2016 Scion FR-S

The CarCody take

The 2016 Scion FR-S is a minicompact gasoline car with rear-wheel drive, a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, and a six-speed automatic transmission. Its EPA ratings are 24 MPG city, 33 highway, and 28 combined. EPA annual fuel cost is $2,950, with tailpipe CO2 of 321 grams per mile.

Who it suits. Drivers seeking a small rear-wheel-drive gasoline car Owners whose driving includes substantial highway travel

What it is

The 2016 Scion FR-S is a minicompact car powered by a 2.0 L four-cylinder gasoline engine. It sends power to the rear wheels through an automatic S6 transmission. You can also see it among Scion cars.

The numbers

The defining figure is 28 MPG combined. The EPA rates it at 24 MPG in city driving and 33 MPG on the highway. Your result will depend on how much of your driving matches those two conditions.

What it costs to run

The EPA annual fuel-cost figure is $2,950. Tailpipe output is rated at 321 grams of CO2 per mile.

How it compares

The FR-S's highway rating is 9 MPG higher than its city rating, with the 28 MPG combined figure between them. Those three numbers show the fuel-use gap between slower urban trips and steadier highway travel.

Who it suits

This car suits a buyer who wants a small gasoline car with rear-wheel drive and is comfortable with minicompact dimensions. Its 33 MPG highway rating may matter most if your driving is largely highway miles.

Trade-offs

The rear-wheel-drive layout and 2.0 L engine define the car, while the 24 MPG city rating reflects higher fuel use in urban driving than on the highway. The automatic S6 transmission is the only transmission listed here.

Verdict

Choose the FR-S if a small rear-wheel-drive car fits your driving and you want a clear EPA fuel picture. Budget around $2,950 in yearly gasoline cost under the EPA estimate. Highway trips make better use of its fuel rating than city trips, but its 24 MPG urban figure is the number to watch for stop-and-go routines.