2016 Scion FR-S for sale
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 8.5 to 9.6 L/100 km combined (EPA). 3 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 8.5 to 9.6 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 3
For sale
Rent a 2016 Scion FR-S for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: we look for one for you.
2016 Scion FR-S specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder | 2.0L 4-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 9.6 L/100 km | 11.0 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.2 L/100 km | 8.0 L/100 km |
| Combined | 8.5 L/100 km | 9.6 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 199 g/km | 225 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $14.88 | $16.80 |
2016 Scion FR-S: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 24 | 21 |
| MPG highway (US) | 33 | 29 |
| MPG combined (US) | 28 | 24 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 34 | 29 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 198 L (7 cu ft) | 198 L (7 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,950 | US$3,400 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $2,976 | $3,360 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2016 Scion FR-S
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine (1), fuel/propulsion system (1) and power train (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16V420000 | 2016-06-09 | equipment:other:labels | Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Camry and Highlander, 2015-2016 Toyota Tundra, Scion FR-S, and tC vehicles. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to... |
| 16V236000 | 2016-04-22 | equipment:other:labels | Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Yaris, Rav4, Land Cruiser and 4Runner vehicles, and Scion FR-S, iM, and TC vehicles manufactured January 28, 2016, to March 14, 2016. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the... |
| 16V075000 | 2016-02-10 | electrical system:ignition | 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. In the affected vehicles, it may be possible to remove... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2016 Scion FR-S
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2016 Scion FR-S for sale by us right now. Before you buy the 2016 Scion FR-S, here is what the figures say and what to look at.
Recalls and complaints
Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine, fuel/propulsion system and power train; have those parts checked. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package.
Engine and fuel
The 2.0L 4-cylinder, paired with a 6-speed automatic, drives it. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
The combined figure, 8.5 L/100 km, means roughly 26 litres for 300 km. In money, 1,000 km costs about $148.80 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,950 a year for 15,000 miles.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while. It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town.
Inside and out
Low and compact, it is a car for the drive more than the cargo. Its 198 litre trunk is enough for about a large suitcase and a couple of soft bags.
A longer test drive
If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Rent first, buy later: a week with the FR-S answers the big questions. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer.
Picking a year and a trim
Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.
Money matters
A 1,000 km month costs roughly $148.80 at our price setting. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular.
When you know your dates
Questions about trying a car first? Ask in your request.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2016 Scion FR-S from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2016 Scion FR-S for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2016 Scion FR-S
Does CarmaCars sell the 2016 Scion FR-S?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2016 Scion FR-S before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2016 Scion FR-S have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2016 Scion FR-S cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,950 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2976.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.