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Toyota Mirai vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (182 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (58,700 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Mirai or Subaru BRZ?

Toyota Mirai vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

Toyota Mirai

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  • markedly more trunk space
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Subaru BRZ

  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
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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

Mirai

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.

Subaru BRZ is significantly cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Toyota Mirai costs 58,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,714 £.

BRZ

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 Subaru BRZ offers visibly more power – delivering 235 HP compared to 182 HP. That’s roughly 53 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Toyota Mirai takes 9.2 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Mirai delivers slightly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Toyota Mirai offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is substantially lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 625 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Mirai offers markedly more boot space – 300 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 63 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Mirai carries clearly more – 515 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 111 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru BRZ 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.

from £36,000
BRZ

Subaru BRZ

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 235 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.8 L/100km
Toyota Mirai
Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Toyota Mirai

The Toyota Mirai arrives as a bold, futuristic saloon that turns heads with sleek, almost sci‑fi styling and a cabin that feels more lounge than cockpit. It trades petrol fuss for a whisper‑quiet hydrogen setup that delivers composed, effortless progress and makes long-distance cruising a relaxed pleasure — a compelling choice if you want cutting-edge eco tech without sacrificing comfort.

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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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Toyota Mirai
Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption

Price
58,700 - 66,700 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
650 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
-
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,900 - 1,930 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
300 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
-
Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,885 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
-
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 515 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Hydrogen
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
182 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
134 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Subaru
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