Subaru BRZ vs. Subaru WRX
When comparing the Subaru BRZ to the Subaru WRX, the Subaru BRZ has the advantage in the area of new vehicle base pricing The Subaru WRX has the advantage in the areas of interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Subaru BRZ and Subaru WRX have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Subaru BRZ versus the Subaru WRX, the Subaru WRX is a better car than the Subaru BRZ.
Subaru BRZ versus Subaru WRX Pricing
For a new model, the Subaru BRZ's price is between $29,275 and $34,730, with the Subaru WRX priced between $31,860 and $45,267.
Subaru BRZ versus Subaru WRX Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Subaru BRZ is 7.8 out of 10 while the Subaru WRX's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Subaru BRZ being ranked 5 out of 14 Best Sports Cars and the Subaru WRX being ranked 10 out of 51 Best Small Cars.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Subaru BRZ’s base engine makes 228 horsepower, and the Subaru WRX base engine makes 271 horsepower. Both the BRZ and the WRX are rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 356 and 432 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Subaru WRX, a compact car, 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 trunk space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Subaru WRX has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$29,275 - $34,730
Used Asking Price:
$31,401 - $40,242
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
28.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$31,860 - $45,267
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
29.3%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
9.3 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 14Ranking
5 out of / 14Sports Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
6 out of / 14Most Reliable Sports Cars
Ranking
8 out of / 14iSeeCars Rankings
Small Cars with Best Resale Value
Ranking
1 out of / 51Ranking
10 out of / 51Ranking
23 out of / 51Ranking
26 out of / 51Ranking
27 out of / 51Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Limited, Premium
Trim Levels
Base, GT, Limited, Premium
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:
228 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 3700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.081 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
271 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.082 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
264 / 356 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
315 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
6.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
83.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.1 inches
Cargo Space:
12.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2815 lbs
Width:
69.9 inches
Height:
51.6 inches
Length:
167.9 inches
Wheelbase:
101.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3297 lbs
Width:
79.3 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
183.8 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R17
