SCION iQ

Meeting the needs of a new trendsetting generation of urban drivers, the iQ succeeds at 
taking big ideas and concentrating them into a small package.  Made possible by intelligent and 
functional packaging, the iQ is a small car that offers the functionality and comfort that drivers 
expect from a car twice its size.

  The 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 iQ’s 
geometric shape. Side mirrors with integrated turn signals accent the clean design.  The rear 
emphasizes the vehicle’s modern style.  Trapezoidal lines run toward the wheels, from the hatch to the bumper’s rear diffuser-like accent, creating a substantial presence. With a 78.7-inch 
wheelbase and a unique suspension design – consisting of MacPherson struts up front, and a 
torsion beam rear suspension – the three-door hatchback can deftly maneuver through city 
traffic.  In addition, its overall length of only 120.1-inches, width of 66.1-inches, and short front and rear overhangs create a confident stance that still allows the iQ to fit into virtually any urban parking scenario. 
  Engineering innovations like a compact air-conditioning unit, inverted front-mounted 
differential, and electronic power-steering system with compact steering column, all amount to 
significant decreases in front-end length.  In addition, the iQ is equipped with a flat gas tank 
housed beneath the floor that reduces rear overhang.The 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.  A first for Scion, extra-slim front seat backs are utilized to provide rear 
passengers with ample legroom.  The rear seats are extremely versatile, featuring a 50/50 split 
and the ability to fold flat, creating enough storage to accommodate up to two golf bags.  
  The iQ is small in size but large on safety.  Active safety features include Vehicle 
Stability Control (VSC), an anti-lock brake system (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Traction Control (TRAC).
  The iQ will come standard with 10 SRS airbags, including the world's first rear-window 
curtain airbag.  Other airbags include driver- and front-passenger airbags; driver- and front- 
passenger seat-mounted side airbags; side curtain airbags; driver- and front-passenger knee 
airbags; and a Scion-first driver seat-cushion airbag.
  The 2011 iQ is equipped with a 1.3-liter, four-cylinder engine that produces over 90 
horsepower and features the latest dual VVT-i, which allows it to be impressively efficient, 
providing a broader powerband yet requiring less fuel and generating fewer emissions. 
  The iQ’s engine is combined with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) that 
helps deliver smooth acceleration and excellent fuel efficiency.  The iQ will be rated as an Ultra 
Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV-II), and it is expected to achieve a combined fuel economy in the high 30s, comparable to similar vehicles that feature less passenger and cargo capacity.
  The iQ comes standard with a six-speaker audio system and is available with multiple 
audio head units for various degrees of audiophiles.  All 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.

 

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