2008 Scion xB Speaker Sizes

The 2008 Scion xB factory audio system includes specific mounting locations that accept various components. Specifically, the dashboard accommodates a 1 inch speaker size, while the front door panel and rear side panel support 6.5 inch speakers. Compatible types for replacement and upgrade installations include tweeters, midbass units, 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
Dashboard 1 Tweeter
  • Requires panel disassembly
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
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

2008 Scion xB Speaker Replacement Summary

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

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 1 Medium: 2 High: 0

Replacement priority:

High: 1 Medium: 1 Low: 1

2008 Scion xB 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 2008 Scion xB contains three distinct speaker locations, with the dashboard position housing 1-inch tweeters while both front door panels and rear side panels accommodate 6.5-inch drivers.
  • The front door panel speakers may accept either midbass or full-range configurations, providing flexibility in component selection based on the desired audio setup approach.
  • The rear side panel positions mirror the front door specifications at 6.5 inches and similarly support both midbass and full-range speaker types.
  • Replacing the factory dashboard tweeters could potentially enhance high-frequency response, though the 1-inch size represents a relatively standard tweeter specification.
  • The 6.5-inch sizing for both front and rear locations suggests a conventional speaker architecture that may prioritize mid-range frequencies and vocal clarity.
  • Component speaker systems might utilize the existing tweeter locations in the dashboard while upgrading the door panel positions with dedicated midbass drivers for improved frequency separation.
  • The availability of both single DIN and double DIN radio compatibility in the 2008 Scion xB indicates flexibility for aftermarket head unit installation alongside speaker upgrades.
  • Full-range speakers in the 6.5-inch locations would handle the entire frequency spectrum within a single driver, while midbass options would typically require pairing with separate tweeters for high-frequency reproduction.
  • The symmetrical speaker sizing between front and rear positions may facilitate balanced sound staging when implementing a four-channel amplifier configuration.