2014/2015 Scion FR-S (AKA Subaru BRZ & Toyota 86) Review and Test Drive - DETAILED
RWD sports car begins to 24200 low center of gravity and light provides a first boxer engine Pure Balance World using Toyota D-4S direct and port FR-S injection system comes standard with Scion Service Boost free .
TORRANCE, California March 22, 2012 Scion today announced the price of its 2013 FR-S sports compact car rear-drive FR-S starts with a manufacturer suggested retail price MSRP of 24,200 when equipped with a six-speed manual transmission and 25,300 when equipped with an automatic six-speed transmission that offers levers of change and technology rev match the performance coupe is the fifth model to join the Scion family and will go on sale this spring.
The goal of Scion was to create an affordable sports car that true lovers of engines could benefit, said Jack Hollis, Scion vice president We accomplished that goal with the FR-S starting under 25,000 total race of the house Add to Scion Scion Service Boost free our without haggling hassle pure price, and Scion's network of about 1,000 dealers, and the FR-S is a grand slam.
Pure Balance The FR-S, which stands before engine, rear wheel drive, Sport; Scion's definition of an authentic rear-drive sports car with performance and outstanding handling balance, the compelling style, flexible utility and surprising fuel efficiency.
The FR-S is a true offspring, born of a long history of Toyota performance cars and motorsports When planning and development, it was most inspired by the AE86 generation of the Corolla, better known as Hachi- Roku, meaning 8-6 Japanese AE86 was a front-engine, rear-wheel cut-wheeler that was lightweight and well balanced, making it a good choice for driving enthusiasts.
Inspired by the AE86, the FR-S is designed around the fundamental objective of achieving pure balance The balance begins with the strategic use of the world's only flat boxer engine in a front-engine, the RWD configuration compact size s the engine and platform allow it to be mounted mid-ship and extremely low, giving the car a front-rear weight ratio favorable dynamics of 53 47 and a center of gravity comparable to some supercars exotic.
The FR-S 2 0 liter naturally aspirated engine with four cylinders is the result of a joint development between Toyota and Subaru Society begins with the newly developed combination, the motor and cutting edge D-4S injection system Toyota horizontally opposed Subaru which includes both the direct injection and port D-4S system, is associated with a high compression ratio 12 5 1, results in an impressive 200 horsepower and 151 lb-ft of torque.
The four-course mates with a manual six-speed automatic or a six-speed manual offers quick and precise change with a short range; while the automatic functions of dynamic offsets up and down rev matched shifts s that are initiated by the steering wheel shifters mounted on the power is transmitted to the floor via a standard Torsen limited slip differential.
The idea of pure balance is still directed by the lightweight design FR-S and compact size The combination allows the car to be quick and nimble into and out of corners, with dynamic maneuverability and confident handling cut weight is minimized by using a cover made of lightweight aluminum, a solid roof, and by featuring a trunk design instead of a hatchback.
The low weight of the FR-S is mapped to a dynamically tuned suspension setup comprising MacPherson struts at the front and a double wishbone system at the rear wheels of 17-inch light alloy and ventilated disc brakes are standard on all four corners.
Powerful Exterior Design The living outside the FR-S is a solid reflection of its inner power The profile, inspired by the Toyota 2000GT, reveals a hood and roof-line that is remarkably sleek and low, giving it a shape aerodynamic than air channels properly up the low position continues to exaggerate the threatening face of the cup, which is composed of sharp lines, a wide mouth and angular headlights that house the halogen projector front fenders lamps beam aggressive protrude upward and offer 86 iconic piston emblem, which highlights as well as its unique engine again boxer AE86 heritage of the car the rear fascia is low and wide, with aerodynamic lower treatments that surround the LEDs the dual exhaust system s illuminate the taillights nervous, while the reversing lights mounted in the center finish the muscular design.
The FR-S will be available in seven colors including Raven, Asphalt, Hot Lava, Argento, Ultramarine, Firestorm and Whiteout.
Performance oriented within the internal FR-S has a 2 seats 2 configuration that is designed with both form and function in mind The front seats feature deep bolsters and are mounted extremely low and are comfortable yet assertive, while the rear seat folds flat, creating flexible space the car will come standard with floor badged FR-S Carpet large tachometer mounted in the center is the center of the three-gauge cluster and features a shift indicator programmable, informing the driver of the motor speed is vitals monitored by both digital and analog gauges FR-S has a sports lined leather steering wheel which is both tiltable and adjustable in depth.
The FR-S comes standard with maximum USB AM FM CD eight-speaker 300-watt Pioneer audio system output Standard features also include HD Radio technology and Bluetooth connectivity that allows both hands the phone connection free and audio streaming capability.
Sports car performance with excellent safety characteristics FR-S comes standard with six airbags, including advanced dual-stage Driver- and front passenger airbags, the airbags in the front seats and side curtain airbags.
Like all Scions, FR-S features the Star Safety System that includes Traction Control TRAC, electronic brake force distribution EBD, stability control of the vehicle Enhanced VSC, Brake Assist BA, an Antilock Braking System and Technology of smart stop SST.
The delivery, processing and handling of DPH fee for all Scion models 730 and are not included in the MSRP DPH fee for vehicles distributed by Southeast Toyota-SET and GST Gulf States Toyota may vary.
Warranty and free Scion Boost Service Like all Scion models, the FR-S is covered by a 3 year warranty 36,000-mile comprehensive and 5 year 60,000 mile powertrain warranty FR-S will come standard with Boost Service Scion, a supplemental plan covering normal factory scheduled maintenance for two years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first, and two years of roadside assistance 24 hours.
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