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Scion Racing Debuts FR-S Race Car
• FR-S race car will compete in 2012 Formula DRIFT series• 'First 86' program offers chance to be among the first to own the FR-S
• FR-S will offer brand new connected audio system called BeSpoke
Detroit – January 9, 2012 – Scion today unveiled its Scion Racing/GReddy FR-S race car during a press conference at the 2012 North American International Auto Show. The FR-S will be competing in the 2012 Formula DRIFT series wîth veteran driver Ken Gushi behind the wheel.
The 600-horsepower FR-S race car is the result of a collaboration between Scion Racing and GReddy, a performance-products company that has been involved wîth Toyota and racing for over twenty years.
The race car is inspired by the 2013 Scion FR-S, a compact rear-wheel-drive sports car that will go on sale in the spring of 2012. The high-performance coupe is the fifth model to join the Scion family.
'First 86' Program
In response to a large volume of FR-S hand-raisers, Scion also announced that it will launch a special program called 'First 86.' The program will give 86 lucky people the opportunity to be among the first to own the Scion FR-S. The selected 86 owners will take delivery of their car before it goes on-sale to the general public. Starting Jan. 12 at Noon EST, FR-S enthusiasts will have 8 hours and 6 minutes to submit their request at www.ScionFirst86.com.
BeSpoke Infotainment Audio System
Scion also announced that its 2013 FR-S will be the first car to offer a connected infotainment audio system called BeSpoke, powered by Pioneer's Zypr™. Scion's BeSpoke aims to offer a higher level of connectivity wîth features that drivers have been asking for such as access to a wide variety of personalized content and services.
'Beginning last year, all Scion models come standard wîth Bluetooth® Hands-Free and HD Radio™ Technology,' said Jack Hollis, Vice President Scion. 'Scion's new BeSpoke system will take in-car technology to the next level, offering owners the ability to be more connected.' 2013 Scion FR-S
The FR-S – which stands for Front-engine, Rear-wheel drive, Sport – is Scion's definition of an authentic rear-wheel-drive sports car wîth exceptionally balanced performance and handling, compelling style, flexible utility and surprising MPG.
'Serving as a laboratory for Toyota, Scion is always experimenting wîth new things,' Hollis §äid. 'The brand is iconic wîth the xB, adrenalized by the tC, and groundbreaking wîth the iQ. The FR-S will no doubt serve as the halo car, expanding Scion into a new dimension of driving performance.'
Inspired by the AE86 Toyota Corolla, the FR-S is designed around the core goal of achieving 'Pure Balance,' which begins wîth 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.
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| Engine : Power: 600 hp | |
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The flat-four mates wîth either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission. (posted on conceptcarz.com) The manual offers quick, precise shifts wîth a short-throw; while the automatic transmission features aggressive up shifts and sporty rev-matched down shifts that are initiated by §teering-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, wîth 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 interior features a 2+2 seating configuration that is designed wîth 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.Source - Scion
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