Some 2008-12 Scion xD models may produce a clunking noise from the front suspension when accelerating or decelerating, under braking or when being driven over rough roads. One likely cause, Scion said ...

The 2,665 lb. xD is powered by a 1.8-liter four-cylinder developing 128 hp and 125 lb-ft of torque, which on paper doesn’t sound that bad. In real life, however, it just feels like an old dog ...

With a starting price of $14,550, the 2008 Scion xD 5-door hatchback faces real competition from the Honda Fit and Nissan Versa, both of which also come in under $15,000 in base model trim.

"We threw a couple parts on the car right after we got it for SEMA in '07," says Mike. "It was white, stock under the hood, and very lightly modded.

Staying true to the multi-genre approach, the xD was fitted with Air Runner struts, lines, a compressor and tank to raise and lower the car at the flick of a switch. See All 11 Photos ...

The good news, at least for the lead-footed, is that the engine has not been carried over from either the xA or Yaris. The xD is fitted with a 1.8-liter inline-four from the Toyota parts bin.

Scion hopes to sell 12,500 xDs in 2007, building to 40,000 units in 2008. The skinny: The xA tended to attract older, budget consumers who were turned off by the Toyota Echo and Corolla.