Subaru BRZ Vehicle Class & EPA Size Category
The EPA classifies the 2027 Subaru BRZ as a Minicompact Cars, a rating based on body style and interior volume.
Latest model year (2027):
The Subaru BRZ is classified by the EPA as a Minicompact Cars.
Subaru BRZ Vehicle Class — All Years
| Year | Trim | Vehicle Class | Drive | Fuel Type | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 25 |
| 2027 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 22 |
| 2026 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 25 |
| 2026 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 22 |
| 2025 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 25 |
| 2025 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 22 |
| 2024 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 25 |
| 2024 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 22 |
| 2023 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 25 |
| 2023 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 22 |
| 2022 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 25 |
| 2022 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 22 |
| 2020 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 27 |
| 2020 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 24 |
| 2020 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 23 |
| 2019 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 27 |
| 2019 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 24 |
| 2018 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 27 |
| 2018 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 23 |
| 2018 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 24 |
| 2017 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 27 |
| 2017 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 24 |
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 28 |
| 2016 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 24 |
| 2015 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 28 |
| 2015 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 24 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Subaru BRZ Vehicle Class FAQ
What class of vehicle is the Subaru BRZ?
The EPA classifies the Subaru BRZ as a Minicompact Cars. This classification is based on interior volume and body style and affects how its fuel economy is compared with other vehicles.
Is the Subaru BRZ considered a small or large vehicle?
Based on its EPA class (Minicompact Cars), the Subaru BRZ is grouped with vehicles of similar size and interior volume. The class can change between model years when the body is redesigned.