New York 2010: Scion iQ Debuts as a Mini-er and Smart-er Alternative

[Administrator]

Scion has just revealed the production model iQ at the New York Auto Show, which the company claims is the smallest four-seater in the world. At just 120-inches long it is roughly one-foot longer than the Smart fortwo. Saying it’s a 4-seater is a bit of a stretch, however, and Scion does qualify that it’s more of a 3+1, with the “1″ being a child.

Referred to by Scion as a “premium micro sub compact” the iQ is powered by a 1.3-liter 4-cylinder and gets a CVT transmission. No performance or fuel economy numbers are available, but Scion says to expect fuel economy in the high-30 mpg range.

Scion also wants to highlight the car’s safety features, with standard abs, vehicle stability control traction control and 10 airbags – including a world’s first rear window curtain airbag.

Qnd keeping with Scion’s youth-oriented approach with a six-speaker audio system, USB and auxiliary ports, as well as steering wheel mounted controls.

The iQ will go on sale as a 2011 model starting early next year.


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[iqman]

NOw that's one hot looking car... Is this one coming to Canada?

[Administrator]

Scion launches in Canada later in 2010. I doubt it but you never know.

[iqman]

That sucks... what would the pricetag on this one be?

[iqman]

Btw, nice reporting job on your autoguide site..

[HighIQ]

Looks nice and clean for a smaller car. I seen a Top gear episode recently in which they have small competition with the smaller compacts. I cant believe the Scion IQ is a 4 seater!

I dont know who is going to be sitting in the back of one of these. I would be surprised If you could fit a school bag back there.

I really like it though... The IQ is a great alternative for the smartcar and probably have the price.

[iqman]

I love the rims on that baby.

[iqman]

oh i guess i'll post in intro soon... i just found this site from autoguide site...

[Administrator]

I cant imagine the costs would be that high... You arent getting much car, BUT it is awesome looking and probably has a good fit for the youth generation.

Especially if you do it up like the one in the banner. Its looks real nice with a body kit and rims.

[IQ-Girl]

Car looks great!!!! I don't know how I am going to wait till early next year for this car!!!!

I absolutely LOVE the rim choice also, good job SCION!

[Icecold]

Take out 5 air bags and give me a manual transmission please.

It will be like a massive bouncy castle inside the interior if you get in a car accident

[gear-dog]

Take out 5 air bags and give me a manual transmission please.

It will be like a massive bouncy castle inside the interior if you get in a car accident

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Nice... I agree. This one is basically done for me with no stick. Too bad. I like the image of the bouncy castle though. Perhaps it might feel more like being inside a soccer ball at a world cup match?

[Icecold]

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nice... I agree. This one is basically done for me with no stick. Too bad. I like the image of the bouncy castle though. Perhaps it might feel more like being inside a soccer ball at a world cup match?

lol :d :d

[iq technocraft]

it does look alot more purposefull than the euro version

[Administrator]

Btw, nice reporting job on your autoguide site..

Glad you like it. We try to stay on top of things. I find myself using the site more and more often for finding images and reviews of new cars.

Nadeem