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2016 Scion FR-S Is Almost Ready for the Road

Scion FR-S coupe is getting its refreshed and redesigned style for the 2016 model. The upgrades will feature interior tweaks, two additional colors, rear camera and redesigned audio system. The 2016 will bring premium feel, empowered performance and overall increased pleasure of driving. Or at least we expect so. Let see what it has to offer.

In fact, the Manufacturer suggest almost the same price, when it comes to the customization options. For example, the 2016 FR-S will come with six-speed manual gearbox or with six-speed sequential automatic transmission and the price will differ with about 1000$.

The premium feel is further expanded with the nice and stylish silver interior, the nice steering wheel bezel, shift bezel, the door grip and the fresh and stylish center console. But this is not all. The inside will welcome you with a wonderful audio system and a 7-inch touch-screen display. Voice recognition technology is also included. Nice, huh?

And in addition to the wonderful additions, there is a back camera integrated to add safety, comfort and confidence on the road. As said, the 2016 FR-S will come with additional colors. This will be the so called Ablaze red and the Oceanic blue. The 2016 Scion FR-S will be available for purchase in June this year.

Stay tuned for further information!

Source: Scion

May 4, 2015

Speedhunters Maximum Attack FR-S on Display at Chicago Auto Show [VIDEO]

2015 Speedhunters Scion FR-S Maximum Attack is the name of the winning vehicle of Scion’s 10th annual Tuner Challenge. The good news is for all visitors of this year’s Chicago Auto Show, because the car will be on display there. From its participation in the Scion Tuner Challenge, Speedhunters were given 90-days and $15,000 to transform a stock Scion FR-S Release Series 1.0. They designed the “Maximum Attack” Scion FR-S with 1970s look that incorporates the racing heritage, taking on the number 86 and an IMSA style look.

The visual standout on their design is overfenders as part of a special edition kit designed by Kei Miura. The car itself is equipped with Cosworth Stage 2.0 supercharger and also features RS*R Black-i coilovers as well as a Wilwood big brake kit with 6-pistons front/4-pistons rear. It runs on custom Rotiform BLQ wheels which are in size 17×9 inches at the front and 17×11 inches at the rear.

At the show, Scion will also feature its full lineup of exciting youth-oriented vehicles. On display will be the FR-S 1.0 and tC 9.0 Release Series vehicles. In addition, Scion tC Release Series 9.0 arrives in dealerships this month.

This is a limited edition two-tone version of the popular sports coupe that was designed in conjunction with Jeremy Lookofsky of Cartel Customs. The vehicle has one-of-a-kind black and magma exterior, and also features an aero kit designed by Cartel Customs, a center exhaust, a Smart Key with Push Button Start featuring the “Cartel Logo” and orange front seat belts.

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Source: Scion

February 2, 2015

Scion FR-S Release Series 1.0 is Limited to 1500 Examples [VIDEO]

Scion FR-S Release Series 1.0 is a limited edition release series which is currently going on sale throughout the United States. The model was revealed earlier this year at the New York International Auto Show, and now Scion’s fans and racing enthusiasts can get behind its steering wheel. There will be only 1,500 examples of the car produced, which will make it desired even more.

FR-S Release Series 1.0 vehicles will sport a striking exterior paint finish named Yuzu exterior color. In addition, the vehicle comes equipped with enhanced features from Toyota Racing Development (TRD). These include TRD Quad Tip Exhaust System and TRD lowering springs.

There are also additional FR-S Release Series 1.0 features which include the TRD steering wheel, TRD shift knob, black seats with T-pattern, HID headlamps with LED daytime running lights, TRD logo cargo mat and Smart Key with Push Button Start.

Furthermore, there are also other highlights such as the custom-designed aero kit with a rear spoiler and side fender garnish. To emphasize even further car’s exclusivity, each vehicle will feature a sequential release series badge, inlayed on its brushed aluminum shifter surround plate.

This FR-S comes as a standard with six-speed manual transmission or as an option with six-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters and Dynamic Rev Management technology. The car is the ultimate tribute to motorsports history which has a starting price of $29,990 USD.

Take a look at the video below and enjoy car’s full walk-around:

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Source: Scion

September 9, 2014

2015 Scion FR-S And tC Get Updates

2015 Scion FR-S and tC models are getting bolder and better this summer. They have been enhanced with the addition of several features and also include minor changes when compared to the previous model year. The new FR-S for instance features improved tuning as well as exterior appearance. The 2015 tC sports on the other hand, receives new colors and a sporty feature. Both vehicles are scheduled to go on sale in early June. Pricing is listed below.

To begin with the 2015 Scion FR-S, it is known for its outstanding dynamics, which are taken to a new level for the new model year. The updated FR-S features better handling and stability thanks to a more rigid front suspension and re-tuning of the rear shock absorbers. As a result from the improved damping, there is less body roll and a more communicative driving experience.

Furthermore, for better aerodynamics, the smooth look of a shark-fin antenna replaces the pole antenna. The exhaust tips are enlarged and charmonize perfectly with the rear bumper. The interior of the vehicle features an added auto on/off headlights, an updated interior panel with a carbon fiber look, and a new key design.

The car has been equipped with a six-speed manual or automatic transmission with paddle shifters and Dynamic Rev Management technology. Exteriorwise, Steel replaces Argento as a sleek silver color and Whiteout has been replaced by Halo pearl white color.

2015 Scion tC has received and upgraded automatic transmission with steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters which enhance the sporty driving experience. For the new model year there are two new colors: Cosmic Gray which replaces the Classic Silver and Blizzard Pearl which replaces the Super White. The refreshed Scion also includes Dynamic Rev Management technology.

Scion Pricing Chart:

2015 Scion FR-S (MT) $24,900 USD
2015 Scion FR-S (AT) $26,000 USD
2015 Scion tC (MT) $19,210 USD
2015 Scion tC (AT) $20,360 USD

Source: Scion

May 16, 2014

2015 Scion FR-S Special Edition – TRD Upgrades

Scion is going to exhibit FR-S Special Edition at the 2014 New York Auto Show in few days. It draws on track heritage and the expertise of Toyota Racing Development (TRD). There is a wide array of nice upgrades which will be appreciated by the fans.

“It’s fitting that the first Scion FR-S Release Series draws on the rich motorsports history that inspired the FR-S design while standing out in new ways that will excite our drivers,” commented Scion Vice President Doug Murtha.

“FR-S enthusiasts will appreciate the side spoilers and lowered stance that deliver a look and feel meant for the track, at a price meant for them.”, Mr. Murtha added.

The exterior comes with a Yuzu paint scheme and a custom aerodynamic body kit which will include a rear spoiler and side fender elements. There is also a quad exhaust setup and lowered ride height thanks to the set of sport springs. Other highlights include a Smart Key with Push Button Start. TRD installed a different steering wheel, shift knob, black seats with T-pattern and a unique logo cargo floor mat.

Last, but not least are the headlights with HID headlamps and LED DRLs (daytime-running lights).

Of course, each of the 1,500 units of Scion FR-S Special Edition will have an individually numbered plaque and a price of below $30,000.

Source: Scion

April 16, 2014

2013 Scion FR-S – The Coolest New Car Under $25,000

2013 Scion FR-S

2013 Scion FR-S is named “The Coolest Car Under $25k of 2014” by Kelley Blue Book for second year in a row. The annual consumer resource list highlights affordable vehicles for drivers of all lifestyles, each that bring a subjective “cool factor.”

“Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com again captures the full experience and affordability of the Scion FR-S with a top spot on its 10 Coolest New Cars Under $25,000 list”, said Scion Vice President Doug Murtha. “Drivers and industry experts continue to tell us the FR-S brings together the style, handling and allusive fun factor that’s needed in this segment and on the roads. We’re happy to deliver.”

The FR-S is powered by the same 2.0 liter four-cylinder boxer engine with 203HP (149 kW) and 205Nm (151 lb-ft) of torque, which is not much, but it is just enough, especially mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. There is also an option for 6-speed automatic, if you prefer lazy driving. The power is send to the rear wheels, where a Torsen limited-slip differential takes care about the traction and going into right direction.

Standard equipment includes Display Audio System featuring a 6.1” LCD touchscreen, AM/FM/CD/HD Radio™ technology, hands-free phone capability, music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology and AUX/USB port with iPod® connectivity.

2013 FR-S comes with the Star Safety System that includes Traction Control (TRAC), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Brake Assist (BA), an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), and Smart Stop Technology (SST).

The FR-S is covered by a 3-year/36 000-mile limited warranty and a 5-year/60 000-mile powertrain warranty.

The price is $24,200.

Source: Scion

March 10, 2014

Scion FR-S at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb

Scion Racing will take their track-prepared FR-S at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb on June 30^th. The manufacturer will actually field three different models including the xD, tC and the FR-S.

Driver Andrew Comrie-Picard will be in the Scion Racing Rally xD, and Takeshi Aizawa will be piloting the GReddy tC, both making their second trips up the mountain. Driver Robert Walker is a rookie to Pikes Peak and will be behind the wheel of a FR-S built by Evasive Motorsports. All three Scion vehicles have been modified for added safety and increased performance.

The FR-S which was built by Evasive Motorsports and it will participate in the Unlimited class.

The GReddy tC has a turbocharged 2.5 liter four-cylinder engine – 365HP (272 kW) and 517Nm (382 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 3.8 seconds.

The xD rally car has a turbocharged 1.8 liter four-cylinder engine – 265HP (197 kW) and 358Nm (265 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 4.3 seconds.

Source: Scion

June 28, 2013

SR Auto Group Scion FR-S – Wide Body Kit

SR Auto Group has presented their tuned variant of the popular Scion FR-S. The drifting machine comes with an aggressive wide body kit, big wheels and some other improvements for perfect stance.

The aerodynamics package includes widened front and rear fenders, also a new front lip, GT wing, rear diffuser and side skirts. The kit is developed by Rocket Bunny.

The headlights are tinted and a candy red finish was applied to the taillights and emblems. There are also some carbon fiber elements like – APR mirrors, Seibon bonnet and fog light covers.

The SR Auto FR-S is lowered thanks to a BC Racing adjustable suspension. It rolls 18” wheels finished in a “Winning Blue” paint and fitted with low-profile tires.

Last, but not least, SR Auto has installed an Invidia cat-back sports exhaust system.

Source: SR Auto Group

April 2, 2013

2013 Scion FR-S for Takata Racing

For Marketing Cars will prepare a new special 2013 Scion FR-S for Takata Racing, who are dedicated to protecting human life. They began by developing seat belts utilizing the technology found in parachutes. Since then, they continue to develop the newest safety technology and make it available globally. This has been their objective since the beginning and they will remain committed to it.

Originally, the FR-S is powered by a 2.0 liter Subaru Boxer engine with 200HP (147 kW) and 205Nm (151 lb-ft) of torque.

2013 Scion FR-S can be opted with either 6-speed manual gearbox or a 6-speed automatic transmission. The car is designed entirely to bring supreme driving pleasure and this is for sure, especially with a 53 to 47 front-to-rear weight ratio.

The tuned vehicle will come with a new supercharger kit from HKS. The FR-S for Takata Racing will make its official debut at the 2012 SEMA in Toyo Tires booth.

Source: Fox Marketing via Facebook

August 7, 2012

2013 Scion FR-S Sports Car – now at dealerships

2013 Scion FR-S Sports Car is now available in dealerships. This is an exceptional high-performance coupe, which is the fifth model joining the family of the brand Scion and plays an integral part in it.

First of all what FR-S will provide to its drivers is genuine sports feel. And secondly – it can be experienced at not so costly price: the price of this Scion model begins at $24 200.

The FR-S can be equipped with either six-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic one which includes paddle shifters and Dynamic Rev Management technology.

A fact that you might not know is that the FR-S stands for Front-engine, Rear-wheel drive, Sport. And the name is proven by the engine that is at the heart of the vehicle: a 2.0-liter boxer one which produces an impressive 200 horsepower (147 kW) and 151 pound-feet (205 Nm) of torque. The flat engine is mounted extremely low, giving the car a dynamically low center of gravity.

Furthermore, the designers of the car made it in such way that it is quick and nimble which going into and out of corners, with dynamic maneuverability and confident handling. In addition, the Scion has low weight, which is combined with a dynamically tuned suspension setup comprising of MacPherson struts up front and a double wishbone system in the rear.

A standard feature here is the Torsen® limited-slip differential, apportioning power to the rear wheels with precision and immediacy. The FR-S runs on lightweight 17×7-inch alloy wheels and ventilated disc brakes.

The interior is also performance focused. It includes a 2+2 seating. The front seats are comfortable and assertive, and include deep bolsters. They are also mounted extremely low, while the rear seat folds down flat, creating flexible space.

Source: Scion

June 5, 2012

2013 Scion FR-S Pricing Announced

Scion has just announced pricing for the 2013 Scion FR-S compact rear-wheel drive sports car, which start at $24 200 (MSRP). The vehicle is equipped with a six-speed manual transmission. However, it has a version that comes with a six-speed automatic transmission that features paddle shifters and rev-match technology and is priced at $25 300. The Scion will go on sale this spring.
The FR-S acronym in the name of the car stands for Front-engine, Rear-wheel drive, Sport. It delivers an authentic rear-wheel-drive sports car with very well balanced performance and handling, compelling style, flexible utility and surprising fuel efficiency. Moreover, the vehcle is designed around the core goal of achieving “Pure Balance”, which begins with the strategic use of the world’s only flat boxer engine in a front-engine, rear-wheel drive configuration. The engine has a compact size and flat shape, which allows to be mounted extremely low, giving the car a dynamically favorable front-to-rear weight ratio of 53:47 and a low center of gravity. Furthermore, the Scion has a 2.0-liter, naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine, which comes as a result of a joint development between Toyota and Subaru. In this work of collaboration Subaru’s newly developed, horizontally opposed engine will be combined with Toyota’s cutting edge D-4S injection system that incorporates both direct and port injection. The D-4S system, partnered with a high 12.5:1 compression ratio, results in 200 hp (147 kW) and 151 pound-feet of torque. This engine is mated to a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission. The manual offers quick, precise shifts with a short-throw; while the automatic features aggressive up shifts and sporty rev-matched down shifts that are initiated by steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters. Power is transferred to the pavement via a standard Torsen® limited-slip differential.

In addition to this, the “Pure Balance” idea is further manifested by the FR-S’s lightweight design and compact size. This unique combination allows the car to be quick and with h dynamic high maneuverability, and confident handling. The coupe’s weight is minimized by using a lightweight aluminum hood, a solid roof, and by featuring a trunk design instead of a hatchback. This low weight is matched with a dynamically tuned suspension setup consisting of MacPherson struts up front and a double wishbone system in the rear. In addition, lightweight 17-inch alloy wheels and ventilated disc brakes are standard on all four corners.
The exterior of the car is really powerful: it reveals a hood and roof-line that is remarkably sleek and low, giving it an aerodynamic shape that channels air cleanly over to the top. In addition, the aggressive front fenders protrude upward and boast the iconic ‘86’ piston emblem. The rear fascia sits low and wide, with aerodynamic lower treatments that surround the sporty dual exhaust system. Of course, a today model can’t go without LEDs. Here they illuminate the edgy taillights, while center-mounted backup lights finish the muscular design. The 2013 Scion FR-S will be available in seven colors including Raven, Asphalt, Hot Lava, Argento, Ultramarine, Firestorm and Whiteout.

What about the interior: the FR-S’s interior includes a 2+2 seating configuration. The front seats include deep bolsters, they are mounted extremely low, while the rear seat folds down flat, creating flexible space. The large center-mounted tachometer is the focus of the three-gauge cluster and features a programmable shift-indicator. Here, the speed is being monitored by both digital and analog gauges. The 2013 FR-S features a sporty leather-trimmed steering wheel with tilt and telescopic adjustment. As a standard in the vehicle are included eight-speaker AM/FM/CD/USB 300-watt maximum output Pioneer™ audio system, HD Radio™ technology, Bluetooth® connectivity.
Furthermore, regarding thee safety features, the FR-S comes with six airbags, including dual-stage advanced driver- and front-passenger airbags, front-seat-mounted airbags and side-curtain airbags. In addition, it also includes the Star Safety System with Traction Control (TRAC), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Brake Assist (BA), an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), and Smart Stop Technology (SST).

Scion FR-S Preliminary Specifications

Length			166.7 in.
Width			69.9 in.
Height			51.2 in. (not including antenna base)
Wheelbase			101.2 in.
Track		Front	59.8 in.
		Rear	60.6 in.
Seating capacity			4
Engine	Total displacement		1,998 cc
	Type		Horizontally opposed four-cylinder, D-4S injection, DOHC
	Bore × stroke		86 × 86 mm.
	Maximum output		200hp @ 7,000 rpm
	Maximum torque		151 lb.-ft. @ 6,600 rpm
Transmission			6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters
Driveline			Rear-wheel drive
Suspension		Front	MacPherson struts
		Rear	Double wishbone
Brakes		Front	Ventilated Disc
		Rear	Ventilated Disc
Tires		Front	215/45R17
		Rear	215/45R17
Fuel tank			13.2 gallons
Fuel			Premium Unleaded

Source: Scion

March 22, 2012

Scion FR-S

Scion has announced the 2013 FR-S, which looks a lot like Toyota GT86 and Subaru BRZ. Moreover, the new model will be powered by the same 2.0 liter Subaru Boxer engine with 200PS (147 kW) and 205Nm (151 lb-ft) of torque.

2013 Scion FR-S can be opted with either 6-speed manual gearbox or a 6-speed automatic transmission. The car is designed entirely to bring supreme driving pleasure and this is for sure, especially with a 53 to 47 front-to-rear weight ratio.

Still, the FR-S is not exactly the same as the GT 86. The headlights don’t have integrated LEDs, fog lights in the front bumper and the color of the indicators is different. Lastly, the FR-S comes with different alloy wheels.

The interior of 2013 FR-S has features different air conditioning dials on the center console and a CD, instead of SAT NAV system. The steering wheel is different, too.

Practically, this is the same car, but with different badges and lower price.

Source: Scion

December 9, 2011

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