2020 Subaru BRZ (Automatic) MPG & Specs

Quick answer

The 2020 Subaru BRZ gets an EPA-estimated 24/33 MPG (city/highway) and 27 MPG combined, with an estimated $2,800/year fuel cost and 322 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 2 L 4-cyl.

The 2020 Subaru BRZ with the 2-liter 4-cylinder premium gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 24 MPG in the city and 33 MPG on the highway, for a combined 27 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.

Key EPA specifications
Engine2 L 4-cyl
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
Fuel typePremium Gasoline
Vehicle classMinicompact Cars
MPG — city24
MPG — highway33
MPG — combined27
Annual fuel cost*$2,800
CO₂ tailpipe322 g/mi
EPA GHG score6/10
*Estimated annual fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles/year at recent average fuel prices (EPA). Figures are official EPA estimates; real-world mileage varies.

How efficient is it?

With a combined 27 MPG, the 2020 Subaru BRZ sits in the good range for fuel economy. That is about 23% better than the typical Minicompact Cars of its era (22 MPG class average), making it one of the more efficient choices in its class.

Fuel economy and running costs

At about $2,800 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2020 Subaru BRZ. Over five years that is roughly $14,000 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.

Emissions

The 2020 Subaru BRZ emits approximately 322 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe, earning an EPA greenhouse-gas score of 6 out of 10. Lower emissions generally track higher fuel economy.

How to read these numbers

EPA figures come from standardized laboratory test cycles and are the same estimates shown on the vehicle's window sticker. Your real-world mileage depends on driving style, conditions, fuel grade, and maintenance. Use combined MPG and annual fuel cost to compare vehicles fairly.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2020 Subaru BRZ?
The 2020 Subaru BRZ gets an EPA-estimated 24 MPG city, 33 MPG highway, and 27 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2020 Subaru BRZ per year?
The EPA estimates about $2,800 per year in fuel for the 2020 Subaru BRZ, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year at recent average fuel prices.
What engine and transmission does the 2020 Subaru BRZ have?
This 2020 Subaru BRZ configuration uses a 2-liter 4-cylinder engine with Automatic (S6) transmission and Rear-Wheel Drive.