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Vauxhall Vivaro vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Vivaro or Subaru BRZ?

Vauxhall Vivaro vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

Vauxhall Vivaro

  • barely cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
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Subaru BRZ

  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Vivaro

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Vauxhall Vivaro is barely cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,790 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Vivaro uses 6.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

BRZ

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Subaru BRZ offers clearly more power – delivering 235 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Vauxhall Vivaro takes 10.6 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Vivaro delivers noticeably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

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: Vauxhall Vivaro offers more seats – 9 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is noticeably lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,722 kg. The difference is around 447 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Vivaro carries considerably more – 1,226 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 822 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Vivaro 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.

from £33,200
Vivaro

Vauxhall Vivaro

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 120 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.2 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 222 - 350 km
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Vauxhall Vivaro

The Opel Vivaro is a workhorse with a surprisingly civilised demeanour, blending rugged practicality with enough style and comfort to keep drivers happy on any job. With clever packaging and sensible features that simplify loading, commuting and family duties, it’s the no-nonsense van for buyers who want functionality without the fuss — honest, dependable and just smart enough to make the day easier.

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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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Vauxhall Vivaro
Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption
Price
33,200 - 45,700 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
222 - 350 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 184 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
3 - 9
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,722 - 2,241 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
-
Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
-
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
872 - 1,226 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
Subaru
Is the Vauxhall Vivaro offered with different drivetrains?

The Vauxhall Vivaro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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