2007 Scion tC Speaker Sizes

The 2007 Scion tC factory audio system locations feature specific dimensions where the front door panel and rear side panel accommodate 6.5 inch speakers, while the front door panel accepts a 1 inch speaker size. Available compatible types for system replacement and upgrade consist of tweeter, midbass, and full-range units.

Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.

Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
Front Door Panel 1 Tweeter
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Front Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Side Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Requires trim removal
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium

2007 Scion tC Speaker Replacement Summary

3 total positions
2 easy to replace
2 high priority
0 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 2 Medium: 1 High: 0

Replacement priority:

High: 2 Medium: 0 Low: 1

2007 Scion tC Radio Slot Size (DIN)

DIN Type Size (inch) Size (mm) Notes
Single DIN or Double DIN 7"×2" or 7"×4" 180×50 or 180×100 Vehicle supports both radio sizes
  • Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
  • Check slot depth - it may vary

Additional Notes

  • The 2007 Scion tC employs a component-style setup in the front doors, separating high frequencies through dedicated 1-inch tweeters from midrange and bass frequencies handled by 6.5-inch drivers.
  • Both front and rear locations accommodate 6.5-inch speakers, which may simplify replacement planning when sourcing aftermarket options, as the same driver size can potentially serve multiple positions.
  • The front door panel configuration suggests a two-way component system could be installed, with tweeters mounted separately from the larger midbass drivers to optimize staging and frequency distribution.
  • Rear side panel speakers are limited to 6.5-inch midbass or full-range types, which typically focus on filling cabin space with mid and low frequencies rather than primary soundstage duties.
  • The single DIN or double DIN radio compatibility indicates the head unit opening can accommodate either standard single-height receivers or larger touchscreen units, depending on installation preferences.
  • Upgrading the front door speakers would likely yield more noticeable sound quality improvements than rear replacements, given that front staging typically carries the primary listening experience in most audio systems.
  • The tweeter position at 1 inch suggests a relatively compact mounting location, which may influence the selection of aftermarket tweeters based on physical fitment and directional characteristics.
  • Full-range speakers rated for 6.5-inch positions could serve as simpler replacement options compared to component systems, though they may not match the frequency separation of dedicated tweeters and midbass drivers.