Subaru unveiled the 2019 BRZ in Japan earlier this week and now the company is following up by introducing the US-spec model. Costing US$ 200 more than last year’s model, the entry-level BRZ Premium starts at US$ 25,795 and largely carries over. The coupe has been equipped with dual USB ports and a “rear wheel opening arch fin to enhance aerodynamic stability.”

Since the changes are minor, the BRZ Premium continues to have LED headlights and 17-inch aluminum wheels. Inside, the car comes equipped with a leather-wrapped steering wheel, an eight-speaker audio system and 6.2-inch Starlink infotainment system.


The mid-level BRZ Limited starts at US$ 28,645 and the model now comes equipped with an updated 7.0-inch infotainment system which offers over-the-air updates via Wi-Fi. The infotainment system also has a couple of new features including a “Sports Flash” which provides updates about your favorite teams.  There’s also a “Tune Mix” function which “mixes songs from music channels stored as presets.”

Carryover items include a dual-zone automatic climate control system, a push-button ignition and Alcantara front seats with leather bolsters. Other highlights include LED fog lights, a security system and a 4.2-inch color display in the instrument cluster which shows performance-related information.


The big news for 2019 is the addition of the BRZ Series.Gray special edition. Based on the BRZ Limited, the model has a Cool Gray Khaki exterior with Crystal Black Silica mirrors and 17-inch alloy wheels with a black finish. Interior changes are modest, but include a frameless rearview mirror and Grand Luxe accents with red contrast stitching.

While the changes are small, the model comes standard with the Performance Package which is a US$ 1,195 option on the BRZ Limited. It includes a Brembo braking system, SACHS shock absorbers and the aforementioned wheels.


The BRZ Series.Gray starts at US$ 30,140 and production will be limited to 250 units. Unsurprisingly, the car’s 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine carries over and continues to produce up to 205 hp and 211 Nm of torque. It can be connected to either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission.