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Subaru BRZ vs Suzuki Vitara comparison

Compare performance (235 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru BRZ or Suzuki Vitara?

Subaru BRZ vs Suzuki Vitara: Key differences

Subaru BRZ

  • noticeably more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
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Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
  • visibly 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

BRZ

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Suzuki Vitara is considerably cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,420 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Suzuki Vitara uses 5.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

Vitara

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 noticeably more power – delivering 235 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 51 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Suzuki Vitara takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Suzuki Vitara delivers somewhat more torque with 307 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 57 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: Suzuki Vitara offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Vitara is very slightly lighter – 1,255 kg compared to 1,275 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Suzuki Vitara offers visibly more boot space – 375 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 138 L.

When it comes to payload, the Suzuki Vitara carries barely more – 425 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 21 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Suzuki Vitara is far ahead 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 £23,600
Vitara

Suzuki Vitara

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 344 - 426 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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Suzuki Vitara

The Suzuki Vitara is a practical compact SUV that balances a comfortable, composed ride with easy-to-live-with interior space, making it well suited for daily driving and weekend getaways. It's widely praised for reliable engineering and sensible running costs, offering straightforward value to buyers who want a no-nonsense, economical crossover.

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Jolanta
4 Feb 2026, 09:37:41

A very pleasant car for an affordable price. The only downside is poorly soundproofed doors and windows.

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Polet
14 Jan 2026, 00:08:10

Proven reliability — it’s sold on every continent, and a real pleasure as a 4x4.

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Alejandro
15 Nov 2025, 18:50:42

After trying both, I chose the Vitara for everyday use. In my view, its balance of performance, quality and price is superior.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
199 - 200 g/km
co2
0 - 137 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
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
237 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 375 L
Length
4,265 mm
Length
-
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
395 - 404 kg
Payload
395 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 HP
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
250 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
172 kW
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Suzuki
Is the Subaru BRZ offered with different drivetrains?

The Subaru BRZ is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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