2016 Scion tC Specs: MPG, Gas Mileage, Engine Size & Dimensions
2016 Scion tC Specs at a Glance
The 2016 Scion tC gets 26 mpg combined on the 2.5L Front-Wheel Drive configuration, weighs 3,036 lbs, measures 176.8 in long. Every figure below comes from EPA, NHTSA, or manufacturer published data — no estimates.
- Combined MPG
- 26 mpg (23 city / 30 hwy)
- Best configuration: 2.5L · Front-Wheel Drive · Automatic (S6)
- Engine
- 2.5L 4-cyl
- 2.5L · Front-Wheel Drive · Automatic (S6)
- Curb weight
- 3,036 lbs
- Heaviest recorded configuration: tC 2 DR HATCHBACK
- Length
- 176.8 in · 70.9 in wide · 55.9 in tall
- Wheelbase
- 106.3 in
2016 Scion tC trims and MPG
| Trim | Engine | Trans | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 · 2.5L | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 30 | 26 |
| Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 · 2.5L | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 30 | 26 |
Detailed Specifications
MPG & Fuel Economy
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Fuel Cost for every year and trim
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View details →Dimensions & Size
Dimensions for every year and trim
View details →Curb Weight
Curb Weight for every year and trim
View details →Scion tC — All Years Overview
| Year | Trim | Engine | Trans | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 · 2.5L | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 30 | 26 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2016 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 · 2.5L | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 30 | 26 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2015 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 · 2.5L | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 30 | 26 | Regular Gasoline |
| 2015 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 · 2.5L | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 | 30 | 26 | Regular Gasoline |
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Scion tC — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Scion tC?
The Scion tC is EPA-rated at up to 26 MPG combined (23 city / 30 highway).
What engine does the 2016 Scion tC have?
The Scion tC uses a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine paired with an Automatic transmission.
What years of the Scion tC are covered here?
This page documents 4 verified Scion tC configurations across model years 2015–2016.
Which model year of the Scion tC is the most fuel efficient?
Every documented Scion tC model year lands on the same 26 MPG combined peak, so fuel economy is not a reason to prefer one year over another.
How many engine options does the Scion tC have?
Across every year on record the Scion tC uses one displacement, 2.5L, so trims differ by drivetrain and equipment rather than engine size.
Is the 2016 Scion tC front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive?
Every Scion tC configuration on record here is Front-Wheel Drive; no alternative drivetrain appears in the 2015–2016 data.