Is the Subaru BRZ a good winter car?

Is the Subaru BRZ a good winter car?

Last winter was my first with the BRZ, but not the first with a rear wheel drive car (learned to drive in an early ’80s Pontiac Parisienne). The BRZ is actually one of the best cars I’ve driven in snow. The balance is perfect, so with a good set of snow tires (I’ve got Nokian Hakka R2s) I never had any trouble.

What is wrong with the 2013 BRZ?

Subaru and Toyota may have to stop a recall for 2013 Subaru BRZ and 2013 Scion FR-S sport coupes. Reports say Toyota techs don’t know how to work on Subaru engines and some were not fixed properly. The recall is for faulty engine valve springs that may fracture causing an engine malfunction or a possible engine stall.

Is the 2013 Subaru BRZ a good car?

Unlike so many things in life, this compact sport coupe was actually well worth the wait. With its superb chassis, communicative steering and light curb weight, the BRZ proves that you don’t need a ton of power to have a ton of fun.

How reliable is a 2013 Subaru BRZ?

A great, reliable sports car. This vehicle is the perfect mix of performance and comfort. The power isn’t too much nor little and it fits the vehicle nicely. The cornering is impeccable and is worth noting.

Is the Subaru BRZ a good car?

It might lack active safety features like adaptive cruise control or auto emergency braking, but the BRZ is a pretty safe car. It earns top marks in four out of five IIHS crashworthiness evaluations and a one-step-down Acceptable rating in the small overlap front driver-side test.

Is the BRZ engine reliable?

J.D. Power gives the 2020 BRZ a predicted reliability rating of three out of five, which is about average.

How long does BRZ last?

The engine design is not to fail. keep it oiled and keep coolant, and it will outlast the car body. there are youtube videos also. to answer your question, it will last over 500k if you keep oil changed and don’t spin a bearing on over rev.

How long do BRZ Motors last?

These engines can easily make it past 300k miles with proper maintenance. Maintenance is key!! If you take care of your car it will take care of you. I drive this piss out of my car and I have had 0 issues in the last 3 years or so.

How many miles can Subaru BRZ last?

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2018 Subaru BRZ
EPA Fuel Economy Premium Gasoline
27 MPG 24 33 combined city/highway city highway
3.7 gal/100mi
356 miles Total Range

Is the Subaru BRZ expensive to maintain?

Overall – the Subaru Brz has yearly car maintenance costs total to $672 . Given that the Subaru Brz has an average of $672 and that the average vehicle costs $651 annual — the Brz is substantially cheaper to maintain.

Is the Subaru BRZ being discontinued?

Subaru has confirmed to Car and Driver that it will not offer the BRZ for the 2021 model year, and Toyota says it will end production of the 86 this fall, meaning the new generation is coming. The second-generation sports cars should arrive next year, and here’s what we know about them so far.

Can a 2013 Subaru BRZ be driven in the winter?

One of the biggest questions we wanted to answer by purchasing a long-term 2013 Subaru BRZ tester was whether the sports coupe is capable of driving year-round in winter’s ugliest conditions.

How much does a used Subaru BRZ cost?

Monthly Estimate based on a 4.4% rate for 60 months, $14,999 vehicle price, $0 down payment, $0 trade-in, $0 sales tax. Dealer was very helpful and made the process easy.

What kind of grip does a Subaru BRZ have?

Combined with modest grip from the 215/45R-17 Michelin Primacy HP rubber, good for 0.89 g on the skidpad, the Subie is an accomplished drifter when its stability ­control is deactivated.

Which is faster Subaru BRZ premium or Miata?

The engine propelled our long-termer to 60 mph in a respectable 6.4 seconds when new, and through the quarter-mile in 15.0 seconds at 94 mph, making it slightly quicker than the current MX-5 Miata.