Honda Civic vs Scion FR-S
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 Scion FR-S
Overview
| Spec | Honda CivicLX | Scion FR-SBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Honda CivicLX | Scion FR-SBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 (best) | $25,305 |
| Lowest listing price | $24,559 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $27,477 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $39,075 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 9 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Honda CivicLX | Scion FR-SBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 36 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| City MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 41 MPG (best) | 30 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 12 gal | 13.2 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Honda CivicLX | Scion FR-SBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 150 hp | 200 hp (best) |
| Torque | 133 lb-ft | 151 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | flat 4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Honda CivicLX | Scion FR-SBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 4 seats |
| Doors | 4 (best) | 2 |
| Cargo volume | — | 6.9 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,875 lbs | 2,758 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 108 in (best) | 101.2 in |
| Length | 185 in (best) | 166.7 in |
| Width | 71 in (best) | 69.9 in |
| Height | 56 in (best) | 50.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Honda CivicLX | Scion FR-SBase |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 3 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Honda Civic | Scion FR-S |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $25,305 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Sport $0 MSRP | Base $26,405 MSRP |
| 3 | Sport $0 MSRP | Release Series 2.0 $29,510 MSRP |
| 4 | Sport Touring $0 MSRP | Release Series 2.0 $30,610 MSRP |
| 5 | Sport-L $0 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
Honda Civic9 for sale
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Used2024 Honda Civic
Touring
Aegean Blue Metallic•Black42,293 mi$24,922Rancho Santa Margarita Honda
Santa Margarita, CA
New2026 Honda Civic
Sport
Platinum White Pearl•Black61 mi$27,477MSRP $28,345Rancho Santa Margarita Honda
Santa Margarita, CA
Used2021 Honda Civic
Type R Touring
Rallye Red•Black/Red58,454 mi$39,075Rancho Santa Margarita Honda
Santa Margarita, CA
New2026 Honda Civic
Sport
Meteorite Gray Metallic•Black5 mi$27,122MSRP $27,990Rancho Santa Margarita Honda
Santa Margarita, CA
New2026 Honda Civic
Sport
Crystal Black Pearl•Black5 mi$27,122MSRP $27,990Rancho Santa Margarita Honda
Santa Margarita, CA
- New
2027 Honda Civic
Sport
Meteorite Gray Metallic•Black3 mi$28,412Rancho Santa Margarita Honda
Santa Margarita, CA
Honda Civic vs Scion FR-S FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Honda Civic or 2016 Scion FR-S?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Honda Civic vs 2016 Scion FR-S on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 Honda Civic or 2016 Scion FR-S?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Honda Civic starts lower at $0. Live Honda Civic listings start at $24,559.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Honda Civic or 2016 Scion FR-S?
- The 2027 Honda Civic leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Honda Civic or 2016 Scion FR-S?
- The 2027 Honda Civic leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (49).
- Which has better seats: 2027 Honda Civic or 2016 Scion FR-S?
- The 2027 Honda Civic leads on seats in this comparison (5).