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Subaru BRZ

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The Car Guide rating 4.5/5 85% Detailed ratings

Price $32,495 – $39,295 Payments

Fuel consumption 7.8 – 12.0 L/100km

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A fun sports car sold at a competitive price, the Subaru BRZ relies on its compact size and classic formula to appeal to drivers. Under the hood, the engine is a naturally aspirated 2.4-litre four-cylinder. It produces 228 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque, all delivered to the rear wheels via a 6-speed automatic or manual transmission. The BRZ’s light weight (1,279 to 1,307 kg depending on the trim level) also benefits handling.

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Manual Gearbox to Survive in These Vehicles for 2026

If you're looking to get your hands on a new vehicle without an automatic transmission, we recommend you act sooner rather than later. There are only 24 options remaining for the 2026 model year, and they're mostly sports cars aimed at serious driving enthusiasts. Unsurprisingly, that number is down from …October 20, 2025

Manual Gearbox to Survive in These Vehicles for 2025

The number of makes and models offering manual transmissions keeps shrinking due to poor sales, new emission regulations, incompatibilities with various driver assistance features and the increasing array of electric and hybrid vehicles, among other things. The 2025 model year will see the Jeep Gladiator, Volkswagen Golf GTI and Golf …November 16, 2024

2024 Subaru BRZ tS: A Pure Sports Car

Shannonville, Ontario— Much like sedans, sports cars are losing momentum—and fast. Sure, they’ve never been better or more powerful, but their popularity has dropped significantly. Blame SUVs and crossovers once again. In the past few months we’ve had to bid farewell to the Audi R8, Audi TTS, Chevrolet Camaro, Dodge …May 17, 2024

Top 10 Slowest and Fastest Depreciating Vehicles in 2023

November 10, 2023

Manual Gearbox to Survive in These Vehicles for 2024

October 13, 2023

Toyota 86 and Subaru BRZ: What's the Difference?

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They might not look it from the outside, but the new Toyota GR 86 and Subaru BRZ 2022 represent a considerable evolution over their predecessors. That’s because the most significant changes have been made under the hood and inside the cabin. Although their prices have barely increased and a brand-new …August 16, 2022

15 New Vehicles We're Anxious to Drive in 2021

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Subaru Winter Experience: Mad Fun on Sheer Ice

EAGLE RIVER, Wisconsin— It’s a shame the Subaru Winter Experience is not offered in Canada. We bet you’d have a blast, too. Imagine spending one, two or three full days driving Subaru BRZ and WRX STI models equipped with studded tires through various courses on a frozen lake. You could …February 24, 2020

Top 10 Deadliest Cars on the Road

2018 Subaru BRZ tS: Better, Faster and More Exclusive

DUNCAN, British Columbia – Let’s settle this right off the bat. The Subaru BRZ tS’ engine isn’t more powerful than the one that has equipped the BRZ since it was first introduced in 2013. It’s the same 2.0-litre flat-four that has to reach 7000 rpm to deliver 205 horsepower and …December 21, 2017

Ten Most Fun to Drive Cars for Under $30,000

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2017 Subaru BRZ Inazuma Edition: Blinded by the Light

The Subaru BRZ, first introduced jointly with Scion and its FR-S in 2012, added a low-cost, fun-to-drive sports coupe to the market. It allowed the typical driving enthusiast a chance to experience that low-to-the-ground sports-car feel, along with Subaru's signature boxer engine in a rear-wheel-drive package for under $30,000. The …September 1, 2017

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Nissan, Subaru Sports Cars Adding Colourful, Limited-Edition Models for 2026

Sports car enthusiasts need to turn their attention to Nissan and Subaru , which announced cool new limited-edition models this week. Let's start with the Nissan Z . The 2026 lineup will add a new Heritage Edition inspired by the 1990s and the fourth generation of the Z line, namely …September 12, 2025

The Best Sports Cars in 2025

Looking at all the sports cars on the market, the team at The Car Guide has identified the three models that represent the best buys for 2025 . Of course, sports cars come in many different shapes and at different price points. We’ve put sporty sedans and hot hatches in …June 2, 2025

Subaru Announces Pricing for 2025 Forester Hybrid, Unveils New BRZ Edition

The all-new 2025 Subaru Forester e-BOXER Hybrid , which officially made its debut at the Chicago Auto Show last month, will arrive in dealerships this spring as the electrified alternative many have been waiting for, even though Subaru ’s compact SUV already ranks among the most fuel-efficient vehicles in its …March 19, 2025

2024 Subaru BRZ Prices Go Up, Still a Bargain Among Sporty Cars

Sports cars are victims of inflation just like pretty much every other vehicle and the Subaru BRZ is no exception, with a base price that goes up $1,400 for 2024. That being said, it’s still a bargain in the segment. The lineup includes three models and the cheapest one now …February 21, 2024

STI-Tuned 2024 Subaru BRZ tS Adds Bite But No Extra Power

Subaru today announced it is bringing back a special edition of the BRZ sports coupe. Similar to the first-generation model, the new 2024 BRZ tS enhances performance and handling with an STI-tuned suspension and brakes. As reported last month, the BRZ’s twin, the Toyota GR 86, is getting a special …July 24, 2023

Most and Least Liked Vehicles in 2023 According to Consumer Reports

U.S. magazine Consumer Reports has once again published a list of vehicles owners like the most. The results are from the 2022 Annual Auto Surveys, involving more than 300,000 vehicles from the 2020-2022 model years, as well as some 2023 models. The team used criteria like price, performance, reliability, comfort, …February 3, 2023

Watch: IIHS Reveals the Most Watched Crash Tests of 2022

Every year, the U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) performs hundreds of crash tests to validate the safety of new vehicles hitting the road. It also crowns the safest models by handing out “Top Safety Pick” awards . It’s always interesting to see how a vehicle reacts during a …January 11, 2023

These 5-Year-Old Vehicles Retain the Most Value in 2022

U.S. research firm iSeeCars.com offers an updated look at the used-car market amid rising prices resulting from supply chain and production distruption across the auto industry. An analysis of vehicle depreciation based on over 3 million transactions reveals that cars retain more value than they have in recent memory and …November 11, 2022

2022 Subaru BRZ to Remain Under $30,000 in Canada

The second-generation 2022 Subaru BRZ will hit the Canadian market this fall, and while we’re still waiting for the official fuel consumption ratings, pricing is no longer a mystery. In case you need a refresher, the car benefits from a new, stiffer chassis, reduced weight and a brand new 2.4-litre …August 20, 2021

Subaru : 12 601 Vehicles Recalled in Canada

Transport Canada has issued a recall affecting no less than 12,601 Subaru vehicles due to a faulty fuel pump. Irregular engine operation resulting in a sudden decrease in power could be observed if the low-pressure fuel pump was to stop working. The engine could also refuse to start altogether. Obviously, …August 6, 2021

2022 Subaru BRZ vs. Current BRZ: A Visual Comparison

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2022 Subaru BRZ Unveiled With Sharp Looks, New Engine, But No Turbo

As promised, the new, second-generation Subaru BRZ made its virtual debut today. Was it worth the wait? Of course, we’ll have to take it for a spin on the road and the track to find out for sure, but the car offers a number of pleasant surprises—and at least one …November 18, 2020

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Two-Minute Test Drive: 2015 Subaru BRZ Aozora Edition

Russ Bond heads to Sunset Speedway in the all-new 2015 Subaru BRZ Aozora Edition, where he sees some parallels with his first car. This segment originally appeared on Episode 7 of Motoring 2015.

2013 Subaru BRZ 2.0i Limited Road Test

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2013 Subaru BRZ

Our review of the 2013 Subaru BRZ.

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Fuel economy	7/10
Reliability	8/10
Safety	9/10
Infotainment	6/10
Driving	9/10
Overall	9/10

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