Scion tC Vehicle Class & EPA Size Category

The EPA classifies the 2016 Scion tC as a Compact Cars, a rating based on body style and interior volume.

Latest model year (2016):

The Scion tC is classified by the EPA as a Compact Cars.

Verifiedfueleconomy.gov · Verified August 11, 2026

Scion tC Vehicle Class — All Years

YearTrimVehicle ClassDriveFuel TypeMPG Comb.
2016Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 LCompact CarsFront-Wheel DriveRegular Gasoline26
2016Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 LCompact CarsFront-Wheel DriveRegular Gasoline26
2015Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 LCompact CarsFront-Wheel DriveRegular Gasoline26
2015Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 LCompact CarsFront-Wheel DriveRegular Gasoline26

Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.

Scion tC Vehicle Class FAQ

What class of vehicle is the Scion tC?

The EPA classifies the Scion tC as a Compact Cars. This classification is based on interior volume and body style and affects how its fuel economy is compared with other vehicles.

Is the Scion tC considered a small or large vehicle?

Based on its EPA class (Compact Cars), the Scion tC is grouped with vehicles of similar size and interior volume. The class can change between model years when the body is redesigned.

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