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Subaru BRZ vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (235 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru BRZ or Tesla Model Y?

Subaru BRZ vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

Subaru BRZ

  • substantially lighter
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Tesla Model Y

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably 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:

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 Y is very slightly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,714 £.

Model Y

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 Tesla Model Y offers clearly 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 Y is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Subaru BRZ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model Y delivers clearly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 410 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: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is substantially lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,976 kg. The difference is around 701 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers considerably more boot space – 836 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 599 L.

When it comes to payload, the Tesla Model Y carries slightly more – 472 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 68 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y 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 £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 622 km
Subaru BRZ
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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 Y

The Tesla Model Y is a compact electric SUV that pairs practical interior space with a minimalist, tech-forward cabin that feels modern and airy. Its confident electric performance and suite of driver-assist features make everyday driving effortless, and regular software updates help the car stay fresh over time.

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Subaru BRZ
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
534 - 622 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Curb weight
1,976 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
237 L
Trunk capacity
822 - 836 L
Length
4,265 mm
Length
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Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
395 - 404 kg
Payload
435 - 472 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
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
172 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Tesla
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