Ultimate Guide: Subaru BRZ Lowering Springs and Scion FR-S Lowering Springs Reviews

We have a lot of customers with the Subaru BRZ and Scion FR-S asking us what lowering springs we recommend. It’s really difficult to say as the brands we carry are all high quality, so the decision really lies in the drop you want, and the spring stiffness. It also depends on what type of driving you will be doing. So what we did was put together a list of the Scion FR-S Lowering Springs and Subaru BRZ Lowering Springs that we carry to help you decide on what is best for you.

We’d love to hear your reviews and feedback in the comments. Let us know what your favorite springs are for your FR-S or BRZ.

Swift Race Spec-R Lowering Springs
Swift Lowering Springs Scion FR-S/Subaru BRZ [Race Spec-R] – Part # 4T909R

Lowers in the front: 1.1″
Lowers in the rear: 1.0″
Spring Rate: Linear

Review: For those who care more about handling and performance that the amount of lowering, Swift springs are our favorite. Swift has made a name for itself with coilover springs and has recently released it’s own line of lowering springs and it’s making waves. Absolutely excellent springs and they are designed to be used with stock shocks.

TruHart Lowering Springs
TruHart Lowering Springs Scion FRS/Subaru BRZ – Part # TH-S406

Lowers in the front: 1.75″
Lowers in the rear: 1.25″
Spring Rate: Progressive
Warranty: Lifetime

Review: TruHart is an entry level spring with handling and performance that surprised us. The ride is firmer but still comfortable, the lowering is aggressive, and a lifetime warranty protects against any manufacturer defects. Great springs for those who want something cheap yet functional and quality. Performance shocks recommended.

D2 Racing Lowering Springs
D2 Racing Lowering Springs Scion FRS/Subaru BRZ – Part # D-SP-SC-06

Lowers in the front: 1.75″
Lowers in the rear: 1.25″
Spring Rate: Progressive
Warranty: Lifetime

Review: D2 Racing lowering springs are one of the most popular for the FT86 platform. Great ride, aggressive lowering and one of the best priced springs available. Aftermarket shocks are recommended with springs that lower so aggressive.

B&G S2 Sport Lowering Springs
B&G S2 Lowering Springs Scion FR-S – Part # 92.1.101
B&G S2 Lowering Springs Subaru BRZ – Part # 86.1.030

Lowers in the front: 1.4″
Lowers in the rear: 1.4″
Spring Rate: Progressive
Warranty: Lifetime

Review: B&G Lowering Springs are nice for those who want to lower their BRZ or FR-S but maintain a good ride. B&G offers almost a 1 and a half inch drop front and rear which is more geared toward the aggressive drop.

Eibach Pro Kit Lowering Springs
Eibach Pro Kit Springs Scion FR-S – Part # 82105.140
Eibach Pro Kit Springs Subaru BRZ – Part # 82105.140

Lowers in the front: 1.0″
Lowers in the rear: 1.0″
Spring Rate: Progressive
Warranty: Million Mile

Review: Eibach Pro Kits are great for those who want to reduce some of the fender gap, but don’t want to be too low. One inch drop front and rear is considered minor, but it’s good for those who don’t want to worry about rubbing aftermarket wheels and tires on their fenders. Of course it depends on what size aftermarket wheels and tires you run, but this is a generally a safe bet. Great ride.

Eibach Sportline Lowering Springs
Eibach Sportline Springs Scion FR-S – Part # 4.10582
Eibach Sportline Springs Subaru BRZ – Part # 4.10582

Lowers in the front: 1.4″
Lowers in the rear: 1.4″
Spring Rate: Progressive
Warranty: Million Mile

Review: If the Eibach Pro Kits didn’t lower your car enough, the Sportlines might be for you. Eibach Sportline is made to lower about half an inch more than the Pro Kit, so you get a more aggressive stance and clear up even more of that wheel gap.

H&R Sport Lowering Springs
H&R Sport Lowering Springs Scion FRS – Part # 4408
H&R Sport Lowering Springs Subaru BRZ – Part # 54408

Lowers in the front: 1.0″
Lowers in the rear: 1.2″
Spring Rate: N/A
Warranty: N/A

Review: H&R Sport Springs give you about the same drop as the Eibach Pro Kit, but lower a bit more in the rear. H&R prides itself on offering a good ride, and many of our customers give their Sport springs great reviews.

H&R Super Sport Lowering Springs
H&R Super Sport Lowering Springs Scion FRS – Part # 54408-77
H&R Super Sport Lowering Springs Subaru BRZ – Part # 54408-77

Lowers in the front: 1.2″
Lowers in the rear: 1.4″
Spring Rate: N/A
Warranty: N/A

Review: H&R Super Sport Springs are for those who want to be a bit lower than what the sport provides, so these lower the car an extra .2″ front and rear.

Hotchkis Lowering Springs
Hotchkis Lowering Springs Scion FR-S – Part # 19445
Hotchkis Lowering Springs Subaru BRZ – Part # 19445

Lowers in the front: 1.0″
Lowers in the rear: 1.0″
Spring Rate: N/A
Warranty: 3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Made in the USA.

Review: Hotchkis springs, made in the USA, are designed for comfort in the mind. Minimal lowering, but enough to close the gap.

Megan Racing Lowering Springs
Megan Racing Lowering Springs Scion FRS/Subaru BRZ – Part # MR-LS-SFR12

Lowers in the front: 1.75″
Lowers in the rear: 1.25″
Spring Rate: Progressive
Warranty: 3 Years

Review: The Megan Racing springs are for those who want a serious drop. These are designed to go low, but still offer a good ride. One thing common with springs that have big drops is they tend to sag even more over time. Megan Racing springs are unique in that they have a very high tensile strength steel that resists this premature sagging pretty well.

Manzo Lowering Springs
Manzo Lowering Springs Scion FRS/Subaru BRZ – Part # LSSFR-12

Lowers in the front: 1.75″
Lowers in the rear: 1.25″

Review: Our least expensive spring offered for this platform, yet comparable to more expensive springs. Good ride quality, good handling and braking improvements and good craftsmanship. Great entry level spring that offers aggressive lowering. Recommended to use performance shocks with these. It appears to be a common thread that the lowest priced springs all have the same amount of drop.

RS-R Super Down Lowering Springs
RS-R Lowering Springs Scion FR-S [Super Down] – Part # T065S

Lowers in the front: 1.1″
Lowers in the rear: 1.3″
Spring Rate: N/A
Warranty: 1 Year / 12,000 miles.
Made in Japan.

Review: RS-R Springs, made in Japan, are arguably the best riding springs we sell. RS-R really takes the daily driver into consideration to create a lowering springs that works with the OEM geometry, lowers just the right amount, and maintains a comfortable ride. These springs are actually designed to be used with the factory shocks.

Tanabe GF210 Lowering Springs
Tanabe GF210 Lowering Springs Scion FRS/Subaru BRZ – Part # TGF166

Lowers in the front: 0.6″
Lowers in the rear: 0.9″
Spring Rate: N/A
Warranty: N/A

Review: Tanabe GF210 lowering springs give you the least amount of drop that we sell. This is good for those that want to lower their car a little, and want to keep as much of the factory ride as possible. These springs are also made for those who want a soft and supple ride. Really for those who want to reduce just a bit of wheel gap, not have a noticeably lower car, and retain as much ride quality as possible.

TEIN HTech Lowering Springs
TEIN HTech Springs Scion FR-S – Part # SKSA0-G1B00
TEIN HTech Springs Subaru BRZ – Part # SKSA0-G1B00

Lowers in the front: 1.0″
Lowers in the rear: 0.8″
Spring Rate: Progressive
Warranty: 1 Year

Review: TEIN HTech lowering springs, also known as High Tech, are TEIN’s luxury springs, which are designed to give you a modest drop with maximum ride comfort. Good for those who are all about the ride, and just want to close some of the wheel gap.

TEIN STech Lowering Springs
TEIN STech Springs Scion FR-S/Subaru BRZ – Part # SKQ54-AUB00

Lowers in the front: 1.4″
Lowers in the rear: 1.2″
Spring Rate: Progressive
Warranty: 1 Year

Review: TEIN STech Lowering Springs are a relatively aggressive drop, but still offer much of the benefits of a more luxury spring as ride comfort is key. TEIN STech’s are a popular choice as they have a drop that most customers are looking for without being too aggressive.