Toyota Scion 2013 FR-S Hits Dealerships

Toyota Scion 2013 FR-S

The Toyota Scion 2013 FR-S is now available in dealerships across the U.S.

The new Toyota Scion is the fifth model to join the Scion family and serves as the halo car for the brand.

"The incredibly positive buzz surrounding the FR-S has generated an impressive list of hand-raisers and pre-sold orders,” said Scion vice president Jack Hollis. "Scion is thrilled that the FR-S is now available throughout its strong network of about 1,000 dealers. We can’t wait for performance driving enthusiasts to get into the FR-S because we know that they are going to love it!"

The high-performance coupe has a MSRP of $24,200 when equipped with a six-speed manual transmission, and $25,300 when equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission.

The Toyota Scion 2013 FR-S (Front-engine, Rear-wheel drive, Sport) comes standard with a 2.0-liter boxer engine that produces an impressive 200 horsepower and 151 pound-feet of torque. The flat engine is mounted extremely low, giving the car a dynamically low center of gravity comparable to some exotic supercars.

Despite the engine’s powerful 100-horsepower per liter, the FR-S has EPA-estimated ratings of 34 mpg on the highway when paired with the automatic transmission, and EPA-estimated 30 mpg with the manual transmission.

To help bring the rear-wheel-drive design to life, the FR-S features a standard Torsen limited-slip differential, apportioning power to the rear wheels with precision and immediacy.

Lightweight 17×7-inch alloy wheels and ventilated disc brakes are standard on all four corners.

The FR-S’s interior includes a 2+2 seating configuration that is designed with both form and function in mind. The comfortable yet assertive front seats feature deep bolsters and are mounted extremely low, while the rear seat folds down flat, creating flexible space.

The large center-mounted tachometer is the focus of the three-gauge cluster and features a programmable shift-indicator, which has a small but intense indicator that lights up when redline is reached.  The FR-S features a performance-oriented, leather-trimmed steering wheel that has both tilt and telescopic adjustment. The FR-S comes standard with an eight-speaker AM/FM/CD/USB 300-watt maximum output Pioneer audio system as well as HD Radio technology and Bluetooth connectivity.