2014 Subaru BRZ problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2014 Subaru BRZ get?

The 2014 Subaru BRZ has U.S. EPA estimates of 24–28 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Q: How much is a 2014 Subaru BRZ worth?

Comparable 2014 Subaru BRZ listings run roughly $17,500–$23,700, typically around $20,766 (from 16 vehicles).

2014 Subaru BRZ at a glance

Owner complaints6

Overall safety5 / 5 ★

Combined24–28 mpg

Typical price$20,766

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2014 Subaru BRZ common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Fuel System

Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.

Gasoline

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2014 Subaru BRZ safety ratings

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash★★★★★

Side crash★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2014 Subaru BRZ 2 DR RWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2014 Subaru BRZ MPG & running costs

Combined24–28 mpg

City23 mpg

Highway31 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,175

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2014 Subaru BRZ worth?

Low

$17,500

Typical price

$20,766

High

$23,700

From 16 comparable 2014 Subaru BRZ listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2014 Subaru BRZ costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,875

Fuel only$15,875

Per mile$0.21

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.