What: Drift West is the leading drifting organization on the West Coast, hosting a four-round drifting championship. Come and take a spin behind the wheel of the all new Scion FR-S on a specifically designed track.
Time: 7:30 am - 7pm
Registration Details:
Please see Drift West
Ticket Details:
Spectators - $20 at the gate, $15 online
What: CSCS is the leading automotive lifestyle and motorsport event in Ontario. Don't miss this action packed event with drag racing, time attack, drifting and open lapping. Want more? Come and experience the all new FR-S on the track while a hot shoe driver takes you and your friends on some hot laps. Want to drive? Come and test-drive the all new Scion FR-S or the Scion tC on the 1/4 mile drag strip.
Time: 11:00am - 7:00pm
Registration Details:
Drag Racing: At the track, $50
Drifting: Must pre-register at cscs.ca, $90
Time Attack: Must pre-register at cscs.ca, $160
Show & Shine: At the track, $20
Ticket Details:
Spectators: $20
What: The VCMC Series gives drivers a chance to race against the clock, one-at-a-time, on a course designed with skill, fun, and safety in mind. To kick start the season, Scion has teamed up with the VCMC organizers to offer participants a chance to test-drive the all new Scion FR-S.
Time: 8:00am - 5pm, access to facility June 2 for setup if necessary
Registration Details: Register online at www.Karelo.com or www.motorsportsreg.com - $40 per Car/Driver
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What: The DMCC (Drift Mania Canadian Championship) is the leading drifting series in the country. Don't miss some of the hottest sideways action in the country, including Scion's very own star, Pat Cyr. Scion will also be on site with some cool contests and prizes, as well as with the brand new Scion FR-S.
Time: June 2: 11:00am - 11:30pm, June 3: 10:00am - 4:30pm
Ticket Details:
Regular Ticket: At the gate: $30 - Online: $25 + cost management (Gift bag included)
VIP Tickets: $150 (Gift bag included). All tickets provide access to Saturday for the professional competition and Sunday for Pro-Am competition.
Sunday only: $15 - Children under 12 are free at all times except for VIP (50% discount)
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What: The Push It To The Limit Series gives drivers a chance to race against the clock, one-at-a-time, on a course designed with skill, fun, and safety in mind. To kick start the season, Scion has teamed up with the the PITL organizers to offer participants a chance to test-drive the all new Scion FR-S.
Time: 7:30am - 5pm
Registration Details: Registration includes a Series T-shirt, reserved car number, points towards year-end championship, contingency prizes/sponsor prizes, and no-wait registration at events.
Event Registration: 7:30am - 9:00am - $40.00 per Driver
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What: The CADL Series gives drivers a chance to race against the clock, one-at-a-time, on a course designed with skill, fun, and safety in mind. To kick start the season, Scion has teamed up with the CADL organizers to set-up a second course on which participants will be able to test-drive the all new Scion FR-S.
Time: 8am - 4:30pm
Ticket Details:
Earlybird: $45
May 14 to May 17th: $55
Afterwards or the day of the event: $65
Toronto – April 2, 2012 – Scion’s high performance compact rear-wheel drive sports car will be available for sale this spring at a remarkably affordable Canadian manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $25,990. When equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission that features paddle shifters and rev-match technology the MSRP is $27,170.
“Scion’s goal was to achieve “Pure Balance” by designing a lightweight sports car with a low centre of gravity that also includes the world’s only boxer engine that uses Toyota’s D-4S direct and port injection system,” said Larry Hutchinson, Director of Scion in Canada. Add to this, the FR-S delivers exceptional performance and handling and a high level of style, and we’ve created a car that is fun to drive and offers a true sports car driving experience.”
The FR-S, which stands for Front-engine, Rear-wheel drive, Sport; is Scion’s definition of an authentic rear-wheel-drive sports car with exceptionally balanced performance and handling, compelling style, flexible utility and surprising fuel efficiency.
The FR-S is a true “scion,” born into a lengthy history of Toyota performance cars and motorsports. During planning and development, it was most inspired by the AE86 generation of the Corolla, better known as the Hachi-Roku, meaning “8-6” in Japanese. The AE86 was a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive coupe that was lightweight and well balanced, making it a solid choice for driving enthusiasts.
Inspired by the AE86, the FR-S is designed around the core goal of achieving “Pure Balance.” The balance begins with the strategic use of the world’s only flat boxer engine in a front-engine, rear-wheel drive configuration. The engine’s compact size and flat shape allow it to be mounted mid-ship and extremely low, giving the car a dynamically favourable front-to-rear weight ratio of 53:47 and a low centre of gravity comparable to some exotic supercars.
The FR-S’s 2.0-litre, naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine is the result of a joint development between Toyota and Subaru. The partnership begins by combining Subaru’s newly developed, horizontally opposed engine and Toyota’s cutting edge D-4S injection system that incorporates both direct and port injection. The D-4S system, partnered with a high 12.5:1 compression ratio, results in an impressive 200 horsepower and 151 pound-feet of torque.
The flat-four mates with either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission. The manual offers quick, precise shifts with a short-throw; while the automatic features aggressive up shifts and sporty rev-matched down shifts that are initiated by steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters. Power is transferred to the pavement via a standard Torsen® limited-slip differential.
The idea of “Pure Balance” is further realized by the FR-S’s lightweight design and compact size. The combination allows the car to be quick and nimble into and out of corners, with dynamic manoeuvrability and confident handling. The coupe’s weight is kept to a minimum by utilizing a lightweight aluminum hood, a solid roof, and by featuring a trunk design instead of a hatchback.
The FR-S low weight is matched with a dynamically tuned suspension setup consisting of MacPherson struts up front and a double wishbone system in the rear. Lightweight 17-inch alloy wheels and ventilated disc brakes are standard on all four corners.
The fierce exterior of the FR-S is a solid reflection of its inner power. The profile, inspired by the Toyota 2000GT, reveals a hood and roof-line that is remarkably sleek and low, giving it an aerodynamic shape that channels air cleanly over to the top. The low stance continues to exaggerate the coupe’s menacing face, which is made up of sharp lines, a wide mouth and angular headlights that house the projector-beam halogen lamps. The aggressive front fenders protrude upward and boast the iconic ‘86’ piston emblem, which highlights the car’s AE86 heritage as well as its unique new boxer engine. The rear fascia sits low and wide, with aerodynamic lower treatments that surround the sporty dual exhaust system. LEDs illuminate the edgy taillights, while centre-mounted backup lights finish the muscular design.
The FR-S will be available in seven colours including Raven, Asphalt, Hot Lava, Argento, Ultramarine, Firestorm and Whiteout.
The FR-S’s interior includes a 4 person seating configuration that is designed with both form and function in mind. The front seats feature deep bolsters and are mounted extremely low and are comfortable yet assertive, while the rear seat folds down flat, creating flexible space. The large centre-mounted tachometer is the focus of the three-gauge cluster and features a programmable shift-indicator, informing the driver of the engine’s vitals. Speed is monitored by both digital and analog gauges. The FR-S features a sporty leather-trimmed steering wheel that has both tilt and telescopic adjustment.
The FR-S will come standard with an eight-speaker AM/FM/CD/USB/MP3 160-watt maximum output Pioneer™ audio system and an Auxiliary Input Jack. Standard features also include Bluetooth® connectivity that allows both hands-free phone connection as well as streaming audio capability.
FR-S comes standard with six airbags, including dual-stage advanced driver- and front-passenger airbags, front-seat-mounted side airbags and side-curtain airbags.
Like all Scions, FR-S features the Star Safety System that includes Traction Control (TRAC), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Brake Assist (BA), an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), and Smart Stop Technology (SST).
Length | 4,235 mm (166.7 in.) | |
Width | 1,775 mm (69.9 in.) | |
Height | 1,285 mm (50.6 in.) (not including antenna base) | |
Wheelbase | 2,570 mm (101.2 in.) | |
Tread | Front | 1,520 mm (59.8 in.) |
| Rear | 1,540 mm (60.6 in.) | |
Seating capacity | 4 | |
Engine | Total displacement | 1,998 cc |
| Type | Horizontally opposed four-cylinder, D-4S injection, DOHC | |
| Bore × stroke | 86 × 86 mm. | |
| Maximum output | 200hp @ 7,000 rpm | |
| Maximum torque | 151 lb.-ft. @ 6,600 rpm | |
Transmission | 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters | |
Driveline | Rear-wheel drive | |
Suspension | Front | MacPherson struts |
| Rear | Double wishbone | |
Brakes | Front | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear | Ventilated Disc | |
Tires | Front | 215/45R17 |
| Rear | 215/45R17 | |
Fuel tank | 50 L (11 gallons) | |
Fuel | Premium Unleaded |
