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Subaru BRZ vs Aston Martin DB12 comparison

Compare performance (235 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 192,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru BRZ or Aston Martin DB12?

Subaru BRZ vs Aston Martin DB12: Key differences

Subaru BRZ

  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • considerably lighter

Aston Martin DB12

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space

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

BRZ

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Aston Martin DB12 costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 156,866 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Subaru BRZ uses 8.8 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Aston Martin DB12 with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

DB12

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 Aston Martin DB12 offers considerably more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 235 HP. That’s roughly 445 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DB12 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Subaru BRZ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Aston Martin DB12 is noticeably faster – reaching 325 km/h, while the Subaru BRZ tops out at 226 km/h. The difference is around 99 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DB12 delivers substantially more torque with 800 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 550 Nm more.

BRZ

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is considerably lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,788 kg. The difference is around 513 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Aston Martin DB12 offers very slightly more boot space – 262 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru BRZ 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 £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
Subaru BRZ
Aston Martin DB12

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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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Aston Martin DB12

The Aston Martin DB12 is a gorgeously styled grand tourer that fuses beguiling elegance with a fiercely driver-focused personality while wrapping occupants in luxury. If you want a car that turns heads on the street and makes long journeys feel like an event, the DB12 provides effortless poise and an intoxicating soundtrack—perfect for buyers who prefer their drama tailored rather than shouty.

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Subaru BRZ
Aston Martin DB12

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Price
192,900 - 207,900 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
199 - 200 g/km
co2
276 - 278 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
78 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe, Convertible
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
2
Doors
2 - 3
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Curb weight
1,788 - 1,898 kg
Trunk capacity
237 L
Trunk capacity
206 - 262 L
Length
4,265 mm
Length
4,725 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Height
1,295 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
395 - 404 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 HP
Power HP
680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.7 s
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Max Speed
325 km/h
Torque
250 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
172 kW
Power kW
500 kW
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Aston Martin
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