Scion tC

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Scion tC
2007 Scion tC
Manufacturer Toyota Motor Corporation
Production 2004–present
Model years 2005-present
Assembly Tsutsumi, Japan
Class Compact
Body style 3-door liftback
Layout FF layout
Related Toyota Avensis

The Scion tC is an automobile manufactured and sold by Scion, a division of Toyota. Introduced in the United States in June 2004 and Canada in 2010. The name tC does not fit in with its stablemates the xA, xB, and xD, because the name XC designation has already been used by Volvo for its lineup of sport utility vehicles. According to Scion, tC stands for touring coupe. The tC is sold as the Toyota Zelas in the Middle East, China, Central and South America.[1]

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[edit] First generation

First generation
2008-2010 Scion tC
Production 2004–2010
Model years 2005-2010
Engine 2.4L 2AZ-FE straight-4
Transmission 4-speed automatic
5-speed manual
Wheelbase 106.3 in (2,700 mm)
Length 174.0 in (4,420 mm)
Width 69.1 in (1,755 mm)
Height 55.7 in (1,415 mm)
Curb weight 2,905 lb (1,318 kg) (manual) 2,970 lb (1,350 kg) (automatic)

Toyota debuted the production tC at the January 2004 NAIAS with sales beginning in June 2004 as a 2005 model year. The Scion tC was designed to appeal to the Millennial market.[2] Toyota hoped to do so by making standard features numerous and optional features extremely easy to add. The Scion tC shares its chassis with the Avensis[3] and uses a MacPherson strut front and double wishbone rear suspension. Its low price (base MSRP of US$17,670 for the 2009 model with manual transmission) is a major feature, as well as the pure "monospec" pricing marketing style that Toyota has adopted. This generation was not sold in Canada.

Major standard equipment included power windows, cruise control, air conditioning, keyless entry, mirror-mounted turn signal lights, four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, a 160-watt Pioneer sound system with CD player, 17" alloy wheels and a panoramic moonroof.

The tC received a minor facelift in 2007 for the 2008 model year that included a revised grille and new head- and taillights.

A bare-bones version of the Scion tC known as the spec package was offered without many of the standard accessories. The Scion tC spec package replaces the 17-inch (430 mm) alloy wheels with 16-inch (410 mm) steel wheels and seven spoke wheel covers. The glass roof is fixed in place and the steering wheel is made of urethane instead of wrapped leather and lacks stereo controls; cruise control is also not offered and many other minor interior and exterior changes. This model, which is meant to serve as a blank slate to the tuner market, was offered in only four colors: Super White, Flint Mica, Black Sand Pearl and Classic Silver Metallic. MSRP was $1,400 less than the standard model. The Spec package was discontinued for the 2009 model year.

[edit] Specifications

  • Engine: 2.4 L Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC) 16-valve 4-cylinder with VVT-i, compression ratio of 9.6:1 for the 2005/06 models and 9.8:1 for 2007-2010.
  • Displacement: 2362 cc
  • Power: 161 hp (120 kW) @ 6000 rpm (2007MY+) / 160 hp (119 kW) @ 5700 rpm (2005-06MY)
  • Torque: 162 lb·ft (220 N·m) @ 4000rpm (2007MY+) / 163 lb·ft (221 N·m) @ 4000 rpm (2005-06MY)
  • 200 hp (149 kW) / 185 lb·ft (251 N·m) with TRD Supercharger
  • Transmission: Standard 5-speed manual transmission or optional 4-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission (2008-2010 automatic transmissions are labeled as "4 speed sequential" transmission in the Scion brochure)
  • Curb weight: 2,970 lb (1,350 kg) (automatic); 2,905 lb (1,318 kg) (manual)
  • Fuel tank: 14.5 US gal (55 L; 12 imp gal)
  • EPA ratings for manual transmission: 20 mpg-US (12 L/100 km; 24 mpg-imp) city / 27 mpg-US (8.7 L/100 km; 32 mpg-imp) hwy (2007MY+); 19 mpg-US (12 L/100 km; 23 mpg-imp) city / 27 mpg-US (8.7 L/100 km; 32 mpg-imp) hwy (2005/06)
  • EPA ratings for automatic transmission: 21 mpg-US (11 L/100 km; 25 mpg-imp) city / 29 mpg-US (8.1 L/100 km; 35 mpg-imp) hwy (2007MY+); 20 mpg-US (12 L/100 km; 24 mpg-imp) city / 27 mpg-US (8.7 L/100 km; 32 mpg-imp) hwy (2005/06)
  • Performance
  • 0-60 mph 7.4sec.
  • 1/4 mile (~400 m) 15.6 s @ 89.9 mph (144.7 km/h)[4]
  • 1/4 mile (~400 m) 14.7 (TRD Supercharger)

[edit] Safety

NHTSA crash test ratings (2006)[5]

  • Frontal Crash Test - Driver: 5/5 stars
  • Frontal Crash Test - Passenger: 4/5 stars
  • Side Impact Rating - 5/5 stars
  • Side Impact Rating - Rear: 5/5 stars
  • Rollover Rating: 4/5 stars

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) gave the Scion tC an "Acceptable" overall score in both the frontal offset and side impact crash tests.[6][7]

All Scion tCs come standard with 4-wheel disc brakes with anti-lock brakes. For 2008 models, front seat-mounted side torso airbags, front and rear side curtain airbags, and a driver's knee airbag became standard. Front passenger classification was also added, allowing dual stage control of airbag release dependent upon the weight of the passenger.[8] Vehicle Stability Control is not offered.

[edit] Service Bulletins

In early 2006, a factory service bulletin was issued for some 2005 and 2006 tCs due to the possibility of the glass wind deflector being shattered by road debris.[9]

In late 2006, a service bulletin was issued for 29,542 2005 and 2006 tCs due to the possibility of the side airbags deploying as a result of slamming the door forcefully.

In 2010, a technical service bulletin was issued for 2005-2010 tCs regarding the rear hatch handle. The handle becomes brittle over time and can break off, especially in sub-freezing temperatures.[10]

Scion has yet to have a major recall.

[edit] Toyota Racing Development (TRD)

Similar to many other models of Toyota/Lexus/Scion, there are many upgrades available through the in house tuning shop Toyota Racing Development (TRD). Currently TRD produces performance parts such as lowering springs and racing struts, full coilover suspension systems, performance brake kits, rear sway bars, front strut tower bars, limited-slip differentials, upgraded clutches, axle-back exhausts and cold-air intakes for the Scion tC. Other cosmetic accessories such as TRD branded valve covers and oil caps are also offered.

TRD also offered a supercharger which is a rebadged Vortech supercharger that is capable of putting out 20 psi (1.4 bar), although when installed by a dealership and under warranty it is set at 6 psi (0.4 bar). Starting in 2008, Scion began making the supercharger with tamper-proof pulleys. As of mid-2009, TRD has discontinued production of superchargers for the Scion tC.[11]

[edit] Release Series line

2005 Scion tC RS 1.0

Beginning in late spring 2004, Scion launched the Release Series (RS) line, limited quantities of their current vehicles pre-packaged with individual numbered badging, exclusive accessories, and other special features. Limited edition vehicles from a marketing standpoint were used to create a buzz for the brandname, with their exterior colors tending to be loud or bright hues (i.e. orange, yellow, red, blue, green). Because of the growing popularity of the Scion product line and the scarce production runs (most dealers only get 2-3 of each RS model), these limited edition vehicles quickly sell out. Preordering is available at each dealership on a first-come, first-served basis. To the customer's benefit, Scion's "Pure Price" MSRP prohibits dealerships from adding "market-demand" vehicle mark-up. Naturally, resale values of Release Series vehicles command a premium because of their packaged options and scarcity.

2005

  • tC RS 1.0 only available in Absolutely Red with 2500 units produced[12]

2006

  • tC RS 2.0 only available in Blue Blitz Mica with 2600 units produced[13]

2007

  • tC RS 3.0 only available in Blizzard Pearl with 2500 units produced[14]

2008

  • tC RS 4.0 only available in Galactic Gray Mica with 2300 units produced[15]

2009

  • tC RS 5.0 only available in Gloss Black with 2000 units produced[16]

2010

  • tC RS 6.0 only available in Speedway Blue with 1100 units produced[17]

2011

  • tC RS 7.0 only available in High Voltage Yellow with 2200 units produced[18]

[edit] Second generation

Second generation
2011 Scion tc
Also called Toyota Zelas (Middle East, South America, China)
Production 2010–present
Engine 2.5L 2AR-FE straight-4
Transmission 6-speed automatic
6-speed manual
Wheelbase 106.3 in (2,700 mm)
Length 174.0 in (4,420 mm)
Width 70.7 in (1,796 mm)
Height 55.7 in (1,415 mm)
Curb weight 3,090 lb (1,402 kg) (Manual)
3,160 lb (1,433 kg) (Auto)

In February 2009, Scion Vice President Jack Hollis announced a new tC replacement would arrive within two years.[19] The second-generation tC is built from the third-generation Toyota Avensis platform.[20]

The replacement model debuted at the April 2010 New York Auto Show, and it was scheduled to appear in U.S. dealerships in October 2010. It was to be equipped with a 2.5 liter I4 2AR-FE engine producing 180 hp (130 kW) and 174 lb·ft (236 N·m), once again carried over from the Toyota Camry.[21] Visually, the second generation is a toned-down variant of the Scion Fuse concept, featuring a similar rear quarter-panel window line and xB-style blacked-out A-pillars. However, taillights, headlights, and nose treatment are less radical. The 2011 tC continues to have an all-glass roof, roomy interior, and hatchback design. Other changes include a wider track, standard 18-inch (460 mm) wheels, larger brake discs, and a performance-tuned electric power steering system.[22] The Scion tC now comes standard with Vehicle Stability Control. It should also be noted that all measurements from the first generation to second generation are the same, with the exception of the width, which is increased from 69.1 to 70.7.

Scion expects to sell 35,000 to 45,000 units in the U.S. in 2011, which was reduced from an earlier forecast of 40,000 to 50,000 units, but still expected to at least double what was sold in 2009.[23] As of November 2011, only 20,846 tCs have been sold.[24]

The 2011 tC was among the first Scions in Canadian showrooms, along with the xB and xD, appearing by March 2011.

[edit] Specifications

  • Engine: 2.5 L Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC) 16-valve 4-cylinder with Dual VVT-i, compression ratio of 10.4:1.
  • Displacement: 2,494 cc
  • Power: 180 hp (134 kW) @ 6000 rpm (178 hp (133 kW) @ 6000 rpm to for Toyota Zelas)[25]
  • Torque: 173 lb·ft (235 N·m) @ 4100 rpm (172 lb·ft (233 N·m) @ 4100 rpm torque for Toyota Zelas)[25]
  • Transmission: Standard 6-speed manual transmission or optional 6-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission with manual shift mode.
  • Curb weight: 3,060 lb (1,387 kg) (manual); 3,102 lb (1,407 kg) (automatic)
  • Fuel tank: 14.5 US gal (55 L; 12 imp gal)
  • Tire size: 225/45R18
  • EPA ratings for manual transmission: 23 mpg-US (10 L/100 km; 28 mpg-imp) city / 31 mpg-US (7.6 L/100 km; 37 mpg-imp) hwy
  • EPA ratings for automatic transmission: 23 mpg-US (10 L/100 km; 28 mpg-imp) city / 31 mpg-US (7.6 L/100 km; 37 mpg-imp) hwy
  • EPA rating combined: 26 mpg-US (9.0 L/100 km; 31 mpg-imp) (automatic and manual transmissions.)[1]
  • 0-60 mph: 6.5 sec (manual)[2]
  • 0-60 mph: 7.4 sec (automatic)[3]
  • 1/4 mile: 15.1 sec (manual) [4]
  • 60-0 braking distance: 124 feet.

[edit] Sales

In terms of sales, the Scion tC was once Scion's most popular model and from 2005 to 2007 accounted for almost half of all cars sold under Scion. Its best selling year was 2006.[26]

Calendar Year US Sales
2003 n/a[27]
2004 28,062[28]
2005 74,415[citation needed]
2006 79,125[29]
2007 63,852[citation needed]
2008 40,980[30]
2009 17,998[31]
2010 15,204[32]
2011 22,433[citation needed]

[edit] Motorsports

  • There are several tC's in drag racing. Kenny Tran Jotech Motorsports, Leslie Armendariz Horizon Motorsports, Christian Rado World Racing, and Gary White (formerly Brad Personett)Titan Motorsports. Kenny Tran has been competing in the NHRA Sport Compact drag racing series hotrod class where he garnered the 2007 championship. Kenny cut his fastest run with 7.91 ET @ 184 mph (296 km/h) during a NHRA race at Pomona Raceway. In 2007 and 2008, the Jotech Motorsports team won back-to-back Pro Import Class titles of the Battle Of The Imports drag series. Leslie Armendariz's All-Motor Scion tC pushed a record setting 9.34 @ 143 mph (230 km/h). Christian Rado claimed 2nd place in the Pro FWD class of the 2008 BOTI nationals, he also later claimed a victory with the first FWD car to pass the seven second mark in a quarter mile with a blistering time of 6.97 seconds. Gary White won second place in the Extreme 10.5" class of the ADRL Battle of the Belts World Finals.
  • A 2011 tC was entered for the Formula Drift season in 2011 and is driven by Fredric Aasbo for Team Need For Speed. The 2AR-FE engine, being 2.5 liters was bumped up to 2.7 liters for over 500 hp.
  • For the 2008 Formula Drift year, RS*R converted a Scion tC to rear wheel drive. This was done by taking a Toyota Avensis chasis (which the Scion tC is based on, originally an AWD platform) and converted it into RWD. The car was powered by a tuned BEAMS 3S-GE engine. Ken Gushi currently competes with this vehicle. After talks with team mate Christian Rado, Ken Gushi switched back to the factory 2AZ-FE engine, for the 2010 Formula Drift season.[33] Ken Gushi stated "Chris Rado, my Scion Team mate who runs his famous record tearing Scion tC uses the same base motor (of course for a different application) has proven this motor to withstand numbers up to 900hp, possibly even more."[34] Ken Gushi's tC is now pushing 790 hp.
  • For the 2009/10 Formula Drift seasons, Tanner Foust competed using a Rockstar, AEM and Toyo Tire sponsored Scion tC converted to RWD, built by Papadakis Racing. It was powered by a TRD (Toyota Racing Development) built V8 taken from a former TRD Busch Series NASCAR stocker.[35]
  • For the 2008 KONI Challenge season, Dan Gardner and Craig Stanton drove a Scion tC in the Street Tuner (ST) Class.
  • For 2009, a Supercharged tC driven by team owner Dan Gardner was entered in the SCCA World Challenge Touring Car 2 (TC2) class. Scott Webb drove the car to victory, bringing Scion home their first-ever professional win.
  • For the 2010 SCCA World Challenge season, Dan Gardner and Robert Stout drove a pair of supercharged Scion tCs in the Touring Car (TC) class. Robert Stout would win at the 2010 Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach, giving Scion its first-ever TC class win.[36]

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