Is the Scion FR-S the same as Subaru BRZ?

This happens for cars that look identical, share similar features, or have a lot in common. When we talk about cars like the Toyota Supra and how it’s closely related to the BMW Z4 we look at all of the parts that were created in collaboration between the two.

What is better Scion FRS or Subaru BRZ?

Mechanical Differences In The FR-S and BRZ The FR-S also has a slightly better coefficient of drag at 0.27 versus 0.28 for the BRZ with spoiler and 0.29 for without. The FR-S also has slightly softer springs up front and stiffer ones at the back making the FR-S prone to slightly less understeer than the BRZ.

What does FR-S stand for?

Front-engine, Rear-wheel drive
FR-S stands for Front-engine, Rear-wheel drive, Sport.

What’s cheaper BRZ or FRS?

However, there are still some noticeable differences, including price–the Scion FR-S starts out cheaper than the BRZ, with a starting MSRP of $26,100 (while the BRZ has a starting MSRP of $26,190). Keep on reading to find out more; then, head to Continental Scion for a test drive!

Is the Scion FR-S considered a sports car?

The Scion FR-S is a rear-wheel-drive sports car that was first introduced for the 2013 model year. The FR-S is a joint production of Toyota and Subaru, the latter selling the similar Subaru BRZ. Both models are powered by Subaru’s four-cylinder boxer engine and offer manual and automatic transmission pairings.

What does FR-S and BRZ stand for?

Boxer, Rear-Drive, Zenith We’ve already seen the Scion FR-S concept at the 2011 New York Auto Show; now we can get a better idea what Subaru has prepared with the BRZ Prologue concept. BRZ, as Subaru says, stands for Boxer engine, Rear-wheel drive, and Zenith. The FR-S and BRZ will likely produce about 200 hp.

What’s the difference between Subaru BRZ and Scion FR-S?

The Subaru BRZ and Scion FR-S are tuned slightly differently, though you’ll have to really push them to their limits to feel a difference. Both models feature McPherson struts and a stabilizer bar on the front end, a double-wishbone suspension with coil springs and a stabilizer bar in the rear, and the same brakes.

What kind of engine does a Subaru BRZ have?

The Subaru BRZ and Scion FR-S are mechanically identical. Each has a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine under its hood. The power plant yields 200 horsepower and 151 pound-feet of torque. Both models come with a standard six-speed manual transmission.

Is there a class action lawsuit against Subaru?

The issue caught the attention of the Center for Auto Safety and culminated in a class-action lawsuit filed against both Subaru and Toyota late last year. It’s been a year since that suit was filed, and there hasn’t been much public noise about the matter since. 2020’s kept us busy in other ways.