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Subaru BRZ vs Vauxhall Vivaro comparison

Compare performance (235 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 33,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru BRZ or Vauxhall Vivaro?

Subaru BRZ vs Vauxhall Vivaro: Key differences

Subaru BRZ

  • visibly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Vauxhall Vivaro

  • only slightly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

BRZ

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Vauxhall Vivaro is only slightly cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,790 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Vivaro uses 6.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

Vivaro

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 visibly more power – delivering 235 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 55 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 Vauxhall Vivaro takes 10.6 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Vivaro delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

BRZ

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Vauxhall Vivaro offers more seats – 9 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is clearly lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,722 kg. The difference is around 447 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Vivaro carries clearly more – 1,226 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 822 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Vivaro 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 £33,200
Vivaro

Vauxhall Vivaro

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 120 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.2 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 222 - 350 km
Subaru BRZ
Vauxhall Vivaro

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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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Vauxhall Vivaro

The Opel Vivaro is a workhorse with a surprisingly civilised demeanour, blending rugged practicality with enough style and comfort to keep drivers happy on any job. With clever packaging and sensible features that simplify loading, commuting and family duties, it’s the no-nonsense van for buyers who want functionality without the fuss — honest, dependable and just smart enough to make the day easier.

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Subaru BRZ
Vauxhall Vivaro

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Price
33,200 - 45,700 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
222 - 350 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
199 - 200 g/km
co2
0 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Seats
4
Seats
3 - 9
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Curb weight
1,722 - 2,241 kg
Trunk capacity
237 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,265 mm
Length
-
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
395 - 404 kg
Payload
872 - 1,226 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 HP
Power HP
120 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
172 kW
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Vauxhall
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