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BYD ETP3 vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or Subaru BRZ?

BYD ETP3 vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

BYD ETP3

  • a bit cheaper
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Subaru BRZ

  • substantially more power
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ETP3

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.

BYD ETP3 is a bit cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,371 £.

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 Subaru BRZ offers substantially more power – delivering 235 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 99 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Subaru BRZ is significantly faster – reaching 226 km/h, while the BYD ETP3 tops out at 100 km/h. The difference is around 126 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Subaru BRZ delivers markedly more torque with 250 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

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: Subaru BRZ offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is clearly lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,640 kg. The difference is around 365 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries substantially more – 780 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 376 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru BRZ 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 £36,000
BRZ

Subaru BRZ

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 235 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.8 L/100km
BYD ETP3
Subaru BRZ

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Dimensions and Body

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BYD ETP3

The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more fun.

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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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BYD ETP3
Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,600 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
233 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
4,460 mm
Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,720 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
1,875 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
780 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
100 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
180 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BYD
Brand
Subaru
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