2013 Scion FR-S 10 Series 6MT
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- Photo: 2013 Scion FR-S, front right, 07-09-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2014 Scion FR-S, dk blue by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: The Rock (55245826138) by Guyon, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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- Photo: 2014 Scion FR-S, Rear Left, 08-03-2021 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2013 Scion FR-S 10 Series 6MT is a 200-hp 2.0-liter with a 6-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $27,425 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.
It makes 200 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 151 lb-ft of torque at 6600 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 22 mpg city and 30 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).
The FR-S measures 166.7 inches long on a 101.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,758 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $27,425 ($38,254 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $28,180 ($39,307 *) |
| Destination Charge | $755 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0-liter horizontally-opposed (boxer) 4-cylinder, D-4S (direct + port injection), DOHC |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 200 hp @ 7,000 rpm |
| Torque | 151 lb-ft @ 6600 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 16-valve, dual variable valve timing |
| Bore and Stroke | 86 x 86 |
| Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 |
| Injection Type | D-4S (direct and port injection) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
| Differential Type | Torsen limited-slip |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| 1st Gear | 3.626 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.188 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.541 |
| 4th Gear | 1.213 |
| 5th Gear | 1 |
| 6th Gear | 0.767 |
| Reverse | 3.437 |
| Final Drive | 4.1 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 22 MPG |
| Highway | 30 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 13.2 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double wishbone |
| Turning Diameter | 35.4 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.6 in ventilated disc (295 mm) |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.4 in ventilated disc (290 mm) |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17 x 7.0 in alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 17 x 7.0 in alloy |
| Tires Front | 215/45R17 |
| Tires Rear | 215/45R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 166.7 in |
| Width | 69.9 in |
| Height | 51.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in |
| Front Track | 59.8 in |
| Rear Track | 60.6 in |
| Ground Clearance | 4.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 6.9 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,758 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 53% / 47% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.1 in |
| Headroom Rear | 35 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.9 in |
| Legroom Rear | 29.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 54.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 51.7 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.1 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 45.3 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Scion FR-S. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Nov 1, 2018 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Subaru Impreza, 2012-2013 Impreza Stationwagon, 2013 Subaru BRZ, XV Crosstrek and Toyota Scion FR-S vehicles. The engine valve springs in these vehicles may fracture causing an engine malfunction or a possible engine stall.
Consequence: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Subaru will notify their owners. Toyota will notify the FR-S owners. Dealers will replace the valve springs, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Subaru owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614, Toyota owners may contact the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-888-270-9371. Subaru's number for this recall is WTY-84.
NHTSA campaign 18V772000
Feb 10, 2016 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH
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 the ignition key without the transmission being in the "Park" position. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Consequence: If the key can be removed from the ignition when the transmission is not in the "Park" position, the vehicle could roll away increasing the risk of a crash and occupant or pedestrian injuries.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ignition key/transmission interlock wiring connections, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 7, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is G0E.
NHTSA campaign 16V075000
Apr 9, 2013 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2013 Toyota Tundra, 2010-2012 Rav4, 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 2010-2011 Toyota Corolla, 2010-2011 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2010-2013 Toyota Venza, 2010-2011 Toyota 4Runner, 2010-2013 Toyota Tacoma, 2011-2012 Toyota Sienna, 2012 Toyota Prius, 2013 Scion FR-S, 2011 Scion XD, 2011 Scion XB, and 2012 Scion TC vehicles. These vehicles were sold with labels that were outside the allowable one percent of accuracy of actual weight added. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) Number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence: An inaccurate label could lead to owners overloading their vehicles and tires. An overloaded vehicle can result in a tire failure which may result in a vehicle crash, personal injury, or property damage.
Remedy: Southeast Toyota will notify owners and provide a corrected label with instructions concerning its installation. A small group of the affected vehicles will need additonal remedies which are still being developed. The recall began on May 28, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.
NHTSA campaign 13V123000
Jun 5, 2012 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2013 SCION FR-S VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 22, 2012, THROUGH MAY 14, 2012. THE OWNERS MANUAL CONTAINS AN INACCURATE DESCRIPTION OF THE ACTUAL OPERATION OF THE FRONT PASSENGER OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM. OTHER PORTIONS OF THE OWNERS MANUAL, DESCRIBING THE AIR BAG SYSTEM, REQUIRE CLARIFICATION. AS SUCH, THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD (FMVSS) NO. 208, OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.
Consequence: IF A USER READS AND FOLLOWS INACCURATE OWNERS MANUAL INFORMATION, THIS COULD LEAD TO AN INCREASED RISK OF INJURY TO A FRONT PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT UNDER CERTAIN CRASH CONDITIONS.
Remedy: TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND WILL MAIL CORRECTED INSERTS FOR THE OWNERS MANUALS, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 3, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-866-707-2466.
NHTSA campaign 12V255000
179 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2013 Scion FR-S
Owner Complaints
179 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013 Scion FR-S (3 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine | 141 |
| Power Train | 21 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 8 |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 |
| Steering | 7 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 5 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2013 SCION FR-S. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.