Subaru BRZ vs Honda CR-V vs Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Overview

Specification Subaru BRZ Honda CR-V Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Brand Subaru Honda Chevrolet
Model BRZ CR-V Silverado 1500
Year 2026 2026 2026
Type Suv
Body Style Coupe Compact Crossover SUV Full-Size Pickup Truck

Pricing

Specification Subaru BRZ Honda CR-V Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Current Price $35,860 $37,899 – $38,650 $53,599 – $54,800
MSRP $35,860 $38,650 $54,800
Dealer Price $35,000 $37,299 $52,499

Engine & Performance

Specification Subaru BRZ Honda CR-V Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Engine 2.4-liter Naturally Aspirated 4-cylinder SUBARU BOXER 1.5L Turbo Inline-4 5.3L EcoTec3 V8
Horsepower 228 hp @ 7000 RPM 190 hp 355 hp
Torque 184 lb-ft @ 3700 RPM 179 lb-ft 383 lb-ft
0–60 mph Approx. 5.9 seconds (0-60 mph) Approx. 8.0 sec (0-60 mph) Approx. 6.1 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 140 mph Approx. 116 mph Approx. 112 mph

Fuel Economy

Specification Subaru BRZ Honda CR-V Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Fuel Type Premium Unleaded (required) Gasoline Gasoline
Mileage / MPG 20 mpg city / 27 mpg highway (Manual) / 30 mpg highway (Automatic) 29 MPG combined 18 MPG combined (EPA est., configuration dependent)
Range (EV) N/A N/A N/A
Emissions Low emission vehicle standards Meets applicable U.S. federal and state standards Meets applicable U.S. federal and state standards
Battery Standard 12V automotive battery N/A N/A
Charging N/A N/A N/A

Ratings

Specification Subaru BRZ Honda CR-V Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Expert Rating 4.8/10 4.7/10 4.5/10
Community Reviews 0 1340 870
Performance Score 9.2 8.2 8.8
Comfort Score 7.5 9.2 8.6
Safety Score 8.8 9.4 8.9
Fuel Economy Score 8.0 9.0 7.9
Technology Score 8.5 8.8 9.0
Value Score 9.5 9.0 8.7

Verdict

Specification Subaru BRZ Honda CR-V Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Pros Engaging handling and low center of gravity; Standard TORSEN limited-slip differential; Crisp 6-speed manual transmissio... Spacious and practical cabin design; Strong standard and available safety tech; Comfortable ride and quiet interior; Com... Strong maximum towing capability; Broad engine and trim lineup; Useful trailer and bed technologies; Large infotainment...
Cons Cramped rear seats primarily suited for luggage; Firm ride quality can feel stiff on rough roads; Engine lacks low-end t... Acceleration is adequate rather than sporty; Higher trims increase total cost quickly; No dedicated performance-oriented... Ride quality can feel firm on rough surfaces; Fuel economy is average for the segment; Some advanced features locked to...