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Rear Reflector

Rear Reflector

Background and Identification

The Scion tC is a compact car produced by Toyota under its Scion brand between 2004 and 2016 over two generations, ANT10 (2004-2010) and AGT20 (2010-2016). The name tC stands for “touring coupe.” The tC was first introduced in the United States in 2005 and introduced with the second generation in 2010 in Canada. The tC was Scion’s best-selling mode, making up almost 40% of total Scion sales. Beginning in 2011, the tC was sold as the Toyota Zelas in the Middle East, China, and South America.

The second-generation tC was released in April 2010 for the 2011 model year. The tC received a facelift for the 2014 model year to coincide with the launch of the Scion FR-S. The 2014 tC received updated headlamps, grille, LED tail lights, 18-inch alloy rims, body kit, a sport-tuned suspension, reworked faster shifting transmission, sport-tuned shocks, and a touchscreen audio system standard. For the 2016 model year, the tC received some minor changes like a standard rear windshield wiper, silver interior door handles, center console tray cover, and a leather-wrapped shift knob. The tC ended production in August 2016 after a final release edition as part of the phasing out of the Scion brand.

Scion cars include the Scion emblem, which features the name “Scion” in capital letters in front of a curved line, all of which are contained in an oval. tC vehicles include the name “tC” on the rear of the cars.

Technical Specifications

Engine: 2.5 L 2AR-FE I4 (gasoline)

Power: 180 hp (134 kW) @ 6000 rpm

Torque: 173 lb⋅ft (235 N⋅m) @ 4100 rpm

Transmission: 6-speed manual transmission

0-60 mph: 6.5s

1/4 mile: 15.1s @ 92.4 mph

EPA fuel economy ratings:

  • 23 mpg‑US (10 L/100 km; 28 mpg‑imp) city
  • 31 mpg‑US (7.6 L/100 km; 37 mpg‑imp) hwy

Weight: 3,060 lb (1,388 kg) -3,093 lb (1,403 kg)

Fuel Tank: 14.5 US gal (55 L; 12 imp gal)

Tire Size: 225/45R18

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