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2019 Subaru BRZ: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2019 Subaru BRZ is the new Series.Gray, a 250-unit special edition with Brembo brakes and SACHS dampers. Otherwise, this is a light-update year with no redesign or major mechanical changes.
About the 2019 Subaru BRZ
1st generation BRZ (2013-2020), late-cycle year after the 2017 update and before the all-new 2022 second generation.
Subaru positions the BRZ as a classic rear-wheel-drive sports coupe for drivers who care more about balance, steering feel, and a low seating position than straight-line speed. The selling points are its light weight, low center of gravity from the boxer engine, quick responses, and a driver-first cockpit. Versus many rivals, it stands out by pairing sharp handling with everyday basics like a usable trunk opening, folding rear seatback, and straightforward tech.
The Premium is the simple, manual-only BRZ, with a 205-hp engine, sport-tuned suspension, and a limited-slip differential. The Limited adds heated Alcantara-and-leather seats, dual-zone climate control, keyless start, and a 7-inch navigation touchscreen, while the manual-only Series.Gray adds factory-installed performance brakes and dampers.
What changed, by category
Trim lineup
The 250-unit Series.Gray joined the lineup, while the 2018 tS was dropped. Based on the manual Limited with the Performance Package, the Series.Gray has Brembo brakes, SACHS dampers, and unique trim details.
Tech
Dual USB ports became standard across the lineup. The Limited’s 7-inch navigation system also gained over-the-air updates through Wi-Fi.
2019 Subaru BRZ specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Manual, 6-Spd | Manual, 6-Spd | Manual, 6-Spd |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | 21 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 29 mpg | 29 mpg | 29 mpg |
| Horsepower | 205 hp | 205 hp | 205 hp |
| Torque | 156 lb-ft | 156 lb-ft | 156 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 6.9 cu-ft | 6.9 cu-ft | 6.9 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 29.9 in | 29.9 in | 29.9 in |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2019 Subaru BRZ?
The biggest change is the Series.Gray special edition. Subaru built 250 examples with a six-speed manual, Brembo brakes, SACHS dampers, and unique trim details.
How is the 2019 Subaru BRZ different from the 2018 model?
The 2019 BRZ adds the Series.Gray and drops the tS. It also gains standard dual USB ports across the lineup, while the Limited’s navigation system adds over-the-air updates through Wi-Fi.
Is the 2019 Subaru BRZ Series.Gray a separate performance model?
The Series.Gray is a limited-run enthusiast trim based on the six-speed-manual Limited with the Performance Package. Its main performance upgrades are Brembo brakes and SACHS dampers rather than a more powerful engine.
Did the 2019 Subaru BRZ get a new engine or redesign?
No, the 2019 BRZ did not receive a new engine, a redesign, or another major mechanical update. It remained part of the first generation and kept the prior year’s basic rear-wheel-drive sports-car layout.
What technology changed on the 2019 Subaru BRZ?
Every 2019 BRZ gained dual USB ports in the dashboard. The Limited’s 7-inch navigation touchscreen also gained over-the-air update capability through Wi-Fi.
2019 Subaru BRZ Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2019 Subaru BRZ.
4.5
2019 Subaru BRZ
(38 reviews)
“No sliding visors No adaptive Cruise control No driver assist No backup beeping Can manually shift if needed.”