the reliable Camry engine.
Got myself an Absolutely Red Monogram Series tC with TRD lowering springs yesterday....love it! Way better than the Veloster Turbo and the Civic Coupe
Sure. It's fun, looks decent and is likely to be very reliable.
Great review layout on your videos! Keep it up!
Would you recommend this as my first car
Yes
@@theshield2207 thanks
@@Sancheezy323 lol did you actually get it?🤣
@@theshield2207 I did for two years. It was a great car but I moved on.
Wasn't expecting such a great review. Awesome job.
For $1200 dollars you can upgrade the stereo to one with touchscren and sattelite navigation and upgrade the speakers(I'm talking about aftermarket parts, of course).
Unless I mis-heard, you mentioned in your comparison a Honda Si automatic, which doesn't exist. Si is offered only in manual.
This was a very helpful review! Thank you!
honda doesn't make an automatic si. the tc and the frs are about the same as far as acceleration wise if you've ever driven them. the frs takes off at high rpm and the tc has a smooth power delivery all the way through the power band. both cars are very fun to drive, the si too.
1:09 only $2,965 for the automatic version? I'll take it!
Hi Alex, what is your opinion about the rear visibility in the TC? Does it really have a cheap interior, or is it just simple? Does the horsepower improve substantially with the TRD performance air intake? Did you like the regular manual shifter? Keep up the good work!
All I see is people comparing this car to a civic Si. They are not in the same class! The Si is a performance version of a civic. The tC is a base model vehicle a fair comparison would be the civic ex which is Hondas base model. If you compare the tC to every one of its base model competitors it destroys what they have to offer. Prime example the civic ex offers a 140HP standard the tC 180HP. The tC does 0-60 in 6.9 seconds, yea It's not fast put that's right on par with a Veloster Turbo which is not only 250lbs lighter than a tC but has a 20HP and 22FT-LBS torque advantage. A true comparison to the Si is the FRS.
@MADdaDJ, yes, it is pure Japanese Toyota. The engine is the same as the Camry. Good car. Scion/Toyota are #1 rated by Consumer Reports as far as reliability.
The only bad thing about the new 3 is the lack of rear trunk space for a hatchback
I plan on buying the tc for my next car. I have an 09 corolla now, but I wanted something faster with a bigger engine. Also with the right mods, you can easily put out over 200hp on the tc. I the only things I don't like about it is the dash. Other than that I love the car.
He is saying the Honda Civic Si has a 5 speed automatic. As far as I know the Civic Si has a 6 speed manual and doesn't come in automatic. The Scion TC is more comparable to the Kia Forte coupe or Civic EX ( which by the way comes with an automatic transmission) not the Civic Si.
Good video. I did not know all the details of the current TC. I feel for the money and features the Elantra Coupe is better buy if driven as a daily drive and not a track car. The Civic Si is more exciting to drive but I agree I do not like the looks on the outside as much as the TC but the interior of the TC looks cheap.
I have an 09' tC and I love it to death! However, I've been peeping at this tC due to the fact that my neighbor has one in all white and it looks stunning. Been thinking about upgrading to the new model and I just may! Any previous tC owners (05-10 models). Eventually, I will test drive the new model but I want to hear the good and the bad from actual consumers to help me make a good purchase.
Nathan C Clemons Yeah I drove a cement monogram 14 not too long ago, and then I found myself eyeing this beautiful White 14 FR-S. Long story short, after test driving both I am looking into getting the FR-S! Just suits my needs a little more and I really love the styling. Still love the tC though..thanks for the feedback fellow Scion owner :)
Nathan C Clemons You've made a wise decision..chose a car that's sporty, yet it can still haul the family around. I read you loud and clear! White FR-S it is haha
The civic SI doesn't have a 5-speed automatic. Where are you getting your facts from? I'm sorry but I don't see how the tc and fr-s can be compared together. If someone is looking at the scion tc there is no way they'd be looking at the fr-s and vice versa. Normally your reviews are good, informative, and helpful but this one was not. Not trying to be mean just providing some constructive criticism.
good value for a fun car
Toyota needs to get rid of this and bring back the Celica
I have the 09' model, and the only thing I like about the new model is the steering wheel and the headlights..lol. Of course the increased HP on this model. Nice car
Recent head to head test on the fast lane car, the tC was actually quicker in a straight line drag race than the FR-S! There is no replacement for displacement!
Yeah more torque. .. frs is overpriced 30k for 200hp I got a quote on insurance 270 a month... Tc is much better... It has more room in the back
JR Sanchez +1 to that, the FRS is great, I've driven one, a helluva lot of fun, but the tc is much more practical for daily use, plus in the aftermarket you can easily make it much better especially in handling, for $500 you can have almost the same handling as an FRS just by getting springs and sway bars and pretty much eliminating almost all body roll
Tim Irizarry i actually loved the frs i just couldn't afford it at the time but now i have a much better job i was thinking about trading in my 14rs tc... I got my tc for a great price around 23,000 paying 400 a month
JR Sanchez If you truly need practicality then stick with the TC. I have the FR-S and I don't regret it once, love the hell out of it. When I was shopping around I thought the FR-S/BRZ were fairly priced. The V6 Mustang/Camaro are only approximately $1,500 cheaper and sure you get a little more power but handling and feel were worlds apart. A 6 speed Miata actually had a higher MSRP than the MT FR-S and the Genesis Coupe was more expensive in any trim I checked out. The only other RWD sports car I didn't go price check was the 370Z since the MSRP listed online is much higher and is only a 2 seater. The FR-S/BRZ has a good amount of practicality when you compare it to a Miata/S2000/370Z.
Hakeem Al-Kazak well i really want to trade my car in for something fun i just got a good job and i see the frs like everyday fixed up and i love it... I love camaros might look into those
I love my 2015 scion tc. Fun to ride and 85 % prime up even a BMW driver checking my car out
How is the car stereo? Does it pack a punch?
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With 8 stock speakers sound better then most cars such as a Civics or a WRX even a F-rs and also Brz can't beat it but I added an Amp with 12" sub.
Love my 15 XB manual l.
Just bought me one today same color luv it!
And about that road , my TC hatch booth love to bring my marinoni and the marinoni want to ride that road , where is it?
One thing I appreciate from most Toyota cars is that they have a minimum amount of buttons on the steering wheels. I'm currently renting a Mazda3 and can't stand how they have so many buttons on the steering wheel with 6 of those buttons just for cruise control so unnecessary
How is the gas mileage on a 2014 and how does the car/engine hold up? Is it going to be in the shop all the time? It's 2015 but I'm thinking about buying slightly used 2014
-> Excellent video! But one question thou...
...where is that twisty road you've driven!? That looks like very fun to drive at, and a perfect case for the tC test you've done!
Best review i came across about this car thanks good job
is the exterior and interior the same as 2015? is 2014 and 2015 the same look wise ?
Great review and extremely informative, keep it up!
You can't buy a Civic Si with an automatic. That isn't an option. Manual only.
I like the 3 way separate speaker setup.
Fantastic review. Very knowledgeable.
ummm, the Civic SI is only available with a 6-speed manual. The 5-speed automatics are only available on the lesser Civics.
Like most FWD cars it shouldn't be bad.
I really like this car. Yeah the interior maybr a little bland but hey, it's a $20,000 car. I hate when other car in this price range try to cover up the fact that it's an inexpensive car with fake wood and cheap leather all over. It's not trying to hide what it is, because in the end if you had more money to spend on a car you wouldn't be looking here anyway.
with how strict laws are getting with driving all the apps and stuff that come with the $1200 option are probably not going to be allowed to use while driving. so if you cant use the apps when moving your basically paying $1200 for a nav system when you could buy a good external one for $300, doesnt seem worth it to me. your thoughts?
Great job, Alex!
I thought it was a very good review. Hope you keep up the good work.
My Wife and I are looking a getting a second car. We just bought a ford escape so we really just want a fun little car to drive around the city in. Do you think this would be the better choice over the Civic or Forte. PS is has to be automatic for the wife
I plan on getting this car also you recommend it for my first car? I'm a fairly new driver.
You should show the differences between 2014 Mazda3 and 2014 scion tc
Is there a way to import one of these to Australia?