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The new 2013 Scion FR-S high performance coupe Scion has unveiled its 2013 FR-S compact rear-wheel drive sports car. The high-performance coupe is the fifth model to join the Scion family and will go on sale in the spring of 2012. 2013 Scion FR-S photo The FR-S, which stands for Front-engine, Rear-wheel drive, Sport; is Scion’s definition of an authentic rear-wheel-drive sports car with exceptionally balanced performance and handling, compelling style, flexible utility and surprising MPG. 2013 Scion FR-S photo “Serving as a laboratory for Toyota, Scion is always experimenting with new things,” said Jack Hollis, Scion vice president. “The brand is iconic with the xB, adrenalized by the tC, and groundbreaking with the iQ. The FR-S will no doubt serve as the halo car, expanding Scion into a new dimension of driving performance.” 2013 Scion FR-S photo The FR-S is a true “scion,” born into a lengthy history of Toyota performance cars and motorsports. The sport...

The new 2012  Scion  tC & Scion tC Release Series 7.0 sports coupe The 2012 tC Release Series 7.0 comes exclusively in High Voltage yellow exterior paint with contrasting black side view mirrors and black 18-inch alloy wheels. The tC’s aggressive exterior are further stylized with a TRD body kit that includes front and rear lower valences and side skirts. The front bumper incorporates a honeycomb lower grille that is unique to this Release Series. 2012 Scion tC photo High Voltage yellow accents make their way into the tC’s interior with color-tuned black and yellow seat fabric, leather wrapped steering wheel with yellow stitching and an individually numbered badge. The tC RS 7.0 features Smart Key, a convenient keyless entry system that unlocks the doors with a touch of the door handle. The system also includes a red TRD push-button start allowing the car to be started with the push of a button. The use of the Smart Key system is a first for Scion. 2012 Scion tC...

The new 2012  Scion  xB urban utility vehicle Scion's xB urban utility vehicle will come standard with Bluetooth® hands-free and Bluetooth® streaming audio, and HD Radio™ technology, for the 2012 model year. 2012 Scion xB photo The xB truly focuses on youth with its all-new standard AM/FM/CD/HD/USB 160-watt maximum output Pioneer™ audio system. New standard features for 2012 include HD Radio™ technology and Bluetooth® connectivity that allows both hands-free phone connection and streaming audio capability. Streaming audio allows compatible phone or personal media devices to pair with the audio system and listen to music through the vehicles sound system. 2012 Scion xB photo The audio system also features an organic electroluminescent (OEL) screen with a personalized welcome screen, iPod®/USB connectivity, Advanced Sound Retriever (ASR), and a subwoofer RCA output. The USB port and universal auxiliary (AUX) port that are located on the center console allow users to...

The new 2012  Scion  xD urban subcompact Scion's xD five-door urban subcompact vehicle will come standard with Bluetooth® hands-free and Bluetooth® streaming audio, and HD Radio™ technology, for the 2012 model year. 2012 Scion xD photo The xD truly focuses on youth with its all-new standard AM/FM/CD/HD/USB 160-watt maximum output Pioneer™ audio system. New standard features for 2012 include HD Radio™ technology and Bluetooth® connectivity that allows both hands-free phone connection and streaming audio capability. 2012 Scion xD photo Streaming audio allows compatible phone or personal media devices to pair with the audio system and listen to music through the vehicles sound system. The audio system also features an organic electroluminescent (OEL) screen with a personalized welcome screen, iPod®/USB connectivity, Advanced Sound Retriever (ASR), and a subwoofer RCA output. 2012 Scion xD photo The USB port and universal auxiliary (AUX) port that are located on t...

Pricing Information MSRP: $16,300 Invoice: $15,485 Technical Specs Engine Standard Engine: 2.4L I4 Standard Transmission: 5 Speed Manual Cylinders: 4 Horsepower @RPM: 158@6000 Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy: 22/28 Combined Fuel Economy: 24 EPA Class: Small Wagon Number of Valves: 16 Torque @RPM: N/A Fuel Type System: Gas Engine / Sequential Electronic Fuel Injected, Sequential Port Fuel Injected Sequential, Multi-Port Fuel Injected Turbo (Yes/No): No Overdrive Transmission: Yes Battery Output: N/A Compression: 9.8:1 Displacement: 2362/144 Bore X Stroke: 3.48×3.78 Cruising Range: 336 miles Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt: N/A Power to Weight Ratio: 19.2 Final Drive Ratio: No Valves Configuration: Dual Overhead Cam/Twin Overhead Cam Supercharged: No Electric HorsePower RPM: N/A Electric Torque Feet Per Pound: N/A Electric Torque RPM: N/A Electric HorsePower BHP: N/A Standard Features Anti-Theft & Locks Child Safety Door Locks Located On Rear Doors Power Do...