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Subaru BRZ Review, For Sale, Colours, Specs, Interior & News

The Subaru BRZ is the (nearly) identical twin to the Toyota 86; it's even built on the same production line.

The deal to build the 2+2 two-door sports car sees Subaru supply the chassis and base 2.4-litre flat-four engine infrastructure, while Toyota supplies its fuel injection system and design. The rear-wheel drive coupe is designed to be affordable and entertaining, and is the only Subaru on sale locally that's offered with two-wheel drive. It also set a precedent when it went on sale in 2012, becoming the first Australian-sold car to be offered for sale directly through Subaru Australia's website.

Prices for the BRZ range from $40,290 to $49,690 for the BRZ (base) and BRZ TS.

This vehicle is also known as Toyota FT86, Toyota GT86, Scion FR-S (2012–2016).

Subaru BRZ Models Price and Specs

The price range for the Subaru BRZ varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $40,290 and going to $49,690 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.

Year Body Type Specs Price from Price to
2024 Coupe 2.4L, —, 6 SP MAN $40,290 $49,690
2023 Coupe 2.4L, PULP, 6 SP MAN $36,300 $50,380
2022 Coupe 2.4L, PULP, 6 SP MAN $35,200 $49,390
2021 Coupe 2.0L, PULP, 6 SP MAN $30,140 $46,310
2020 Coupe 2.0L, PULP, 6 SP MAN $29,260 $44,000
See All Subaru BRZ Pricing and Specs

Subaru BRZ Colours

Available colours are ‘Crystal White Pearl’, ‘Ice Silver Metallic’, ’Ignition Red’, ‘WR Blue Pearl’, 'Sapphire Blur Pearl’, ‘Magnetite Grey Metallic’ and ‘Crystal Black Silica‘

  • Crystal White Pearl
  • Ice Silver Metallic
  • Ignition Red
  • WR Blue Pearl
  • Sapphire Blur Pearl
  • Magnetite Grey Metallic
  • Crystal Black Silica
To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website.

Subaru BRZ Engine

The BRZ is powered by a  2.4-litre, naturally aspirated horizontally-opposed four-cylinder petrol engine producing 174kW/250Nm.

Subaru BRZ Engine

Subaru BRZ Q&As

Check out real-world situations relating to the Subaru BRZ here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

  • Factory vs. Aftermarket: which oil is better?

    I would use the factory recommended oil, at least while the car is under warranty. Once the warranty has expired you could use the Mobil oil and shouldn’t experience any problems.

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  • Narrow SUV with enough power?

    The XV is the narrowest vehicle of its type, no other SUV we checked was as narrow, which makes your quest a difficult one. Finding a vehicle that has more grunt isn't difficult, you can check the specs of the various cars on the web, but I think you'll have trouble finding a car that fits your width needs. You might need to rethink the type of car you want.

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  • Failed power steering in BRZ?

    You'd like to think that once fixed it won't happen again, particularly as it is happened to you once before, but no one can predict what might or might not happen in the future. No one can guarantee 100 percent that it won't happen again, but Subaru should be able to explain what caused the problem and give you a reasonable assurance that it wont re-occur. The dealer's responsibility is to fix your car; Subaru's should be to explain what happened and why so you can get back to driving your car with confidence. If the dealer doesn't want to help go directly to Subaru and ask to talk to an engineer. If you don't get any satisfaction go further up the company ladder until, if necessary, go all the way to the top. If the repairs are going to take some weeks as you suspect you should ask for a loan car so you're not without wheels.

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  • Mustang, 370Z, IS350F, 86 or MX-5?

    If you don’t want a convertible, which rules out the MX-5 as my easy first pick, then the 86 is the car for driving enjoyment on a reasonable budget. But don’t overlook its Subaru twin, the BRZ, which is my choice of the two. Both get The Tick, having shared our Car of the Year award.

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Subaru BRZ Interior

Grippy sports seats set the tone, while the dash features a large media screen and digital instrument cluster. LCD displays have been added to the climate adjustment knobs, plus a mechanical handbrake and alloy pedal covers help build the sports car vibe.

Subaru BRZ Interior

Subaru BRZ Speed

Expect 0-100km/h acceleration in the high six-second bracket for the manual and around 7.5sec for the auto, Top speed is just under 220km/h.

Subaru BRZ Accessories

All BRZs feature dual-zone climate control, cruise control, and an 8.0-inch multimedia touchscreen, six-speaker audio (including Android Auto and Apple CarPlay), keyless entry and start, 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster, a reversing camera, a leather steering wheel and gear shift (with red contrast stitching), 18-inch alloy wheels, and the auto LED headlights are self-levelling.

Subaru BRZ Accessories

Subaru BRZ Seats

The BRZ is able to seat four in a ‘2+2’ configuration. Plenty of room in the front, but tight ‘occasional’ space only in the rear.

Subaru BRZ Dimensions

The dimensions of the Subaru BRZ Coupe vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.

Year Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
2024 Coupe 1310x1775x4265 mm 130 mm
2023 Coupe 1310x1775x4265 mm 130 mm
2022 Coupe 1310x1775x4265 mm 130 mm
2021 Coupe 1245x1775x4240 mm 130 mm
2020 Coupe 1245x1775x4240 mm 130 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Subaru BRZ Dimensions

Subaru BRZ Wheel Size

The Subaru BRZ has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 215x40 R18 for Coupe in 2024.

Year Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
2024 Coupe 215x40 R18 215x40 R18
2023 Coupe 215x40 R18 215x40 R18
2022 Coupe 215x40 R18 215x40 R18
2021 Coupe 215x45 R17 215x45 R17
2020 Coupe 215x45 R17 17x7 inches 215x45 R17 17x7 inches
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Subaru BRZ Wheel Sizes

Subaru BRZ Fuel Consumption

The Subaru BRZ is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by — and PULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 9.5L/100km for Coupe /— for the latest year the model was manufactured.

Year Body Type Fuel Consumption* Engine Fuel Type Transmission
2024 Coupe 9.5L/100km 2.4L 6 SP MAN
2023 Coupe 9.5L/100km 2.4L PULP 6 SP MAN
2022 Coupe 9.5L/100km 2.4L PULP 6 SP MAN
2021 Coupe 8.4L/100km 2.0L PULP 6 SP MAN
2020 Coupe 8.4L/100km 2.0L PULP 6 SP MAN
* Combined fuel consumption See All Subaru BRZ Pricing and Specs for 2024

Subaru BRZ Boot Space

Boot space is a modest 201 litres, and the good news is there’s a full-size alloy spare in there. But it sits flat in the floor and takes up a lot of space. Greaty when you have a flat. Not so great when you’re trying to squeeze groceries in.

Subaru BRZ Boot space

Subaru BRZ Range

Using the BRZ’s official (ADR 81/02 - urban, extra-urban) fuel consumption number for guidance, the car has a range of 526km for the manual and 568km for the auto.

Subaru BRZ Range