The new Scion FR-S and its twin the Subaru BRZ have made a big splash in the rear-wheel drive coupe market. These vehicles offer fun at an affordable price to go along with modern styling. Both of these vehicles come equipped with the Grand Touring Summer Michelin Primacy HP. While this tire does…
…Nurburgring runs. The Scion FR-S will be priced more aggressively so Toyota may try keep the car in budget by using the 215/45-17 Grand Touring All-Season Michelin Primacy MXM4, O.E. on the Lexus CT 200h. Fortunately, there are several 215/45-17 tires suitable for the Scion FR-S. If I'm going to…
…Summer tire, the Bridgestone Potenza RE-11. 215/45R17 Bridgestone Potenza RE-11 225/45R17 Bridgestone Potenza RE-11 The optimum size for a BRZ or Scion FR-S running the 7" wide 48mm offset Original Equipment wheels is 215/45R17 because compared to 225/45R17 it provides better steering response…
…the Scion FR-S, we have been able to get both vehicles to Tire Rack's headquarters for measurements. First indication is that these very capable cars have been very "under tired" from the factory. Despite its excellent poise and impressive skidpad numbers, the BR-Z and FR-S are shod…
…now has a nice assortment of both the Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ in many colors and customized in different ways. Our employees that bought these new sports cars knew what was approaching this winter. All of the Subaru BRZ models and a majority of the Scion FR-S vehicles came factory installed with…
Good news for those running stock class in SCCA that have their Subaru BRZ or Scion FR-S. Enkei Racing Series is making a version of their popular RPF1 wheel in a 17x7" size with an offset of ET42. Weighing in at a scant 14.5 lbs, the wheel will be a great choice for both vehicles. The 5-100…
…wanting to shave pounds from their car and time from their runs. The MR131 Traklite is available in fitments for the Mazda MX-5 Miata, Honda Civic, Scion FRS/Subaru BRZ, Subaru WRX, Volkswagen GTI, Ford Mustang and Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution in black, bronze and silver finishes. 17x7 fitments…
…been waiting for Eibach to release Pro-Kit Springs for the Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ? Well, they are now in stock and one of my co-workers has already installed them on his BRZ. Eibach makes the same Pro-Kit Springs for both the Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ. The average lowering is about an inch for…
Looking for a fun and affordable upgrade for your BRZ or FR-S? Following up on my previous post, the AIRAID MXP Series with Synthamax intake is now in stock for the Subaru BRZ and Scion FR-S. We have special pricing on these intakes at this time. In order to conform to AIRAID's minimum…
After what seems to be decades of waiting, the first Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ are beginning to arrive. Initial vehicle availability will be tight. Here at Tire Rack, we're still waiting to get them in our studio to be photographed. Thanks to the help from our suppliers, we've been able to…
Do you have the new Scion FR-S or Subaru BRZ? Your summer tires are designed for optimum grip and handling in warm weather. However, they'll be skittish in below freezing temperatures and even slicker in the snow. Summer tires combined with light weight and rear-wheel drive make this is a car…
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The sporty new Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ have arrived. Equipped with an agile, lightweight chassis, rear-wheel drive and a 200HP boxer engine, these cars are a lot of fun. However, for car enthusiasts, there's always the urge to add a little something extra. In the case of the FR-S and BRZ, an…
In the Scion family, the FR-S gets the most buzz, the xB evokes the most polarizing opinions, the iQ draws the most attention and the tC typically sells the best. The Scion xD gets overlooked as it provides practicality, dependability and efficiency, while simply getting the job done. If you drive…
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