7.9
2024 Subaru BRZ review
The Subaru BRZ has been given an STI glow-up with new dampers and Brembo brakes, but there's no power boost here.
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Scott Collie
Subaru BRZ vs BMW XM Comparison
Subaru BRZ
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2025 Subaru
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CarExpert Rating
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the sports category, between scores of 7 and 9.
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7.9
8.4
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Based on the Subaru BRZ tS
Based on the BMW XM RED EDITION PHEV
Best suitable for...
City driving
FunFuel Efficiency
50L
440 to 475 km
69L
186 km
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$43,790 - $50,190
$302,200 - $349,900
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CarExpert's Take
Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Meaningful mechanical upgrades
- Still a usable daily driver
- Manual finally gets active safety
Misses
- Loses the spare wheel
- Extra focus doesn't come cheap
- You don't get more power to exploit the chassis
Alborz Fallah
Founder
Alborz Fallah drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Super interior fit and finish
- Powertrain combination works a treat
- Incredible presence anywhere it goes
Misses
- Looks are not for all
- Ride can be a little harsh
- The most expensive BMW you can buy
Colours Available
All models are available in the following finishes:
- Crystal White Pearl
- Ice Silver Metallic
- Ignition Red
- WR Blue Pearl
- Sapphire Blue Pearl
- Magnetite Grey Metallic
- Crystal Black Silica
All finishes are no-cost options.
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Specs
| Type | ||
| GASOLINE DIRECT INJECTION & MULTI-POINT | TURBO | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 2387 | 4395 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.4L | 4.4L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| 4 | 8 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 32 | |
| Power | ||
| 174kW | 480kW - 550kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7000 | - | |
| Torque | ||
| 250Nm | 800Nm - 1000Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 3700 | - | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
