2016 Scion FR-S

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Key specs

Base trim shown

Coupe: Body style
25: Combined MPG
4: Seating capacity
166.7” x 50.6”: Dimensions
Rear-wheel drive: Drivetrain

View all 2016 Scion FR-S specs .

Overview

(23 reviews)

The good:

Steering and handling
Lightweight (roughly 2,700 pounds)
Driver-focused gauges, interior
Rear-wheel drive, manual transmission

The bad:

Fender badges
Cramped backseat
Not distinct enough from Subaru BRZ

Base
$25,305
Release Series 2.0
$29,510

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Backup camera standard
Front engine, rear-wheel drive
Six-speed manual or automatic transmission
Product of Subaru partnership

2016 Scion FR-S review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

The FR-S is the sportiest vehicle in the Scion lineup. It’s a lightweight, rear-wheel-drive coupe built with balance and maneuverability in mind. It was developed jointly with Subaru, which fields a similar model as the BRZ. This four-cylinder sports coupe is a spiritual successor to small performance cars offered by Toyota, Scion’s parent company, in the 1980s.

The four-seat FR-S competes in the same space as the Hyundai Genesis Coupe and Mazda MX-5 Miata.
New for 2016
A backup camera is a new standard feature. The standard audio system now has a 7-inch touch-screen, replacing one with a 6.1-inch screen.
Significant Standard Features

200-horsepower, 2.0-liter horizontally opposed four-cylinder engine
Rear-wheel drive
Aluminum hood
Dual exhaust
17-inch alloy wheels
Automatic headlights
Center-mounted tachometer in instrument panel
Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

Navigation system
18-inch wheels
Fog lights

Consumer reviews

(23 reviews)

100% of drivers recommend this car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 4.3
Interior 4.2
Performance 4.7
Value 4.6
Exterior 4.9
Reliability 4.8

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Most recent consumer reviews

6 Speed fun car to drive.

October 20, 2020

By B.Fitz from Warwick, N.Y.

Owns this car

This car attracts attention in a good way. Some compare it to a Porsche but then it is not. It looks like the 2012 GR Supra but 1/3 the price.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0

Purchased a Used car
Used for Commuting
Does recommend this car

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(This car is all 5 Stars)

August 18, 2020

By Zack from Palm Beach, Florida

Owns this car

I, currently still have my 2013 FRS..First in line of the best year. This car is fun all the way. Key features about this car, safety ratings is very good. Consumer ratings are very good. This car is reliable transportation. I, get good fuel mileage. I, definitely get alot of compliments nice car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0

Purchased a New car
Used for Commuting
Does recommend this car

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Very Reliable Car!!

August 1, 2020

By Fantastic vehicle from Sanjose California

Owns this car

I, own this car. I, have to say, i am very happy with it. Fun to drive, and sporty looking. Very comfortable. Also, so many upgrades for even a more stylish attention.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0

Purchased a New car
Used for Having fun
Does recommend this car

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NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings (scores out of 5)

Based on the 2016 Scion FR-S base trim.

Combined side rating front seat: 4
Combined side rating rear seat: 5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver: 4
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger: 4
Overall frontal barrier crash rating: 4
Overall rating: 5
Overall side crash rating: 5
Risk of rollover: 7.1%
Rollover rating: 5
Side barrier rating: 5
Side barrier rating driver: 3
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat: 5
Side pole rating driver front seat: 5

New car program benefits

Bumper-to-bumper: 36 months/36,000 miles
Corrosion: 60 months/unlimited distance
Powertrain: 60 months/60,000 miles
Maintenance: 24 months/25,000 miles
Roadside assistance: 24 months/unlimited distance

2016 Scion FR-S

Key specs

Overview

2 trims

Notable features

2016 Scion FR-S review: Our expert's take