Subaru BRZ

Fuel economy, running costs and specs by model year

The Subaru BRZ appears in this database in 5 model years, from 2016 to 2020, offered with gasoline power. Combined economy ranges from 23 to 28 MPG across those years, with annual fuel costs of $2,850 to $3,450 at 15,000 miles.

Fuel economy by year

How it compares

Against the average minicompact cars in this dataset (about 23 MPG), the BRZ sits roughly 3 MPG above that mark on average, making it a relatively efficient choice for its class.

Five-year fuel cost

Fuelling a BRZ for five years at the EPA's 15,000-mile basis costs roughly $14,250 to $17,250, averaging about $15,750 across the versions here. That is the energy bill alone — it excludes insurance, maintenance and depreciation, which for most owners together exceed what goes into the tank.

The range within the range

Economy across the BRZ varies by about 5 MPG between its most and least frugal versions, which run on gasoline. Engine size, turbocharging, drivetrain and even wheel size explain most of that gap, so when you shop a used BRZ check which version you are looking at before comparing its running cost to another car.

How it changed over time

Between 2016 and 2020 the BRZ's average combined economy slipped from about 26 to 25 MPG. Redesigns, new engines and added hybrid or electric versions are usually what move the number, so the year you choose can matter as much as the model.

Best year for fuel economy

The 2016 BRZ has the strongest average combined economy in this database at about 26 MPG, while the 2018 is the lowest at about 25 MPG. If running cost is your priority, that is the year to target on the used market; later years may add equipment or safety features instead.

2020 BRZ at a glance

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