Toyota’s youth brand, Scion, will officially release a production version of this stunning Scion iM five-door compact hatchback into North America in the spring of 2015 as part of its promise to introduce three new products in as many years.
Revealed at the recent LA Auto Show alongside the production Toyota Mirai fuel cell vehicle, the captivating Scion iM Concept hit its target demographic between the eyes with dynamic wide-body styling similar to that seen in the brand’s SEMA show car projects.
Created by talented automotive designer Troy Sumitomo of Five Axis, the radical Scion iM Concept is apparently inspired by European touring cars, offering a grounded, racecar appearance hunkered over 19in forged alloy wheels supported by fully adjustable suspension.
Details around the geometric grille inserts and deep air intakes are picked out in satin silver and gunmetal grey, while the body colour is a custom blend that’s been called ‘Incrediblue’.
Scion will release details of the production car’s transmissions, engines, integrated technology and pricing at the New York International Auto Show in April 2015. But it has already told the media to expect a car that “meets the needs of city streets with excellent fuel efficiency, sporty handling and easy parking”.
Details in this article were correct at the time of publication.
Why oh why are you only releasing this concept in North America ,many Auris drivers in Britain and Europe would like a crack at this model and styling .A sporty eco engine would be much appreciated for the young and old alike here with greater handling and performance !
Hi Kevin, thank you for taking the time to contact us. It’s great to hear your enthusiasm for the Auris concept in North America. Scion will release details of the production car’s transmissions, engines, integrated technology and pricing at the New York International Auto Show in April 2015. We appreciate customer feedback, your points have been taken on-board and will be passed to our product department. Thanks again for getting in touch.
Come on Toyota give the UK this car or atleast something similar. It looks great.
Am delighted to note the strong resemblance between the iM and my 2006 Matrix! If this beauty of Scion is as reliable as my Matrix
I would love to have one should it ever be available in Canada! As
A driver I am well out of your target age but that would never deter
me!