2016 FRS steering feel lighter than the previous models?
 

Juz got a 2016 frs. Everything is fine except steering feels lighter than before. Drove a 2014 model two years ago. The steering used to feel a little heavier. To me, that provides more steering feel.

Anyone know what's going on? They changed the steering on the 2016 model?

maybe it was the alignment!!! jk lol Idunno XD

Same tires, suspension, air pressure?


No changes were made between the 14s and 16s other then calming the suspension a bit. Should be noticeable difference.

That's weird. I do felt the different though. Is there anyway to improve the steering feel by making it feel heavier?

It's a new car though:cry: shouldn't be having any problems with alignment

Bigger stickier tires is the only way. The steering is electric motor assisted so no adjustments are possible.

When u first got the car, how do u think about the steering feel? On the light side or heavy?

OEM has a range for its alignment, not specific values. The tires could be within the approved range and still produce iffy results, especially if they're each at a different point within the range. I think that would be my first mod: camber bolts and an alignment, to make sure everything is where it should be.

So I should check my alignment first?

Too subjective to answer since we are not calibrated as to what is "light" or "heavy". I drive a 13, 14 and 15 in quick succession once and found them all about the same.

not sure about 2013/14 models but 2015/16 have the same steering feel (automatic and manual transmissions)

Juz checked with dealer today and tried another 2016 model. It feels the same as my new car. That's why I am wondering the year of the model does matter indeed

The brand new tires on the newer cars could be giving you a false feel. The 14 tires will be worn more.

Drove a 2014 two years ago. That steering feels heavier and provides more steering feel in my opinion