Scions goal for the FR-S is to achieve "Pure Balance" which is demonstrated by the cars
53:47 front to rear weight ratio and low center gravity. It has an exclusive flat-four boxer
engine which is derived from Suburu. Associate Japenese automaker Suburu was heavily
involved in the design and development of the FR-S, even designing their own version of
the car under the byname of Suburu BRZ. This shared 2.0 liter engine utilizes
both direct and port injection , and is able to squeeze out 200 horsepower and 151 lb-ft of
torque. The power is sent through the rear wheels via six speed manual or a six speed
automatic transmission. it features steering wheel mounted paddle shifters and rev-
matching. Scion went to great lengths to keep the FR-S as light as
possible, which explains why the automaker opted for a traditional trunk rather than a
heavier hatchback. The FR-S also comes equipped with an aluminum hood and a sunroof
isn't offered. The FR-S rolls on lightweight 17-inch wheels wrapped in Michelin Primacy HP
tires used on Toyota's hybrids in Japan for a balanced handling feel. The car comes with an
array of electronic driver aids, including traction control, a stability control system, ABS, and
electronic brake-force distribution (EBD) with Brake Assist.There are also passive safety
features such as front and side airbags for the driver and passenger, along with
side curtain airbags for all four passengers. There is also a tire-pressure monitoring system
and a start/stop system for saving gas.
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