A purist’s sports car in a crossover world
The Subaru BRZ has always been a bit of an outlier. In an era dominated by all-wheel-drive crossovers and high-horsepower muscle cars, the BRZ doubles down on simplicity: rear-wheel drive, a manual transmission, and a lightweight chassis built for handling, not straight-line bragging rights.
Now in its second generation, the BRZ continues to appeal to drivers who care more about cornering precision and driving feel than raw numbers. It doesn’t try to be everything to everyone, and that’s exactly why people love it. If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a small, rear-drive sports car, Subaru just made it a lot easier to get behind the wheel.
2025 Subaru BRZ lease deal for May
Subaru is currently offering a lease deal on the 2025 BRZ Premium, making it one of the most accessible sports cars on the market. With relatively low upfront costs and monthly payments that won’t crush your budget, this lease is a standout.
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The deal, available through June 2, 2025, costs $419 a month on a 36-month lease. With $1,419 due at signing, that comes out to an average of $458 a month. Taxes and fees are extra, and availability may vary by region, but it appears that Subaru offers the same lease deal in major markets across the country.
The specs enthusiasts care about
Powering the BRZ is a naturally aspirated 2.4-liter flat-four engine making 228 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. That may not sound like much in today’s era of turbocharged everything, but the BRZ’s strength lies in its balance. Weighing under 2,900 pounds and featuring a low center of gravity, the BRZ carves corners with the confidence of a much more expensive car.
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You can choose between a 6-speed manual — the enthusiast favorite — or a 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters. Either way, power is sent exclusively to the rear wheels via a Torsen limited-slip differential, giving the car a playful, rear-biased handling character that’s rare at this price point.
Features and interior tech
The Premium trim, which Subaru is offering as part of the lease deal, comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, and a digital gauge cluster. Inside, you’ll find sport seats, dual-zone climate control, and an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
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While the interior is on the simpler side, that’s part of the BRZ’s appeal. It’s a driver-first layout, with well-placed controls and clear visibility — nothing unnecessary, nothing flashy, just everything you need to enjoy the road ahead.
Final thoughts
Subaru’s latest BRZ lease deal gives buyers an affordable route to one of the last true analog sports cars on the market. The combination of lightweight, rear-wheel drive, and a naturally aspirated engine is increasingly rare, and for driving enthusiasts, that makes the BRZ a gem. If you’ve been waiting for the right time to try something fun and rear-drive, this might just be your moment.
About the author
Elijah Nicholson-Messmer
Contributing Writer, Autoblog