Toyota\scion IQ concept specs

At the 2009 New York Auto Show, Scion unveiled a special concept version of the Scion iQ micro-subcompact car designed to meet the transportation needs of young urban trendsetters.
Scion iQ concept is the intelligent answer to this need for highly emotional and efficient urban transportation. The convenience of having work, entertainment and culture nearby for young city-dwellers is a significant draw to urban centers. The vehicle must be able to navigate narrow, congested streets, park in tight places, have impressive fuel economy, and have compelling design and function.
Scion iQ concept is the intelligent answer to this need for highly emotional and efficient urban transportation. The convenience of having work, entertainment and culture nearby for young city-dwellers is a significant draw to urban centers. The vehicle must be able to navigate narrow, congested streets, park in tight places, have impressive fuel economy, and have compelling design and function.

POWERTRAIN

• Engine: 1.3-liter, four-cylinder, VVT-i
• Horsepower: 93 hp
• Torque: 89 lb.-ft.
• Drivetrain: Front wheel drive

DIMENSIONS (inches)

• Overall Length: 126.9
• Overall Width:
  • 71.4 without side mirrors
  • 79.3 including side mirrors
• Overall Height:
  • 56.9 without antenna
  • 62.5 including antenna
• Wheelbase: 78.7
• Seating Capacity: 3+1

MODIFICATIONS

• Exhaust: Five Axis custom stainless exhaust
• Wheels: Five:AD S6:F custom wheels with nickel finish prototyped by MetalFX 18x8.5 ET03
• Tires: Yokohama S.drive 2.5/40R18
• Suspension: TEIN Super Street coilover suspension
• Body:
  • Five Axis widebody conversion
  • Burnt nickel accents
  • Custom accented headlights and taillights

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