Toyota GR86 vs Subaru BRZ
Overview | |
MSRP$27,995 | MSRP$28,400 |
Average price$26,950 | Average price |
Listings175 | Listings50 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummarySubaru performance has traditionally boiled down to three letters: WRX. But for almost a decade, Subaru fans have gotten familiar with another three-letter code: BRZ. The Subaru BRZ is unlike anything else in the automaker’s lineup. Subaru is known for building practical cars with all-wheel drive (AWD) and turbocharged engines, but the BRZ throws all of that away. It’s a willfully impractical two-door sport coupe with rear-wheel drive (RWD) and a naturally aspirated engine, aimed at providing the most satisfying driving experience. The first-generation BRZ was introduced as a 2013 model, so the sports car was due for a redesign. The 2022 Subaru BRZ gets a restyled exterior and a more powerful engine, as well as more tech features than its predecessor. As before, the new BRZ is twinned with a Toyota product. Its previous counterpart was the Scion FR-S; it's now the Toyota 86, which was renamed GR 86 as part of its redesign (and is covered in a separate review). Subaru keeps the 2022 BRZ lineup simple, with just base and Sport-tech trim levels to choose from. We spent a day with the higher-tier BRZ Sport-tech, driving it on winding roads as well as a race circuit and autocross course. | |
Reviews SummaryThe 2023 Toyota GR86 is a love letter to performance enthusiasts everywhere. As the majority of the industry moves towards less connection to the road, the GR86 remains firmly planted, with just the right amount of technology to keep you informed, but not so much that it detracts from the driving experience. As many automakers (including Toyota) look toward electrification and automation to change the way that people get around, sporty coupes like the GR86 are going to become increasingly rare. In fact, the ever-risk-averse Toyota shared responsibility for this car with Subaru, which sells the same car as the BRZ. Verdict: The 2023 Toyota GR86 delivers delightful performance in a stylish and inexpensive package. For shoppers looking for a fun car (and who don't need to cart around many passengers), it's a great option in an ever-shrinking sports-car market. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 228 hp H4 | Engine2.4L 228 hp H4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower228 hp @ 7000 rpm | Horsepower228 hp @ 7000 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 228 hp H4 | Engine Name2.4L 228 hp H4 |
Torque184 lb-ft @ 3700 rpm | Torque184 lb-ft @ 3700 rpm |
Horsepower228 hp @ 7000 rpm | Horsepower228 hp @ 7000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space6.3 cu ft | Cargo Space6.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight2864 lbs | Curb Weight2811 lbs |
Height51.6 in | Height51.6 in |
Length167.9 in | Length167.9 in |
Width69.9 in | Width69.9 in |
Wheelbase101.4 in | Wheelbase101.4 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload871 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors2 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $27,995 | $28,400 |
Average price | $26,950 | |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.5 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Subaru performance has traditionally boiled down to three letters: WRX. But for almost a decade, Subaru fans have gotten familiar with another three-letter code: BRZ. The Subaru BRZ is unlike anything else in the automaker’s lineup. Subaru is known for building practical cars with all-wheel drive (AWD) and turbocharged engines, but the BRZ throws all of that away. It’s a willfully impractical two-door sport coupe with rear-wheel drive (RWD) and a naturally aspirated engine, aimed at providing the most satisfying driving experience. The first-generation BRZ was introduced as a 2013 model, so the sports car was due for a redesign. The 2022 Subaru BRZ gets a restyled exterior and a more powerful engine, as well as more tech features than its predecessor. As before, the new BRZ is twinned with a Toyota product. Its previous counterpart was the Scion FR-S; it's now the Toyota 86, which was renamed GR 86 as part of its redesign (and is covered in a separate review). Subaru keeps the 2022 BRZ lineup simple, with just base and Sport-tech trim levels to choose from. We spent a day with the higher-tier BRZ Sport-tech, driving it on winding roads as well as a race circuit and autocross course. | The 2023 Toyota GR86 is a love letter to performance enthusiasts everywhere. As the majority of the industry moves towards less connection to the road, the GR86 remains firmly planted, with just the right amount of technology to keep you informed, but not so much that it detracts from the driving experience. As many automakers (including Toyota) look toward electrification and automation to change the way that people get around, sporty coupes like the GR86 are going to become increasingly rare. In fact, the ever-risk-averse Toyota shared responsibility for this car with Subaru, which sells the same car as the BRZ. Verdict: The 2023 Toyota GR86 delivers delightful performance in a stylish and inexpensive package. For shoppers looking for a fun car (and who don't need to cart around many passengers), it's a great option in an ever-shrinking sports-car market. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.4L 228 hp H4 | 2.4L 228 hp H4 |
Drive Train | RWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 4 |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 7000 rpm | 228 hp @ 7000 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 228 hp H4 | 2.4L 228 hp H4 |
Torque | 184 lb-ft @ 3700 rpm | 184 lb-ft @ 3700 rpm |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 7000 rpm | 228 hp @ 7000 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 4 | 4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 6.3 cu ft | 6.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2864 lbs | 2811 lbs |
Height | 51.6 in | 51.6 in |
Length | 167.9 in | 167.9 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 69.9 in |
Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 101.4 in |
Maximum Payload | 871 lbs | |
Number of doors | 2 | 2 |
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