Compare two new cars by price, estimated monthly payment, fuel economy, and other specifications. Data comes from the CarPayCheck.com catalog and uses your selected financing terms.
| Z | BRZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Nissan | Subaru |
| Starting price | $42,970 | $35,860 |
| Monthly payment | $500 | $417 |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Fuel economy | 20.0 mpg | 23.4 mpg |
| CO₂ emissions | 406 g/mi–468 g/mi | 362 g/mi–399 g/mi |
| Annual maintenance cost | — | — |
Common-issue data is not available yet.
Excessive RTV silicone sealant from the oil pan can break loose and block the oil pickup screen in 2022-2023 Subaru BRZ models with the FA24D engine. Symptoms include low oil pressure warnings, metallic engine noise, reduced power, and possible stalling. If ignored, this can damage crankshaft and rod bearings or seize the engine, requiring engine replacement. Most early failures were repaired under warranty, and no authoritative out-of-warranty repair cost estimate is available.
Nissan Z and Subaru BRZ suit different driving needs. The main differences below cover price, monthly payment, fuel economy, and running costs.
Z starts at $42,970; BRZ starts at $35,860. The difference is $7,110, making BRZ about 17% cheaper before financing.
Estimated monthly payment: Z — $500; BRZ — $417. The difference is $83 per month, with BRZ lower.
Both models use Gasoline. Fuel economy is Z — 20.0 mpg; BRZ — 23.4 mpg. BRZ uses less energy in everyday driving.
The final choice is about more than numbers: annual distance, city or highway use, and the space your household needs all matter. Use the CarPayCheck.com calculator to apply your financing terms and evaluate both cars in your situation.
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