Edmunds posted a great article last year that features some interesting facts about the Scion FR-S that you may or may not have known about. Check them out below, and if you're interested in this car be sure to shop our online inventory here!
1. It feels incredible
Edmunds compliments the FR-S' control, chassis, power, steering and brakes in particular.
2. It has a Torsen limited-slip differential
This gives it progressive engagement.
3. There's solid evidence a turbo is coming
We still haven't seen confirmation of this -- but we'll keep you in the loop!
4. It has an ultra-low center of gravity
Considerably lower than Porsche's Cayman, the Mitsubishi Lancer Evo and Subaru STI, according to Edmunds.
5. It uses Prius tires
Fun fact! These are used for the "modest grip" and "stunning balance," wrote Edmunds.
6. It has a low drag coefficient and minimal weight
For a better EPA mileage rating and better exhaust note.
7. A convertible isn't likely
Although it is possible -- we'll keep you in the loop here as well.
8. A stripped down model is likely
This will be sold in Japan but not in the USA, so it doesn't apply to us much here.
9. It had serious benchmarks
The Porsche Cayman being the main one, which was emulated by using a centralized mass, low center of gravity and linear control feel, according to Edmunds.
10. Its suspension setup is different from the Subaru BRZ
This is mostly because both companies have different preferences and strategies.
To see the full descriptions behind the list, check out the full article on Edmunds here.
All information via Edmunds, images via autoevolution
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Friday, February 28, 2014
Friday, February 21, 2014
Enjoy No Car Payments for 90 Days!
Scion has a new offer! Through March 3, 2014, qualified Scion customers may enjoy zero payments for the first 90 days on every new Scion model purchased when you finance through Toyota Financial Services! Not only does this offer apply to all new Scion models, but it includes the Scion Monogram Series FR-S, tC and iQ, as well as the Scion 10 Series. Of course, Scion's Pure Process applies to the prices of the cars in this deal.
Please call us or stop by with any questions, and check out our new Scion showroom here!
*Available on approved credit to well qualified customers through Toyota Financial Services and participating Scion dealers. Not all customers will qualify. See dealer for program details. Program effective February 14, 2014 through March 03, 2014. Toyota Financial Services is a service mark of Toyota Motor Credit Corporation.
All information and image via Scion
Please call us or stop by with any questions, and check out our new Scion showroom here!
*Available on approved credit to well qualified customers through Toyota Financial Services and participating Scion dealers. Not all customers will qualify. See dealer for program details. Program effective February 14, 2014 through March 03, 2014. Toyota Financial Services is a service mark of Toyota Motor Credit Corporation.
All information and image via Scion
Friday, February 14, 2014
2014 Scion FR-S Wins "Best Sports Car for the Money"
The 2014 Scion FR-S was named the "Best Sports Car for the Money" by U.S. News World & Report for the second year running. The judges looked at 225 cars across the 21 categories to determine the winner."The annual awards help consumers find a good value, while considering industry praise, high safety and reliability scores. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recently tested the 2014 FR-S, giving it an overall five-star rating," according to the Scion USA Newsroom release.
The Scion FR-S has taken home an admirable amount of awards since its release, and we're not surprised! If you'd like more information, take a look at our 2014 Scion FR-S details page here!
All information and image via Scion USA Newsroom
Thursday, February 6, 2014
The 2014 Scion iQ Earns All-Around Honors from Automotive Science Group
After analyzing thousands of social, environmental and economic data points, the Automotive Science Group (ASG) named the Scion iQ to its 2014 Best All-Around Performance list. ASG compared 97 mini-compact cars to determine their top five, looking at factors that included:
Raw materials acquisition
Human rights and labor laws where assembled
Environmental factors
Purchase price
Operating and fuel costs.
This is a back-to-back win for the Scion iQ, which has amazing space efficiency, great gas mileage and low emissions. Check out our 2014 Scion iQ information page here!
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Raw materials acquisitionHuman rights and labor laws where assembled
Environmental factors
Purchase price
Operating and fuel costs.
This is a back-to-back win for the Scion iQ, which has amazing space efficiency, great gas mileage and low emissions. Check out our 2014 Scion iQ information page here!
All information and image via Scion
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