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Subaru BRZ vs Honda HR-V comparison

Compare performance (235 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru BRZ or Honda HR-V?

Subaru BRZ vs Honda HR-V: Key differences

Subaru BRZ

  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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Honda HR-V

4.3 (16 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Honda HR-V is markedly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,934 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Honda HR-V uses 5.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

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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 significantly more power – delivering 235 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 104 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Honda HR-V takes 10.6 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Honda HR-V delivers marginally more torque with 253 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 3 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: Honda HR-V offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is a bit lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,452 kg. The difference is around 177 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Honda HR-V offers clearly more boot space – 319 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 82 L.

When it comes to payload, the Honda HR-V carries very slightly more – 418 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru BRZ has only a minor advantage 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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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
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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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Honda HR-V

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Mir
20 Apr 2026, 08:19:16

High-tech features, excellent reliability, superb comfort and adaptability to a range of needs. Clean, elegant design.

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Andreas
5 Apr 2026, 08:50:19

Very nice car with plenty of interior space. Reliable engineering and, thank goodness, most functions are still operated with switches or knobs. It sits superbly on the road, although the standard Michelin Primacy 4 tyres produce a somewhat loud rolling noise. As a day-registered car in Elegance trim for €26,980 with zero kilometres, a real bargain. Honda and Toyota are absolutely equal in build quality and reliability. You can buy it without hesitation.

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Iza
21 Mar 2026, 15:57:05

I think it's a very good car for the city, fairly quick, nimble, and above all intuitive.

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Izabela
11 Mar 2026, 08:41:20

The Honda HR‑V is amazing. Quiet, intuitive, lots of space. It just drives well and I'm not even tired after sitting in traffic.

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Daniel
10 Feb 2026, 18:01:33

A car with elegant lines, reliable and enjoyable to drive, with a particular focus on fuel economy. Verdict: Pass!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Price
29,100 - 34,700 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
199 - 200 g/km
co2
122 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Curb weight
1,452 kg
Trunk capacity
237 L
Trunk capacity
319 L
Length
4,265 mm
Length
-
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,866 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
395 - 404 kg
Payload
418 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 HP
Power HP
131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 Nm
Torque
253 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
172 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Honda
Is the Subaru BRZ offered with different drivetrains?

The Subaru BRZ is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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