2013 Scion tC vs. 2014 Scion tC
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2013 Scion tC and 2014 Scion tC contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2013 Scion tC and the 2014 Scion tC.
When comparing the 2013 Scion tC's and the 2014 Scion tC's specifications and ratings, the 2013 Scion tC has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 2013 Scion tC and 2014 Scion tC have the same fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2013 Scion tC's and the 2014 Scion tC's specifications and ratings, the 2013 Scion tC is a better car than the 2014 Scion tC.
Pricing: A used 2013 Scion tC ranges from $5,912 to $14,498 while a used 2014 Scion tC is priced between $7,852 to $16,020.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2013 Scion tC’s base engine makes 180 horsepower, and the 2014 Scion tC base engine makes 179 horsepower. Both the tC and the tC are rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$18,725
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$19,210
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$10,029
Price Range:
$5,912 - $14,498
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
27
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
115,898
# Good or Great Deals:
8
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$11,532
Price Range:
$7,852 - $16,020
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
42
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
110,266
# Good or Great Deals:
16
Scion tC Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Scion tC Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2013 Scion tC
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2014 Scion tC
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
1
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
21.1%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.8
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Scion tC Rankings
Not yet available
Scion tC Rankings
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2013 Scion tC Trim Levels
Base, Release Series 8.0
2014 Scion tC Trim Levels
10 Series, Base, Monogram
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 25000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
180 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
173 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
179 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
172 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
334 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
334 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.1 inches
Cargo Space:
14.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
88.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.1 inches
Cargo Space:
14.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
88.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3070 lbs
Width:
70.7 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
174 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3082 lbs
Width:
70.7 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
174 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Nautical Blue Metallic
Gray
Cement / Magnetic Gray Metallic
Red
Sizzling Crimson Mica
Silver
Classic Silver Metallic
White
Super White
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue Streak Metallic
Gray
Cement / Magnetic Gray Metallic
Red
Absolutely Red
Silver
Classic Silver Metallic
White
Super White
Interior Colors
Black
Dark Charcoal
Interior Colors
Black
Dark Charcoal
