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Is the BRZ 4 or 6 cylinder?

The Subaru BRZ is a 4-cylinder sports car. It is powered by a 2.4-liter naturally aspirated flat-four (boxer) engine, which produces 228 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque.


Detailed Overview of the Subaru BRZ Engine


The Subaru BRZ is a rear-wheel-drive sports car that has been in production since 2012. It was developed in collaboration with Toyota, which sells a nearly identical model called the Toyota 86 (or GR86 in newer models).


The key engine specifications of the Subaru BRZ are:



  • Engine Type: 2.4-liter naturally aspirated flat-four (boxer) engine

  • Displacement: 2,387 cc

  • Horsepower: 228 hp @ 7,000 rpm

  • Torque: 184 lb-ft @ 3,700 rpm

  • Transmission: 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic


So in summary, the Subaru BRZ is definitively a 4-cylinder sports car, not a 6-cylinder. The flat-four boxer engine configuration is a key part of the BRZ's design and driving character.


Why the BRZ Has a 4-Cylinder Engine


Subaru and Toyota designed the BRZ/86 platform to be a lightweight, nimble sports car focused on handling and driving dynamics rather than raw power. A larger 6-cylinder engine would have added significant weight, which would have compromised the car's balance and agility.


The 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine provides a good balance of power, torque, and efficiency for the BRZ's intended purpose as an affordable, driver-focused sports car. The naturally aspirated design also contributes to the car's linear power delivery and engaging driving experience.


Overall, the 4-cylinder engine is a key part of what makes the Subaru BRZ a unique and appealing sports car for enthusiasts who prioritize handling and driving feel over outright power.

Is BRZ a V6 or V8?


Engine, Transmission, and Performance
Under the hood of the BRZ is a naturally aspirated 2.4-liter flat-four engine with 228 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. Power is routed to the rear wheels through either a six-speed manual or an optional six-speed automatic transmission.



When did BRZ get 2.4 engine?


2022
The 2022 model gets a bigger and more powerful engine that enhances performance and that many will find makes it more fun to drive. The 2022 BRZ gets a 2.4-liter H4 engine that puts out 228 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque.



Which Subaru is 4 wheel drive?


Every vehicle in the Subaru lineup comes standard with Subaru AWD, except the BRZ sports car. That means whether you want a sedan like the Legacy or a crossover like the Forester, you will still get access to the benefits of the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive System for your trips around Glenwood Springs.



Is the Subaru BRZ 4 wheel drive?


With its iconic sports car layout — two-door, front engine, rear-wheel drive — and razor-sharp handling, the 2025 BRZ is a Subaru sports car that can make any drive feel thrilling. The front-wheel-drive Honda Civic Si and Volkswagen GTI just can't compare to the classic, balanced rear-wheel-drive design of the BRZ.



Can you put a V8 in a BRZ?


Get close enough to see inside and you'll find racing seats with a roll cage, but hey, you could have that in any BRZ. Fire it up though, and the 6.2-liter LS3 V8 definitely makes its presence known, even with the active exhaust set to quiet mode.



Is Subaru BRZ rare?


The rear-drive BRZ sports car is scarce and becoming rarer by the day. The 2024 BRZ sport coupe, a Subaru model that's the hardest to find on any Subaru retailer's lot, is a rare gem that only a select few can lay their hands on.



Is the BRZ a Toyota engine?


Toyota used Subaru's engine technology for its car, so both have the same 200hp 2.0-litre boxer engine, which is slightly different to the engines you'd find in most other cars except for many Subarus. Boxer engines are more balanced and better suited to delivering higher performance.



Which Subaru is 6 cylinder?


The Subaru XT was the first Subaru to possess a 6 cylinder engine and this was an ER engine. Since then, Subaru has created two other 6 cylinder engine ranges: the EG engine and the EZ engine.



Which is faster, BRZ or 86?


Is the Toyota G86 faster than the Subaru BRZ? Toyota GR86 vs. Subaru BRZ performance is tied, as both models posted a Car and Driver tested 0-60-mph time of 5.4 seconds. They share the same specs and platform, leading to equal capabilities in both vehicles.



Is a BRZ a 6 cylinder?


SUBARU BOXER® Engine Power and Performance
Take on the road with precision in the 2024 Subaru BRZ coupe from Crown Subaru in Chattanooga, TN. All configurations are powered by a 2.4-liter SUBARU BOXER® 4-cylinder engine that delivers 228 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque.


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