No pricing data available at this time. 2025 Subaru BRZ Overview What’s new: I am not looking forward to any big changes. BRZ generation II, which came out for the first time in 2022. The 2025 Subaru BRZ is a niche car in a world where generalists are becoming more popular. Like its related cousin, the Toyota GR86, it has rear-wheel drive, is light, and lets you feel like you’re connected while moving. The flat-four engine with 228 horsepower makes power. That’s not much in this day and age, but it doesn’t have to excite much, either. Reports say that a turbocharged engine is being worked on, but it doesn’t look like it will be ready for the 2025 model year, and we think there will be no big changes. It’s fun to drive the BRZ on roads that curve because it’s light and quick. It’s easy to have fun on public roads without going too far. More and more cars, even high-performance ones, don’t have manual engines. Subaru also has reasonable prices on the BRZ, making it a great choice for people who want to buy their first sports car or who want to save up for high-performance track days. The main car that competes with the 2025 Subaru BRZ is the Toyota GR86. We won’t mind if you choose the one you think looks better. The only things that really vary are the style and how the suspension is tuned. A Mazda MX-5 Miata is another car to think about. It is the perfect example of a “big fun in a small package” sports car. Check out our Expert Rating below to learn more about the BRZ for this year. What do they like to live with? We went 20,000 kilometers in the most recent version of the BRZ, which got its most recent update in 2022. Surprisingly, it was great. Not only did this coupe handle well on curvy roads, but it was also surprisingly roomy—two golf bags fit under the front seats. Read more about it in our Subaru BRZ long-term tests. Pros vs Cons Pros Exact direction and control. A control method that is easy to understand and use. For a racing car, the ride is pretty good. It is an excellent mix of fun and cost. Cons There is no storage room, and the back seats are too close together. The roads are making more noise. Performance How does the BRZ get its power? It’s very easy to drive and steer the BRZ. The car’s well-tuned suspension and general balance make it good for any driving. The quick and very accurate steering lets you steer the car exactly where you want it to go around corners. Are you brave and ready to act in a fun way? This is something that the BRZ is happy to do. You could take a short slide around a corner on the tracks. There’s also no trouble here. The BRZ is fun to drive and stable when you need it to be. It’s also light enough. The brakes stop the car well enough, but for long periods of hard use, like on a track day, they might benefit from more powerful pads. When going 60 miles per hour, it took our BRZ Limited test car with performance summer tires 106 feet to stop. In light traffic, the brakes stop easily, and they’re very easy to use around town. The bigger engine in this version of the BRZ is better from idle to redline. Unlike cars from earlier models, there is no loss of power at mid-rpm. Our BRZ Limited, with a manual transmission, went from 0 to 60 mph in 6.1 seconds on our test track. This is about the same speed as the newest Golf GTI (5.9 seconds) and Mazda Miata (6.0 seconds), and it’s about a second faster than the old model. Your hand feels strong and sure on the shifter for the six-speed manual transmission as you drive through the gates. It takes 6.9 seconds longer for the automatic drive to speed up, but it is easier to use in crowded places. It has thumb shifters and quick downshifts when you put it in Track mode. Comfort How does the BRZ make you feel? The BRZ can handle most road imperfections, even at higher speeds, and still have a firm ride with good compliance. You can use this car on both big highways and back roads. Seats that are easy to change by hand keep you in place without making you feel squished and give your upper back more support. Dual-zone temperature control works well, even though it seems like a waste of money for a small car. The BRZ makes a lot of noise, which is a shame. The noise from the cars and the roads is unbearable and never stops. Also, the BRZ’s engine noise, which has never been its strong point, is more annoying than interesting. Interior How is the state of the inside? The BRZ’s simple, easy-to-use interior lets the driver focus on driving the car. Inside the BRZ, it could be more roomy because it’s small, but taller people will be happy in the front seats. Taller drivers will like the fact that there is more room and flexibility than in the Miata, which is much more stifling. On the other hand, the back seats should be used for storage instead of sitting people. The BRZ has a low dashboard because the infotainment touchscreen is well-merged and placed out of the way to improve visibility. The low hood line and low-profile Subaru engine of the BRZ make it easier to see on country roads and racetracks. Sometimes, it’s hard to get in and out of the BRZ because it has big doors and a low ride height. Technology What’s wrong with the tech? Some new technologies are built into the Subaru BRZ. The BRZ has both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, but it doesn’t have a built-in GPS. With the two fast-charging USB ports in the center seat, you can keep your device out of the way while you drive. Additionally, the BRZ’s navigation system works well and responds quickly, even though it doesn’t look very good. The sound tools could be better. The system gets tired quickly when the volume is low, and it can’t handle the noise inside the car, which isn’t necessary for a sports car. This could be better. Considering how much it costs, the BRZ has a good number of cutting-edge technologies that help the driver. Even though adaptive cruise control, automated emergency braking, and rear emergency braking are all useful features, most of them depend on the optional automatic gear. Pay close attention to the BRZ’s different traction and stability features. The Track mode makes them even more fun to drive, and they are perfect for everyday driving. On a closed track, if you are a skilled driver, you can turn them off and let the tail out. Storage What’s going on with storage? Even though small coupes are only some of the most useful vehicles, the BRZ can handle most everyday tasks. Due to its low height, the BRZ’s trunk space is only 6.3 cubic feet. However, Subaru says that it can take four wheels with tires when the seats are folded, which the Miata can’t do. The trunk of a Miata can hold 4.6 cubes of stuff, but the trunk of a much bigger Mustang can hold 13.5 cubes. The BRZ doesn’t have much useful storage room. The cupholders are well behind the driver’s right elbow, so you never have to worry about hitting them while driving. The back seats are great for putting bags, jackets, and other things you want to avoid rolling around in the trunk. The car seats can be attached, but it might be hard to get in and out of them. Fuel Economy How much fuel does it use? Thanks to its lightweight and small engine, the BRZ gets pretty good gas mileage for a sports car. We were pleased to see 28 mpg on our test route, compared to the EPA’s prediction of 22 mpg (20 city/27 highway). The car we tested had a six-speed manual gearbox. The EPA says the BRZ with an automatic drive will get 25 mpg (21 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway). Value Is the BRZ worth anything? The BRZ is a pretty good deal, even in the most expensive Limited model. The inside is well-made, but we wouldn’t call it luxury. Most of our competitors would charge thousands more, if they even offered it, to get the same amount of gear. The BRZ’s bumper-to-bumper warranty lasts three years or 36,000 miles, and the engine warranty lasts five years or 50,000 miles. Subaru offers roadside help for three years or 36,000 miles. The GR86, Toyota’s answer to the BRZ, comes with free upkeep for two years. Wildcard Maybe you’re not meant to drive a BRZ if it doesn’t make you happy. In a time when most cars, especially sports cars, are getting more complicated and expensive, it’s nice to see a truly capable, back-to-basics sport coupe. Few production cars can match the BRZ’s balance, handling, and driving, which makes it appealing to car fans of all types. The BRZ is also a fun and active friend because it is easy to get around and has a nice personality. The engine’s sharp sounds won’t win any prizes, but you get used to them over time. A driver can never have enough fun with a BRZ. What is Invoice Pricing's Recommendation? As of this writing, Subaru hasn’t said anything public about the 2025 BRZ. We’ll change our grade if anything changes, but based on last year’s BRZ, the Limited trim is the best deal in the BRZ lineup. Its heated seats, 18-inch wheels, and leather and synthetic suede padding make driving it a very different experience. Also, most buyers won’t need the changes that come with the tS trim because the regular car already runs very well. Types of Subaru BRZ Subaru offers the BRZ in three trim levels: tS, Limited, and Premium. The 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine develops 228 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque and may be combined with a manual or automatic six-speed transmission(available only on the Limited trim level). 2025 Subaru BRZ Video Review
