SCION debuts 2011 tC (pg.4)
03-30-10, 09:42 PM
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that way a nice boost in power is as simple as a different SC pulley ad some simple mods and a boosted motor can be made more fun. I think the option of forced induction from Toyota would be great for a brand like Scion that is loved by tuners and the younger customers
03-30-10, 10:10 PM
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The headlights are very similar to the euro Accord/TSX. The rear... an acquired taste. It's very domestic looking (think Chrysler 300/Dodge Magnum). So a step forward and back- we're back where we started, LOL.
2.5L seems very likely since it's the current power plant in the Camry. 6MT also is logical since the Camry's manual option is a 6-speed. It will be interesting to see if it will also get the 6AT, or if it will get a 5AT.
It's doubtful to see another supercharger, IMO. With number crunching being a very likely scenario @ Toyota right now, previous model S/C sales will seal this one's fate. The price point of the complete kit prices it out of most buyer's hands. However, seeing a factory Supercharged 1.8L (Corolla/xD Dual VVT-i) would be awesome~ but I'm sure they ruled it out quickly as a simple pulley upgrade would cause some catastrophic issues.
2.5L seems very likely since it's the current power plant in the Camry. 6MT also is logical since the Camry's manual option is a 6-speed. It will be interesting to see if it will also get the 6AT, or if it will get a 5AT.
It's doubtful to see another supercharger, IMO. With number crunching being a very likely scenario @ Toyota right now, previous model S/C sales will seal this one's fate. The price point of the complete kit prices it out of most buyer's hands. However, seeing a factory Supercharged 1.8L (Corolla/xD Dual VVT-i) would be awesome~ but I'm sure they ruled it out quickly as a simple pulley upgrade would cause some catastrophic issues.
03-31-10, 05:53 AM
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That's what I was thinking. It's really not cool to go to a tuner meet and have someone chide you for having the same engine as a Camry.
03-31-10, 11:42 AM
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Oh but they know how to make a minivan look sporty with tons of "swagger"
Honda has ugly designs, and Toyota seems to recycle theirs.
