2015 Scion FR-S review
Scion FR-S highlights
Customer rating
RepairPal reliability rating
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Pros
- Nimble handling and fun driving experience
- Thrifty engine
- Good standard selection of features
Cons
- Very small rear legroom
- Equally cramped trunk
- Slightly underpowered engine
Mileage (EPA estimate)
22 city, 30 highway, 25 combined
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The ideal everyday sports coupe
If you’re looking for a stylish and exciting sports car that can also function as a daily driver, the 2015 Scion FR-S is a perfect candidate. With its sleek coupe body, spritely engine, and dynamic rear-wheel-drive chassis, you get all the excitement and performance thrills you could want from a sports car. However, a comfortable cabin, generous list of standard equipment, and frugal powertrain, mean this is also a car that you can easily live with on a daily basis.
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What is new for the 2015 Scion FR-S?
- The FR-S is available in a new trim called the Release 1.0.
- The Monogram trim has been discontinued for 2015.
5 reasons to buy the 2015 Scion FR-S
1. Stylish coupe body
Part of the appeal of any great sports car is its looks, and the 2015 FR-S more than delivers in this department. It’s got classic sports coupe styling, from the angular headlamps to the long nose and the sloping fastback roofline. Couple this with a selection of seven eye-catching exterior color options — like Ultramarine, Firestorm, and Hot Lava — and you have a car that will effortlessly turn heads as you drive past.
2. Dynamic handling and thrills aplenty
The 2015 FR-S is great to look at on the outside, but once you get behind the wheel, you’ll quickly find out it’s equally as exciting to drive as well. The rear-wheel-drive setup combines sharp and agile steering, as well as sports-tuned suspension and disc brakes, to provide an exciting driving experience whenever the mood takes you. Additionally, extra TRD® performance parts are available to enhance the handling further, including lowered springs and a sway bar kit.
3. Fuel-sipping performance from compact engine
Under the hood of every 2015 FR-S is a 2.0L horizontally opposed "boxer" four-cylinder engine, ideally balanced to provide ample performance while remaining kind to your wallet. Producing 200 horsepower and paired to a six-speed manual transmission as standard, put your foot down away from the lights and you’ll go from zero to 60 mph in just 6.5 seconds. Despite this, though, you’ll still be able to achieve an EPA-estimated 24 mpg combined and 29 mpg on the highway.
4. Roomy front seats
Despite being a compact and sleek sports coupe, the 2015 FR-S still offers an impressively roomy interior. There’s seating for up to four passengers, with front seat occupants getting an impressive 41.9 inches of legroom to stretch out into, while rear seat occupants get 29.9 inches of legroom. With standard creature comforts including air conditioning, cruise control, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel, lengthy road trips are a breeze in this car.
5. Stacked standard feature list
With just one trim level on offer, the 2015 FR-S has an impressive stack of features and equipment available as standard. If you like your tech and in-car entertainment, you’ll love the eight-speaker sound system with a 6.1-inch touchscreen display and USB/iPod® integration, as well as Bluetooth® connectivity. Every 2015 FR-S can also have numerous optional features, including a BeSpoke® premium sound system with smartphone app integration, foglights, and voice command.
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Scion FR-S features and specs
Base 2WD 2D Coupe
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Manual Transmission
- Overhead Airbags
- Pioneer Sound System
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Navigation System
- Rear Spoiler
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Smart Key
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.0L
Horsepower
200
Torque (ft-lbs)
151
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
13.2
Wheelbase
101.2"
Overall length
166.7"
Width
69.9"
Height
50.6"
Leg room
F 41.9"/R 29.9"
Head room
F 37.1"/R 35"
Front tires
P215/45WR17
Rear tires
P215/45WR17
Seating capacity
4
Transmission
Manual 6
2015 Scion FR-S FAQ
The 2015 Scion FR-S is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base: 25 MPG City and 34 MPG Highway
- Release 1.0: 25 MPG City and 34 MPG Highway
The 2015 Scion FR-S has received an average 4.3 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2015 Scion FR-S, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2015 Scion FR-S Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2015 Scion FR-S:
- Release 1.0
- Smart Key
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Cloth Seats
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