subject: The Customization Of Scion's Tc 2011 Design [print this page] 2011 Scion tC is the latest edition rolled out by the Toyota Motor Corporation as a part of its Scion family. The car has undergone some major redesigning.
The engine
The car has a four stroke engine with a capacity of 2.5 liters. This engine is said to have 180 horsepower along with a torque of 173 pound-feet, an improvement over the present engine which has a capacity of 2.4 liters, 161 horsepower, and a torque of 162 pound-foot. According to Toyota, this engine has a better fuel economy and has a sport-tuned exhaust system.
The transmissions
Replacing the four-speed automatic and the five-speed manual are the six-speed sequential-shift automatic and six-speed manual respectively.
Ride height
The new Scion tC has a lower ride height when compared with its predecessors.
Suspension
For the front suspension MacPherson struts are used while the back has double wishbones. The aluminum-alloy rims are eighteen inches in diameter and come with larger brakes.
Steering
The electronic power steering has been improved and has a three-spoke steering wheel. On the steering wheel you can find controls to the audio system. This will help you to operate the audio system without removing your hand from the steering wheel.
The interiors
The cockpit has not only more room, but also has new sport bucket seats; while the instrument cluster has been redesigned. A panoramic moon roof is present. The audio system comes with eight speakers and is capable of playing radio channels like FM and AM. It can also play music from storage devices like USB and CD. The storage capacity has been increased.
Safety features
The new Scion tC comes with Traction Control, Brake Assist, Vehicle Stability Control, Anti-lock Brakes, Electronic Brake Force Distribution, eight air bags, and active front-headrests. Even the knees of the front seat passenger and the driver are protected by air bags.
