Sporty New Scion FR-S Named Best Sports Car for the Money

 The 2013 Scion FR-S, Toyota’s sporty 200 horsepower coupe, was named “Best Sports Car for the Money” by U.S. News & World Report. The annual award is based on a vehicles value, quality, and critical acclaim in 21 different categories. Toyota Scion of Concord is excited for the arrival of these fun and reliable sports cars.

The overall score for the FR-S, which was a 9.1/10, was based on six categories: Critics’ rating, performance, exterior, interior, safety, and reliability. Ultimately, the FR-S was given the title of “Best Sports Car for the Money” because it has the best combination of cost and positive reviews.

The FR-S comes standard with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and six speed transmission and what it lacks in horsepower in comparison to the Nissan 370Z and the Ford Mustang, it makes up for in handling and maneuverability. The FR-S also features better safety ratings than most vehicles in its class.

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The Car Named "Best Sports Car for your Money",
The 2013 Scion FR-S

Front View - 2013  Scion FR-S

Rear View - 2013 Scion FR-S

Scion FR-S Among Car and Driver 10 Best Cars of 2013

2013 Scion FR-S

Scion continues to be a little car brand with a big reputation, most recently earning a spot on the 10Best cars of 2013 from Car and Driver magazine.

Car and Driver editors drove more than 15,000 total miles in every new 2013 model that would be available for under $80,000 in January 2013. The sporty little Scion FR-S is proud to take its place among the top 10, which also includes industry icons like the Audi A6, BMW 3-Series, and Porsche Boxster.

Scion Vice President Doug Murtha  said, “Making the Car and Driver 10Best list in its first year is another example of the energy and enthusiasm building around the FR-S and the fun driving experience it offers. The success of the FR-S reflects the Scion mission to give drivers vehicles that fit their lifestyles and express their individuality.”

The Scion FR-S is a lightweight two-door coupe powered by a 16-valve, 2.0-liter flat boxer engine that produces 200 horsepower and 151 lb-ft of torque. The FR-S is available with either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission with manual shifting mode. Car and Driver compared the communicative steering and chassis balance in the the FR-S to the Porsche Boxster, which makes the FR-S base price of $24,995-$26,265 an incredible bargain, at roughly half the price of the Porsche.

The Scion FR-S has won rave reviews since it debuted, including this one from Car and Driver: “Entertainment, value, and execution of the intended purpose are the 10Best commandments: This one … nails 'em all.” 

Toyota Scion of Concord invites you to judge for yourself if it is the best by taking one for a test drive today near Charlotte, NC. Stop by our dealership inConcord today, or call 740-979-7700 for more information.

Scion FR-S One of Summer’s Hottest Cars

2013 Scion FR-S

In the years of the economic decline between 2008 and 2010, sales of small sports cars dropped by an average of 50% across the board. The Scion FR-S is staging a comeback for the segment as it becomes one of the fastest-selling cars of the season.

Marketed to buyers in the 20-30 age bracket, the Scion FR-S strives to deliver a fun driving experience, and was inspired by the Porsche Cayman. Both cars use “boxer” engines that achieve a lower center of gravity by orienting the pistons horizontally. At about half the price of the Cayman, the FR-S pushes 200 horsepower compared to the Cayman’s 265, and has a top speed of 137 mph and a zero-60 mph time of 6.2 seconds compared to the Caymans’ 5.5 seconds.

Many automakers are using flashy new sports cars as ways to bring attention to the rest of a model lineup, but sales of the FR-S indicate it is more than just an attention-getter. According to Edmunds.com, the Scion FR-S sits on dealer lots for only 11 days before sale, where the industry average is 57 days. This makes it one of the two fastest-selling cars that have been on the market for more than 2 months, and honor shared with the Subaru BRZ, which was developed on the same platform.

The Scion FR-S is described by Motor Trend reviewers as having “driving dynamics that are some of the best we’ve experienced, combined with an affordable price”, and Autoweek gave a simple endorsement of “Yes, you want it.” To decide for yourself, visit Toyota Scion of Concord for a test drive today. We have a full Toyota and Scion inventory, as well as many other quality used cars to choose from, conveniently located near Charlotte, NC.

All-New 2013 Scion FR-S Available at Toyota of Concord

2013 Scion FR-S

Toyota of Concord is excited to introduce the brand-new 2013 Scion FR-S.  The 2013 FR-S is the latest addition to the Scion family and finally provides enough performance to match the sporty styling synonymous with the Scion brand. 

What catches most enthusiasts’ eyes is the sporty, sleek exterior of the new Scion FR-S.  The 2-door coupe features an aerodynamic design that not only will turn heads, but increases performance.  The sports car styling extends to the interior of the car where a pair of racing seats provides enough lateral support to keep the driver in place while accelerating around tight turns.

The sporty coupe appearance of the 2013 Scion FR-S is backed up by its performance, as well as its efficiency.  Powered by a 2.0-liter boxer 4-cylinder engine, the FR-S is able to generate 200 horsepower and 151 lb.-ft. of torque.  This power allows the FR-S to go from 0-60 mph in just 6.6 seconds. The impressive performance of the FR-S does not sacrifice fuel efficiency.  The 2013 FR-S is able to return 34 mpg highway and 30 mpg city.

If you’re interested in learning more about the all-new 2013 Scion FR-S, or in scheduling a test drive stop by Toyota of Concord near Charlotte, NC today. You can also view our inventory of other new Toyota and Scion vehicles on our web site, and follow us on Facebook for updates.