2011 Scion tC Speaker Sizes

The 2011 Scion tC factory audio system features specific locations for various audio components. Front door panels accommodate 1 inch units and 6.5 inch speakers. Rear side panels accept a 6.5 inch speaker size. Compatible speaker types for replacement and upgrade projects include tweeters, 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

2011 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

2011 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 2011 Scion tC incorporates a component speaker layout in the front doors, featuring separate 1-inch tweeters alongside 6.5-inch midbass or full-range drivers, which typically allows for broader frequency reproduction compared to single-unit configurations.
  • Factory tweeters in the front door panels tend to be among the first candidates for replacement, as aftermarket units often provide enhanced high-frequency extension and detail retrieval over stock components.
  • The 6.5-inch openings in both front doors and rear side panels indicate standardized sizing across the vehicle's speaker locations, which generally simplifies the selection process when sourcing replacement drivers.
  • Component speaker systems that include external crossovers can take advantage of the separate tweeter and midbass positions, potentially offering improved staging and imaging characteristics through optimized frequency division.
  • The dual radio compatibility with both single and double DIN head units suggests the dashboard can accommodate either form factor, which may influence integration options for amplifiers or signal processors in upgraded audio configurations.
  • Full-range 6.5-inch drivers in the rear locations could provide adequate fill without requiring additional tweeters, though some enthusiasts opt to install rear component sets to maintain tonal consistency throughout the cabin.
  • Aftermarket midbass drivers with higher sensitivity ratings than factory units may produce noticeably increased output levels when driven by the same power input, which could reduce the need for external amplification in some installations.