2013 Scion FR-S vs. Its Competition

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Sep 6, 2012

While the Mustang, 370Z, and Camaro are much heavier--fitting better into the muscle car or grand touring segments--they're priced around the same mark, and offer their own kind of fun.

The Nissan 370Z is actually a bit more expensive even in base configuration, and though it's larger and heavier, doesn't offer much more space--and completely lacks back seats.

The Chevy Camaro is more powerful, but lacks the handling and precision of a true sports car; the Ford Mustang likewise is more powerful and heavier, and while it's more balanced in some regards, it doesn't have the feel and precision of the FR-S.

Subaru's BRZ is the doppelganger to the Scion FR-S, but slight differences in the rear suspension setup of the FR-S make it a bit sharper and more neutral in cornering; some may prefer the styling and brand reputation of the Subaru, however.

Finally, the Mazda MX-5 Miata is much different, with a convertible top, no rear seats, and less horsepower than the FR-S, but it is even lighter, and with the optional retractable hard top, can offer a solid alternative to the sporty coupe.

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8.2 The 2013 Scion FR-S is the real deal: a sports car, built simply, at an affordable price.	8 The Chevy Camaro's no single-minded musclecar--there's good gas mileage and entertaining handling to be had, if you tick the right boxes.	8.4 Don't let the brash sound and classic looks fool you; the Ford Mustang offers some of the best performance-car bang for the buck--delivered with surprising sophistication.	8 While the performance-per-dollar value of the 2013 Nissan 370Z remains largely intact, enabling it to play with more expensive sports cars for less money, rising prices narrow that advantage.	8.2 The 2013 Subaru BRZ shows that simplicity and leanness can provide more driving thrills than complex, high-horsepower sports cars costing several times as much.	7.2 The 2012 Mazda MX-5 is a true sports roadster with great handling and fun at any speed, and more practical than you might think.
MSRP From
$24,500	$23,345	$22,200	$33,120	$25,495	$23,470
Gas Mileage
22 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy	14 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy	15 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy	17 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy	22 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy	21 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy
Engine
Gas I4	Gas V6	Gas V6	Gas V6	Gas Flat 4	Gas I4
EPA Class
Minicompact	Compact	Compact	Two-Seater	Subcompact Cars	Two Seater
Style Name
2dr Coupe Man (Natl)	2dr Coupe LS w/1LS	2dr Coupe V6	2dr Coupe Manual	2dr Coupe Premium Man	2dr Convertible Man Sport
Drivetrain
Rear Wheel Drive	Rear wheel drive	Rear Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity
4	4	4	2	4	2
Passenger Doors
2	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Body Style
Coupe	Coupe	Coupe	2 Door Coupe	Coupe	2 Door Convertible
Transmission
Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual w/OD	Manual	Manual w/OD