Used Subaru BRZ for Sale nearLexington, KY

How much does the Subaru BRZ cost in today's market?

Used Subaru BRZ prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Subaru BRZ's current nationwide average price is $27,664, and over the past year that nationwide average price reached a low of $22,316. Recently, prices have eased on the 2024 models, while other recent model years have held firm or risen.

Is the Subaru BRZ a good car?

Yes — the Subaru BRZ is a strong pick if you want a lightweight sports coupe that puts driving feel first. The all-generations owner rating is 4.59/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the BRZ for its agile handling, responsive steering, and fun-to-drive character. Reviewers also repeatedly highlight its stylish design and strong value, especially for shoppers who want an engaging sports car without moving into a much pricier segment.

Expert reviews rate the 2015 and 2022 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs that come up most often are a cramped back seat, limited power, and some older tech on earlier years. Even so, the BRZ’s balance, chassis feel, and enthusiast-friendly personality make it appealing if you care more about driving enjoyment than everyday practicality.

34.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Subaru BRZ models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the BRZ as fun, engaging, and confidence-inspiring to drive, with especially strong praise for its handling and steering feel. Expert commentary also points to a well-balanced chassis and a straightforward sports-car formula that helps the car stay appealing over time.

• Owners rate the Subaru BRZ between 4.0 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For long-term ownership, the BRZ’s compact sports-car layout means you should pay close attention to maintenance history and how the car was driven before you buy.

What should I look for when buying a used Subaru BRZ?

Across all model years, at 72.1% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: EyeSight driver-assist tech on automatic-transmission models, with adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-sway warning, lead vehicle start alert, and automatic high beams; Limited models add blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keep assist, steering responsive headlights, and reverse automatic braking on automatic-transmission Limited models.
• Infotainment: A standard 8-inch touchscreen and digital gauge cluster with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth connectivity, and SiriusXM satellite radio.
• Fuel efficiency: EPA fuel-economy ratings for the 2022 Subaru BRZ are 25 mpg combined (21 mpg city, 30 mpg highway) with the automatic transmission and 22 mpg combined (20 mpg city, 27 mpg highway) with the manual transmission.

Which Subaru BRZ trim should I buy?

The 2022 Subaru BRZ offers these trims:

• Premium: The base Premium trim starts at $28,955 with the manual transmission and gives you the BRZ’s core rear-drive sports-car setup, plus 17-inch wheels with Michelin Primacy tires and standard leather upholstery. It’s the best-value trim if you want the BRZ experience at the lowest entry price.
• Limited: The Limited trim starts at $31,455 with the manual transmission and adds 18-inch wheels with Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tires, Ultrasuede with red accent stitching, dual-mode heaters, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keep assist, steering responsive headlights, and reverse automatic braking on automatic-transmission models.

What Subaru BRZ do most buyers choose?

The Subaru BRZ years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2025.

Higher-volume years usually give you more shopping choice, which can make it easier to compare prices, trims, and condition. They also tend to be the years most shoppers cross-shop first because there are more listings to choose from.

What is the Subaru BRZ's resale value?

The BRZ’s recent price movement is mixed, with some years easing and others edging upward. That gives used buyers a few different entry points depending on whether they want the newest cars, the best value, or a model year that has stayed close to flat.

The 2023 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2022, 2023, and 2017 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Subaru BRZ safe?

• 2022: 7/10
• 2015: 7/10

EyeSight driver-assist tech is standard on automatic-transmission 2022 BRZ models, and the Limited trim adds blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keep assist, steering responsive headlights, and reverse automatic braking on automatic-transmission Limited models.

For the safest used buy, the 2015 and 2022 models both post the highest confirmed score of 7/10.

Should I buy a used Subaru BRZ now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2024 model is at −5.58% versus a year ago, and the 2017 model is at −4.01%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 35.7% good and great deals, and the 2017 model has 32.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $29,080. The Subaru BRZ offers sharp handling and a playful rear-drive character that make it especially rewarding if you value driver involvement.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 2022 BRZ uses a Subaru boxer-four engine with Toyota’s D-4S fuel-injection system, makes 228 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque, and returns 25 mpg combined (21 mpg city, 30 mpg highway) with the automatic transmission or 22 mpg combined (20 mpg city, 27 mpg highway) with the manual transmission.
• Tech: The 2022 BRZ adds a standard 8-inch touchscreen and digital gauge cluster with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth connectivity, and SiriusXM satellite radio.
• Safety: The 2022 BRZ adds EyeSight driver-assist tech on automatic-transmission models, along with adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-sway warning, lead vehicle start alert, and automatic high beams.
• Starting price: The 2022 Subaru BRZ starts at $28,955 for the base Premium trim level with the manual transmission.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 29, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.