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Subaru BRZ vs BMW 7 Series comparison

Compare performance (235 HP vs 571 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 102,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru BRZ or BMW 7 Series?

Subaru BRZ vs BMW 7 Series: Key differences

Subaru BRZ

  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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BMW 7 Series

  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

BRZ

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.

Subaru BRZ is clearly cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 66,780 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 7 Series uses 3.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 5.5 L/100km.

7 Series

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 BMW 7 Series offers substantially more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 235 HP. That’s roughly 336 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 7 Series is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Subaru BRZ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers clearly 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.

Seats: BMW 7 Series offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is significantly lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 980 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 7 Series offers significantly more boot space – 540 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 303 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries markedly more – 665 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 261 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 7 Series holds a decisive overall lead 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 £102,800
7 Series

BMW 7 Series

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 300 - 571 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 80 km
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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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The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Price
102,800 - 128,700 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
80 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
199 - 200 g/km
co2
74 - 160 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Trunk capacity
237 L
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Length
4,265 mm
Length
-
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
395 - 404 kg
Payload
605 - 665 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 HP
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 Nm
Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
172 kW
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
Brand
Subaru
Brand
BMW
Is the Subaru BRZ offered with different drivetrains?

The Subaru BRZ is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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