The 2018 Subaru BRZ proves you don't have to spend a lot of money to have a blast behind the wheel. Nor do you have to have a ton of power or need advanced driving skills to keep yourself out of a ditch. The BRZ is fun, forgiving, and quite simply one of the best sport coupes on the road.
Last year saw it get even better with revised suspension tuning, a smidge more power and a newly available Performance package that includes upgraded dampers and brakes. That alone could be reason enough to choose the BRZ over its Toyota twin, the 86, but for 2018, it gets another reason. The BRZ's standard touchscreen was already far more user-friendly than the 86's frustrating Pioneer unit, but the new 7-inch Starlink touchscreen is better still. Besides its bigger screen area, it includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto — features the Toyota 86 doesn't offer at all.
Despite these changes, the BRZ maintains those intrinsic elements that have attracted us from the start. It is a classic sports car with crisp steering and sharp handling that forges a special connection between the driver and the road. It makes a reasonably comfortable and economical daily driver, but it's as a grin-generating weekend car that the BRZ really stands out. Upgrading to the Performance package, or the new-for-2018 BRZ tS with its further chassis enhancements, only makes those grins broader.
At the heart of the BRZ is a 2.0-liter horizontally opposed four-cylinder boxer engine. BRZs with the manual transmission generate 205 horsepower and 156 pound-feet of torque, though output for models with the automatic transmission remains unchanged, at 200 hp and 151 lb-ft. The EPA estimates the BRZ's fuel economy at 24 mpg combined (21 city/29 highway) for manual-equipped cars and 27 mpg combined (24 city/33 highway) for the automatics. The manual-only tS gets 23 combined (20 city/27 highway).
Rear-wheel drive is a rarity for the all-wheel-drive specialists at Subaru. And it is this method of power delivery that makes the BRZ fun. The car is exceptionally well balanced, which allows you to explore its handling limits at sane speeds. Subaru retuned the suspension last year, making it easier to probe those limits and slide the back end of the car around a bit, if that's your thing. The ride is not soft, yet those used to a sporty car (especially some of Subaru's past STI models) will find it fine for daily driving. The noisy cabin is less forgivable. Enthusiasts may gravitate toward the manual transmission but don't dismiss the automatic. It is a great companion for sporty driving, eagerly popping off smooth rev-matched downshifts to keep the engine on the boil.
The BRZ's interior is generally easy to use, and its controls are perfectly located. The front seats offer plenty of room and are quite comfortable, even if some extra adjustment would be nice. The back seat is best reserved for small dogs or packages, but that's better than what you'd get in some two-seat-only competitors. The trunk is also useful for some weekend luggage or groceries. As for cabin quality, you're unlikely to experience many rattles, but the materials themselves are hard and look a bit plain. The design is rather dated, too.
Subaru offers three versions of the BRZ: Premium, Limited and the limited-production tS. The Limited is the one we'd opt for given its better infotainment system and its Premium package option. Those same elements are found on the tS, which is definitely the top choice for driving enthusiasts with a healthier budget. In any event, Edmunds can help find the perfect 2018 Subaru BRZ for you.
2018 Subaru BRZ Overview
The 2018 Subaru BRZ is offered in the following submodels: Coupe. Available styles include Limited 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 6M), tS 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 6M), and Premium 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 6M). BRZ models are available with a 0-liter gas engine, with output up to 0 hp, depending on engine type. The 2018 BRZ comes with rear wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 6-speed manual. The 2018 BRZ comes with a 3 yr./ 36000 mi. basic warranty, a 3 yr./ 36000 mi. roadside warranty, and a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. powertrain warranty.
What should I pay for a new 2018 Subaru BRZ?
2018 Subaru BRZ tS 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
The 2018 Subaru BRZ tS 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 6M) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $34962. The average price paid for a new 2018 Subaru BRZ tS 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 6M) is trending $10 below the manufacturer's MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $10 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is $34952.
The average savings for the 2018 Subaru BRZ tS 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 6M) is 0% below the MSRP.
We are showing 1 tS 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 6M) 2018 Subaru BRZ tS 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 6M) vehicle(s) available in the Ashburn area.
2018 Subaru BRZ tS 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
The 2018 Subaru BRZ tS 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 6M) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $34962. The average price paid for a new 2018 Subaru BRZ tS 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 6M) is trending $500 below the manufacturer's MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $500 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is $34462.
The average savings for the 2018 Subaru BRZ tS 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 6M) is 1.4% below the MSRP.
We are showing 1 tS 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 6M) 2018 Subaru BRZ tS 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 6M) vehicle(s) available in the Ashburn area.
2018 Subaru BRZ Limited 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
The 2018 Subaru BRZ Limited 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 6M) can be purchased for less than the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (aka MSRP) of $29912. The average price paid for a new 2018 Subaru BRZ Limited 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 6M) is trending $500 below the manufacturer's MSRP.
Edmunds members save an average of $500 by getting upfront special offers. The estimated special offer price in your area is $29412.
The average savings for the 2018 Subaru BRZ Limited 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 6M) is 1.7% below the MSRP.
We are showing 1 Limited 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 6M) 2018 Subaru BRZ Limited 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl 6M) vehicle(s) available in the Ashburn area.
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What options are available on the 2018 Subaru BRZ?
Available Subaru BRZ 2018 Submodel Types: Coupe
Available Subaru BRZ 2018 Trims: Limited, Premium, tS, Series.Blue
Exterior Colors: WR Blue Pearl, Crystal White Pearl, Ice Silver Metallic, Crystal Black Silica, Dark Gray Metallic, Sterling Silver Metallic, Lightning Red, Satin White Pearl
Interior Colors: Black Leather & Alcantara leather/sueded microfiber, Black, Black Cloth cloth, Black leather/sueded microfiber, Black Leather & Blue Alcantara leather/sueded microfiber, Black cloth
Popular Features: Aux Audio Inputs, Bluetooth, Fold Flat Rear Seats, Rear Bench Seats, Stability Control, Tire Pressure Warning, Trip Computer, USB Inputs, Upgraded Headlights, Alarm, Auto Climate Control, Heated seats, Multi-Zone Climate Control, Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Keyless Entry/Start, Back-up camera, Post-collision safety system, Navigation, Apple Carplay/Android Auto
Engine/Mechanics: 4 cylinders
Transmission: MANUAL, AUTOMATIC
Fuel Types: premium unleaded (required)
Drivetrains: rear wheel drive
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