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BMW 7 Series vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or Subaru BRZ?

BMW 7 Series vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

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

  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

7 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Subaru BRZ is substantially cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 66,780 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 7 Series uses 3.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 5.5 L/100km.

BRZ

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 7 Series offers substantially more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 235 HP. That’s roughly 336 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 7 Series is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Subaru BRZ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers significantly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 550 Nm more.

7 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BMW 7 Series offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is considerably lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 980 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 7 Series offers significantly more boot space – 540 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 303 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries markedly more – 665 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 261 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 7 Series is far ahead 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 £102,800
7 Series

BMW 7 Series

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 300 - 571 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 80 km
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BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
102,800 - 128,700 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
74 - 160 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
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
-
Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
-
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Subaru
What drive types are available for the BMW 7 Series?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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