Does the 2026 Subaru BRZ need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$288extra a year
- Premium listed for the Limited RWD.
- All 7 trims list premium.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 90% of 29 coupes (2026) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Limited Manual RWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Premium | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| Limited RWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| Limited Auto RWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| tS Manual RWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Premium | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| tS RWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Premium | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| Series.Yellow Manual RWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Premium | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| Series.Yellow RWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Premium | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Subaru BRZ | Limited RWD | Premium |
| 2026 Ford Mustang | EcoBoost Fastback RWD | Premium |
| 2026 BMW 2 Series | 228 Gran Coupe FWD | Premium |
| 2026 Toyota GR86 | RWD | Premium |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree