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Subaru BRZ vs VW Taigo comparison

Compare performance (235 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (36,000 £ vs 19,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru BRZ or VW Taigo?

Subaru BRZ vs VW Taigo: Key differences

Subaru BRZ

  • visibly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Taigo

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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • marginally lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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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.

VW Taigo is considerably cheaper – starting at 19,900 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,071 £.

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

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Subaru BRZ offers visibly more power – delivering 235 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 85 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the VW Taigo takes 8.2 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 250 Nm.

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: VW Taigo offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, VW Taigo is marginally lighter – 1,229 kg compared to 1,275 kg. The difference is around 46 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Taigo offers significantly more boot space – 440 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 203 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Taigo carries slightly more – 457 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Taigo 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 £19,900
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VW Taigo

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
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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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VW Taigo

The VW Taigo brings coupe-like flair to the compact crossover scene with sharp styling and an interior that punches above its price, feeling smarter than you’d expect. It’s an easygoing daily companion that balances comfort and practicality with a playful wink, perfect for city drivers who want something livelier than a regular hatchback.

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Subaru BRZ
VW Taigo

Costs and Consumption
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Price
19,900 - 31,800 £
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
199 - 200 g/km
co2
120 - 132 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
1,229 - 1,302 kg
Trunk capacity
237 L
Trunk capacity
440 L
Length
4,265 mm
Length
-
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,757 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
395 - 404 kg
Payload
448 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
235 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
172 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Subaru
Brand
VW
Is the Subaru BRZ offered with different drivetrains?

The Subaru BRZ is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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