2016
Scion FR-S

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$26,405
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Available trims

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  • 2dr Cpe Man (Natl)
    Starts at
    $25,305
    22 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded H-4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Cpe Auto (Natl)
    Starts at
    $26,405
    25 City / 34 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded H-4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Cpe Man Release Series 2.0 (Natl)
    Starts at
    $29,510
    22 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded H-4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
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  • 2dr Cpe Auto Release Series 2.0 (Natl)
    Starts at
    $30,610
    25 City / 34 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded H-4
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    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

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

The good & the bad

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
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Safety review

Based on the 2016 Scion FR-S base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
4/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
4/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
4/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
5/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
3/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
7.1%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
3/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
7.1%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Maintenance
2 years / 25,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
2 years

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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.7 / 5
Based on 23 reviews
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Comfort 4.3
Interior 4.2
Performance 4.7
Value 4.6
Exterior 4.9
Reliability 4.8

Most recent

By B.Fitz from Warwick, N.Y.
Owns this car
October 20, 2020

6 Speed fun car to drive.

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.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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By Zack from Palm Beach, Florida
Owns this car
August 18, 2020

(This car is all 5 Stars)

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.
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2016 Scion FR-S?

The 2016 Scion FR-S is available in 2 trim levels:

  • (2 styles)
  • Release Series 2.0 (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2016 Scion FR-S?

The 2016 Scion FR-S offers up to 22 MPG in city driving and 30 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2016 Scion FR-S?

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Is the 2016 Scion FR-S reliable?

The 2016 Scion FR-S has an average reliability rating of 4.8 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Scion FR-S owners.

Is the 2016 Scion FR-S a good Coupe?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 Scion FR-S. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.7 / 5
Based on 23 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.3
  • Interior: 4.2
  • Performance: 4.7
  • Value: 4.6
  • Exterior: 4.9
  • Reliability: 4.8

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