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2013 Scion FR-S Brings the SPORT Back to the CAR

• Compact rear-wheel drive sports car makes world debut
  
• Low center of gravity and lightweight design achieves a “Pure Balance”
  
• 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.











^^^^ DAT ASS!!!!!






Toyota has won me over again

not a BIG fan of the back or the radio. but all in all i want ONE!!!!!

That's a stock radio, getting navi on mine.
The rear is hot! Stock tiny diffuser ftw!

when does it come out??

April 2012

200hp? I guess its just supposed to look fast.

^^^nothing boost can't fix

boosted2zz wrote:

^^^nothing boost can't fix

boosted2zz wrote:

^^^nothing boost can't fix

True statement. It looks like it wants to compete with the Genesis which isn't to far away with 223 hp. So it is cool that it comes non boosted I just would have liked to see 250ish. Now the ultimate question here is how close is that number to whp. Is it going to see a substantial drop due to rwd loss.

im suprised that it isnt boosted since its a joint venture with subi and yota.

The subie version isn't boosted or AWD but a lot of people say other versions might come in later years, I hope if they give it the STi logo to make it AWD since that's all subie makes now days... It's still very early to tell but I'm getting one as soon as it's released in the US in April.
Custom turbo, a nice drop and call it a day.

I thought the Subie version was supposed to come with an STi trim, boosted and AWD, pushing about 300+hp and around 240tq, or close to whatever the current STi specs are

Or maybe I was just dreaming

I hate new cars being unproven lol. Leaves so many questions. I'm wondering how the motor will hold up being boosted. Probably going to need to do motor work, that's a really high compression rate to throw a turbo on there -- 12.5:1

Yes at 12.5:1 CR I would not push boost over 5-6PSI, Celica's run 8PSI at 11.5:1CR.
Ill probably build the engine to handle more boost like I did for my Celica, but I want to enjoy this car as much as possible, the reviews say the handling is amazing and the fact that Toyota had balanced in mind makes the car super fun to drive, Can't wait to autocross it.

Blegthbloo there is confirm reports on the STi just rumors, the BRZ however has been made public and will also release next year.

i wonder what its going to cost. i hope its on the cheaper side, as i wouldnt mind ordering one

People are saying scion might start around 20K and Subaru already said the lower models of the BRZ are starting at 24K and that comes with navi, push start, better sound system, heated and better seats, for 24K Te Subaru seems like the best pick, I'll probably be going with Subaru if Scion can't add those extras for under 24K.

that would be nice

if u go to subaru get it from browns in manassas my cousins the gsm he controls the dealership jus sayin

not bad looking. hmm may have to take a drive up to that subaru dealership

Drew hit me up with his number.... I'm leaning more toward the subie, I don't want to be 25 and saying I own a scion lol no offense to any scion owner on the club....

So, everything I said in this thread is garbage lol. I am SERIOUSLY
contemplating how I can trade my Jetta for the FR-S. I like the BRZ and
all, but the FR-S just has a much better front end. I'm pretty sure I
am paying off one of my loans with my tax return parting out the Jetta
and trading it in for one. Probably Blue. Waiting until closer to see all the nailed down details to fully decide.

It's going to be a great car, BRZ, FR-S, or 86 they are all the same performance wise either way you go you'll still get the same performance. I'm going to my dealer tomorrow to put down my deposit, also going with blue since its my fav color

I would love to put down a deposit, but I'm going to wait to see how they actually look with my own eyes. Colors look different in person than in pictures. For all I know I will hate how it drives. Unlikely, but I would hate to get it all ordered up and planned out, and I'm not completely happy with it. Even if there is a back out clause in there, it's a lot of time I just spent having that money sit somewhere.

My hopes - Acquire FR-S, Sell VW wheels/suspension/gauge/pod. Use that to fund new wheels and suspension. Within first month have a dope looking FR-S.

do eeeeeeeeeeet