Subaru BRZ generations, specs and prices

By CarWhere Research · Updated November 5, 2026

The Subaru BRZ is a rear-wheel-drive sports coupe with two generations: 2013–2020 with a 200-hp 2.0L and 2022–present with a 228-hp 2.4L. There was no 2021 model year. The 2027 BRZ costs $36,140 to $38,770 before destination, in Limited and tS trims with a 6-speed manual or automatic.

Type: Two-door sports coupe, rear-wheel drive
Price (MSRP): $36,140–$38,770 (2027 MY) · MSRP excl. $1,295 destination and delivery. Lowest = Limited (manual), highest = tS (manual only). Limited automatic is $36,990.[1]
Powertrains: BRZ 6-speed manual (2027), BRZ 6-speed automatic (2027) · 228 hp
Current generation: First generation (ZC), 2013–2020

2027 Subaru BRZ price and trims

The second-generation BRZ launched for 2022 with a 228-hp 2.4L. Subaru dropped the Premium trim for 2026, and the 2027 lineup is Limited and tS, both with the latest EyeSight. A 300-unit 2027 BRZ ZC15 special edition was shown for early 2027, with pricing to come.[11][12][13]

Subaru BRZ trims with 2027 model-year base MSRP (USD) and powertrains
Trim	MSRP (2027)	Powertrain
Limited	$36,140excl. $1,295 destination (2027 MY); 6-speed automatic $36,990	2.4L SUBARU BOXER flat-4 (228 hp), 6MT or 6AT[11]
tS	$38,770excl. $1,295 destination (2027 MY); manual only	2.4L SUBARU BOXER flat-4 (228 hp), 6-speed manual[11]

Every BRZ trim compared, with standard equipment and previous-generation prices →

Subaru BRZ engines, horsepower and mpg

Torque is from Subaru's 2022 BRZ specifications; Subaru's 2027 release quotes horsepower only.

Subaru BRZ powertrains with Subaru-rated output and EPA fuel economy (city/highway/combined)
Version	Engine	Horsepower	Torque (lb-ft)	Transmission	Drive	EPA mpg (city/hwy/comb)
BRZ 6-speed manual (2027)Limited, tS	2.4L SUBARU BOXER flat-4[1][2][3]	228	184	6-speed manual	RWD	20/27/222027 MY[3]
BRZ 6-speed automatic (2027)Limited	2.4L SUBARU BOXER flat-4[1][2][4]	228	184	6-speed automatic	RWD	21/30/252027 MY[4]

Output is as rated by Subaru; fuel economy is the EPA estimate. "—" means no official figure was found.

First- vs second-generation BRZ

Launch-year figures from Subaru, current mpg from EPA.[5][2][7]

First- vs second-generation BRZ
	2013–2020	2022–present
Engine	2.0L flat-4	2.4L flat-4
Output	200 hp / 151 lb-ft	228 hp / 184 lb-ft
Drive	RWD	RWD
Chassis code	ZC	Not stated by Subaru

The second generation adds 28 hp and 33 lb-ft from 0.4 liter more displacement.

Why there is no 2021 BRZ

Subaru went straight from the 2020 BRZ to the all-new second-generation 2022 model, and EPA lists no BRZ for the 2021 model year. The second generation was revealed in November 2020 and priced in July 2021.[8][2][9]

2.0L vs 2.4L

The first BRZ used a 2.0L FA-series boxer rated 200 hp at 7,000 rpm and 151 lb-ft at 6,400 rpm. The 2022 car moved to a 2.4L making 228 hp at 7,000 rpm and 184 lb-ft, an increase of 28 hp and 33 lb-ft.

Both generations are rear-wheel drive. EPA rates the 2027 manual at 22 mpg combined and the automatic at 25.[5][6][2][3][4]

tS and limited editions

The tS is the track-focused BRZ, sold with a 6-speed manual; the 2024 tS debuted at a SubieFest event and the 2027 tS starts at $38,770. For 2027 Subaru also announced the BRZ ZC15, limited to 300 units and named after the first generation's ZC chassis code.[10][1][7]

Subaru BRZ generations by year

Every US Subaru BRZ generation with model years and engines, newest first
Generation	US model years	Engines	Notes
First generationZC	2013–2020	2.0L FA-series flat-4 (200 hp, 151 lb-ft)	Made its US debut at the 2012 Detroit auto show as a lightweight rear-drive coupe with an engine not shared with other Subarus. The 2014 BRZ was priced from $25,595 (Premium) to $27,595 (Limited). EPA lists no 2021 BRZ.[5][6][7][8]
Second generation	2022–present	2.4L flat-4 (228 hp, 184 lb-ft)	More power, newly available EyeSight and an 8-inch STARLINK screen; launch prices started at $27,995. A track-focused BRZ tS arrived for 2024, and for 2027 Subaru offers only Limited and tS trims.[9][2][10][1]

Subaru BRZ problems and recalls

The most significant documented BRZ problem is the valve spring recall for the 2013 model, whose 2.0L boxer springs could fracture and stall the engine. Other recalls cover low-pressure fuel pumps on 2018–2019 cars, a 2018 camera software fault and intermittent rear turn signals on the 2022 model.

Documented Subaru BRZ issues and NHTSA recall campaigns
Issue	Generation	Years	Type
Engine valve springs may fracture (recall 18V772)[14]	First generation (2013–2020)	2013	Recall 18V772
Owner's manual air bag description inaccurate (recall 12V254)[15]	First generation (2013–2020)	2013	Recall 12V254
Low-pressure fuel pump may fail (recall 21V587)[16]	First generation (2013–2020)	2018–2019	Recall 21V587
Rearview camera may stay blank (recall 18V935)[17]	First generation (2013–2020)	2018	Recall 18V935
Rear turn signals may stop working (recall 23V609)[18]	Second generation (2022 onward)	2022	Recall 23V609

All 5 documented BRZ issues and 5 recalls, with symptoms and pre-purchase checks →

What BRZ buyers actually paid

MSRP is the starting point, not the transaction price. These CarWhere pages show buyer-reported prices and dealer invoice estimates for the Subaru BRZ.

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Frequently asked questions

How many generations of the Subaru BRZ are there?

Two: 2013–2020 and 2022–present.

Is there a 2021 Subaru BRZ?

No. EPA lists no 2021 BRZ; Subaru moved from the 2020 model to the all-new 2022 BRZ.

How much is a 2027 Subaru BRZ?

The Limited starts at $36,140 with the manual ($36,990 automatic) and the tS at $38,770, before $1,295 destination and delivery.

How much horsepower does the BRZ have?

228 hp from a 2.4L boxer on 2022 and later models; first-generation cars made 200 hp from a 2.0L.

Is the BRZ all-wheel drive?

No. Unlike most Subarus, the BRZ is rear-wheel drive.

Sources

Prices and output are as published by Subaru for the model year shown; fuel economy is from the EPA. Equipment changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its original paperwork or build sheet.

Subaru of America Announces Pricing on 2027 Subaru BRZ (June 4, 2026) — Subaru of America (media.subaru.com)
All-New 2022 Subaru BRZ Makes Global Debut (November 18, 2020) — Subaru of America (media.subaru.com)
EPA fuel economy: 2027 Subaru BRZ (6-speed manual) — fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE / EPA)
EPA fuel economy: 2027 Subaru BRZ (6-speed automatic) — fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE / EPA)
2013 Subaru BRZ Marks Return of the Pure Sports Car (July 31, 2012) — Subaru of America (media.subaru.com)
Subaru Announces 2014 BRZ Pricing (August 22, 2013) — Subaru of America (media.subaru.com)
Subaru Debuts Limited-Production 2027 Subaru WRX GD25, 2027 Subaru BRZ ZC15 at Boxerfest 2026 (September 28, 2026) — Subaru of America (media.subaru.com)
EPA model list: 2021 Subaru (no BRZ listed) — fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE / EPA)
Subaru Announces Pricing on All-New 2022 BRZ (July 22, 2021) — Subaru of America (media.subaru.com)
New Performance-Focused 2024 Subaru BRZ tS Debuts at Subiefest California (July 24, 2023) — Subaru of America (media.subaru.com)
Subaru of America Announces Pricing on 2027 Subaru BRZ (Jun 4, 2026) — Subaru U.S. Media Center (media.subaru.com)
Subaru of America Announces Pricing on 2026 Subaru BRZ (Sep 24, 2025) — Subaru U.S. Media Center (media.subaru.com)
Subaru Debuts Limited-production 2027 Subaru WRX GD25, 2027 Subaru BRZ ZC15 at Boxerfest 2026 (Sep 28, 2026) — Subaru U.S. Media Center (media.subaru.com)
Recall 18V772: Engine And Engine Cooling — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
Recall 12V254: Equipment — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
Recall 21V587: Fuel System, Gasoline — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
Recall 18V935: Visibility — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
Recall 23V609: Exterior Lighting — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)

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