2011 SCION IQ Specs, Features, Prices on Motor World

The car could arrive late in 2010 as an 2011 model, or in early 2011 as a 2012.The 2011 sCION  IQ front-wheel-drive car comes with one of three engines and they are a 68-horsepower 1.0-liter VVT-i three-cylinder, a 99-hp 1.3-liter four-cylinder, or a 1.4-liter diesel four good for 90 hp and 140 lb-ft of torque. Both gas engines take a five-speed manual or a continuously variable transmission, while the diesel gets a six-speed manual.Billeud as an "intelligent solution to urban transport," the iQ was designed at Toyota's ED2 studio in southern France, but is built in Japan. The equipment list of the 2011 Scion iQ includes a six-speaker audio system with USB and auxiliary ports, steering-wheel-mounted controls and all the safety systems.2011 Scion iQ is based on Toyota's model.

The 2011 Scion iQ succeeds at taking big ideas and concentrating them into a small package.The 2011 Scion iQ is a small car that offers the functionality and comfort that drivers expect from a car.The 2011 Scion iQ’s functional “3+1” seating equates to the world’s smallest four-passenger vehicle. With the driver’s and front-passenger’s seats being slightly off set, this innovative seating arrangement allows for one adult behind the front passenger and a child, small package, or pet behind the driver.The 2011 Scion iQ’s profile, defined by a strong and high beltline, glides from the large, stout headlamps, up the A-pillar, across the roof and wraps around the rear, emphasizing the 2011 Scion iQ’s geometric shape. Side mirrors with integrated turn signals accent the clean design.The battery pack will replace the gasoline car's ultra-slim under-floor fuel tank.

The standard safety features includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), an anti-lock brake system (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Traction Control (TRAC).The 2011 Scion iQ comes standard with a six-speaker audio system and is available with multiple audio heads. All 2011 Scion iQs will be outfitted with USB and auxiliary ports, allowing personal devices to be easily integrated into the car. Steering-wheel-mounted controls command the audio system to adjust volume and shuffle through music sources such as CD, AM/FM, auxiliary input, or a library from your iPod or other USB device.To meet the US Standards this car needs minimal modifications, mostly to the bumpers.

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