If you are looking for a new sports car to excite you, there’s no need to look further than the 2017 Subaru BRZ. The well-loved sports coupe has survived many significant changes throughout its history, but if there is one constant throughout the years, it is Subaru's guaranteed quality.
Engine Power
You can’t talk sports car without alluding to engine performance. This iteration of the BRZ employs a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine doling 205 horsepower. Variety is always a good thing. In this instance, you can choose between a six-speed manual transmission (which comes highly recommended by reviewers) and a six-speed automatic for those who would like a bit more convenience.
You will not be disappointed with the automatic transmission because it does well with its steering-wheel paddle shifters, downshift rev matching, and sport mode features. Then, of course, there is the issue of fuel economy. The 2017 Subaru BRZ enjoys as much as 33 mpg on the highway—a true testament to the efficiency of having a small engine and impressively light construction.
Creature Comforts
While engine performance tends to be the biggest priority in sports cars, this should not mean that other elements, such as cabin comfort and safety, are not as important. Of course, if the interior of the car isn’t ergonomic and intuitive enough, it’s definitely going to put a damper on user experience.
Fortunately, Subaru takes these elements as seriously as any others. You will find a spacious cabin interior for maximum comfort, generous legroom for the tallest of drivers, and a snug fit in the driver's seat, regardless of your size. Meanwhile the seats at the back can be adjusted and folded forward, giving you extra space in the trunk for any additional gear or baggage you may need to haul.
To assist you on the road, a 6.2-inch touchscreen opens access to HD Radio, satellite radio, Bluetooth audio streaming, CD player, a USB port, aux-in port, and of course, iTunes connectivity.
If you want to pair up your unit with smartphone apps, such as Stitcher, Pandora, and Aha, you can also do so. Air conditioning, cruise, and power features, such as in steering and wheels, are all standard.
For those who want more, two upgraded trim levels are available: The 2017 BRZ Limited offers such amenities as heated seats and the Performance package offers wider wheels with a distinct trim, as well as improved suspension tune among other attributes.
It would be best if you visit Subaru dealerships serving Pascagoula, MS, such as Baldwin Subaru, to gain a closer look at this highly anticipated sports car.
Sources:
2017 Subaru BRZ - First Drive Review. CarAndDriver.
2017 Subaru BRZ Review. The Car Connection.
