Part Number: 140496. The Borla 140496 S-Type Cat-Back Exhaust System is engineered specifically for the 2013-2016 Scion FR-S, 2013-2020 Subaru BRZ, and 2017-2020 Toyota 86, all equipped with the naturally aspirated 2.0-L engine and rear-wheel drive.
Before saying anything, I'm only a hobbyist. I've always been interested in cars and only recently began modifying mine. My experiences and expectations will influence this review. Others may say differently.
First, for the price I knew there wasn't going to be a whole lot of difference. The main objective was to get rid of the stock exhaust and make my car sound better. Borla says a slight HP boost can be had but I haven't tested this. Naturally with better airflow I'd assume a few horses could be added. Once again, I have not verified.
The sound is a lot better than the stock exhaust (it better be). However, I do wish it was a bit louder. I didn't want overly loud but I feel like I need just a bit more from the sound side of things with this Borla. I will probably try to adjust this by adding a new mid pipe and headers. Most of the sound will be heard in the lower gears and as you rev up the RPMs. After leveling out and cruising the exhausts quiets down and you can have normal conversations inside of the vehicle which is nice. It's a mature sound, and you won't annoy anyone as you ride by.
Packaging was good and quality of the exhaust was good as well. I didn't see or have any issues there. It came with everything needed for the install and the installation was simple for a hobbyist like myself. The stock exhaust took longer to take off than it did to put this one in. Once you begin driving you'll hear the difference right away.
All in all, I'm content with my purchase. It's tricky with exhausts because videos aren't always accurate with sounds. It's best to find someone in person to hear the sound. If you want loud, this won't be the exhaust for you but it's a good sound. A nice deep and raspy tone. I'm sure once the full exhaust is installed it will sound amazing.
Install was a breeze. Paired it with aftermarket overpipe and a resonated downpipe. This is what a BRZ should sound like! Not too loud, not raspy at all, just a nice deep growl.