Scion Fuse
The Scion Fuse is a concept car created under one of Toyota's brands, Scion. The Fuse was built by Five Axis Models in Huntington Beach, CA with assistance from MillenWorks.[1] It was first introduced at the 2006 New York International Auto Show. According to Scion, the Fuse is a 2-door coupe with 4 seats and scissor doors.[2]
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Scion |
Production | 2006 (Concept car) |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Sport compact car |
Body style | 2-door coupe |
Layout | FF layout |
Powertrain | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 106.3 in (2,700 mm) |
Length | 174.0 in (4,420 mm) |
Width | 70.7 in (1,796 mm) |
Height | 52.1 in (1,323 mm) |
The Fuse uses a DOHC gasoline I4 engine equipped with multi-port fuel-injection and VVT-i. The engine's compression ratio is 9.6:1, and is rated at 160 hp (119 kW) and 163 lb⋅ft (221 N⋅m) of torque.
The Fuse includes features such as steer by wire, a retractable spoiler, a power operated hatch that slides upwards along with a flip out bench for tailgating, a beverage cooler, a built in Wi-Fi connection, LED lighting in multiple places including the seat piping and wheels, programmable multi color headlights, a passenger seat that folds into a footrest or table, and more.[3][4]
The 2011 Scion tC took inspiration from the Fuse.
References
- http://www.millenworks.com/html/aboutus/news/MillenWorks_Scion_Fuse.pdf
- "Scion Fuse Concept Photos". 14 April 2006.
- Kaehler, Justin (2006-04-13). "Scion FUSE Concept". IGN. Retrieved 2022-10-03.
- "2006 Scion FUSE Concept - 2006 New York International Auto Show NYIAS - Automobile Magazine". MotorTrend. 2006-04-10. Retrieved 2022-10-03.