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SsangYong Torres vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (33,800 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Torres or Subaru BRZ?

SsangYong Torres vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

SsangYong Torres

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  • marginally cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • substantially more trunk space
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Subaru BRZ

  • moderately more power
  • a bit 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

Torres

Costs and Efficiency:

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

SsangYong Torres is marginally cheaper – starting at 33,800 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,143 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SsangYong Torres uses 7.9 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 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 Subaru BRZ offers moderately more power – delivering 235 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Subaru BRZ is slightly faster – reaching 226 km/h, while the SsangYong Torres tops out at 194 km/h. The difference is around 32 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Torres delivers markedly more torque with 339 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 89 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: SsangYong Torres offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is a bit lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,498 kg. The difference is around 223 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers substantially more boot space – 703 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 466 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Torres carries clearly more – 552 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 148 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Torres 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 £33,800
Torres

SsangYong Torres

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 462 km
SsangYong Torres
Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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SsangYong Torres

SsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.

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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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SsangYong Torres
Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
462 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 207 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,618 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
703 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
4,700 mm
Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
1,710 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
552 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, 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, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 207 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Subaru
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