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Subaru BRZ vs Lexus LM comparison

Compare performance (235 HP vs 206 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 109,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru BRZ or Lexus LM?

Subaru BRZ vs Lexus LM: Key differences

Subaru BRZ

  • significantly cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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Lexus LM

  • markedly more efficient
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Subaru BRZ is significantly cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 109,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 73,723 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus LM uses 7.1 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

LM

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Subaru BRZ offers slightly more power – delivering 235 HP compared to 206 HP. That’s roughly 29 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Lexus LM takes 8.7 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

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: Lexus LM offers more seats – 7 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is significantly lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 1,070 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru BRZ offers significantly more boot space – 237 L compared to 110 L. That’s a difference of about 127 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LM carries markedly more – 535 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 131 kg.

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
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Price
109,700 - 131,900 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
199 - 200 g/km
co2
160 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
MPV
Seats
4
Seats
4 - 7
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Trunk capacity
237 L
Trunk capacity
110 L
Length
4,265 mm
Length
-
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
395 - 404 kg
Payload
525 - 535 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 HP
Power HP
206 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
172 kW
Power kW
152 kW
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

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

The Subaru BRZ is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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