Scion previews new iA sedan, iM hatch ahead of New York debut

i saw a pretty sporty looking scion today, crd or something? very sharp.

 

The Scion iM is a really cool looking car to me. Finally got to see one on local dealer lot and, aside from the black interior, really liked it. Could be a nice replacement for those who pine for the loss of the Scion xA.

 

I was really interested to learn about the iA and its background. It appears to be the first Scion not built by Toyota. From what I read, the Scion iA is primarily Mazda (although Scion appears to have had a part in the front end styling). It is a sneaky way to obtain a new Mazda2 in the US, where the 2016 redesigned Mazda2 is not expected to be offered--at least not anytime soon. The Scion iA is a restyled Mazda2 sedan, and comes with all the great Mazda driving dynamics. I suspect it is the most fun-to-drive, FWD model with the Scion name on it (I bet the steering is even more sporty-feeling than the FR-S). Have a look at the interior view of the iA--it is pure Mazda.

I was kind of surprised (and pleased) to learn about the iA's Mazda origin, since seeing the iM and appreciating its visual design but learning through reviews that it is not nearly as engaging to drive as the new Mazda3 hatch. Although I don't favor a sedan, I think the iA will bring some much needed joie de vivre to the Scion brand and I'll certainly suggest it to anyone looking for a sporty, economical sedan. I wish the iM also had Mazda underpinnings.

 

doesn't the OP fly in the face of the, "Toyota givess Sion the axe" thread?
Toyota Gives Scion Brand the Axe | PriusChat
Toyota Gives Scion Brand the Axe
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heresy!

that I'm sure is purdy.