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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (727 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (51,400 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Subaru BRZ?

BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • significantly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Subaru BRZ

  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

5 Series Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Subaru BRZ is clearly cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,437 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 5 Series Saloon uses 2.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 6.7 L/100km.

BRZ

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers significantly more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 235 HP. That’s roughly 492 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Subaru BRZ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers significantly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 750 Nm more.

5 Series Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: BMW 5 Series Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is significantly lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 525 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers clearly more boot space – 520 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 283 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Saloon carries visibly more – 600 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 196 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 5 Series Saloon is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £51,400
5 Series Saloon

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 197 - 727 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 67 - 105 km
BMW 5 Series Saloon
Subaru BRZ

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BMW 5 Series Saloon

The BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.

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Subaru BRZ

The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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BMW 5 Series Saloon
Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,400 - 124,500 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
67 - 105 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
48 - 152 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
-
Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
-
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 600 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Subaru
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