2006 Scion xA Speaker Sizes
The 2006 Scion xA factory audio system features front door panels that accommodate 1 inch speakers, front door panels that support 6.5 inch speakers, and rear door panels that accept 6.5 inch units. Tweeter, midbass, and full-range acoustic components serve as compatible speaker types for an audio replacement and upgrade.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Door Panel | 1 | Tweeter |
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| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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2006 Scion xA Speaker Replacement Summary
3
total positions
3
easy to replace
2
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 3 Medium: 0 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 2 Medium: 1 Low: 02006 Scion xA 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 2006 Scion xA features a component speaker setup in the front doors, separating high frequencies through 1-inch tweeters from mid and low frequencies handled by 6.5-inch drivers, which may provide better sound staging than full-range alternatives alone.
- Both front and rear door panels accommodate 6.5-inch speakers with compatibility for either midbass or full-range drivers, offering flexibility in system configuration depending on whether a dedicated subwoofer is part of the audio setup.
- Replacing factory speakers with aftermarket midbass drivers could enhance lower frequency response and dynamic range, particularly when paired with the separate tweeter locations already present in the front doors.
- The front door tweeter positions at 1 inch suggest mounting locations designed for directed high-frequency dispersion, which typically benefits from angled placement toward the listening position.
- Full-range speakers in the 6.5-inch positions would handle the entire frequency spectrum independently, potentially simplifying installation but possibly sacrificing the frequency separation benefits of component systems.
- The radio compatibility with both single DIN and double DIN head units provides options for upgrading source components with varying feature sets and display sizes without dashboard modification concerns.
- Rear door speaker upgrades to 6.5-inch components might improve rear passenger audio experience and overall cabin sound fill, though front stage typically receives priority in sound system modifications.
- The consistent 6.5-inch sizing across front and rear doors allows for uniform speaker selection if matching drivers throughout the cabin is preferred for tonal consistency.