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2005 Scion tC MPG & fuel economy

The 2005 Scion tC is a subcompact car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 23 MPG combined (20 city / 27 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 22 to 23 MPG. Among 45 subcompact cars rated for 2005, it ranks 10th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,022 a year to fuel.

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Combined 23 MPG 20 MPG city · 27 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,022 15,000 mi/yr · $13.48 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2005 #10 of 45 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2005 Scion tC's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 11.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City208.511.8
Highway2711.58.7
Combined239.810.2

How it ranks among 2005 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1Scion xA30 MPG $1,550
  2. 2Volkswagen Beetle Diesel35 MPG $1,586
  3. 3Toyota Celica28 MPG $1,661
  4. 4Acura RSX26 MPG $1,788
  5. 5Chevrolet Cobalt25 MPG $1,860
  6. 10Scion tC23 MPG $2,022
  7. 45Maserati Coupe and Gransport12 MPG $4,938
2005 tCOther subcompact carsClass median: $3,118/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

tC MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
tC		 Gas 20 MPG 27 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
FWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
tC		 Gas 19 MPG 27 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.4L 4-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
85 cu ft
Cargo volume
13 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
386 g/mi

2005 Scion tC vs. rivals

vs Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Hyundai Tiburon 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Cobalt 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Cobalt saves $162/yr vs Ford Mustang 20 MPG · $2,325/yr tC saves $303/yr vs Volkswagen Beetle 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Beetle saves $84/yr vs Mitsubishi Eclipse 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs MINI Cooper 28 MPG · $2,116/yr tC saves $94/yr vs Volkswagen Beetle Diesel 35 MPG · $1,586/yr Beetle Diesel saves $436/yr vs Mazda RX-8 18 MPG · $3,292/yr tC saves $1,270/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2005 Scion tC?

Up to 23 MPG combined (20 city / 27 highway); ratings range from 22 to 23 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2005 Scion tC use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2005 Scion tC?

The 2005 Scion tC's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 11.5 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2005 Scion tC per year?

About $2,022 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $13.48 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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