The Scion tC is a compact sports car with a drag coefficient of 0.325, indicating a relatively aerodynamic design. This makes it suitable for both city driving and highway cruising.
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Drag Coefficient Cd
0.325
Body & Dimensions
The Scion tC is a stylish and sporty coupe with a spacious interior, featuring a 2-door body style and seating for 5 passengers. It has a length of 176.61 inches, width of 70.71 inches, and height of 55.71 inches, with a wheelbase of 106.3 inches. The car has a front track of 60.59 inches, rear track of 61.42 inches, and a minimum turning circle of 37.4 feet.
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Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Doors
2
Length
4486 mm 176.61 in.
Width
1796 mm 70.71 in.
Height
1415 mm 55.71 in.
Wheelbase
2700 mm 106.3 in.
Front Track
1539 mm 60.59 in.
Rear Track
1560 mm 61.42 in.
Min Turning Circle
11.4 m 37.4 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
160 mm 6.3 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Scion tC is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 10.2 l/100 km in urban areas and 7.6 l/100 km in extra-urban areas. It is a fuel-efficient car with a good balance between city and highway driving.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
10.2 l/100 km 23.06 US mpg 27.69 UK mpg 9.8 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
7.6 l/100 km 30.95 US mpg 37.17 UK mpg 13.16 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Toyota tC features a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine producing 179 hp and 233 Nm of torque, powering the front wheels through a 6-speed automatic transmission. It offers a balanced driving experience with agile handling and comfortable ride.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
179 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power Per Litre
71.8 Hp/l
Torque
233 Nm @ 4100 rpm. 171.85 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
2AR-FE
Engine Displacement
2494 cm3 152.19 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
90 mm 3.54 in.
Piston Stroke
98 mm 3.86 in.
Compression Ratio
10.4
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
4
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
4.4 l 4.65 US qt | 3.87 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
0W-20 / API SN 0W-20 / ILSAC GF-5
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
6 gears, automatic transmission
Front Suspension
Independent type McPherson
Rear Suspension
Double wishbone
Brakes
The Scion tC comes with ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear, along with an Anti-lock braking system (ABS) for improved safety. It features a rack and pinion steering system with electric power steering for easy maneuverability. The car rides on 225/45 R18 tires with 7.5J X 18 wheel rims, providing a good balance between performance and comfort.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Disc
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Electric Steering
Tires Size
225/45 R18
Wheel Rims Size
7.5J X 18
Weight & Capacity
The Scion tC is a well-balanced car with a good power-to-weight ratio, making it a fun drive. It has a decent trunk space and a moderate fuel tank capacity. Overall, it's a great option for those looking for a reliable and enjoyable ride.
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Weight To Power Ratio
7.9 kg/Hp, 126.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
6.1 kg/Nm, 164.4 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1417 kg 3123.95 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
416 l 14.69 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l 14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Scion - tC II (facelift 2013)
The Scion tC has a seating capacity of 5 passengers.
The length of the Scion tC is 176.61 inches.
The minimum turning circle of the Scion tC is 37.4 feet.
The drag coefficient of the Scion tC is 0.325.
The Scion tC's drag coefficient suggests that it may have a relatively low wind resistance, which could contribute to improved fuel efficiency.
Yes, the Scion tC's aerodynamic design makes it suitable for highway cruising, as it can reduce wind resistance and improve fuel efficiency.
The Scion tC is a petrol-powered car.
The Scion tC has a fuel consumption of 10.2 l/100 km in urban areas.
The Scion tC has a fuel consumption of 7.6 l/100 km in extra-urban areas.
The tC has an inline 4-cylinder engine configuration.
The tC has a multi-port manifold injection fuel injection system.
The tC features a front-wheel drive system powered by the engine.
The tC has ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear.
Yes, it has an electric power steering system.
The tC uses 225/45 R18 tires with 7.5J X 18 wheel rims.
The Scion tC has an estimated EPA rating of up to 23 mpg city and 31 mpg highway.
The Scion tC has a 2.5-liter engine that produces 180 horsepower.
Yes, the Scion tC is available with a 6-speed manual transmission.
The power-to-weight ratio of the Scion tC is 7.9 kg/Hp or 126.3 Hp/tonne.
The Scion tC has a minimum trunk space of 416 liters or 14.69 cubic feet.
The fuel tank capacity of the Scion tC is 55 liters or 14.53 US gallons or 12.1 UK gallons.
