Scion FR-S vs. Toyota 86
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Scion FR-S and Toyota 86 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 Toyota 86.
In comparing the Scion FR-S's and the Toyota 86'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 Toyota 86 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Scion FR-S and Toyota 86 have the same interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Scion FR-S's and the Toyota 86's specifications and ratings, the Scion FR-S is a better car than the Toyota 86.
Pricing: A used 2016 Scion FR-S ranges from $12,991 to $22,991 while a used 2020 Toyota 86 is priced between $21,836 to $30,410.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Scion FR-S’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the Toyota 86 base engine makes 205 horsepower. The FR-S is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 396 miles. The 86 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 370 miles. This gives the Scion FR-S the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Toyota 86. The FR-S uses gasoline, and the 86 uses premium unleaded.
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:
$27,060
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Sports Cars)
$28,504
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Sports Cars)
$25,000 - $33,045
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:
18
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
74,674
# Good or Great Deals:
11
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$26,334
Price Range:
$21,836 - $30,410
Category Avg Price:
(Sports Cars)
$28,476
Category Avg Price Range:
(Sports Cars)
$24,294 - $36,416
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
28
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
38,352
# Good or Great Deals:
11
Scion FR-S Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Toyota 86 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
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 Toyota 86
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
10
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Sports Cars)
8.7
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Sports Cars)
4.9 - 11.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
2.7%
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:
1.4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
1.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
0.6 - 6.9
Scion FR-S Rankings
Not yet available
Toyota 86 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 15Ranking
12 out of / 15Ranking
12 out of / 15Ranking
12 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
Toyota 86 Trim Levels
Base, GT, Hakone Edition
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:
2 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 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:
205 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
156 foot-lbs @ 6400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 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:
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):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
277 / 370 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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:
N/A
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:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
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:
Standard
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
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:
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
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:
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
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:
2776 lbs
Width:
69.9 inches
Height:
52 inches
Length:
166.7 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.9 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:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/45R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Raven
Blue
Oceanic
Gray
Asphalt / Halo / Steel
Orange
Hot Lava
Red
Ablaze
White
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Raven
Blue
Neptune / Oceanic
Gray
Pavement / Steel
Orange
Not available
Red
Ablaze
White
Halo
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Interior Colors
Black
Black
