Industry Reviews



Every so often in this business, you drive a car that lets you know in the first hundred yards or so that it's special -- that it's somehow greater than the sum of the numbers on its spec chart. The new Subaru BRZ is one of those cars. It's not the fastest, the most powerful, nor even the sexiest two-door coupe in the business. But if you love driving, you're going to love this Subaru.
The hype accompanying the 2013 Subaru BRZ was deafening, but this fun little coupe is definitely worth the noise. Light and well-balanced chassis; excellent steering; high fuel economy; comfortable and spacious front seat; abundant standard features; distinctive styling.


Consumer Reviews

Edmunds.com review by zenith13 on This is my first Subaru. Coming from a celica, and with this car being made jointly by Toyota and Subaru, I felt close to home. The engineers nailed it on this one - the 200hp to weight ratio is perfect and the handling is great. I had a problem with the nav system twice and had to take it to the dealer and have it replaced, but other then that it is a great car to drive and a car that a car enthusiast should not pass up.

Cars.com review by Super Fan from North Carolina | June 1, 2013

Pros: - Excellent handling in the turns - Clean lines give the car a sporty yet classy look - Gas mileage is great for the power the engines gives - Powerful enough to tackle the hills in a driving course - This car is a head turner! Cons: - None so far!

Accolades


For the fourth consecutive year, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has recognized Subaru as the only manufacturer with a Top Safety Pick for all models.

 

Front-Engine, Rear-Wheel Drive

For improved response, Subaru engineered the BRZ to send its power to the rear wheels. Combined with a compact, naturally symmetrical drivetrain design, you get a sports car with optimal balance and one of the lowest centers of gravity in its class.

Standard on: All models


  

Direct-Injected SUBARU BOXER® Engine

Drawn from over 40 years of intelligent performance, the unique SUBARU BOXER® engine has pistons that move side to side, cancelling out each others vibrations so it can run smoother and more efficiently. This horizontal layout also offers better balance while delivering a maximum transfer of power.

Right out of the starting gate, you'll feel the performance of a 2.0-liter DOHC aluminum-alloy 16-valve SUBARU BOXER® engine. It's built with a Dual Active Valve Control System along with direct- and port-injection technology to help boost power and efficiency.

Standard on: All models


 

6-Speed Transmission

The BRZ comes with a 6-speed fully synchronized close-ratio manual transmission for pinpoint command. BRZ Limited also offers an available 6-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters.


 

High-Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights

HID headlights produce a brighter output than traditional halogen lamps while also using less energy to do so. Oh, and they look pretty cool too.

Standard on: All models


 

 

Bluetooth®

Bluetooth® hands-free technology lets you manage your phone and audio system by voice and controls on the steering wheel. Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones link directly through the Subaru audio system.

Standard on: All models


 

Premium Audio, SiriusXM and HD Radio

BRZ features an 8-speaker audio system with an in-dash CD player, MP3 playback capability and SiriusXM Satellite Radio[1], offering up to 170 channels of music, sports, news, weather, talk and comedy in high-quality digital sound. It also comes with XM NavTraffic, HD Radio with iTunes® tagging capability, USB port/iPod® control and a 3.5-mm auxiliary jack.

Standard on: All models


 

Automatic Climate Control

Every BRZ features standard CFC-free air conditioning and cabin air filtration. The available automatic climate control allows you to set your desired temperature and let the system do the rest.

Standard on: BRZ Limited


 

Keyless Access and Start

BRZ Limited features touch-activated door unlock and push-button start functions. It allows you to unlock, enter, and start the car without the key ever leaving your pocket or purse.

Standard on: BRZ Limited


 

 

Vehicle Stability Control

Vehicle Stability Control automatically senses steering and braking inputs to help keep the vehicle on the driver's intended path.

Standard on: All models


 

Smart Braking Systems

The Antilock Braking System (ABS) prevents wheel lock-up and helps maintain driver control. Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) balances braking, while Brake Assist can sense a panic-stop situation and apply full braking force to help stop faster.

Standard on: All models


 

Advanced Protection System

The BRZ comes standard with a total of six airbags to help prevent injury: front, front seat side torso/pelvis, and side-curtain. The advanced system uses an array of sensors to help deploy the airbags in the most effective way possible.

The ring-shaped reinforcement frame is designed to shield and protect in a collision. Made of high-tensile strength steel, it directs impact energy around the passenger compartment, rather than through it.

Standard on: All BRZ models


 

Security System

An engine immobilizer is standard on all models, while the BRZ Limited also features an anti-theft security system for added protection of your prized possession.

Standard on: BRZ Limited


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