Could This Be The Next Gen Scion xA?
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Could This Be The Next Gen Scion xA?
Toyota had just launched this new model in Japan last October 2005. The Toyota Ractis is a compact mini-MPV class of car. Quite similiar to the Toyota Passo/Daihatsu Boon/Perodua Myvi type of vehicle.
The Toyota Ractis has slightly better engine options than the Toyota Passo. It’s available in 1.3 and 1.5 form, with the same engine and drivetrain options as the Toyota Vitz. There’s a 1.3 liter 2SZ-FE in 2WD mode. For the 1.5 liter model, it’s powered by the 1NZ-FE which is also found in our local Toyota Vios. The 1.5 model also has a 4WD mode.
The 2SZ-FE 1.3 liter makes 87hp at 6000rpm and 116Nm torque at 4000rpm. The 1Nz-FE 1.5 liter makes 110hp at 6000rpm and 141Nm torque at 4400rpm. The car comes with a Super CVT-i stepless transmission option.
The back reminds me of the Toyota Ist a bit. The side-wheel arch flares are a bit more refined in this design when integrating with the rear bumper, unlike the Toyota Passo which create the impression of a big butt.
Interior looks spacious. Look at the rear chair design. Looks like it can be folded down to create a huge boot space. But these days something like this should be a standard feature in this type of car.
Some people would be relieved this car does not feature a center meter panel.
Thoughts????
The Toyota Ractis has slightly better engine options than the Toyota Passo. It’s available in 1.3 and 1.5 form, with the same engine and drivetrain options as the Toyota Vitz. There’s a 1.3 liter 2SZ-FE in 2WD mode. For the 1.5 liter model, it’s powered by the 1NZ-FE which is also found in our local Toyota Vios. The 1.5 model also has a 4WD mode.
The 2SZ-FE 1.3 liter makes 87hp at 6000rpm and 116Nm torque at 4000rpm. The 1Nz-FE 1.5 liter makes 110hp at 6000rpm and 141Nm torque at 4400rpm. The car comes with a Super CVT-i stepless transmission option.
The back reminds me of the Toyota Ist a bit. The side-wheel arch flares are a bit more refined in this design when integrating with the rear bumper, unlike the Toyota Passo which create the impression of a big butt.
Interior looks spacious. Look at the rear chair design. Looks like it can be folded down to create a huge boot space. But these days something like this should be a standard feature in this type of car.
Some people would be relieved this car does not feature a center meter panel.
Thoughts????
you put my thoughts of the exterior into words
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I don't really care for it, and I highly doubt Scion would ever allow that to replace the xA which is far more stylish. I think its just some car they developed to fill a niche in the japanese market.
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Originally Posted by luckorskill007
i think it looks too much like a mini van and i dont like the 1/4 window next to the side mirrors
http://www.mazdausa.com/MusaWeb/disp...ehicleCode=MZ5
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Toyota might just kill the xA and replace similar price range of an xA with an affortable convertible. The Ractis and Passo would be in direct conflict with the Yaris 3-door. Toyota could always bring 5-door Yaris to the US to fill the 5-door configuration of the xA.
Daihatsu Copen 1.3L (87bHP)
http://www.salon-auto.ch
Daihatsu Copen 1.3L (87bHP)
http://www.salon-auto.ch
This micro-convertible with a 660 cc turbo engine was only meant to be a plaything produced in very small numbers for Japan. But it was so successful that it was exported. And here it is, now with a 1.3-litre engine producing 87 bhp!
Finally a left-hand drive
Until now, fans of the little Daihatsu convertible had to drive like the British. But, in addition to a new, more powerful engine, the Copen's interior architecture has been adapted to suit its European and American customers, i.e. it is now available as a left-hand drive.
Finally a left-hand drive
Until now, fans of the little Daihatsu convertible had to drive like the British. But, in addition to a new, more powerful engine, the Copen's interior architecture has been adapted to suit its European and American customers, i.e. it is now available as a left-hand drive.
