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Subaru BRZ vs Tesla Model 3 comparison

Compare performance (235 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru BRZ or Tesla Model 3?

Subaru BRZ vs Tesla Model 3: Key differences

Subaru BRZ

  • clearly lighter

Tesla Model 3

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  • moderately cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

BRZ

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Tesla Model 3 is moderately cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,286 £.

Model 3

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 Tesla Model 3 offers substantially more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 235 HP. That’s roughly 225 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.1 s, while the Subaru BRZ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Tesla Model 3 is slightly faster – reaching 262 km/h, while the Subaru BRZ tops out at 226 km/h. The difference is around 36 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model 3 delivers significantly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 410 Nm more.

BRZ

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Tesla Model 3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is clearly lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,772 kg. The difference is around 497 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers substantially more boot space – 594 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 357 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru BRZ carries very slightly more – 404 kg compared to 377 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model 3 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 £31,700
Model 3

Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 16.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 750 km
Subaru BRZ
Tesla Model 3

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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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Tesla Model 3

The Tesla Model 3 slices through daily commuting with a silent, confident shove that makes petrolheads reassess their life choices, while its minimalist cabin feels more like a slick gadget gallery than a traditional car interior. For buyers after a fuss-free, tech-forward electric with plenty of grin factor and low running drama, it’s hard to beat—just don't be surprised when the car updates itself overnight.

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Subaru BRZ
Tesla Model 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
83 kWh
co2
199 - 200 g/km
co2
0 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
4
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Curb weight
1,772 - 1,929 kg
Trunk capacity
237 L
Trunk capacity
594 L
Length
4,265 mm
Length
4,724 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
395 - 404 kg
Payload
303 - 377 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 HP
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Max Speed
262 km/h
Torque
250 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
172 kW
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Tesla
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