Verdict
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT is in another performance league: its 577 hp, 800 Nm twin-turbo V8 and all-wheel drive cut 0-100 km/h to 3.2 seconds, against the BRZ’s 234 hp, 250 Nm rear-drive manual combination and 6.3 seconds. It also carries two people rather than four, despite its 351-litre boot. For Malaysian buyers, the BRZ’s RM249,245 entry price and RM767 annual road tax make it the far more accessible sports coupe; the AMG GT costs RM1,882,888 and RM6,549 a year to tax.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT if 577 hp, 800 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 3.2-second 0-100 km/h time matter more than its RM1,882,888 price.
Pick the Subaru BRZ if you want a six-speed manual, rear-wheel drive, four seats and far lower purchase and annual road-tax costs.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz AMG GT RM1,882,888; Subaru BRZ RM249,245.
- Power and torque: Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 577 hp and 800 Nm; Subaru BRZ 234 hp and 250 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h and top speed: Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 3.2 seconds and 315 km/h; Subaru BRZ 6.3 seconds and 226 km/h.
- Driveline and transmission: Mercedes-Benz AMG GT all-wheel drive with nine-speed dual-clutch automatic; Subaru BRZ rear-wheel drive with six-speed manual.
- Seating and boot space: Mercedes-Benz AMG GT two seats and 351 litres; Subaru BRZ four seats and 226 litres.
- Annual road tax: Mercedes-Benz AMG GT RM6,549; Subaru BRZ RM767.
AMG GT
- 577 hp and 800 Nm twin-turbo V8
- 3.2-second 0-100 km/h with all-wheel drive
- Autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and 360-degree camera
- RM1,633,643 more expensive to buy
- RM5,782 higher annual road tax
- Only two seats versus the BRZ’s four
BRZ
- Six-speed manual and rear-wheel drive
- Four seats with 60:40 split-folding rear backrest
- Five-year, 100,000 km warranty
- 234 hp and 250 Nm trail the AMG GT’s 577 hp and 800 Nm
- 6.3-second 0-100 km/h is 3.1 seconds slower
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM1,882,888 | RM249,245✓ |
| Body type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Segment | Sports Car | Sports Car |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM6,549 | RM767✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 32-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, twin-turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Direct and Port Injection, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 3,982 cc | 2,387 cc |
| Horsepower | 577 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 234 hp at 7,000 rpm |
| Torque | 800 Nm at 2,500 rpm✓ | 250 Nm at 3,700 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V 8 | Boxer 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 94 mm × 86 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 12.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Manual |
| Transmission Name | AMG Speedshift TCT 9G-Tronic | — |
| Gears | 9 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Daimler | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.2 seconds✓ | 6.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 315 km/h✓ | 226 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,728 mm | 4,265 mm |
| Width | 1,984 mm | 1,775 mm |
| Height | 1,354 mm | 1,310 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,575 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,289 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 50 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 2 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 351 litres✓ | 226 litres |
| Front Tyre | 295/30R21 | 215/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 305/30R21 | 215/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental SportContact 7 | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 21" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" AMG Multi-spoke Light-alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AMG Active Ride Control with Active Anti-roll Stabilisation, Locking Rear Diff and Rear-axle Steering. | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Dual Front 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 on Front Passenger and Outer Two Rear Seat | Available for Two Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Light Matrix LEDs | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | AMG Performance Powered Front Seats with Memory | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Fixed | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Fixed Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 17-Speaker Burmester Sound System | 8" Touchscreen with Bluetooth, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 8 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 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.
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AMG GT vs BRZ FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT or Subaru BRZ better?
The AMG GT is better for outright pace, with 577 hp, 800 Nm and a 3.2-second 0-100 km/h time. The BRZ is the sensible choice for a manual rear-drive coupe with four seats and much lower ownership costs.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT costs RM1,633,643 more than the Subaru BRZ. Its annual road tax is also RM5,782 higher.
Which has more practical cabin space?
The Subaru BRZ has four seats and a 60:40 split-folding rear backrest, while the AMG GT has two fixed rear seats. The AMG GT has the larger boot, however, at 351 litres versus 226 litres.
