Scion In Car Technology

Scion doesn’t have a fun buzzword like SYNC or UVO to describe its infotainment systems, but the features you’d expect to find on a youth-oriented connected car are there, and many of them (like Bluetooth) are standard. The optional Scion Navigation System 200 won’t win any awards for high-tech features, and is not available in conjunction with the optional premium Pioneer audio systems that bring desirable niceties like Pandora internet radio for iPhone users. We recommend going with the high-end audio system and picking up an aftermarket navigation unit, though Scion's 6-speaker base stereo systems also sound much better than average at this price point.

Navigation/Infotainment Package Specific to Manufacturer

Scion doesn’t have a fun buzzword like CUE or UVO to describe its infotainment systems, but the features you’d expect to find on a youth-oriented connected car are there, and many of them are standard. The optional navigation system won’t win any awards for high-tech features.

Car Audio

• Scion offers base and premium sound systems made by Pioneer, the optional systems featuring a color touchscreen and more connectivity features. Curious to Scion is that ordering the navigation system deletes the premium Pioneer audio system and some of the advanced features it brings.
• Interface: Hardware buttons including iPod-like ring wheel, touchscreen
• Speakers: 6-8 speakers standard
• Available inputs: USB/iPod, auxiliary audio 3.5-mm, Bluetooth A2DP streaming audio
• Other features: Pandora integration (iPhone), SiriusXM Satellite Radio, HD Radio, RCA output jacks

Car Video

• Screens: Navigation screen plays DVDs
• DVD/Blu-Ray Capability: DVD
• Back Up Cameras: N/A (navigation system prepped for aftermarket unit)

Car Gaming

• Video game consoles supported: N/A
• Input jacks: N/A

Computers

• Mobile/Rolling hotspot: N/A
• Smartphone-based data connection: Pandora

Navigation

• Official Name: Scion Navigation System 200
• Price Range: $1,999
• Interface: Touchscreen, hardware controls for common functions
• Features: Scion’s navigation system only features navigation essentials without a lot of bells and whistles.
• Available On: All 2012 Scion models

Safety Technology

• Tiny Scion iQ comes with 11 standard airbags

Bluetooth Hands-Free

• All 2012 Scion models come with standard Bluetooth wireless calling, though features vary by model and optional equipment.