Subaru BRZ ZD8 vs Toyota 86 ZN8: specs side by side
Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.

Subaru · 2021–present
BRZ ZD8
- Power
- 173 kW235 PS
- Top speed
- 225 km/h
- Kerb mass
- 1,350 kg

Toyota · 2021–present
86 ZN8
- Power
- 173 kW235 PS
- Top speed
- -
- Kerb mass
- -
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At a glance
Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.
- Off-road BRZ ZD8 Drive and body: Rear-wheel drive · Coupe vs Rear-wheel drive · Coupe
In plain words
On the catalog figures, the Subaru BRZ ZD8 is the pick for off-road. Our catalog has no kerb mass for the Toyota 86 ZN8 yet, so some checks above leave it out.
Full specifications
| Subaru BRZ ZD8 | Toyota 86 ZN8 | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Version | 2.4 · petrol · 173 kW (235 PS) | GR86 2.4 · petrol · 173 kW (235 PS) |
| Production years | 2021–present | 2021–present |
| Body | Coupe | Coupe |
| Class | Sports car | No data |
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Performance | ||
| Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. | 173 kW (235 PS) 232 hp | 173 kW (235 PS) 232 hp |
| Power, all versions | 170–173 kW (231–235 PS) 228–232 hp | 173 kW (235 PS) 232 hp |
| Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft |
| Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. | 225 km/h 140 mph | No data |
| Power per tonne | 128 kW/t 156 hp/ton calculated | No data |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 2,387 cc 2.4 l | 2,387 cc 2.4 l |
| Engine code | FA24 | FA24 |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. | 1,350 kg 2,976 lb | No data |
| Economy and running costs | ||
| Fuel consumption Why it matters: Lower consumption cuts running costs and CO₂ emissions on every trip. | 8.8 l/100 km 26.7 mpg US | No data |
| CO₂ | 200 g/km | No data |
| Fuel cost per year | €2,310/year estimated | No data |
These cars do not differ in the data we have.
Equal rows hidden (9): Production years, Body, Country, Power, Torque, Fuel, Engine, Engine code, Drive.
Estimated at 15,000 km a year with fuel at €1.75/l petrol.