2012 Scion iQ at a glance
Base price: $15,995 (including destination charge)
Price, as tested: $20,192 (estimated)
Powertrain: 1.3-liter, DOHC, four-cylinder engine with dual intelligent variable valve timing; single-speed, continuously variable automatic transmission with sport mode
Horsepower: 94 at 6,000 rpm
Torque: 89 pound-feet at 4,400 rpm
0 to 60: 11.8 seconds
Curb weight: 2,127 pounds
Wheelbase: 78.7 inches
Overall length: 120.1 inches
EPA fuel economy: 36 mpg city/37 mpg highway
Final thoughts: Costs an arm and a leg, but has room only for the leg.