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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.

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2023 Subaru BRZ

2023 Subaru WRX

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

5 / 14
5 / 14

Sports Cars with Best Resale Value

6 / 14

Most Reliable Sports Cars

8 / 14

iSeeCars Rankings

Small Cars with Best Resale Value

1 / 51
10 / 51
23 / 51
26 / 51
27 / 51

Summary 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