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2013 Scion FR-S Brings the
SPORT Back to the CAR
- Low center of gravity and lightweight design achieves
a "Pure Balance"
- Compact rear-wheel drive sports car makes world debut
- World's first boxer engine to utilize Toyota's D4-S
direct and port injection system
Los Angeles – November 30, 2011 – Scion tonight unveiled
its 2013 FR-S compact rear-wheel drive sports car to a
crowd of eager car enthusiasts. The high-performance
coupe is the fifth model to join the Scion family and
will go on sale in the spring of 2012.
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.
"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."
The FR-S is a true "scion," born into a lengthy history
of Toyota performance cars and motorsports. The sports
car is most inspired by the AE86 generation of the
Corolla, better known as the Hachi-Roku, meaning "8-6"
in Japanese. The front-engine, rear-wheel-drive coupe
was lightweight and well balanced, making it a solid
choice for driving enthusiasts.
Inspired by the AE86, the FR-S is designed around the
core goal of achieving, "Pure Balance." The balance
begins with the strategic use of the world's only flat
boxer engine in a front-engine, rear-wheel drive
configuration. The engine's compact size and flat shape
allow it to be mounted mid-ship and extremely low,
giving the car a dynamically favorable front-to-rear
weight ratio of 53:47 and a low center of gravity
comparable to some exotic supercars.
The FR-S's 2.0-liter, naturally aspirated four-cylinder
engine is the result of a joint development between
Toyota and Subaru. The partnership begins by combining
Subaru's newly developed horizontally opposed engine and
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 an impressive 200 horsepower and 151
pound-feet of torque.
"We all know that it's not hard to make horsepower and
torque, but it is hard to do all that and still achieve
impressive fuel economy," Hollis said. "The FR-S
accomplishes all three."
The flat-four mates with either a six-speed manual or a
six-speed automatic transmission. The manual offers
quick, precise shifts with a short-throw; while the
automatic transmission 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 limited-slip
differential.
The idea of "Pure Balance" is further realized by the
FR-S's lightweight design and compact size. The
combination allows the car to be quick and nimble into
and out of corners, with dynamic maneuverability and
confident handling. The coupe's weight is kept to a
minimum by utilizing an aluminum hood, a solid roof, and
by featuring a trunk design instead of a hatchback.
The FR-S's low weight is matched with a dynamically
tuned suspension setup consisting of MacPherson struts
up front and a double wishbone system in the rear.
Lightweight 17-inch alloy wheels and ventilated disc
brakes are on all four corners.
The fierce exterior of 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 an aerodynamic shape that
channels air cleanly over to the top. The low stance
continues to exaggerate the coupe's menacing face, which
is made up of sharp lines, a wide mouth and angular
headlights. The aggressive front fenders protrude upward
and boast the iconic '86' piston emblem, which
highlights the car's AE86 heritage as well as its unique
new boxer engine. The rear fascia sits low and wide,
with aerodynamic lower treatments that surround the
sporty dual exhaust system. LEDs illuminate the edgy
taillights, while center-mounted backup lights finish
the muscular design.
The FR-S's interior features a 2+2 seating configuration
that is designed with both form and function in mind.
The front seats are mounted extremely low and are
comfortable yet assertive, while the rear seat folds
down flat, creating flexible space. The large
center-mounted tachometer is the focus of the
three-gauge cluster, keeping the driver informed of the
engine's vitals. Speed is monitored by both digital and
analog gauges.
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 |
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