Subaru BRZ 2 (ZD8) Sports Car (2021)

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Keywords: boxer-enginecompactcoupedohcdouble-wishbonemacpherson-strutmanual-transmissionrwdsports-carsubaru

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Product Overview

The 2nd-generation BRZ continues the cooperation between Subaru and Toyota with a new 2.4-liter NA boxer engine in the classic lightweight RWD format: it will come in 2021 as a 2022 MY vehicle.
The new Subaru BRZ enjoys an ultra-low center of gravity, thanks to the unique Subaru boxer engine that is mounted low and back in the engine bay, as well as improved steering and handling. Aluminum is used in the roof and several body panels to reduce weight, keeping all trim levels under 2900 lbs curb weight.
Design-wise, the 2nd-gen Subaru BRZ keeps the style of the original while elongating the chassis, resulting in a more elegant and aerodynamic vehicle.
Inside, the new BRZ features a new customizable 7-inch digital dashboard, which is complemented with an 8-inch infotainment touch screen that integrated with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Ratings

What we found**

Neofiliac score 71% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Good handling characteristics
  • Manual + RWD
Cons
  • No powerful engine options
  • Low grade finish

What external reviewers found***

External score 70% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Fantastic handling
  • Lots of equipment
Cons
  • Engine feels a little slow to respond
  • No low-down pull
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Specifications

ATMT

Capacity

Passengers4

Chassis

Brakes | FrontVentilated discs
Brakes | RearVentilated discs
Suspension | FrontMacPherson strut
Suspension | RearDouble-wishbone
Tire Size215/45 R17 87W215/40 R18 85Y

Construction

Body Style2-door Coupe

Dimensions

Size | Height1311 mm / 51.6 in
Size | Length4265 mm / 167.9 in
Size | Width1775 mm / 69.9 in
Weight1299.0 kg / 2863.8 lbs1277.0 kg / 2815.3 lbs
Wheel Size17 inch18 inch
Wheelbase2576 mm / 101.4 in

Powertrain

Drivetrain LayoutFront-engine (longitudinal), Rear-wheel drive
EngineFA24
Engine | Bore94.0 mm / 3.7 in
Engine | Compression Ratio13.5:1
Engine | Power228.0 hp / 170.0 kW @ 7000 rpm
Engine | Stroke86.1 mm / 3.4 in
Engine | Torque249 Nm / 183.7 lb-ft @ 3700 rpm
Engine | TypeNaturally-aspirated direct- and multi-port-injected petrol flat-4 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears6-speed
Transmission | TypeAutomaticManual

Production

Availability2021
Debut2020-11-18
Made InJapan

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External Reviews

carwow[1]

Reviewer score 70%
Reviewers from carwow have found the following***:
The Subaru BRZ was developed alongside the Toyota GT86. It's a back-to-basics sports coupe that you could consider as an alternative to models such as the Audi TT, BMW 2 Series and Mazda MX-5 RF. In many ways, the BRZ feels very dated inside, but on the other hand, everything is geared around the needs of the driver – and, arguably, that's as it should be in a car like this Subaru.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Fantastic handling
  • Lots of equipment
Cons
  • No low-down pull
  • Engine feels a little slow to respond

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References

  1. ^ Subaru BRZ Review. [carwow]. https://www.carwow.co.uk/subaru/brz. Retrieved 2021-03-22.

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