BMW 230i vs Subaru BRZ
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Subaru BRZ
Overview
| Spec | BMW 230i230i | Subaru BRZLimited |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 230i | Limited |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 230i230i | Subaru BRZLimited |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $41,700 | $36,140 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 230i230i | Subaru BRZLimited |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| City MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 35 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.7 gal (best) | 13.2 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 230i230i | Subaru BRZLimited |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp (best) | 228 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 184 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | flat 4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 230i230i | Subaru BRZLimited |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 13.8 cu ft (best) | 6.3 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,446 lbs | 2,842 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5 in | 5.1 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 107.9 in (best) | 101.4 in |
| Length | 179 in (best) | 167.9 in |
| Width | 72.4 in (best) | 69.9 in |
| Height | 54.8 in (best) | 51.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 230i230i | Subaru BRZLimited |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 230i | Subaru BRZ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 230i $41,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Limited $36,140 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Limited $36,990 MSRP |
| 3 | — | tS $38,770 MSRP |