Scion FR-S Concept was revealed by Scion Company at 2011 New York Auto Show. This new coupe variant is presented in vivid exterior shade in red accent. The design of this Scion FR-S coupe is inspired by the AE86 generation of the Corolla which has rear-wheel drive and front-mounted flat 2.0-liter boxer engine. This elegance coupe will be produced massively at 2012. The design of this Scion coupe is intended to express ‘pure balance’. The feature of rear-drive system produces low center-gravity and enhanced the weight distribution of the vehicle. The detail of this coupe variant is on the following press release:
Design
The idea of “pure balance” is further underlined by the lightweight design and short wheelbase.
The profile is inspired by the Toyota 2000GT, reveals a hood-line that is remarkably sleek and low, made possible by the boxer’s architecture.
The low stance continues to exaggerate the FR-S’ menacing face, which is made up of sharp lines, a wide mouth and angular headlights that include bright LED clusters.
The solid panel roofline is sleek, lightweight and rigid, slotted with an aerodynamic shape that channels air cleanly over to the top.
The front fenders protrude upward, making space for the monoblock Five Axis 20×8.5-inch wheels, while the muscular rear fenders are widened to house the 20×10.5-inch wheels, emphasizing the FR-S’ stance and rear-wheel-drive setup.
The rear fascia sits low and wide, with extensive lower treatments that surround the dual exhaust exits and contribute to the aerodynamics. LEDs illuminate both the tail-lights and the bold logo.
The FR-S Concept is painted in Code Red, a custom blend of candy and a developmental additive from BASF called Mearlite SSQ.
Technical Features
The FR-S is powered by a 2.0 liter boxer engine equipped with Toyota’s D4-S injection system. The unit can be coupled with either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission, controlled via the steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters
The brake system features four-piston-caliper front brakes that clamp down on 18-inch annular carbon ceramic matrix rotors, fixed to the wheels in a motorcycle-fashion.
