Automotive
The Subaru BRZ was a product of a collaboration between Subaru and Toyota, and it quickly earned the nickname Toyobaru or Subyota, a nod to the partnership that created it. The result was a car that was engineered for pure driving pleasure, designed to deliver smiles per mile on the road.
For Toyota, the BRZ marked a return to the fun-to-drive category, after discontinuing iconic models like the Supra, all-wheel-drive Celica, and MR2. Subaru, on the other hand, didn't have the financial resources to develop such a complex sports car on its own, which led to the joint venture. The Subaru BRZ, Toyota GT86, and Scion FRS were born from this collaboration, offering a new, affordable sports car for enthusiasts.
One of the standout features of the BRZ was its low front end, a design element that Subaru contributed to the project. The car's flat-four engine was notably shorter than an inline-four engine, allowing for a shorter front end and making the overall car appear longer than its actual dimensions. The low greenhouse with a raked-back roofline completed the design, emphasizing the car's sporty character. Though there were subtle styling differences between the Subaru and Toyota variants, the BRZ stood out with its unique headlights, taillights, and dual exhausts placed symmetrically on each side of the rear diffuser.
Inside, the BRZ adhered to the standard of a true sports car. The low seating position provided excellent driver engagement, and the dashboard was designed to be simple and functional, with a straight layout that didn’t tilt toward the driver. The two bulges atop the dashboard housed the instrument cluster and two air vents. Depending on the trim level, the navigation system was integrated into the center stack for easy access.
In the updated version of the BRZ, Subaru worked to improve the car’s handling even further, in an effort to stay competitive in the sports car market. The engine output was increased to 205 horsepower (208 PS), providing a bit more power for spirited driving. However, the extra five horsepower didn’t drastically change the car's performance. Nevertheless, for those looking for an affordable, daily-driver sports car, the BRZ remained an excellent choice, especially with its limited-slip differential standard on all versions, ensuring improved handling and control.
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