Verdict
These are radically different answers to Malaysian motoring. At RM249,245, the rear-wheel-drive BRZ brings 234 hp, 250 Nm and a claimed 0-100 km/h time of 6.3 seconds, but its 2+2 coupe layout has two doors and four seats. The RM95,000 Veloz costs RM154,245 less, seats seven through five doors and adds Toyota Safety Sense pre-collision braking plus adaptive cruise control. Pick the BRZ for a manual sports car; the Veloz is the far more practical family carrier, with lower RM120 annual road tax against RM767.
Pick the Subaru BRZ if you want 234 hp, rear-wheel drive and a six-speed manual ahead of seven-seat practicality.
Pick the Toyota Veloz if you need seven seats, five doors and active safety assistance for RM154,245 less.
Key differences
- Price: Subaru BRZ RM249,245; Toyota Veloz RM95,000.
- Power and torque: Subaru BRZ 234 hp and 250 Nm; Toyota Veloz 105 hp and 138 Nm.
- Driveline and gearbox: Subaru BRZ rear-wheel drive with six-speed manual; Toyota Veloz front-wheel drive with D-CVT automatic.
- Seating and doors: Subaru BRZ four seats and two doors; Toyota Veloz seven seats and five doors.
- Dimensions: Subaru BRZ is 4,265 mm long and 1,310 mm tall; Toyota Veloz is 4,475 mm long and 1,700 mm tall.
- Road tax: Subaru BRZ RM767 per year; Toyota Veloz RM120 per year.
BRZ
- 234 hp, 250 Nm and a claimed 6.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Rear-wheel drive, six-speed manual and double-wishbone rear suspension.
- Dual-zone climate control and an eight-speaker 8.0-inch infotainment system.
- RM154,245 more expensive than the Veloz.
- Only four seats and two doors versus seven seats and five doors.
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist listed.
Veloz
- Seven seats, five doors and rear air-con vents.
- Toyota Safety Sense pre-collision braking with pedestrian detection and adaptive cruise control with stop and go.
- RM120 annual road tax and a full-size 17-inch alloy spare wheel.
- 105 hp and 138 Nm trail the BRZ's 234 hp and 250 Nm by a wide margin.
- Front-wheel drive D-CVT cannot match the BRZ's rear-wheel-drive six-speed manual layout.
- Torsion-beam rear suspension and solid rear brakes versus the BRZ's double wishbones and ventilated rear discs.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 249,245 | RM 95,000✓ |
| Body type | Coupe | MPV |
| Segment | Sports Car | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Direct and Port Injection, Variable Valve Timing | 2NR-VE, 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,387 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 234 hp✓ | 105 hp |
| Torque | 250 Nm✓ | 138 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Boxer | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 94 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 12.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | D-CVT with Power Mode |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.3 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 226 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,265 mm | 4,475 mm |
| Width | 1,775 mm | 1,750 mm |
| Height | 1,310 mm | 1,700 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,575 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,289 kg | 1,185 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 43 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 226 litres✓ | 137 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/40R18 | 205/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/40R18 | 205/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Higher suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side and Front Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats | Front and Second Row Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector with Matrix Adaptive Driving Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Sliding and Recline, Armrest, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Adjustable Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB for Second Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8" Touchscreen with Bluetooth, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 8 Speakers | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Auto Brake Hold |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 767 | RM 120✓ |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
BRZ vs Veloz FAQ
Is the Subaru BRZ or Toyota Veloz better?
The Veloz is better for family use: it has seven seats, five doors, pre-collision braking and adaptive cruise control. The BRZ is better only when a 234-hp rear-wheel-drive manual coupe is the priority.
What is the price difference?
The Subaru BRZ costs RM249,245 and the Toyota Veloz costs RM95,000, so the difference is RM154,245. The BRZ also carries RM767 annual road tax, compared with RM120 for the Veloz.
Which has more space for passengers?
The Toyota Veloz has seven seats, five doors, a 2,750-mm wheelbase and 1,700-mm height. The Subaru BRZ has four seats, two doors, a 2,575-mm wheelbase and is 1,310 mm tall.