Do all 2013 FR-S have recall?
Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Toyota Scion FR-S vehicles manufactured March 13, 2012, to January 14, 2016 and equipped an automatic transmission and ignition key. Vehicles with a push-to-start button are not affected.
Which is better FR-S or 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.
Is the BRZ faster than the FR-S?
It’s minutely faster due to a bit more oversteery suspension tune. In reality, they are the same. You are getting the BRZ because it comes with a lot more kit.
How long do Scion FRS engines last?
These engines can easily make it past 300k miles with proper maintenance.
Should I buy a 2013 Scion FRS?
The 2013 Scion FR-S is a good used sports car that works well both as a daily driver and on the track. It has a powerful four-cylinder engine and superb handling, and the front seats are supportive and comfortable. The FR-S is also one of the least expensive cars in the class to own.
How do I add horsepower to my Scion FR-S?
A tried and true method for gaining as much power as possible from the FR-S motor is a supercharger. Owners report over 230 wheel horsepower from a supercharger, pulley, and cold air intake. Some owners get over 300 wheel horsepower, with a stage 1 turbo kit and bigger injectors.
How long do FRS engines last?
How many miles does a Scion FRS last?
While it gets 25 mpg in the city, the FR-S boasts 34 mpg on the highway. The 13.2-gallon tank allows you to get approximately 330 miles out of each tank of gas. It is important to note that the Scion FR-S does require you to use premium unleaded gas.
What kind of engine is in the Scion FR-S?
2.0-liter Boxer engine
When it comes to performance, the FR-S and the BRZ are both powered by an impressive 2.0-liter Boxer engine that generates 200 horsepower and 151 pound-feet of torque, while delivering up to 30 miles per gallon with manual transmission.
Does the BRZ have head gasket problems?
There was one where a guy bought a stock BRZ used with 3000 miles on it and discovered it had a blown head gasket.
What is wrong with the 2013 FRS?
Clutch Release Bearing Failure: Many 2013 FR-S owners are all too familiar with this problem, especially in cold weather. Symptoms include gears grinding when the clutch is depressed, the clutch sitting a little too high, and hard shifting.