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Subaru BRZ

EPA MPG: 25 mpg
Average Retail Price
$8,450 - $9,850

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There are 2 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

Road Test

With the BRZ, Subaru has hit the sweet spot for driving enthusiasts with an exhilarating to drive sports coupe that also happens to be affordable and economical at the pump. Co-developed by Subaru and Toyota , the BRZ and FR-S are nearly identical twins. The only differences are nuances in design, exhaust notes, and suspension tuning. The higher-priced Subaru offers more upscale features and factory options than the lower-priced Scion, including standard HID headlights.

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2013 Sports cars & Convertibles Reliability

This Car
NA
vs. Similar Cars

Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
Good
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
Good
NHTSA Overall Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
NA

Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
Good
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
Good
NHTSA Overall Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
NA

Subaru vs. Other New Car Brands

Subaru vs. Other New Car Brands

Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
Good
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
Good
NHTSA Overall Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NA
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
NA

2013 Sports cars 4/5-seat Ratings

$8,600 - $9,950
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EPA MPG 25 mpg
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Reliability
Owner Satisfaction
$6,775 - $13,925
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EPA MPG 22 mpg
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Reliability
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$11,475 - $12,525
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EPA MPG NA
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Reliability
Owner Satisfaction
$11,050 - $21,725
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EPA MPG 26 mpg
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Reliability
Owner Satisfaction
$7,075 - $11,425
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EPA MPG NA
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Reliability
Owner Satisfaction
Features & Specs
Body Style
    coupe
Seating
2 front, 2 rear
Drive Wheels
Rear
Engines Available
  • 2-liter 4 (200 hp)
Transmissions Available
  • 6-speed automatic
  • 6-speed manual
Warranty
Coverage varies among versions of this vehicle

In most cases, automotive warranties are based on the vehicle identification number (VIN), and the warranty will be valid regardless of ownership. The dealership can tell you exactly how much warranty is left.

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Model History
2022-
Current Generation

Adhering to the same basic formula as its predecessor, the redesigned BRZ is all about affordable, accessible driving fun. It's a four-seat coupe that's designed to be just as engaging on the road as it is on the drive to the track. A low center of gravity, a standard six-speed manual transmission, and a new 2.4-liter, 228-hp naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine contribute to the BRZ's ethos of balance over speed. A standard touch screen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility, a usable trunk, and a tiny rear seat add a dash of practicality to a sporty car. In addition to the new engine, other changes for 2022 include updated exterior styling, a digital gauge cluster, and suspension and chassis tweaks. Subaru's EyeSight suite of active safety features is available on versions with automatic transmission. For 2025, a "Sport" mode that sharpens throttle response is added to manual transmission models. 

2013-2021
2013 Redesign Year

Developed with Toyota, the BRZ is Subaru's first rear-wheel-drive sports car. It features a 200-hp, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, with a choice of six-speed manual or automatic transmissions. Handling is super responsive, with impressive agility. In corners, the BRZ turns in promptly, with virtually no body lean, The steering is quick and well weighted, with decent feedback. Inside, the cabin is relatively plain, with well-bolstered front sport seats, but the stiff ride and elevated noise can be taxing. The vestigial rear seats are best suited for cargo. Early versions have a confounding radio, which was improved for 2016. Later versions also pack a bit more horsepower. The Scion FR-S, followed by Toyota 86 when the Scion brand was dropped, is essentially the same car.