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BMW X6 vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (84,100 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X6 or Subaru BRZ?

BMW X6 vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

BMW X6

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

  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

X6

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Subaru BRZ is considerably cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the BMW X6 costs 84,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 48,094 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW X6 uses 7.2 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 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 X6 offers significantly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 235 HP. That’s roughly 390 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X6 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Subaru BRZ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X6 delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 500 Nm more.

X6

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: BMW X6 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is clearly lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 2,240 kg. The difference is around 965 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X6 offers significantly more boot space – 580 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 343 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X6 carries clearly more – 695 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 291 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X6 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £84,100
X6

BMW X6

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 298 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.2 - 12.7 L/100km
BMW X6
Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW X6

The BMW X6 wears its coupe-SUV looks like a tuxedo with oversized shoulders, turning everyday traffic into a catwalk whenever it glides past. It serves up sporty handling and a plush cabin with just enough practicality to keep daily life sane — perfect for buyers who crave drama without completely abandoning common sense.

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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 X6
Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption

Price
84,100 - 147,300 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.2 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
188 - 288 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
2,240 - 2,445 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
580 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
-
Length
4,265 mm
Width
2,004 - 2,019 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
-
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
595 - 695 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Subaru
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