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2008 Scion XB MotorTrend Family Car of the YEAR!!!!
02-10-2008 | 12:23 AM
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2008 Scion XB MotorTrend Family Car of the YEAR!!!!
WoW, I just saw Motorweek and they anounced MotorTrend's Family Car of the Year.
2008 Scion XB. They called it "still QUIRKY" and 'boxy' . Did you next genoration owners see that on public television? Someone post up the article.
2008 Scion XB. They called it "still QUIRKY" and 'boxy' . Did you next genoration owners see that on public television? Someone post up the article.
02-10-2008 | 01:07 AM
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oh wow thats awesome! i guess i'm going to be making a good buy then... i know one of the car rating places gave the cadilac cts car of the year... who would have guessed?
http://www.motortrend.com/oftheyear/..._cadillac_cts/
saying its 2008 car of the year caddy cts??? maybe the xB is in a different category?
http://www.motortrend.com/oftheyear/..._cadillac_cts/
saying its 2008 car of the year caddy cts??? maybe the xB is in a different category?
02-10-2008 | 01:13 AM
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02-10-2008 | 10:29 AM
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"to steering wheel switch-gear" really first I've heard? Nice to know I've been thinkin of addin another xB to the family lineup maybe in a year or so Im happy with my 1stGen but dont trust the back seat for babies.
02-10-2008 | 09:07 PM
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MotorWeek Honors Scion xB as 2008 Drivers’ Choice “Best of the Year”
Scion xB’s versatility and value appeal to the young and young at heart;
GM recognized for pioneering technology giving full size vehicles functionality and fuel efficiency
Chicago, IL – 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.
GM’s Tahoe and Yukon won “Best Large Utility,” but also proved bigger can be better -- and greener -- by also taking top honors as “Best Eco-Friendly” for their new hybrid models. It is the first time in MotorWeek history that a large utility has won in both categories. “GM should be commended for putting hybrid systems where they belong, in the biggest vehicles that use the most fuel,” said Davis. “GM’s two-mode hybrid system improves fuel economy by up to 30%, without compromising performance or utility.”
GM also swept the “Best Crossover Utility” category with newcomer Buick Enclave and repeat winners GMC Acadia and Saturn Outlook, demonstrating that domestic automakers still dominate the large vehicle market. MotorWeek also recognized GM’s successful efforts to take on the Europeans. With its power, sharp styling and amazing interior quality, the Cadillac CTS captured the title of “Best Sport Sedan.”
Import brands maintained their supremacy in the family and luxury car segments. MotorWeek awarded first place honors to the Honda Accord as “Best Family Sedan,” the Nissan Rogue as “Best Small Utility,” and the Scion xB as “Best Small Car”. Mercedes-Benz’s redesigned C-Class did not disappoint, taking the “Best Luxury Sedan” category. A trio of rare import brands won as “Best Dream Machine,” Audi R8, Bentley Continental GT Speed and Lexus LS 600h L.
Capturing the essence of the Drivers’ Choice Awards, the Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Caravan shared top honors as “Best Minivan.” “With a new seating system, more entertainment options and more space, they’ve got everything a minivan should have, plus a couple of things that are unexpected. That’s what we’re looking for with these awards,” said Davis.
The annual MotorWeek Drivers’ Choice Awards are unique for their consumer focus and represent the definitive list of best automotive picks for a range of lifestyles. This year, a team of 15 judges, comprised of the writers, producers and staff of MotorWeek evaluated more than 150 cars and trucks. Decisions are based on performance, technology, practicality and dollar value. The resulting 14 categories reflect the most popular vehicle segments, and the winners represent what MotorWeek considers to be the best in each class.
Drivers’ Choice Awards Individual Categories:
Best Small Car - Scion xB
Best Family Sedan - Honda Accord
Best Minivan - Dodge Grand Caravan/Chrysler Town & Country
Best Convertible - Chrysler Sebring Convertible
Best Luxury Sedan - Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Best Sport Sedan - Cadillac CTS
Best Sport Coupe - Infiniti G37
Best Performance Car - Volkswagen R32
Best Small Utility - Nissan Rogue
Best Large Utility - Chevrolet Tahoe/GMC Yukon
Best Crossover Utility - Buick Enclave/GMC Acadia/Saturn Outlook
Best Pickup Truck - Ford F-Series Super Duty
Best Eco-Friendly - Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid/GMC Yukon Hybrid
Best Dream Machine - Audi R8/Bentley Continental GT Speed/Lexus LS 600h L
MotorWeek, the original television automotive magazine series, is one of the nation’s leading sources for automotive industry news, new car information and driving entertainment. The award-winning series, seen nationwide on PBS, PBS HD, SPEED and V-me, is sponsored by Cars.com, Valvoline and Goodyear. The weekly series is produced by Maryland Public Television. For more information on MotorWeek and the Drivers’ Choice Awards, visit
Scion xB’s versatility and value appeal to the young and young at heart;
GM recognized for pioneering technology giving full size vehicles functionality and fuel efficiency
Chicago, IL – 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.
GM’s Tahoe and Yukon won “Best Large Utility,” but also proved bigger can be better -- and greener -- by also taking top honors as “Best Eco-Friendly” for their new hybrid models. It is the first time in MotorWeek history that a large utility has won in both categories. “GM should be commended for putting hybrid systems where they belong, in the biggest vehicles that use the most fuel,” said Davis. “GM’s two-mode hybrid system improves fuel economy by up to 30%, without compromising performance or utility.”
GM also swept the “Best Crossover Utility” category with newcomer Buick Enclave and repeat winners GMC Acadia and Saturn Outlook, demonstrating that domestic automakers still dominate the large vehicle market. MotorWeek also recognized GM’s successful efforts to take on the Europeans. With its power, sharp styling and amazing interior quality, the Cadillac CTS captured the title of “Best Sport Sedan.”
Import brands maintained their supremacy in the family and luxury car segments. MotorWeek awarded first place honors to the Honda Accord as “Best Family Sedan,” the Nissan Rogue as “Best Small Utility,” and the Scion xB as “Best Small Car”. Mercedes-Benz’s redesigned C-Class did not disappoint, taking the “Best Luxury Sedan” category. A trio of rare import brands won as “Best Dream Machine,” Audi R8, Bentley Continental GT Speed and Lexus LS 600h L.
Capturing the essence of the Drivers’ Choice Awards, the Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Caravan shared top honors as “Best Minivan.” “With a new seating system, more entertainment options and more space, they’ve got everything a minivan should have, plus a couple of things that are unexpected. That’s what we’re looking for with these awards,” said Davis.
The annual MotorWeek Drivers’ Choice Awards are unique for their consumer focus and represent the definitive list of best automotive picks for a range of lifestyles. This year, a team of 15 judges, comprised of the writers, producers and staff of MotorWeek evaluated more than 150 cars and trucks. Decisions are based on performance, technology, practicality and dollar value. The resulting 14 categories reflect the most popular vehicle segments, and the winners represent what MotorWeek considers to be the best in each class.
Drivers’ Choice Awards Individual Categories:
Best Small Car - Scion xB
Best Family Sedan - Honda Accord
Best Minivan - Dodge Grand Caravan/Chrysler Town & Country
Best Convertible - Chrysler Sebring Convertible
Best Luxury Sedan - Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Best Sport Sedan - Cadillac CTS
Best Sport Coupe - Infiniti G37
Best Performance Car - Volkswagen R32
Best Small Utility - Nissan Rogue
Best Large Utility - Chevrolet Tahoe/GMC Yukon
Best Crossover Utility - Buick Enclave/GMC Acadia/Saturn Outlook
Best Pickup Truck - Ford F-Series Super Duty
Best Eco-Friendly - Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid/GMC Yukon Hybrid
Best Dream Machine - Audi R8/Bentley Continental GT Speed/Lexus LS 600h L
MotorWeek, the original television automotive magazine series, is one of the nation’s leading sources for automotive industry news, new car information and driving entertainment. The award-winning series, seen nationwide on PBS, PBS HD, SPEED and V-me, is sponsored by Cars.com, Valvoline and Goodyear. The weekly series is produced by Maryland Public Television. For more information on MotorWeek and the Drivers’ Choice Awards, visit
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