2016 · Compact Car · Gas
2016 Scion tC MPG & fuel economy
The 2016 Scion tC is a compact car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 26 MPG combined (23 city / 30 highway) on regular gasoline. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2015 model. Among 51 compact cars rated for 2016, it ranks 28th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,788 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2016 Scion tC's fuel average is 11.1 km/L (9.0 L/100 km), or 26 MPG combined: 9.8 km/L in the city and 12.8 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 23 | 9.8 | 10.2 |
| Highway | 30 | 12.8 | 7.8 |
| Combined | 26 | 11.1 | 9.0 |
How it ranks among 2016 Compact Cars
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tC MPG across model years
Full history →2 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual tC |
Gas | 23 MPG | 30 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $1,788 |
| FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic tC |
Gas | 23 MPG | 30 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $1,788 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 2.5L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 6-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Passenger volume
- 90 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 15 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 342 g/mi
- EPA fuel economy score
- 6/10
- EPA greenhouse gas score
- 6/10
2016 Scion tC vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2016 Scion tC?
Up to 26 MPG combined (23 city / 30 highway).
What fuel does the 2016 Scion tC use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2016 Scion tC?
The 2016 Scion tC's fuel average is 11.1 km/L (9.0 L/100 km), or 26 MPG combined: 9.8 km/L in the city and 12.8 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 Scion tC per year?
About $1,788 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $11.92 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.