One reason to buy a 2011 Scion tC is the hopes and likelihood that the model will be an improvement over a 2010 model that wasn’t half bad to say the least. There are some kinks to be worked out, but the Scion tC is what it is, and that is an affordable compact that handles well for a car in its category. Also, the 2.4 liter works well and delivers consistent power.
The tC is not a luxury sedan or high-performance sports car, so don’t expect it to behave like either, and you may be able to appreciate what this hatch-back coupe, meant to entice the younger generation, brings to the table. The aforementioned 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine, which puts out 161 horsepower and 162 pounds-feet of torque, is not as fuel efficient and a buyer might expect, but the engine does deliver even power that makes it suited for stop and go driving at lower speeds. It is not a speed demon and reaching 60 miles per hour from a standstill will not be a fast process.
As stated the mileage is noting to write home about but a supercharged version of the Scion tC ups the car’s horsepower to 200 and 184 pounds-feet of torque. This version has an estimated gas mileage of 29 miles per gallon when driven on the highway and 21 miles per gallon when driven in the city. The car does better when the engine is paired with an automatic transmission. The manual transmission is smooth and may add a sportier feel, but there’s no denying that it decreases fuel efficiency.
As we said, this car is aimed at younger drivers so it should come as no surprise that accessories such as body kits, flashier wheels, quality audio systems, personal electronics hookups, sunroof, wrapped steering wheel, key less entry, power windows, reclining rear seats and other visual enhancements are available for the vehicle. Since the car is a hatchback, there is plenty of storage room when the rear seats are folded down. When the seats are up, the back seat area can accommodate two average size adults comfortably. Taller individuals may find that the head room is inadequate.
Safety features on the Scion include anti-lock disc brakes and air bags (including front-side, full-length head curtain and driver-knee). In crash test ratings, the Scion tC scored perfectly in frontal crash testing and received four out of five stars for the safety of passengers in the car.
If you place any stock in the manufacturer of a car, knowing that Toyota is the parent company of Scion tC should alleviate some concerns you may have about the quality of the automobiles. This is not a Toyota, but some of the traditions of the well-respected car builder are on display in the Scion.
So if you know someone looking for a comfortable, reliable ride at a price that should appeal to the most budget conscious buyers then the Scion tC is at least worth considering. You may find it to your liking. Plus, when we looked into the cheapest auto insurance rates, the TC came in pretty high on the list, mainly due to it's safety rating, which is always a nice bonus.
Saturday, May 14, 2011
2012 Lotus Esprit with high performance
Lotus has always had close ties with Toyota, so rumors have been circulating about the possibility of the new Esprit being powered by the Lexus LF-A V10 engine. We have to remember the old Esprit was once the fastest car in the world, so before Lotus attaches the Esprit badge to any of its future cars, they will have to be careful and make sure the car lives up to the name.
Powered by a 5.0-liter, 612-horsepower V8 capable of propelling the 3,200 lbs. coupe to 62 mph in just 3.4 seconds, the Esprit promises to be a much higher-performance sports car than its namesake.
Automotive Technology - Recent Trends and Future
The speed by means of which technological advances in today’s world is hard to believe. Automotive technology has introduced new dimensions for many years. This area contains some of the proposed projects, which allow users to drool machine.
People are flawed and incomplete. When you drive our cars, for example, can turn our air conditioning to save fuel. However, I prefer to leave the air conditioner than to roll the window. This is because we feel cold and cold with the windows closed all the spaces fill up our car.
Technology introduced a system of economy cars. This innovation allows a means of decisions affecting the use and protection of its functions. It can disable the control air conditioning or cruise, depending on the circumstances.
There is also a black-box technology for cars in sight. If the air jets may be, why not have a car? Presently, General Motors and Ford, to use their new model cars. They have been renamed to “register”. These “registers” to store important information about the speed of the car and fled the place visited, in particular. They also help insurance companies in the event of an accident.
Then we have a fleet of cars that are for their owners.
With the expansion of robotics and GPS, cars will drive themselves (and their owners) will be implemented soon enough. Visit the best cars, for more information.
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2011 Kia Optima Hybrid Price Starts at $26,500*
The 2011 Kia Optima Hybrid will be available at $26,500 for sale excluding $750 for destination and handling. The $26,500 represents an increase of $705 versus the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. Like its Sonata kin, the Optima Hybrid uses the automaker's 2.4-liter direct-injected four-cylinder engine, mated to an electric motor and paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.
Lamborghini to produce 20 Sesto Elemento at €2M each
When Lamborghini unveiled the Sesto Elemento Concept Car, everyone thought it would get past the show stand due to its lightweight construction but as for producing the Sesto as is seemed rather outside of the realm of possibility.
We began receiving reports that Lamborghini was preparing to put it into production, albeit severely limited. Then the successive reports suggested that the car could be strictly limited to avoid costly homologation procedures.
Ferrari Customers temporarily buy available models
Ferrari waiting lists are long in Australia and indeed in the world. The average wait time for a Ferrari 575M Maranello was three years at one point. This demand rapidly stripped out the brand’s small production capacity. What else a cashed up Ferrarista can do is just buying whatever’s available and drive until your hot pink Ferrari 458 arrives with the diamante-encrusted wheel arches and baby seal leather interior.
Porsche Cayman S Black Edition gets 330 Horse power
Porsche once again makes use of its “Black Edition” nameplate for its new model, the Cayman S. This model benefits from a power boost and an additional standard equipment limited to 500 units worldwide. The Cayman S Black Edition features an upgraded version of the 3.4-liter six-cylinder boxer engine, with output increased by 10 horsepower to 330HP at 7,400 rpm. Maximum torque remains unchanged, however, at 370 Nm at 4,750 rpm.
Hyundai to launch i40 Sedan for Europe
Just a few months after debuting the i40 at the Geneva Salon, Hyundai is preparing to launch the the sedan version of its mid-size model. It will be launched at the upcoming 2011 Barcelona Motor Show on May 12th.
