subject: The Interior Complements The Exterior Performance And Look With Unique Five Axis Trim [print this page] Toyota Motor Corporation has unveiled the latest addition to its scion family, the all new Scion tC. This model has been redesigned.
Enhanced engine
The new inline four-cylinder engine comes with a capacity of 2.5 liters. It has 180 horse power an increase of 19 horse power over the present model. The torque per pound-feet has been increased from 162 to 173. This engine has a better fuel economy and has a sport-tuned exhaust system.
The transmission
The car comes in two new transmission models - six-speed sequential-shift automatic and six-speed manual. In the automatic model every time you make a sequential-shift the car gains two gears, while the manual model gives you an improved shift-feel. The previous model comes with either a four-speed automatic or a five-speed manual.
The platform
The ride height has been lowered. MacPherson struts are used for the front suspension while the rear suspension has a double-wishbone. The wheels have aluminum-alloy rims that are eighteen inches in diameter. The size of the brakes has increased.
The interiors
The all new Scion tC comes with a cockpit that more space and new sport bucket seats. One of the new features is a redesigned instrument cluster. You also have a panoramic moonroof. There is an audio system that comes with eight speakers. This audio system plays both AM and FM as well as from storages devices like USB and CD. Controls to this audio system are also found in the steering wheel. It has an increased storage capacity.
Safety features
This car comes with an array of safety features including Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Traction Control, Anti-lock Brakes, Brake Assist, Vehicle Stability Control, active front-headrests, and eight air-bags. There are also airbags to protect the knees of the driver as well as the front seat passenger.
