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Subaru BRZ vs Toyota RAV4 comparison

Compare performance (235 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru BRZ or Toyota RAV4?

Subaru BRZ vs Toyota RAV4: Key differences

Subaru BRZ

  • visibly lighter

Toyota RAV4

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Toyota RAV4 is barely cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 857 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 7.8 L/100km.

RAV4

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 Toyota RAV4 offers visibly more power – delivering 306 HP compared to 235 HP. That’s roughly 71 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota RAV4 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6 s, while the Subaru BRZ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Subaru BRZ is markedly faster – reaching 226 km/h, while the Toyota RAV4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.

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: Toyota RAV4 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is visibly lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,745 kg. The difference is around 470 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers clearly more boot space – 580 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 343 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota RAV4 carries visibly more – 600 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 196 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota RAV4 stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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RAV4

Toyota RAV4

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 75 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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Reviews Subaru BRZ

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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 feels like a sensible friend on the road, marrying dependable practicality with a dash of SUV personality that keeps daily driving from turning dull. Comfortable and easy to live with, it looks tough without shouting and quietly gets the job done — a sensible pick for buyers who want versatility without drama.

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Reviews Toyota RAV4

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Mariana González
5 Jan 2026, 23:15:27

I love it — it’s super comfortable, I’ve never had any trouble with it, very reliable and stable.

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Subaru BRZ
Toyota RAV4

Costs and Consumption
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Price
35,100 - 55,700 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
199 - 200 g/km
co2
22 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Curb weight
1,745 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
237 L
Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
Length
4,265 mm
Length
4,600 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Height
1,685 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,604 - 1,690 L
Payload
395 - 404 kg
Payload
390 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 HP
Power HP
218 - 306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
172 kW
Power kW
160 - 225 kW
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Toyota
Is the Subaru BRZ offered with different drivetrains?

The Subaru BRZ is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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