No pricing data available at this time. Our Opinion - 2025 Subaru BRZ Review Some of us at the protest don’t mind that the Subaru BRZ and its nearly identical twin, the Toyota GR86, are being hailed as the return of the cheap sporty coupe. The fact that both cars are on our 2025 10Best list shows this to be true. A real driving machine needs to have a basic manual transmission, lots of steering feedback, and a chassis that is easy to change and has limits that can be reached. The back seats of the Subie are better for hauling cargo, even though the interior is called a 2+2. Also, the inside isn’t very fancy or unique, but it does its job and is comfortable for commuters—after all, you should be paying attention to the road. Aside from the Toyota, there are no other fixed-roof racing cars in this price range. Even though it has less room for people and things, the Mazda MX-5 Miata is the best alternative to the BRZ and GR86. You can get it with either a soft top or the strong targa-style roof panel on the RF type. What's New? All BRZ models now have sport mode, which used to be only offered in cars with automatic transmissions. Sport makes the throttle action better in BRZs with manual transmissions. Inside the Limited, there are more red details, stronger red contrast stitching, and black microsuede seats with red leather accents. The Active Sound Control system has also been changed in some way, letting engine noise into the car. Pros and Cons Pros Engaging steering and enjoyable handling. Responsive and communicative even at the limit. A secure and confident sports car. Cons The cabin is excessively loud. The GR86 struggles with a less stable tail. It is more impractical than the Mustang. Engine, Transmission, and Performance The BRZ has a 2.4-liter flat-four engine that is naturally aspirated and makes 228 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. The power to the back wheels can be sent by a six-speed manual transmission or an optional six-speed automatic gearbox. Our test vehicle tipped the scales at 28,432 pounds, which is somewhat higher than the previous BRZ but rather light for a contemporary sports vehicle. The BRZ has a great steering feel and can turn bends with poise. Its tail can swing out. Even though the ride is rough, that’s part of what makes the car fun. All models have a limited-slip rear differential, but the Premium model has 17-inch wheels, and the Limited model has 18-inch wheels for better speed. The top-of-the-line tS trim has better road manners thanks to its stronger brakes and carefully adjusted suspension system. Safety EyeSight is Subaru’s driving assistance technology that comes standard on all BRZs. It includes lane departure warning, front automated emergency braking, and front collision warning. Automatic transmission cars can now have adaptive cruise control and rear autonomous stopping. The following are important safety features: Front emergency braking that works automatically and standard forward collision warning. You can get lane-keeping assistance and a basic lane departure warning. You can get adaptive speed control. Internal and External Cargo Capacity The BRZ’s two-seat layout and sleek, tech-infused exterior are driver-centric features. When the car is in Track drive mode, the tachometer changes from a circle to a line graph in the middle of the 7.0-inch fully digital gauge panel that faces the driver. To keep people safe when making quick turns, the front seats are highly reinforced. One of the most useful things about the coupe is still its big trunk, which can fit four tires (for track days, of course). Fuel Economy and Actual MPG The EPA says that the BRZ with automatic drive gets 21 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway, making it the most fuel-efficient. These numbers drop a bit for cars with a six-speed manual engine, which gets 20 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway. As part of our thorough testing process, we put the cars through a 75-mph highway fuel-economy route. An automatic model got an impressive 37 mpg, while a manual-transmission BRZ got 32 mpg. Infotainment and Connectivity Everyone who buys a BRZ can control the entertainment system with an 8.0-inch tablet in the middle of the dashboard. The good news is that the screen doesn’t just have touch controls; it also has a few hard buttons and physical knobs for level and tuning. As normal features, you can get SiriusXM satellite radio, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay. Range, Charging, and Battery Life The BRZ’s 2.4-liter engine is faster than the 2.0-liter engine from the last generation, but it’s not fast enough to make it the fastest car in town. We drove a 2024 Subaru BRZ tS with manual gear, and it went from 0 to 60 mph in less than 5.5 seconds, faster than the last generation of the BRZ tS. Price and How to Choose We would pay more for the Limited because it has nicer features like blind-spot tracking, summer tires, and 18-inch aluminum wheels. That six-speed manual transmission that comes with Subaru’s sports car works great with it. If you’d like one, the Limited trim level will instantly add $760.
