Scion FR-S vs. Dodge Challenger
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Scion FR-S and Dodge Challenger contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Scion FR-S and the Dodge Challenger.
In comparing the Scion FR-S's and the Dodge Challenger's specifications and ratings, the Scion FR-S has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Dodge Challenger has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Scion FR-S's and the Dodge Challenger's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2016 Scion FR-S ranges from $12,991 to $22,991 while a used 2016 Dodge Challenger is priced between $13,999 to $51,113.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Scion FR-S’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the Dodge Challenger base engine makes 305 horsepower. The FR-S is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 396 miles. The Challenger is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles.This gives the Scion FR-S the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Dodge Challenger the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Dodge Challenger has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: The Dodge Challenger has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$25,305
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$26,995
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Sports Cars)
$29,034
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Sports Cars)
$24,145 - $41,820
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$17,888
Price Range:
$12,991 - $22,991
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
19
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
76,616
# Good or Great Deals:
9
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$26,583
Price Range:
$13,999 - $51,113
Category Avg Price:
(Sports Cars)
$23,501
Category Avg Price Range:
(Sports Cars)
$19,861 - $26,962
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
360
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
74,228
# Good or Great Deals:
89
Scion FR-S Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Dodge Challenger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Scion FR-S
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
3.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
1.7%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Dodge Challenger
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
1.6
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Sports Cars)
4.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Sports Cars)
0.9 - 7.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.2%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.5
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.5
Typical Category Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
1.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
0.9 - 3.1
Scion FR-S Rankings
Not yet available
Dodge Challenger Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
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2 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
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5 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 14Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 15Ranking
7 out of / 7Ranking
8 out of / 15Ranking
10 out of / 15Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Scion FR-S Trim Levels
Base, Release Series 2.0
Dodge Challenger Trim Levels
392 HEMI Scat Pack Shaker, R/T, R/T Plus, R/T Plus Shaker, R/T Scat Pack, R/T Shaker, SRT 392, SRT Hellcat, SXT, SXT Plus
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
151 foot-lbs @ 6400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.073 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
305 hp @ 6350 rpm
Torque:
268 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.079 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
290 / 396 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 30 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 555 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
35 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
6.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
76.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
16.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2758 lbs
Width:
69.9 inches
Height:
50.6 inches
Length:
166.7 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3885 lbs
Width:
85.8 inches
Height:
57.5 inches
Length:
197.9 inches
Wheelbase:
116.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Raven
Blue
Oceanic
Gray
Asphalt / Halo / Steel
Orange
Hot Lava
Red
Ablaze
Silver
Not available
White
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Pitch Black Clear Coat
Blue
Jazz Blue Pearl Coat
Gray
Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat / Maximum Steel Metallic Clear Coat
Orange
Go Mango
Red
Redline Red Tri-Coat Pearl / TorRed Clear Coat
Silver
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
White
Bright White Clear Coat
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black/Tungsten
