2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs 2025 Subaru BRZ

$43,995 · Sedan

$33,210 · Coupe

Comparison Overview

Deciding between the sophisticated 2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia and the sporty 2025 Subaru BRZ boils down to priorities: premium daily comfort or raw, focused driving fun on a tighter budget. The Giulia, priced at $43,995, offers significantly more muscle with 280 hp compared to the BRZ’s 228 hp, making freeway merging effortless. However, that performance comes with a trade-off, as the Giulia averages 27 MPG combined, slightly bettering the BRZ’s 22 MPG combined, despite requiring premium fuel for both. Dimensionally, the Giulia is noticeably larger at 182.5 inches long, giving it a more substantial road presence than the compact 167.9-inch BRZ. While the Giulia demands $10,785 more upfront, it delivers a higher-output engine and a more conventional four-door sedan layout for a broader appeal across different driving needs.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia

The Giulia offers better fuel economy at 27 combined MPG and a more comfortable four-door sedan profile for daily driving ease.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia

As a sedan with a standard back seat, the Giulia is inherently more practical for carrying passengers than the two-seat-only BRZ coupe.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Subaru BRZ

The BRZ's commitment to a standard 6-speed manual transmission and lighter, smaller dimensions (51.6 inches high) appeals more to purist driving engagement.

💰 Best Value

2025 Subaru BRZ

The BRZ starts $10,785 less than the Giulia while still delivering a fun RWD experience with 228 hp.

Choose the Alfa Romeo Giulia if...

You need four doors and superior passenger comfort for regular use.
You prefer the relaxed assurance of an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission.
You value the higher 280 hp output for effortless highway passing power.

Choose the Subaru BRZ if...

Your budget strictly limits you under $34,000 MSRP.
You specifically want an engaging 6-speed manual transmission experience.
You need the smallest footprint, measuring only 167.9 inches in length.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Alfa Romeo Giulia	Subaru BRZ
Length	182.5"	167.9"
Width	73.7"	69.9"
Height	56.5"	51.6"
Wheelbase	111.0"	101.4"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Subaru
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	—
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	—
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	—
Driver Attention Alert	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	—
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Headlight Washers	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	—
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Subaru
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.4 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	flat 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	280 hp @ 5200 rpm	228 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque	306 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm	184 lb-ft @ 3700 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Single overhead cam (SOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Subaru
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed manual
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Rear Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Subaru
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	24/33 MPG	20/27 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	27 MPG	22 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	367.2/504.9 mi.	264.0/356.4 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	15.3 gal.	13.2 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Subaru
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	—
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	—
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	—
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Simulated Alloy Trim on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	—
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	—
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	—
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Front Seatback Storage	—	✓
Driver Vanity Mirror	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Subaru
Infotainment Display	8.8 in	8.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	8	6
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	6 months	—
Satellite Radio Trial Length	—	4 months

Power Feature

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Subaru
One-Touch Power Windows	4	2
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Subaru
Front Head Room	38.6 in.	37.0 in.
Front Leg Room	42.4 in.	41.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room	56.1 in.	53.6 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	6-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	—
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Hip Room	—	52.4 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	4-way

Rearseats

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Subaru
Rear Head Room	37.6 in.	33.5 in.
Rear Leg Room	35.1 in.	29.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	53.6 in.	51.7 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Rear Hip Room	—	45.2 in.
Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Subaru
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 8.0 in	17 x 7.5 in
Tire Size	225/45R18	215/45R
Run Flat Tires	✓	—
Tire Type	—	Performance

Suspension

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Subaru
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	—	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	—	✓

Warranty

Feature	Alfa Romeo	Subaru
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia and 2025 Subaru BRZ.

Is the Subaru BRZ practical for carrying cargo?

The 2025 Subaru BRZ is very limited in utility, offering only 6.3 cubic feet of cargo space, making it unsuitable for large grocery runs or significant luggage. The Giulia, being a sedan, will offer substantially more usable trunk space for comparison.

Since both require premium fuel, which car costs less to run daily?

The 2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia offers better overall efficiency, achieving 27 combined MPG compared to the BRZ's 22 combined MPG. Over the course of a year, the Giulia should consume less of that expensive premium fuel.

How significant is the power difference between these two RWD cars?

There is a substantial 52 horsepower gap, with the Giulia producing 280 hp versus the BRZ's 228 hp. This means the Giulia has a clear advantage in straight-line acceleration and overall torque delivery (306 lb-ft vs. 184 lb-ft).

Which car is better for navigating tight city streets?

The 2025 Subaru BRZ is likely better suited for tight city maneuvers due to its smaller dimensions, being 14.6 inches shorter in length and 3.8 inches narrower than the Giulia. Its lower height also aids in fitting into smaller parking structures.

Does the price difference justify the extra features on the Giulia?

The $10,785 difference buys you a larger, more powerful, more efficient, and four-door sedan compared to the two-door, lower-output BRZ coupe. Whether it's justified depends entirely on needing those extra daily comforts.

Are there any major transmission differences affecting the driving feel?

Yes, the Giulia comes standard with an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission, offering smooth, quick shifts for comfort. Conversely, the BRZ features a more engaging 6-speed manual transmission, favored by drivers seeking maximum driver involvement.