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Scion RWD - FTW?
The FR-S (which stands for front-engine, rear-wheel drive, sport) is a precursor to a new model that will join the Scion lineup next year. The new car is the spiritual successor to the AE86 Corolla, which remains a highly sought after model for its front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout, light curb weight and well balanced chassis.
A Subaru boxer engine will power the vehicle, but contrary to early rumors of a force-induced powerplant, it's a naturally aspirated 2.0-liter example. The engine features Toyota's D4-S injection system, which employs both direct and port injection to increase horsepower and torque, while maintaining fuel economy. Of course, that's not to say a turbocharged model couldn't come later on.
Transmission choices will include a six-speed manual or automatic transmission with steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters. A limited-slip differential will also be a part of the package to help effectively distribute power.
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Re: Scion RWD - FTW?
We don't have Scion in Europe, so I wonder what it's going to be called here. Toyota? Subaru? Toybaru? Lexus?
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Fun?Tups wrote:We don't have Scion in Europe, so I wonder what it's going to be called here. Toyota? Subaru? Toybaru? Lexus?
Just as long as they don't call it "Late to the fillin' station!"
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Fingers crossed for this vehicle. Toyota/Scion need some type of "fun" car in their lineup. Every other auto manufacturer does.
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Looks like a Z to me.
Why would Toyota put a Subaru engine in when Toyota is so popular for their own engines? They could use the 2.7 from the Tacoma if they don't want to adapt a transverse engine.
I don't know how the US market will like a car that looks like that but only has a 2.0 NA, unless it's bargain priced.
Anyway, I'm happy to see another RWD 3-pedal come to market.
Why would Toyota put a Subaru engine in when Toyota is so popular for their own engines? They could use the 2.7 from the Tacoma if they don't want to adapt a transverse engine.
I don't know how the US market will like a car that looks like that but only has a 2.0 NA, unless it's bargain priced.
Anyway, I'm happy to see another RWD 3-pedal come to market.
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At that price, they aren't looking to give them away, are they?Tups wrote:Expensive?Rope-Pusher wrote:Fun?
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Yes, FTW.
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2 liter? I'd rather have a Hyundai Genesis Coupe or a Ford Mustang.
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Well, it's supposed to be the successor of AE86, not the Supra.
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Can I still deliver tofu through Mount Akina with this car? That is the only thing I'm concerned about.
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But if it can't compete in the current market, what's the point?Tups wrote:Well, it's supposed to be the successor of AE86, not the Supra.
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What is it up against?ElectroGhandi wrote:But if it can't compete in the current market, what's the point?
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What else is new? But then again, Honda has been geared towards FF for as long as I can remember with a lot of their cars.
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"The new car is the spiritual successor to the AE86 Corolla, which remains a highly sought after model for its front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout, light curb weight and well balanced chassis."
So, how much light? How much power? If it was 2000 lbs and $175 horsepressure, it could be fun. At 3000 lbs, not so much.
So, how much light? How much power? If it was 2000 lbs and $175 horsepressure, it could be fun. At 3000 lbs, not so much.
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