Click above for a high-res gallery of the Scion xD Release Series 1.0.
Scion seems to release more limited-edition models than we have fingers and toes to count, and it's continuing that tradition this June with the xD Release Series 1.0.
Scion's attempt to differentiate the xD RS 1.0 from its staid siblings includes a Hot Lava paint job, a DAMD four-piece body kit and a rear spoiler. The magma-themed exterior works its way inside with color-matching trim and seat inserts, while a RAZO shift knob, TRD lowering springs and model-specific wheel covers (wheel covers, really?) round out the poser package.
Scion is limiting production of the xD RS 1.0 to 2,000 units with an MSRP set at $1,999 over the standard xD's $14,550 base price (not including the $640 destination charge).
PRESS RELEASE
Scion Announces Pricing For Limited Edition xD Release Series 1.0
May 16, 2008 - Torrance, CA - Scion announced today that the third limited-production Scion for 2008, the xD Release Series 1.0 (xD RS 1.0), will be available at dealer showrooms beginning in June.
The 2008 xD RS 1.0 features Hot Lava exterior paint. This first limited edition xD will turn heads with a DAMD body kit, rear spoiler, Release Series wheel covers and TRD lowering springs. Inside, the xD RS 1.0 will feature Hot Lava accented seats and interior trim, and a RAZO Release Series shift knob. Like all Release Series vehicles, an individually numbered badge completes the uniqueness of this vehicle.
Only 2,000 units of the xD RS 1.0 will be built. The xD RS 1.0 model will carry a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $1,999 over the base price of the xD. The manual transmission xD carries a base MSRP of $14,550, while the MSRP for the automatic transmission model is $15,350.
The delivery, processing and handling (DPH) fee for all Scion models is $620 and is not included in the MSRP. DPH fees for vehicles distributed by Southeast Toyota (SET) and Gulf States Toyota (GST) may vary.
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
tekman94 @ May 16th 2008 4:39PM
Well, thats cool. It's probably just a more sporty version of the Yaris.
Pluton @ May 16th 2008 4:44PM
Did you just say "Sporty" & "Yaris" in hte same sentence? I forgive you.
Joe K. @ May 16th 2008 4:53PM
If by "more sporty" you mean "not at all related to" then you're close. The xD does have the dual VVTi 1.8L not the Single VVTi 1.5L from the Yaris. It seems like a decent value, much better than its boxed sibling that is too big for being a fun little box...
tekman94 @ May 16th 2008 6:38PM
i meant, a yaris just more power and more accessories.
Farris @ May 16th 2008 4:45PM
Lowest.Cost.Limited-Edition.Car.EVER.
1337 @ May 18th 2008 1:36AM
Yeah, it's a collector car on the cheap! It'll be worth like 500 grand someday, so i'd better buy two!
WestSiderRider @ May 16th 2008 4:52PM
Wheel covers?! C'mon Scion/Toyota, that is bogus.
I just had to second the poster's indignation.
mikomi @ May 16th 2008 4:55PM
Why not? I would love it if I had the option of getting wheel covers with any trim level on any vehicle purchase, that gives me the benefit of saving some money to spend on new wheels.
Aprime @ May 16th 2008 9:52PM
I personally love the way GM does it with the new Malibu, they pretty much put fake alloy/aluminum wheels on the base model (shaped steel rims with silver covers, genius.)
seanhandy07 @ May 21st 2008 10:33PM
yes wheel covers cause generic rims are for posers. REAL car enthusiasts dont settle for crapper dealer rims that are gay
John P. @ May 16th 2008 4:54PM
I'd rather drive a 2009 Focus. I do like the color though.
gary @ May 18th 2008 12:22PM
Did you just compare the Ford Focus to a Toyota product? I guess resale value, and dependability/reliability is not a factor you, when buying a car.
mikomi @ May 16th 2008 5:03PM
Well, it is a cohesive styling touch to the car with the magma red and matching interior trimming but maybe $1,499, but definitely not $1,999.
As for the wheel covers, I see it as a two-way street. I can see why people would say it's "bogus" and I totally agree, it is "limited". But in the past I have wished for an option for covered wheels to save some money to spend on after market wheels.
djSyndrome @ May 16th 2008 5:12PM
Might want to check those prices.
http://www.scion.com/#xD
catgirlshyla @ May 16th 2008 5:20PM
Where's the RWD option Toyota? Huh?
4agze @ May 16th 2008 5:44PM
scion are for ricers
tc owner @ May 16th 2008 6:08PM
as apposed to the millions of honda ricers out there? And lets not even get started on the neons.
Bungle @ May 17th 2008 2:38AM
...says the person with the AE86 avatar.
JasonH @ May 16th 2008 6:07PM
Autoblog can never get the prices right on the Scion Release Series cars.
manual MSRP $14,550 + RS 1.0 $1,999 + $620 delivery = $17,169
auto MSRP $15,350 + RS 1.0 $1,999 + $620 delivery = $17,969
Damon Lavrinc @ May 16th 2008 6:35PM
Been corrected. Thanks.