Subaru BRZ News

The Subaru BRZ two-door coupe could be the next sports car to be going all-electric.As reported by Autocar, the Japanese carmaker is considering developing the third-generation model with electric power in mind.This was confirmed to the British publication by Subaru global EV product boss Inoue Masahiko, who also noted it had already been heavily investigated in the past with Toyota, which helped co-develop the BRZ and 86/GR86 twins.“We did consider electrifying the BRZ and GT86, but the win-win relationship is more important, and for the moment we can’t get the kind of benefits for both sides,” said Masahiko to Autocar.Subaru and Toyota have committed to developing a raft of electric cars together. Toyota has been linked to numerous future electric sports cars, with rumours of a Celica and MR2 return, and a battery-powered BRZ/GR86 could now be another.The BRZ hasn’t been offered in Europe since the first-generation model was discontinued in 2020. The second-generation BRZ was never offered there despite the second-gen Toyota GR86 twin continuing on in limited numbers.This potential electric third-generation model could see it return to Europe.Subaru Europe boss David Dello Stritto told Autocar that the company’s “options are open”.The BRZ has always remained on sale in Australia. Late last year it picked up a minor update that saw manual versions receive a ‘Sport’ drive mode and tS variants get a full-size spare wheel.The Japanese carmaker revealed the Subaru Sport Mobility Concept in 2023 at the Japan Mobility Show showcasing a two-door sporty-looking electric coupe.At the time Subaru claimed this concept was merely just a design exercise, but it could inform what the next BRZ will look like.No powertrain details were provided with the Sport Mobility Concept besides it being electric.Despite lagging behind other carmakers to launch its first EV, Subaru has now been revealing more and more.The Subaru Solterra, which is a twin of the Toyota bZ4X, was originally revealed back in 2021 and after many delays it arrived in Australia in 2024. It’s since been facelifted globally, though it’s unclear when this will arrive locally.Subaru has revealed the Trailseeker earlier this year which is a larger version of the Solterra/bZ4X and is a twin to the Toyota bZ4X Touring. It will be called the E-Outback in Europe.Although Toyota has confirmed the bZ4X Touring will arrive in Australia during the first half of 2026, Subaru hasn’t detailed any information regarding when to expect the Trailseeker locally.Earlier this month Subaru also revealed its third EV offering, the Uncharted ‘coupe’ SUV. It was co-developed with the Toyota C-HR+.At this stage it’s unclear whether the Subaru Uncharted will be offered outside of Europe, however with the introduction of the federal government’s New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) this compels carmakers to bring more low-emissions and EVs to Australia in order to avoid fines.

Subaru has announced minor model year changes for the 2025 BRZ sports coupe. The small changes are limited to the addition of a full-size spare tyre in the flagship BRZ tS trim level (matching others) and a ‘Sport’ mode for manual variants. The new Sport mode sharpens up the throttle response when engaged.It also benefits from higher downshift tolerance in automatic models. Otherwise, the range is unchanged — including price — with the manual BRZ Coupe priced from $43,790, the S from $45,090 and tS $48,690, all before on-road costs. It does not get the revised dampers and updated daytime running lights as seen in Japanese-market BRZs.  Unlike the Hyundai i30 N, Mazda MX-5 and Toyota GR86, Subaru has kept the price of its manual BRZ $1000 below automatic models. There are no other changes for MY25, despite Toyota rolling out minor chassis and technology updates for its GR86 for the next calendar years. Under the BRZ’s bonnet is the same 2.4-litre flat-four ‘boxer’ engine developing peak power and torque outputs of 174kW and 250Nm. A six-speed manual or automatic transmission transfers drive to the rear wheels via a limited-slip differential. Standard equipment includes 18-inch alloy wheels, LED lighting, dual-zone climate control, 7.0-inch digital driver’s display, 8.0-inch multimedia touchscreen with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, leather-trimmed shifter and steering wheel, cloth upholstery, push-button start and Subaru’s 'EyeSight' safety suite. The mid-level S upgrades upholstery to a blend of synthetic leather and ‘Ultrasuede’ and adds a heating function for front occupants.At the top of the tree, the track-focussed tS adds STI-tuned suspension, Brembo brakes, darker alloys, blacked-out mirrors and roof antenna, a red/black interior trim combo and an STI-specific cluster design.The Toyota GR86 is reportedly coming in for another major update in the next few years with Toyota allegedly taking over the lead position on the joint-model program from Subaru, meaning a turbo-petrol engine is likely in the future.Correction: this article previously stated the 2025 BRZ would be equipped with updated dampers and light designs. This is not the case in Australia, only in Japan.  2025 Subaru BRZ pricingAll prices listed are before on-road costs  

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