2012 Scion xB

Scion announced today that its iconic xB now comes standard with Bluetooth handsfree and audio streaming Bluetooth and HD Radio for model year 2012.

The xB also features a new standard AM / FM / CD / HD / USB 160-watt maximum output Pioneer audio system. New standard features for 2012 include HD Radio and Bluetooth connectivity, allowing both hands free connection and streaming audio capabilities. Streaming audio allows compatible phones or personal devices of the hand with the audio system and listen to music through the car audio system.



The audio system also includes a screen with an organic electroluminescent display of personalized service, connectivity for iPod / USB, Advanced Sound Retriever, and a subwoofer RCA output. USB and universal auxiliary port located on the center console allows users to listen to their portable music collection xB six Pioneer speakers.

Connectivity is achieved by simply plugging the portable music player, including iPod and iPhone, USB or AUX port. The main unit display shows the track number, song name and artist of select USB drives. Music is controlled through the head unit and steering control buttons on the steering wheel audio for radio, CD and certain USB devices. IPod users can also use an alphabetical speed search to find an artist or album.

The ASR function restores a wide, deep and rich quality to MP3/WMA/AAC sound. With the RCA subwoofer output, xB owners can add an external amplifier to drive one or more subwoofers. For ease of use, multi-selector system for easy control of the main unit. Unique to the standard Pioneer audio system is adapted to the welcome screen that allows users to create a personal message of up to 16 characters.

Optional 200-watt maximum Pioneer premium audio system has the same features as the standard Pioneer audio, but has been improved 5.8-inch LCD touch screen, the features of iTunes tagging, and the Pandora Internet radio iPhone connected, and six RCA jacks for adding external amplifiers.

The two units of standard and premium head to retain key Scion audio system features such as Scion Sound Processing, where listeners can choose from three preset equalizer settings, satellite radio compatibility and MP3 and WMA. In addition, both units adjust the volume control based on driving speed. The sound systems feature six speakers: a tweeter and a speaker in each front door panel, and two large speakers in the rear.

In 2012, the xB has a 2.4-liter double overhead-cam transferred four-cylinder engine with variable valve timing producing 158 horsepower. It is rated California Level II Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV II). XB EPA estimated fuel economy rating of 22 city/28 highway for both gearbox five-speed manual and four-speed automatic with sequential shift.

XB features steel wheels 16-inch and customers can choose from three standard wheel covers. XB stops with 10.83-inch ventilated discs in front and 10.98-inch disc brakes at the rear and features a MacPherson front strut suspension and rear torsion beam.

XB 2012 arrives in showrooms in July this year, and makes for an MSRP of $ 16.300 and $ 17.250 for five-speed manual and four high-speed sequential automatic gearbox, respectively. MSRPs do not include shipping costs.

2012 Scion iQ Hatchback

2012 Scion iQ Hatchback

2012 Scion iQ Hatchback

2012 Scion iQ Hatchback

2012 Scion iQ Hatchback

2012 Scion iQ Base Hatchback Vehicle Performance

• Engine: 1.3L in-linefour-cylinder DOHC with variable valve timing and four valves per cylinder
• Unleaded fuel
• Fuel economy: EPA (08):, 36 MPG city, 37 MPG highway, 37 MPG combined and 313 mi. range
• Multi-point fuel injection
• 8.5gallon fuel tank
• Power (SAE): 94 hp @ 6,000 rpm; 89 ft lb of torque @ 4,400 rpm

2011 Scion TC

Toyota Scion points jubilation that is the youngest average customer in the industry and that 71 percent of all 800,000 or so slides were sold to buyers who are new to Toyota. It seems Scion customers are the latest generation of America, Millennium, which are in their middle of this coming of age of the phase of his life. Its oldest members are about 30 years and the youngest is approaching puberty. Interestingly, with a median age of 29, he is the tC coupe has 310,000 total sales since 2002 (or 41 percent of all production Scion) managed to attract a younger clientele of all.In other words, when the funky xB may be better known, it is that the TC is the most important brand of the product. So, it needs a new Scion tC in 2011 to be the undisputed hit. Especially when the second generation xB is, many of the measures do not live up to the success of its direct predecessor to close.

The new 2011 tC is very similar to the previous generation. The differences are subtle, but there have been improvements in several key areas: engine options, the performance of government and stereo.The new tC is powered by a new 2.5L four-cylinder engine that turns out 180 hp and 173 Nm of torque and 19 hp and 11 Nm for a bump compared to the outgoing 2.4-liter model, and is connected to the standard six speed manual gearbox to replace the old five-speed unit. There are bigger brakes on all four corners, too.The new car will be sitting on the platform updated version of the previous McPherson suspension with double wishbones front and back again, more often an anti-roll bars and large 18-inch wheels and tires. The new power control system includes a ratio 14.8:1 ratio faster than the old hydraulic system 17.7:1.More power, bigger brakes, revised suspension and steering feel improved. Piece it all together and the 2011 tC still does not work anywhere near as a real sport. "Tuned" exhaust drones a strong acceleration. Very interesting and makes me afraid to stomp the pedal - something must be done very often depending on the car, and its 2.5-liter engine, which is a power curve is flatter than the cornfield in Iowa.If the exterior looks a little familiar (especially the way the C-pillar) should not be surprising, because the style is influenced by the concept of fuses introduced back in 2006 at the Auto Show in New York. With its high gates, the TC has redesigned the glass area less than the Camaro. As for the back door, ou might think that developers include a wiper blade of the rear window is tilted almost horizontal.The interior is comfortable, decently attractive, and is free of plastic door that is covered in the radio head unit in the old car. Budget trimming is evident everywhere, judging by the size of the hard plastics used in the cockpit. A Saving Grace is on the steering wheel. The thick frame with a flat bottom, are wrapped in leather and something you enjoy each day wrapping your fingers around every time you slip into the sports coupe.

If the drone of the "tune" the exhaust run down, and buyers will appreciate the three units of the audio head. The tC has a base 300-watt 8-speaker Pioneer audio system with auxiliary audio input ports and USB connection for iPod. Buyers can also opt for a premium Alpine sound system with a plug-in for a navigation system or a backup camera and XM Satellite Radio ®. The top-of-the-line unit has an integrated navigation system.The 2011 tC can look very similar to the previous generation, but has some important improvements that are not immediately visible, as the most powerful engine, a recalibrated suspension and more standard equipment. But do not expect these improvements add up to a performance car since the tC lacks the energy to do something beyond the grocery store. TC lack of performance, it does redeem itself by offering a compact car safe, comfortable and quiet with some practical utility to the mix.+ Plus :* Optional Alpine sound system* Smart iPod interface* Reclining rear seat- Minus :* New exterior design looks very close to the first generation* Too much use of hard plastics inside the cabin* Droning exhaust note* Uninspiring road handling dynamics

2012 Scion iQ

Moped car have always insisted that you make concessions to the absurd. Most of them seem to be a circus clown car or get it to behave like a circus clown. Generally, they are pitifully small and slow. And there was always something derogatory term for them is going through the windshield clamshell phone for entry or curled up next to the adjacent halves. Although it may be the perfect collection of microbes, or to read microfiche, motorcycle car have traditionally been impractical. But what if you could design one to behave like a real car? Then you should Scion iQ.




Often the only climb in the cockpit iQ is convinced that this is not looking for the opportunity to be different. But the wide doorways, low thresholds and anatomical seat to dispel the doubts you may have about convenience and comfort.

Once started, the first positive reaction iQ continue if the gains speed quickly and quietly. A width of 53 inches from the cockpit is enough for the iQ feel like a compact sedan. Due to its 10 meter length is 18 inches longer than the smart car, it also has enough storage space behind you to help the IQ of a car at the weekend for a couple realistic. Of course, the use of the 16.7 cubic feet of space forces the rear seats fold flat. If not, limited internal storage, only 3.5 cubic feet.

While the bills as a Scion iQ 3 +1, which will never be more than 3 adults in the car at that time. The passenger seat is actually located in front of the driver's seat to make room for the rear passenger's legs, enough to sneak in the back. The "a" Addendum to be an animal, an infant or an elf.




If the car is only 94 bhp available, the iQ is very mischievous. In a straight line acceleration, Scion seems faster than the Fiat 500 or the Chevy Volt, in particular, 0-30 mph in either direction from the General. The reason for the iQ charging start-up is exceptionally low curb weight is 2127 pounds. A couple of fly-weights of the body structure is the multiplication of the instantaneous torque continuously variable transmission provided by the iQ, and you have the perfect formula for a strong gas. Since the constraints of packaging, manual transmission is offered to the Scion, but the CVT does not manumatic action game, you can afford the choice of engine speed ranges. Top speed is 100 mph iQ.

With a car that weighs just over one tonne, the iQ is a flyweight boxing in a ring full of trucks. Therefore, Scion has 11 airbags stuffed in this tiny module to allay fears about the survival of an accident. In fact, even the trunk lid has the airbag first time there.

Often overlooked part of the credit collapse of the ability of the vehicle to avoid a first. Here, the iQ is bright thanks to a clear go-kart handling. Very telling statistic here is the iQ a radius of 12.7 meters big break. Although most of the compact sedans to make a good turnaround within the normal two-lane road, the iQ could be a couple of them in the same state.

At one point during my test drive, I found a small diameter traffic roundabout. The Scion was so anxious to temper all the obstacle that I managed to turn the island warm up three times without a single correction to the fat, red stitched leather steering wheel.

Scion iQ to prove that the cars moped does not need to be a slow, disruptive or impractical. 2012 iQ goes on sale in 7 different colors $ 15,995 in California, Washington, Oregon and Arizona October 1, 2011. Sales outside the United States later.



ENGINE: 1.3 liter DOHC inline 4 with VVT-I
HORSEPOWER: 94hp at 6000rpm
TORQUE: 89 lb.-ft, at 4400rpm
TRANSMISSION: CVT
FUEL CONSUMPTION: 36 MPG City/37 MPG Highway
PRICE AS TESTED: $15,995