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Hyundai Tucson vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (31,300 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Subaru BRZ?

Hyundai Tucson vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

Hyundai Tucson

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  • moderately cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly more trunk space
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Subaru BRZ

  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly 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.

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

Tucson

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai Tucson is moderately cheaper – starting at 31,300 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,714 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Tucson uses 2.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 6.1 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 Hyundai Tucson offers slightly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 235 HP. That’s roughly 53 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Tucson delivers noticeably more torque with 379 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 129 Nm more.

Tucson

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: Hyundai Tucson offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is visibly lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,542 kg. The difference is around 267 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers significantly more boot space – 620 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 383 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Tucson carries visibly more – 545 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 141 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson is decisively ahead 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.

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Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Manual, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 63 - 70 km
Hyundai Tucson
Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is a well-rounded compact SUV that blends modern styling with a comfortable, thoughtfully laid-out interior, making it appealing for daily driving and family use. It delivers a calm ride, a generous level of equipment for the price, and sensible practicality, so it's a smart choice if you want a straightforward, dependable crossover without fuss.

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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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Hyundai Tucson
Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,300 - 48,800 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
62 - 172 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
1,542 - 1,893 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
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Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
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Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Subaru
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