2015-2016 New Cards List For You (Part 33)
Scion FR-S
Base Price $25,655
Body Type Coupe
Minor The 2015 FR-S gets a more rigid front
suspension and retuned rear shocks for �less body roll and a more communicative
driving experience,� says Scion. Exterior updates include larger exhaust tips
and a shark-fin antenna, while the interior gains automatic headlights,
carbon-fiber look dash trim, and a redesigned key. Steel and Halo paint options
replace Argento and Whiteout.
Driver's Choice The six-speed manual is always the
correct answer
EPA Econ City/Hwy:
22-25/30-34 mpg; 0-60 mph: 4.0 sec
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Specs
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Base Engine 2.0L/200-hp/151-l b-ft flat-4
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Opt Engine None
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Drivetrain Front engine, RWD
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Transmission 6M; 6A
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Basic Warranty 3 yrs/36,000 miles
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Safety Airbags: 6; rear cam: N/A; BMS: N/A
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IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value 53%
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Scion iQ
Base Price $16,500*
Body Type Hatchback
Unchanged Nothing new here, and to be honest, we�re a
little surprised the Scion iQ soldiers on for another year. The 94-hp 1.3-liter
engine makes it one of the least powerful vehicles for sale and gives it one of
the slowest 0-60 mph times at 10.8 seconds. Our own testing has shown it to
wander on the freeway, be unstable during braking, and return poor fuel economy
given its size and performance.
Look For Lease payments lower than your cellphone
plan.
EPA Econ City/Hwy:
36/37 mpg; 0-60 mph: 10.8 sec
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Specs
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Base Engine 1.3L/94-hp/89-lb-ft I-4
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Opt Engine None
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Drivetrain Front engine, FWD
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Transmission CVT
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Basic Warranty 3 yrs/36,000 miles
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Safety Airbags: 11; rear cam: N/A; BMS: N/A
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IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value 54%
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Scion tC
Base Price $19,965
Body Type Hatchback
Minor After last year�s refresh, changes to the 2015
Scion tC are minimal, though we expect Scion to continue to offer limited-
edition models throughout the year. The six-speed automatic gains Dynamic Rev
Management technology and steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters. Classic
Silver and Super White paint colors have been replaced by Cosmic Gray and
Blizzard Pearl.
Driver's Choice Stick with the manual if the FR-S
doesn�t fit into your budget.
EPA Econ City/Hwy:
36/37 mpg; 0-60 mph: 10.8 sec
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Specs
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Base Engine 2.5L/179-h p/172-lb-ft I-4
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Opt Engine None
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Drivetrain Front engine, FWD
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Transmission 6M; 6A
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Basic Warranty 3 yrs/36,000 miles
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Safety Airbags: 8; rear cam: N/A; BMS: N/A
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IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value 55%
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Scion xB
Base Price $19,000*
Body Type Hatchback
Unchanged The original xB won over buyers with
honest, utilitarian styling that perfectly matched the usable interior
pack�aging and affordable price. The second generation attempted to become more
stylish and lost some of its charm trying to be something it wasn�t. The
decently spacious xB may roll into 2015 with minor changes.
Look For A wide variety of personalization options on
this boxy four-door hatchback.
EPA Econ City/Hwy:
22/28 mpg; 0-60 mph: 8.5 sec
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Specs
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Base Engine 2.4L/158-hp/162-lb-ft I-4
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Opt Engine None
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Drivetrain Front engine, FWD
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Transmission 5M; 4A
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Basic Warranty 3 yrs/36,000 miles
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Safety Airbags: 6; rear cam: N/A; BMS: N/A
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IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value 59%
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Smart Fortwo/Cabriolet/Electric Drive
Base Price $14,020-$28,750
Body Type Hatchback, convertible
Unchanged The Smart Fortwo remains the smallest,
slowest new car you can buy in America, but not the most efficient. The little
car is completely unchanged for 2015, regardless of model. It will be replaced
by an all-new car in calendar year 2015 as a 2016 model. Currently, the Fortwo
is offered as a hatchback and convertible, with the lower-volume electric
variant available in both body styles.
Cool Fact Texas is one of Smart�s bigger markets.
EPA Econ City/Hwy:
34/38 mpg; 122/93 mpg-e; 0-60 mph: 14.7 sec
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Specs
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Base Engine 1.0L/70-hp/68-lb-ft I-3
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Opt Motor 74-hp/96-lb-ft electric
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Drivetrain Rear engine, RWD
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Transmission 5-sp auto-cl man, 1A
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Basic Warranty 4 yrs/50,000 miles
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Safety Airbags: 8; rear cam: N/A; BMS: N/A
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IntelliChoice 5-Yr Retained Value 49%
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