Verdict
The D8 costs RM16,376 more, but its 2,387 cc boxer four delivers 234 hp and 250 Nm against the C6’s 197 hp and 205 Nm. That cuts the 0-100 km/h time from 8.2 to 6.3 seconds, while peak torque arrives 2,700 rpm earlier at 3,700 rpm. It also brings a six-speed manual, 18-inch Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tyres, blind spot information and a reverse camera. The C6 remains the lower-entry automatic choice, and its RM379 annual road tax is RM388 below the D8’s RM767.
Pick the C6 if you want the lower purchase price, lower RM379 road tax and a six-speed automatic with paddle shifts.
Pick the D8 if you want the 234 hp manual car, substantially quicker acceleration and more current safety and infotainment equipment.
Key differences
- Price: C6 RM232,869; D8 RM249,245.
- Engine output: C6 197 hp and 205 Nm from 1,998 cc; D8 234 hp and 250 Nm from 2,387 cc.
- 0-100 km/h: C6 8.2 seconds; D8 6.3 seconds.
- Transmission: C6 six-speed automatic; D8 six-speed manual.
- Annual road tax: C6 RM379; D8 RM767.
- Wheels and tyres: C6 17-inch alloys with 215/45R17 tyres; D8 18-inch alloys with 215/40R18 Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tyres.
ZC6
- RM16,376 cheaper to buy and RM388 cheaper in annual road tax.
- Six-speed automatic with Tiptronic and paddle shifts.
- Five-star ANCAP rating listed, with seven airbags and stability control.
- 197 hp and 205 Nm trail the D8’s 234 hp and 250 Nm, with an 8.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Lacks the D8’s blind spot information, rear cross traffic alert and reverse camera.
- Smaller 218-litre boot and 17-inch wheels versus 226 litres and 18 inches.
ZD8
- 234 hp, 250 Nm and a 6.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Six-speed manual, 18-inch alloys and Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tyres.
- Gets blind spot information, rear cross traffic alert, reverse camera and an eight-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
- Costs RM16,376 more and has RM767 annual road tax versus RM379.
- At 1,289 kg, it is 36 kg heavier than the 1,253 kg C6.
- Lacks the C6’s front and rear foglamps.
What the ZC6 has over the ZD8
What the ZD8 has over the ZC6
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM232,869✓ | RM249,245 |
| Body type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Segment | Sports Car | Sports Car |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379✓ | RM767 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM2,375/mo✓ | RM2,545/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM6,368✓ | RM6,827 |
| Fuel / year (est.) | RM2,826 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM14.13 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM47,862 | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with direct injection and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Direct and Port Injection, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 2,387 cc |
| Horsepower | 197 hp at 7,000 rpm | 234 hp at 7,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 205 Nm at 6,400 rpm | 250 Nm at 3,700 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Boxer 4 | Boxer 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 86 mm × 86 mm | 94 mm × 86 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 12.5 | 12.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed auto | — |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Aisin |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 seconds | 6.3 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7.1 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 226 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 164 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,240 mm | 4,265 mm |
| Width | 1,775 mm | 1,775 mm |
| Height | 1,425 mm | 1,310 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,570 mm | 2,575 mm |
| Weight | 1,253 kg | 1,289 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 218 litres | 226 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/45R17 | 215/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/45R17 | 215/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | — | 22 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | — | 20 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Front, side, curtain, driver's knee airbags) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side and Front Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 4 three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two rear passenger seats | Available for Two Rear Passenger Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | Front Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Xenon projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 6-way manual adjustment driver, 4-way manual adjustment front passenger, ventilated | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Single-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone automatic climate control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | Centre console, glove box | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | Two front | 2 Front |
| Audio | Radio with CD, USB, AUX, 6 speakers | 8" Touchscreen with Bluetooth, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 8 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Driver and front passenger auto up and down | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless push start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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ZC6 vs ZD8 FAQ
Is the Subaru BRZ ZC6 or Subaru BRZ ZD8 better?
The D8 is the stronger choice for performance and equipment: it has 234 hp, 250 Nm, a six-speed manual and a 6.3-second 0-100 km/h time. Choose the C6 instead if its automatic transmission and lower price matter more.
What is the price difference?
The D8 costs RM249,245, which is RM16,376 more than the C6 at RM232,869. Its annual road tax is also RM767, compared with RM379 for the C6.
How much quicker is the D8 than the C6?
The D8 reaches 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds, 1.9 seconds ahead of the C6’s 8.2 seconds. It also has 37 hp more power and 45 Nm more torque.