2017 Subaru BRZ vs. 2017 Dodge Challenger
When comparing the 2017 Subaru BRZ's and the 2017 Dodge Challenger's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Subaru BRZ has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 2017 Dodge Challenger has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Subaru BRZ's and the 2017 Dodge Challenger's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Dodge Challenger is a better car than the 2017 Subaru BRZ.
2017 Subaru BRZ vs. 2017 Dodge Challenger Pricing
A used 2017 Subaru BRZ ranges from $19,399 to $27,997 while a used 2017 Dodge Challenger is priced between $16,996 to $44,996.
2017 Subaru BRZ vs. 2017 Dodge Challenger Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Subaru BRZ loses 28.1 percent of its value and the 2017 Dodge Challenger loses 24.4 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Dodge Challenger retains 3.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Subaru BRZ.
2017 Subaru BRZ vs. 2017 Dodge Challenger Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Subaru BRZ is 7.8 out of 10 while the Dodge Challenger's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the Subaru BRZ being ranked 3 out of 15 Best Sports Cars and the Dodge Challenger being ranked 5 out of 15. Out of 11 Best Coupes, the Subaru BRZ is ranked 4 and the Dodge Challenger is ranked 6.
2017 Subaru BRZ vs. 2017 Dodge Challenger Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Subaru BRZ is 7.9 out of 10. For the Dodge Challenger the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Dodge Challenger a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Subaru BRZ.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Subaru BRZ’s base engine makes 205 horsepower, and the 2017 Dodge Challenger base engine makes 305 horsepower. The BRZ is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 383 miles. The Challenger is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles.This gives the 2017 Subaru BRZ the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2017 Dodge Challenger the advantage in maximum range. The BRZ uses premium unleaded, and the Challenger uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are sports cars, the 2017 Dodge Challenger has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2017 Dodge Challenger has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
19399 - 27997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.280949
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
16996 - 44996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.244452
Subaru BRZ Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.75 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Dodge Challenger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.947192 / 10
Reliability:
7.994384 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Subaru BRZ Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
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3 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
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5 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 15Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
10 out of / 15Ranking
10 out of / 11Ranking
10 out of / 11Ranking
13 out of / 15Ranking
13 out of / 15Dodge Challenger Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 3Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 15Ranking
8 out of / 15Ranking
10 out of / 11Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2017 Subaru BRZ Trim Levels
Limited, Premium, Series.Yellow
2017 Dodge Challenger Trim Levels
392 HEMI Scat Pack Shaker, GT, R/T, R/T Plus, R/T Plus Shaker, R/T Scat Pack, R/T Shaker, SRT 392, SRT Hellcat, SXT, SXT Plus, T/A, T/A 392, T/A Plus
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
205 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
156 foot-lbs @ 6400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
305 hp @ 6350 rpm
Torque:
268 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.078 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
277 / 383 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 30 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 555 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
35 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
6.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
76.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
16.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2785 lbs
Width:
69.9 inches
Height:
50.6 inches
Length:
166.7 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3894 lbs
Width:
85.8 inches
Height:
57.5 inches
Length:
197.9 inches
Wheelbase:
116.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R18