Toyota 86 (GR86, FRS, BRZ)

Engine:

• 2.0L Flat-4 (Boxer)
• Naturally Aspirated
• Power: 200-205 hp @ 7,000 rpm
• Torque: 151-156 lb-ft @ 6,400-6,600 rpm

Transmission:

• 6-speed Manual
• 6-speed Automatic (optional)

Performance:

• 0-60 mph: ~6.2-7.0 seconds (manual)
• Top Speed: ~140 mph

Chassis:

• Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
• Curb Weight: ~2,760-2,840 lbs
• 53/47 Front-to-Rear Weight Distribution

Suspension:

• Front: MacPherson Strut
• Rear: Double Wishbone

Brakes:

• Front: Ventilated Disc
• Rear: Ventilated Disc

Tires:

• Stock: 215/45R17

Dimensions:

• Length: 166.7 in
• Width: 69.9 in
• Height: 50.6 in
• Wheelbase: 101.2 in

Fuel Economy:

• Manual: ~21/28 mpg (city/highway)
• Automatic: ~24/32 mpg (city/highway)

Notable Features:

• Low center of gravity
• Driver-focused interior
• Torsen Limited-Slip Differential (standard).

The Toyota 86, GR86, Scion FR-S, and Subaru BRZ come from a joint Toyota and Subaru sports-car project built around a front-mounted boxer engine and rear-wheel drive. Their appeal comes from a compact chassis, approachable size, and an emphasis on how the car feels through a corner.

The first-generation car reached U.S. buyers as the Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ for the 2013 model year. FR-S stood for Front-engine, Rear-wheel drive, Sport. The engine combined Subaru’s horizontally opposed layout with Toyota’s D-4S direct and port fuel-injection system, making the collaboration more than a shared body with different badges.

The FR-S became the Toyota 86 in the U.S. for 2017. The second-generation GR86 and BRZ later moved from a 2.0-liter to a 2.4-liter engine while keeping the same basic layout. The family resemblance is strong, but parts compatibility still depends on generation and application.

Why We Like The 86 And BRZ At 9AM:

We like a sports car that gives you a reason to care about steering, balance, and your own driving. These cars make those things a big part of the experience. There’s plenty to enjoy in a modest street setup, with room to develop the car further as your interests change.

These cars give you a lot to enjoy before the first part comes off. The upgrades below let you build on that, whether you’re sorting out your daily driver’s suspension, changing the exhaust note, or getting ready for more time at the track.

Suspension And Alignment

Our 86 / FR-S / BRZ suspension collection includes coilovers, adjustable arms, bushings, and steering components. Coilovers get plenty of attention, but the alignment afterward is just as important. Parts such as SPL rear toe arms give you additional adjustment when the factory range no longer covers the setup. We like treating ride height and alignment as the same project.

Powertrain, Intake, And Exhaust

The 86 / FR-S / BRZ powertrain collection covers everything from intake and exhaust changes to clutch components and more involved engine work. For first-generation cars, the Tomei Expreme Ti Type-D exhaust and Injen SP intake are examples of parts that change the sound and character of the drive. There’s room for a simple bolt-on setup here without turning every car into an engine-build project.

Chassis Bracing

Our 86 / FR-S / BRZ bracing collection includes Phase 2 Motortrend strut braces, subframe braces, and related chassis hardware. These parts reinforce different areas, so it’s worth understanding where a brace mounts and what it’s intended to support. We appreciate the less visible work that goes into a build, especially when each addition has a reason to be there.

Interior And Track Preparation

For owners taking a first-generation car further into track use, we list the Autopower Race Roll Bar for the 2013–2020 FR-S, 86, and BRZ. A roll bar belongs in a wider plan for the seats, restraints, occupant clearance, and event requirements. How much street use the car will keep is part of that conversation too.

This collection spans both generations. Check each part’s listed application against your car, especially when moving between the original 2.0-liter platform and the later GR86 and BRZ.