Are the Scion FR-S and Toyota 86 the same?

Due to the discontinuation of the Scion marque, in August 2016 the FR-S was re-branded as the Toyota 86 in North America for the 2017 model year and onward.

What is the difference between the Scion FR-S and the 86?

But what’s the difference between the Scion FR-S and the Toyota 86? Essentially, the two are the same car, powered by the same 2.0-liter flat-four engine. However, Toyota has tweaked the gear ratio in manual models, increasing horsepower by 5 to 205 hp total.

What is the Toyota 86 based on?

The 86 has a funny history. It was introduced for 2013 as the Scion FR-S, sister car to the Subaru BRZ and the product of a partnership between Subaru and Toyota to build an affordable rear-drive sports car.

Is Toyota GT86 reliable?

The GT86 is not the most reliable Toyota, says our Driver Power survey – but it’s still a Toyota! Toyota has a reputation for producing bulletproof cars, although the GT86 is actually built by Subaru. However, there’s plenty of similar technology used by both manufacturers, and a GT86 should be stress-free to own.

Can you turbo a Toyota 86?

You will not find a turbocharged GT86 in a Toyota showroom. But when car customizers wanting to offer a more appealing GT86 and sports car fans wanting more power collide, you will inevitably get what the market wants—a turbocharged upgrade.

How fast is a Toyota 86 TRD?

140 mph
Speed and Acceleration It has a top speed of 140 mph off the production line. It can do 0-60 mph in 6.4 seconds when equipped with the six-speed manual, which on par with the Subaru BRZ and faster than the Honda Civic Coupe.

What is the top speed of a 1986?

2020 Toyota 86 Top Speed and Acceleration Times The top speed of the 86 is 140 mph. Along with its lightweight and aerodynamic design, the speed and acceleration of the Toyota 86 can be credited to its 2.0-liter Boxer 4-cylinder engine, which cranks out 205 horsepower and 156 lb-ft of torque.

What is the fastest JDM car?

1 Nissan GT-R Track Edition Plus, with a 0-60 in 2.7 seconds, the Nissan GT-R Track Edition stands as the fastest production car to ever come out of Japan.