How much does the Scion FR-S cost in today's market?

Used Scion FR-S prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Scion FR-S's current nationwide average price is $13,739, and its year-round low is $12,193.19. That gives you a sense of where this model is trading today across the full lineup. Recently, prices have held firm or risen year-over-year across the most recent model years.

Is the Scion FR-S a good car?

Yes — the Scion FR-S is a strong pick if you want a sporty, engaging used car with broad owner appeal. The all-generations owner rating is 4.6/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its fun driving experience, sporty design, and solid handling, and many also value it as an affordable daily driver. The 2015 model adds especially clear enthusiast appeal with its focused, driver-first character and precise cornering feel.

Expert reviews rate the 2015 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs that come up most often are a cramped interior, a dated-feeling cabin, and a desire for more power.

25.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Scion FR-S models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Scion FR-S highly, and the strongest feedback centers on its fun driving character, reliable performance, and everyday value. Expert commentary also reinforces that it feels composed and capable when you push it.

• Owners rate the Scion FR-S between 4.33 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, that points to a car with strong owner satisfaction and a generally reassuring long-term ownership profile, especially if you verify maintenance and history before buying.

What should I look for when buying a used Scion FR-S?

Across all model years, at 54% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Infotainment: a 6.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Bluetooth connectivity and audio streaming, HD Radio, and a USB port.
• Fuel efficiency: The EPA expects the FR-S to return 25 mpg in combined driving with the manual gearbox and 28 mpg with the automatic transmission.

Which Scion FR-S trim should I buy?

The 2015 Scion FR-S offers these trims:

• Scion FR-S: This is the best-value choice if you want the FR-S's core formula: low-slung styling, a 6.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, 17-inch alloy wheels, and the car's sharp, driver-focused character.
• Release Series 1.0: This special-edition version adds Yuzu Yellow paint, dual-zone automatic climate control, push-button start, HID headlights, LED running lights, unique seat fabric, and TRD accessories.

What Scion FR-S do most buyers choose?

The Scion FR-S years with the most listings are 2014, 2015, and 2016.

Higher-volume years usually give you more choices, easier comparison shopping, and a better chance of finding the color, mileage, and condition you want.

What is the Scion FR-S's resale value?

Prices are moving upward in the data shown here, which suggests steady demand for this model. That kind of movement can make a used FR-S feel more resilient on the market, especially if you're shopping a well-kept example. The 2015 model years have held their value best, with prices flat to rising year-over-year.

Is the Scion FR-S safe?

• 2015: 6/10

For the safest used buy, the 2015 model posts the highest confirmed score of 6/10.

Should I buy a used Scion FR-S now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Sweet-spot year: The 2014 model has the most listings. The Scion FR-S offers a focused, playful driving character that makes it especially appealing if you want a car built around enthusiast enjoyment.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: Any nimrod can go fast in a straight line, even in a minivan. But when it comes to applying the basic laws of physics to travel on four wheels, most people quickly get in over their heads. While the FR-S might not necessarily be fast in a stoplight drag race, it is more capable than most affordable performance cars of rounding corners with precision and executing drama-free stops, making this one fun little car to thrash. An angry-sounding 2.0-liter horizontally opposed (boxer) 4-cylinder engine thrums under the hood, capable of producing 200 hp, enough to get this lightweight, 2,758-pound car up to speed with plenty of oomph left in reserve.
• Tech: A touchscreen infotainment system is standard equipment, featuring a 6.1-inch screen, Bluetooth hands-free calling and music streaming, HD Radio and a USB port. My test car had the optional BeSpoke premium touchscreen infotainment system, which included voice-activated navigation, Aha Internet services via iTunes7 and Google Play, and access to social media platforms including Facebook and Twitter.
• Safety: Aside from a stability control system that allows for an impressive level of foolhardiness before stepping in to get the car under control, there are no additional safety features worth mentioning, not even a reversing camera.
• Starting price: Starting at just $25,670, the Scion FR-S comes with plenty of standard equipment, including 17-inch alloy wheels, power accessories, air conditioning and a 6.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Bluetooth connectivity and audio streaming, HD Radio, a USB port and an 8-speaker sound system.

If you're buying used today, the 2014 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2017 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.