Scion iQ debuts in New York (pg. 5)
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Scion iQ debuts in New York (pg. 5)
nothing certain, but it does look like both will be in NY
http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2...how-debut.html
http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2...auto-show.html
http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2...how-debut.html
Earlier today we reported on a story that Scion would unveil a new Toyota-based iQ model at the New York Auto Show. Now TheCollegeDriver.com is claiming to have several sneak peek images of the 2011 Scion tC – the second-generation version of the flagship car in the Scion brand. The site also says this new car will be unveiled at the NY Auto Show next week.
At first glance the above photo looks almost entirely like the current tC, but after closer inspection its obvious that the front wheels seem to have been pushed much further forward, helping reduce overhangs and improve handling. Regardless, the photos certainly seem to show an evolutionary approach – which is a good thing, as the tC was a handsome coupe to begin with. A few other photos have also leaked out, but they don’t show much other than a shiftable automatic transmission.
We contacted Scion and they won’t confirm the tC or iQ. They did, however, tell us about a new website called ScionDimension.com which will tease photos of a car (or cars) ahead of the New York Auto Show, starting March 26th. The site also has a place to sing up to get more info and a downloadable widget to give you more info on new Scion products. It will also serve as a portal to get photos and information on whatever is unveiled in New York. Plus, it will host streaming video of the unveiling live on March 31st.
At first glance the above photo looks almost entirely like the current tC, but after closer inspection its obvious that the front wheels seem to have been pushed much further forward, helping reduce overhangs and improve handling. Regardless, the photos certainly seem to show an evolutionary approach – which is a good thing, as the tC was a handsome coupe to begin with. A few other photos have also leaked out, but they don’t show much other than a shiftable automatic transmission.
We contacted Scion and they won’t confirm the tC or iQ. They did, however, tell us about a new website called ScionDimension.com which will tease photos of a car (or cars) ahead of the New York Auto Show, starting March 26th. The site also has a place to sing up to get more info and a downloadable widget to give you more info on new Scion products. It will also serve as a portal to get photos and information on whatever is unveiled in New York. Plus, it will host streaming video of the unveiling live on March 31st.
The production version of the Scion iQ will make its debut at the New York Auto Show next week reports Bnet. Shown at the same show last year, but in concept form (above) we don’t expect the road-ready car to be nearly so wild.
Instead, the iQ is likely to look similar to the Toyota version of the car (the original), which is currently sold overseas. And considering that version is already quite funky looking, it should suit Scion’s youth-appeal brand just fine.
As for the engine, expect the U.S. Scion model to get the most powerful engine offered in Europe – a 1.3-liter 4-cylinder with 99-hp. That might not seem like much but with how small the iQ is, it should provide peppy performance. In fact, the iQ, which is technically a 3.5-seater (three adults and a child), is roughly the size of the Smart for-two.
Scion has yet to confirm Bnets’s report and we’ve heard rumors of a different model debuting in NY City. It’s likely we won’t know for sure until next week at Scion’s NY Auto Show press conference. We’ll be sure to bring you all the details and photos with full coverage of the NY Auto Show starting March 31st.
Instead, the iQ is likely to look similar to the Toyota version of the car (the original), which is currently sold overseas. And considering that version is already quite funky looking, it should suit Scion’s youth-appeal brand just fine.
As for the engine, expect the U.S. Scion model to get the most powerful engine offered in Europe – a 1.3-liter 4-cylinder with 99-hp. That might not seem like much but with how small the iQ is, it should provide peppy performance. In fact, the iQ, which is technically a 3.5-seater (three adults and a child), is roughly the size of the Smart for-two.
Scion has yet to confirm Bnets’s report and we’ve heard rumors of a different model debuting in NY City. It’s likely we won’t know for sure until next week at Scion’s NY Auto Show press conference. We’ll be sure to bring you all the details and photos with full coverage of the NY Auto Show starting March 31st.
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Interesting.
The iQ is not going to be a surprise; we've all seen the Japanese and European versions for quite a while.
The tC should make a splash. It's popular, and although it's relatively "normal" compared to other Scions, it is still distinctive. I hope the new tC gives it more personality.
The iQ is not going to be a surprise; we've all seen the Japanese and European versions for quite a while.
The tC should make a splash. It's popular, and although it's relatively "normal" compared to other Scions, it is still distinctive. I hope the new tC gives it more personality.
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It's about time! The new tC better have more performance/handling than the 1st gen.
Or it could be an innovative new way of packaging FWD. Take a look at how short the front overhang on the iQ is .
Or it could be an innovative new way of packaging FWD. Take a look at how short the front overhang on the iQ is .
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Very true. It's gonna be great to see the next gen front drive cars from Toyota
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I'm kinda shocked it was going to be an evolutionary design. I thought they would definitely have went with the box coupe concepts they were putting out (Hako and Fuse).
I'll wait to see what happens. I like my tC and would probably replace it as a daily commuter with another tC.
I'll wait to see what happens. I like my tC and would probably replace it as a daily commuter with another tC.
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I think it's genius what they've done with Scion. Affordable vehicles with a lot of standard options (some not even available on some more expensive vehicles). Where they make little profit off of sales but more on the accessories and financing. And as a bonus it gets people into the Toyota family brand.