CAR GARAGE | Scion iQ (2012) | Although short in length, the iQ has a wide stance at 66.1-inches, giving it a confident stance That handles like a much larger car Instead of sacrificing features or comfort to Reduced its footprint, the iQ intelligent design relies on. A compact front-mounted differential, high-mounted steering rack with electronic power-steering, and a compact air-conditioning units of all amount to significant decreases in front-end length. In Addition, the iQ is equipped with a flat gas tank housed Beneath the floor That reduces rear overhang.
In order to be Considered a premium micro-subcompact, the Scion iQ comes standard with safety features That drivers expect and demand. The iQ is packed with an industry leading 11 standard airbags, Including the world's first rear window airbag. Other airbags include driver-and front-passenger airbags; driver-and front-passenger side airbags seat mounted; side curtain airbags; driver-and front-passenger knee airbags; and a Scion-first driver-and front-passenger seat-cushion airbags.
All IQS will come standard with the Star Safety System, the which includes anti lock Brakes (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA), Traction Control (TRAC), Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and Smart Stop Technology brake-override. A tire-pressure monitoring system is also standard equipment. The rear emphasizes the vehicle's modern style. The iQ will be available in seven exterior colors, Including Blizzard Pearl, Classic Silver Metallic, Magnetic Gray Metallic, Black Sand Pearl, Hot Lava, Pacific Blue Metallic Metallic and Black Currant.
The iQ truly focuses on youth with its all-new standard AM / FM / CD / HD / USB 160-watt maximum output Pioneer audio system. Standard features for all 2012 Scions include Bluetooth connectivity, the which allows both hands-free phone connection and streaming audio capability, and HD Radio technology. Streaming audio allows compatible phone or personal media devices to pair with the audio system and deliver music through the vehicles sound system. The audio system also features an organic electroluminescent (OEL) screen with a personalized welcome screen, iPod / USB connectivity, Advanced Sound Retriever (ASR), and a sub woofer RCA output.
The optional 200-watt maximum output Pioneer Premium audio system has the same features as the standard Pioneer audio, but it is enhanced with a 8.5-inch LCD touch-screen display, features iTunes Tagging, Pandora Internet Radio connected through iPhone, and six RCA outputs to add external amplifiers. All three of the audio systems retain key Scion audio system features as Scion Sound Processing Such (SSP) where listeners can choose from three per-set equalizer settings, satellite radio compatibility and MP3 and WMA capability.
