Scion San Diego of San Diego CA serving Kearny Mesa, Escondido, El Cajon, Carlsbad is one of the finest Scion dealerships.
5910 Mission Gorge RdSan Diego, CA, 92120619-280-4100
Website: www.scionsandiego.com
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2. Model Strengths
Room for four in a tiny package; decent power for its
size; excellent fuel efficiency; great highway manners;
easy to maneuver
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4. Model Overview
The Scion iQ is tiny, with a wheelbase of just 78.7 inches. However, it's
amazing what Toyota engineers have been able to pack into the
allotted space. Up front is a 94-hp 1.3L inline-4-cylinder with variable
valve timing. The unit is mated to a continuously variable transmission
that can propel the iQ to 60 mph in just under 12 seconds. More
importantly, the iQ returns 36 mpg in the city and 37 mpg on the
highway. The iQ rides on 16-inch steel wheels, which are suspended by
MacPherson struts up front and a torsion beam in the rear. Braking is
courtesy of ventilated front discs and rear drums. Seating for four is
technically possible, but the rear 50/50 split-folding seats are often
better suited to carrying a small payload. Cargo capacity is 16.7 cubic
feet of space with the seats down. Front seating, on the other hand, is
quite ample, with nearly 41 inches of leg room.
7. Standard exterior features include keyless entry, a rear wiper and folding
side mirrors with turn signal indicators. Inside there are standard
amenities such as air conditioning, 4-way front seats, outside
temperature gauge and power locks, mirrors, and windows, with driver
and passenger one-touch auto up/down. Also included is a leather-
wrapped tilt steering wheel with audio controls, a 160-watt Pioneer CD
stereo, auxiliary audio and USB inputs and Bluetooth hands-free
connectivity. Optional equipment for the iQ includes exterior body
moldings and rear spoiler, fog lights, special door sill overlays and
illumination, interior lighting, Toyota Racing Development sport
suspension components and alloy wheels. As in all Scions, safety has
been engineered into the iQ. The car includes eleven airbags, anti-lock
brakes with electronic brake distribution, traction control, stability
control and a tire pressure monitor.
10. Model Changes
After its introduction last year, the Scion IQ is mostly unchanged for 2013. It
receives minor updates to its standard equipment, adding a rear speaker and
some extra storage space. Both pieces of equipment were optional on last year's
car.
Model Value
The Scion iQ, similar to Smart's offerings, goes above and beyond the similarly
sized Fortwo. The iQ is an engineering powerhouse, with excellent freeway
manners for such a small car, as well as an in-the-city demeanor that makes it a
snap to maneuver. Its turning radius of 25.8 feet out-performs the Smart by
nearly three feet and interior materials are top-notch. When the ways that Scion
allows for personalizing its vehicles are factored, the iQ shows itself to be a
popular choice for urban dwellers who need to get around.
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13. Scion San Diego of San Diego CA serving Kearny
Mesa, Escondido, El Cajon, Carlsbad is one of the
finest Scion dealerships.
5910 Mission Gorge Rd
San Diego, CA, 92120
619-280-4100
Website: www.scionsandiego.com
14. 2014 SCION IQ REVIEW VIRTUAL
TEST DRIVE | SAN DIEGO 92120