2023 Scion iM

The 2023 Scion iM is a five-passenger hatchback offered in a well-appointed trim level. The Scion iM is packed with features, but its performance, comfort, and convenience shortcomings are too hard to overlook. Most other compact hatchbacks will be better options. It shares its underpinnings with the Toyota Corolla, and while it’s more engaging to drive than its popular sibling, it falls far short of the best compact hatchbacks. Performance is a contributing factor.

The iM is not only considerably slower than its rivals, but it is also virtually tied for being the slowest in its class. At the same time, the fuel economy is cheap but comparatively ordinary. The standard features include 17-inch alloy wheels, LED running lights, automatic headlights, power-folding heated mirrors, fully electric accessories, keyless ignition and entry, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a tilt-and-telescoping column with a padded seat in leather.

Scion iM interior

Scion iM Hatchback

Inside, the buyer can find an Upgraded steering wheel, cruise control functionality, 60/40 split-folding rear seats, rearview camera, Bluetooth, phone and audio connectivity, a 7-inch touchscreen, and a six-speaker stereo with HD radio, Aha streaming Internet radio, and USB interface. Available options include a navigation system, interior ambient lighting, and various sporty body enhancements. Also available are TRD (Toyota Racing Development) performance upgrades that have an air cleaner, stiffer rocker, lowering bars, and springs.

Scion iM Interior

The  Scion Toyota iM has a nice interior for the class, with some good quality materials and attractive styling. There is seating for five. The front seats have more than enough room for tall occupants, but the rear seats are cramped for adults. The iM comes with some impressive features that aren’t standard on many rivals, including a 7-inch touchscreen, a Pioneer stereo, and a rearview camera. The touchscreen responds quickly to input, and the stereo produces great sound quality.

2023 Scion iM Car

Taller drivers will have plenty of headroom and legroom, though a little more telescopic reach on the steering wheel would be appreciated. The rear seat isn’t as welcoming, as there’s simply enough head and leg room that it falls below average for the segment. Cargo capacity is also slightly smaller than other hatchbacks in this class, with just 20.8 cubic feet available behind the rear seats. But the cargo area is usefully spacious, and the vertical hatch provides improved space for bulkier items. Forward visibility is good thanks to a swept-back windshield and narrow roof pillars, but the small rear hatch window is tiny and forces heavy reliance on the rear-view camera. There are no available blind spot mirrors or warning systems, or any other driver warning systems.

Scion iM Engine

The Scion iM is powered by a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 137 horsepower and 126 pound-feet of torque. It drives the front wheels through a standard six-speed manual transmission or a discretionary consistently factor transmission (CVT). In performance testing, a CVT-equipped iM went from zero to 60 mph in 10 seconds, making it one of the slowest in the segment and well off the pace. EPA estimates fuel economy at 31 combined mpg (27 city/36 highway) for the manual and 32 combined mpg (28 city/37 highway) for the CVT. These figures are good, but the main rivals are even more thrifty.

Scion iM Safety

Standard safety features for the Scion iM include antilock disc brakes, traction and stability control, front-seat side airbags, side curtain airbags, a driver’s knee airbag, and a driver’s knee airbag. air in the front passenger seat cushion. In the brake test, a Toyota iM stopped from 60 mph at an average of 122 feet in its class. To secure child safety seats, the Scion iM comes with three tether anchors and two sets of lower anchors. The Scion iM is expected to be one of the most reliable compact cars you can buy from the current model year.