Though it doesn't have the same racing history at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb->ke1001 as other automakers, Scion->ke79 is bent on making a mark at this year's race.
For the occasion, the Japanese automaker has introduced the car that will compete against the heavyweights of the Unlimited Class: an Evasive Motorsports-prepared Scion FR-S that, if for nothing else, looks the part of a giant killer.
Prepared and developed to the unique racing specifications needed to compete at Pikes Peak, the FR-S comes with a bevy of aerodynamic components, highlighted by that enormous rear wing that should come in handy when the FR-S->ke3820 is trying to keep its wheels on the ground.
A large front wing was also installed on the car, as well as what looks like an equally large rear diffuser, both serving the same aerodynamic purpose of eliminating aerodynamic lift to allow the FR-S to maintain its speed as it attempts to give all the other competitors of the Unlimited Class a run for their money.
No power details were given but considering the kind of cars that are competing in this class, we wouldn't be surprised if this high-powered FR-S has over 650 horsepower under its hood. That is quite a healthy increase over the stock 200 horsepower, but still very much attainable.
Click past the jump to read about the Scion FR-S
2013 Scion FR-S Pikes Peak Racer
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- Model: 2013 Scion FR-S Pikes Peak Racer
- Engine/Motor: inline-4
- Horsepower: 650
- Torque: 480
- Transmission: six-speed manual
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Scion FR-S
The Scion FR-S is considered as the clearest sign that the Toyota->ke88-owned automaker is ready to take that step away from being just a cute, little brand with cute, little cars.
Judging by its appearance, the FR-S is anything but cute, looking the part of a sports coupe that proudly displays its swooping lines and aggressive curves akin to its twin sisters, the Toyota GT 86 and the Subaru BRZ.
As far as power goes, the FR-S comes with a 2.0-liter boxer-four engine that produces 200 horsepower and 151 pound-feet of torque and mates to a six-speed manual transmission.