2022 Subaru BRZ | Family Review

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Thanks to my day job at Kelley Blue Book, I drive and review lots of cars. This new 2022 Subaru BRZ is one of them. The Subaru BRZ is a compact sporty coupe that competes with the Toyota GR86, Mazda Miata, and Mini Cooper. In this video, we drive the Subaru BRZ to review its positives and negatives from a family perspective.
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2022 Subaru BRZ
2.4L 4-cyl Horizontally-Opposed
228hp, 184 lb-ft
6sp Manual Transmission
20city/27hwy RWD
Base: $27,995
As-Tested: $30,495 Limited
Plus $960 destination
During our review of this 2022 Subaru BRZ, we tested a range of practical details including passenger space, cargo space, child seat accommodation, safety features, infotainment, handling, steering, performance, acceleration, price, and value. How did it go? Watch and see. #MicahDrives
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00:00 2022 Subaru BRZ Review
0:15 Information Explosion
0:41 Interior Review
2:57 Safety Features
3:35 Arm Rest Test
4:57 Exterior Review
5:51 Driving Impressions
8:50 Evie Drives
10:55 Emotion Factor
12:56 Infotainment Review
13:54 Which Subaru BRZ trim is best?
14:33 Subaru BRZ Competitors
15:55 Synopsis

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@anticalgary 2 жыл бұрын

the video all dads have been waiting for

@SexxLuthor Жыл бұрын

YESS

@mremersonz Жыл бұрын

Searching this to my wife.... From mexico

@Tousanx 2 жыл бұрын

It’s great to see you incorporate your family into these reviews because some of us do have families and I like to see how booster seats fit in these cars.

@MajorAddiction 2 жыл бұрын

So true. Gotta convince the lady it's a family car nahmean?? 😁

@MrShantzy 2 жыл бұрын

Yes I agree! I want to see how I can get the family involved in a nice car

@chrisx5127 Жыл бұрын

@@MajorAddiction Nahmean said that she is staying at her cousin place for a while.

@MARTINRIGGSS 10 ай бұрын

Wife: you can’t get a GR86. A seat won’t fit! Dads everywhere: *shows video*

@MAAtx 2 жыл бұрын

Yes a positive rate of climb is always appreciated. I like the look of the GR86 better tho. Impressive how well this thing can handle a car seat.

@danrodriguez8355 2 жыл бұрын

A love these reviews. They have so much chemistry. It’s a joy to watch.

@hereigoagain5050 2 жыл бұрын

Love Alien headbands should be mandatory on public roads :) They would fix road rage. Little Sweetie's C8 review was amazing! Love the BRZ. Good for Subaru for making the investment in a shrinking segment.

@kiwiasian 2 жыл бұрын

My daughter has been everywhere with me in one of these since she was 3. I could fit a mountain buggy in the boot too. She’s older now but still loves going driving together.

@alamos8 2 жыл бұрын

How old is she now? Can she go in the the rear at 7 or 8 years old? Below the codriver of course

@kiwiasian 2 жыл бұрын

@@alamos8 yep still do, except nowadays she either sits cross legged in the rear (if the front passenger seat is occupied), or sits up front next to me.

@Max-wd8ox 2 жыл бұрын

I am glad you started your own channel and including your family is awesome. I am looking to buy a GR86 and i have a kid as well. I think you pretty much answer my questions... Thank Muzio family

@John-vh1fk 2 жыл бұрын

I like seeing how the back seat can be functional for kids in a front facing search. I actually asked a few dealers near me about these this weekend and they are all spoken for and Subaru is not taking any more orders right now. I also called my local Toyota dealer and they said the wait list is a year right now.

@BRZ_Shift Жыл бұрын

I was able to order one 2 days ago ! try now!

@digby_dooright Жыл бұрын

I thought it was funny Micah tried to fit in the back seat. I can't see myself having one of these and some 6 foot guy sitting in the backseat. 😂

@Bmwstephen 2 жыл бұрын

Finally a good review that see is the car can "family" it. keep up the good work Micah!

@MicahMuzio 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Stephen!

@4wdiesels 2 жыл бұрын

Nice review. I owned a '13...I believe that was the 1st year. It did have some serious quality issues but it was a fun car and I loved it. I didn't have it too long but I long to own another one one day. Perhaps once this newer version gets a little more mature, I'll buy another one. Great cars, driver's cars.

@Car_Fanatic 2 жыл бұрын

Love your content man, hope you become a 2 million channel one day

@TheFK8Life 2 жыл бұрын

Great work and kudos for intergrating your family into your passion. Blessed man Subbed

@MicahMuzio 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words. Cheers!

@TheFK8Life 2 жыл бұрын

@@MicahMuzio Liked your previous work before but love the independent work your doing now. Congrats and I wish you great success. VTEC for life brother

@muzzaball 2 жыл бұрын

Awkwardly jabby - the best description I have heard in a car review! Fun and enjoyable honest review. Cheers.

@BoylenInk 2 жыл бұрын

I still use aux input and I really like that Subaru has kept putting it in their new cars.

@mikuelable 2 жыл бұрын

Love family review

@ydmf2 2 жыл бұрын

Aux jack crew represent ✊

@vidarsrt797 2 жыл бұрын

dang! thanks for doing this video content, I was planning to buy one and use it for daily drive and driving with my wife and a 5 yrs old son and 2 yrs old daughter with it....

@Sustainable_IN 2 жыл бұрын

What a amusing review! This is helpful for my family usability. Sibling, Gr86 is coming soon in South Korea.

@innnovative529 2 жыл бұрын

What an absolutely wonderful video! Subbed!

@MicahMuzio 2 жыл бұрын

We’re grateful to have you aboard. Cheers!

@jasonmok4110 2 жыл бұрын

Thumbs up for the family interaction.

@vision1707 2 жыл бұрын

I saw this car in person and I have to admit it does looks GREAT ! I have 2017 Toyota 86

@bryanzhangz336 2 жыл бұрын

WOW ， Realy nice video and lovely family!

@yannyyansen9743 Жыл бұрын

AUX in is a highly recommended way to play higher quality music. Awesome that this has one. Just waiting on mine to come in.

@deargodwhyme 2 жыл бұрын

5k more subs to that windowless white van! Can’t wait to see which model it is, and if it’s abduction friendly.

@ryanfrisby7389 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video y’all!

@MicahMuzio 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you kindly, Ryan!

@MichaelJanzen 2 жыл бұрын

So close to the windowless white van review... I'm so excited!

@MicahMuzio 2 жыл бұрын

I love that we have folks like you who have been along for the journey with us. Cheers!!

@jissanhuq3792 2 жыл бұрын

@@MicahMuzio i have been waiting as well! I hope you reveal what the next milestone will be in that video too.

@abrahammendoza3986 2 жыл бұрын

I gave this video A like because your daughter said the car felt like a spaceship. Super cute

@inclusivelove5165 2 жыл бұрын

I love this car so much

@MisakiLeasim 2 жыл бұрын

Looking forward when you guys review the new WRX!

@m3lowiesvlog715 2 жыл бұрын

Your daughter is so cute hahaha happy family!👍🏻

@Hexsyn 11 ай бұрын

As a micah who is also a dad, I am 100% here for this content

@lucasl.5084 2 жыл бұрын

Patreon gang got it early 😎 watching for the second time

@scottibass 2 жыл бұрын

Lol I'm not even subscribed and I'm watching it at the same time as you.

@lucasl.5084 2 жыл бұрын

@@scottibass he drops it on Fridays for patreon

@jimcabezola3051 2 жыл бұрын

Yes! I like an Aux input on a car radio. Bluetooth sounds like crap...along with the MP3 files it's meant to be used with.

@333KINGPIN33 2 жыл бұрын

More explosions please!

@samwolf8151 2 жыл бұрын

Great review. When will you do a Bronco update?

@colt2206 Жыл бұрын

The 2024 will have Eye Sight standard on manual. I am waiting on the 2024

@winwin1 2 жыл бұрын

I like the aux input, as Subaru’s USB media option will only play out of the driver’s side front speaker in all MY2020+ models I’ve tried.

@muzzaball 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Micah, I am over here from Mover's channel after seeing you ate Heli Ex. Cheers mate.

@kuladeeluxe 2 жыл бұрын

That little Kid (Your daughter) is a Great reviewer.Yes the Aux in is good for my SonyWalkman

@lojts 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent review! My car is arriving the dealership this week and I also have a daughter to fit in the back seats, may I ask what make and model is the one you used in the video please?

@avery4528 2 жыл бұрын

I'd love to see a family review of a 230i

@OldThomMerton 2 жыл бұрын

I alternate between the AUX-In and the CD player in my 2011 . . . and will miss them, as I am not a fancy phone or music player guy.

@Mark-ou8nu 2 жыл бұрын

An SD card reader for music is much nicer than a CD player or aux. Then I can just keep a ton of music in the car at all times, without connecting my phone and manually starting music.

@MicahMuzio 2 жыл бұрын

Whoa. I'd totally forgotten about SD card readers.

@Aaron-vn5fd 9 ай бұрын

Only thing I didn't like about this video is it did not convince my significant other that we should get one! lol otherwise I love you guys!

@tonyzhu403 2 жыл бұрын

I do, because the 2014 Nissan Murano does not have Bluetooth Audio Streaming, except on the Top Trim. And I have an Bluetooth adapter plugged into the Aux Port.

@SilverScarletSpider 2 жыл бұрын

Micah Drives a Subaru BRZ. Micah Buys a Toyota GR86. Micah Sells a Ford Bronco.

@timsgta Жыл бұрын

I would just fold down the rear seats all the time and install a custom interior matching carpeted plywood board to separate the trunk area. I'm used to having only two seats in sports cars anyways...

@jw3885 2 жыл бұрын

Yup. I use an aux in my Miata lol the sound is better quality than just Bluetooth I feel

@CapFlipGaming 2 жыл бұрын

Not sure if it's technically competition... it kind of is...? but I went with a 21 V6 Camaro. I couldn't wait 4 more months to get a BRZ... but I did want one.

@Jorge_Magallon 2 жыл бұрын

Temptingly close to be being passable for small family duty, but not quite. Great review!

@MicahMuzio 2 жыл бұрын

What a perfect encapsulation of the BRZ. Cheers!

@ScottKelley 2 жыл бұрын

I never use an AUX in. I never use a CD player either but my 2021 Crosstrek has them both haha.

@WpnX81 2 жыл бұрын

I feel like Subaru has a bunch of old Honda taillights in stock, because the back end of the BRZ reminds me of a '16 Honda Accord Coupe, and the WRX looks like a '12 Civic from behind. Can't unsee now.

@K03sport 2 жыл бұрын

...omg. It is a taillight styling trend. Many Japanese brands (toyota, nissan too) as well as other makes use the claw/c light design. Volvo uses the claw design too (they might have started it) . It emphasizes width and provides an elegant style. If you notice, light designs follow trends like other styling cues. And if it is successful for one brand, it quickly makes its way to other brands. It is not a Honda-only thing...even Honda emulates the hockey stick lights found on Volvo wagons and SUVs on their CR-V...

@kyle998cc 2 жыл бұрын

Micah’s wife and daughter is so cute. What a lucky dude.

@boost331 2 жыл бұрын

I picked up my 22BRZ about a month ago. I agree with everything in the review. I have owned manual cars exclusively for 20+ years and the BRZ os just tricky to be smooth with. I actually just ordered a replacement clutch spring that is supposed to make the pedal slightly heavier but add more feel. Hopefully it smooths it out. I have the loaded limited model. I like the interior, bigger wheels, better tires, steering responsive headlights and better sound system. Its well worth the cost of the upgrade.

@DFPFTW 2 жыл бұрын

Should I buy one at my dealer , white limited 6sp for 31k+5k mark up plus tax tag title….. idk

@boost331 2 жыл бұрын

@@DFPFTW Hell no. I paid MSRP. Limited 6mt after all taxes and fees I was out the door was $34,500

@DFPFTW 2 жыл бұрын

@@boost331 Jesus so I shouldn’t do any deal that’s not around your number ??!?

@boost331 2 жыл бұрын

@@DFPFTW I mean taxes and fees vary. But I would not pay a blatant markup. I had to shop for about a month to find my deal. But I saved about 3-5k.

@stms4411 2 жыл бұрын

@@DFPFTW I can’t even get one to test drive here in the philly area. The mark up will go away before long. This is simply the 2nd version, they’ll sell this for years

@AndrewBullard9170 2 жыл бұрын

The look of it will age well

@msimelelomambu 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Micah. Great video! How's the sound system on the BRZ?

@kimkimmers3530 2 жыл бұрын

Yes to the aux input. I just bought a new stereo head unit for my car and I insisted it had an aux input. Bluetooth is so unreliable. I've arrived at my destination many times before my phone synced with the car. Aux cable is infallible. Plus it's easy do have a passenger start playing stuff from their phone.

@AlexSchwartzATV 2 жыл бұрын

The subaru front end looks like the "😂" emoji to me

@ericmontizambert7763 7 ай бұрын

YES! Since you asked for a response, I do use an auxiliary input in my 2015 Fiat 500 Abarth. I've got my old school iPod plugged into it and it gives me a nice alternative to to AM/FM/Sirius. I also occasionally use my CD player in that car. My 2021 Kia Telluride has neither an auxiliary input nor a CD player. I mean, how difficult is it to add an auxiliary input!?

@MicahMuzio 7 ай бұрын

I knew it!! Thanks for sharing your experience. Cheers!

@robertlandry5676 2 жыл бұрын

Nice track throwbacks. No place for Gram & Gramps 🙀

@citibear57 2 жыл бұрын

The styling inside and out is well executed. A cute boy racer. However, Hamy is much cuter 💗 ✋😀

@ronaldcampbell17 2 жыл бұрын

I drive a 2000 ES 300 and I could only dream of having an AUX.

@l84biking 2 жыл бұрын

I was surprised the booster seat fit in the back! I am curious how the shifter in the manual Crosstrek compares to the BRZ or WRX. Yes, I know they are for different purposes, but it would be interesting since they come from Subaru. After watching your review, I can scratch this off my list of cars to get that would fit my growing boys. Your family's review is so applicable to all of us!

@chrisx5127 Жыл бұрын

Why is there no manual in Outback?

@davidanthony862 2 жыл бұрын

I still like having a cd player in my 07 Jeep

@some1indsm 2 жыл бұрын

Since we are close to the windowless white van review is there a specific van you are reviewing? Or will this be the first family comparison review? Express vs Transit vs ProMaster vs NV vs Sprinter? Transit Connect vs ProMaster City vs Metris?

@grisa12345 2 жыл бұрын

As a former 2013 FR-S owner, it seems Toyobaru improved everything that needed attention. Solid car. I owned an ND2 Miata as well and it just didn’t speak to me like the FR-S. I wonder if waiting for the Supra manual is worth the extra coin.

@fj60driver 2 жыл бұрын

I would say it is worth waiting if you only want a 2 door coupe and not a REAL Supra. When I drove one it felt more like a BMW and nothing like a Toyota

@stms4411 2 жыл бұрын

@@fj60driver - exactly. It’s simply a Toyota wrapper on a z4. I owned a 2013 brz and now own a 2017. Once I can drive one (and verify that they didn’t ruin anything while they were fixing things), I’ll likely buy one. Not really a fan of the Supra’s design and an automatic is a non starter for me

@333KINGPIN33 2 жыл бұрын

@@fj60driver what does a toyota drive like vs BMW?

@chrisx5127 Жыл бұрын

Miata is about a unique experience that you don't get with any other vehicle. It is a more personal car.

@grisa12345 Жыл бұрын

@@chrisx5127 I’ve now owned them all. FR-S, Supra A91 manual, ND2 Miata. The Supra was the best of them all by a significant margin. Engaging, fast, beautiful, and surprisingly rare. All were fun, but the Supra is definitely on a different level.

@ReaganThatcher 2 жыл бұрын

Armrests? “You can have it awkwardly jab you though. Is that helpful?” 🤣

@j.martin4476 Жыл бұрын

Are you not doing reviews with Kelly blue book anymore? Or is this just a side project? Sorry just bumped into this researching and was surprised to find you here lol

@bradcomis1066 2 жыл бұрын

LoL learning to drift in an S2k. That ain't easy.

@norbertlesko802 2 жыл бұрын

Nice review. How many years does the baby fit in the back?

@alamos8 Жыл бұрын

I myself (1.72 m) fit in the resr opposite seat of a 2017 GT86 with another 1.72 m guy in front of me (seat displaced, but no weird seating for the front guy, not touching knees on glovebox). The only thing, is that GR86 glovebox is sticking out way more than the GT86 one, with that strange design, and that may compromise how much you can displace the seat without knees touching, compared with the old car. Someone pointed out to this in another video...

@BPEKSupraInteractive Жыл бұрын

haha what's the point of hill assist if it releases before you engage the clutch? I mean sure it releases before the engagement, but what Michah describes seems to be way to early for it. Maybe I'm wrong!

@neeko.b 2 жыл бұрын

I actually do use aux in and a CD player regularly. My car is 8 and a half, but I’d still love to have both on a new car. Really like the BRZ and 86, so hopefully they’ll be in the mix whenever I replace my car. Thanks for a normal, non-track review!

@majorcalvary6515 2 жыл бұрын

Your daughter is bigger now. Awesome. Cute.

@komodoensis-rex 2 жыл бұрын

I use an aux all the time, and would like it in my new car

@MicahMuzio 2 жыл бұрын

I knew you were out there! Time to order your BRZ. :)

@K03sport 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome. To bad the rest of us are now deprived of this opportunity. Kudos to those who received theirs, but for those who haven't ordered or missed all new allocations, luck has run out... 🍀

@flohh 2 жыл бұрын

What do you mean? No more production?

@bearclaw5115 2 жыл бұрын

@@flohh They are only going to get more available as time goes on.

@93455Driver 2 жыл бұрын

I think the Toyota has a different rear suspension set up, indeed a carry over from the first gen. I like the higher trims because they get the better lights, but kind of prefer the base cloth seats. In AR, just seems to be no inventory of either the BRZ or GR86. My usual first question is RWD vs FWD, but if you are drive train neutral, then lots of competitors out there including the new Civic Si and Integra. A premium BRZ vs a base Nissan Z may get interesting, but wondering about the Z weight.

@bearclaw5115 2 жыл бұрын

I believe the Z weighs 3586. It will be faster but move like a brick in comparison.

@93455Driver 2 жыл бұрын

@@bearclaw5115 I always remember an old Chris Harris video of a Z, Cayman, and then new 86, the Z's weight was the problem. That said Harris did not mention the torque dip!

@Pharaoh_The_Great 2 жыл бұрын

Rwd is always the better choice and more fun.

@93455Driver 2 жыл бұрын

@@Pharaoh_The_Great Always thought that in the past, but the Type R, the new Golf R, the 2nd Gen (expensive) AMG 45 GLA/CLA.......not so easy to go and say RWD is always. I usually alternate, so RWD next time I think.

@BoopSnoot 2 жыл бұрын

2:40 Confirmed, men always add an inch to body measurements.

@colt2206 Жыл бұрын

Yes it would have plenty of room in back seat for my Yorkies. They would fit perfectly back there with room to spare.

@J.R.F.23 11 ай бұрын

NOTE: The 2024 model of the BRZ and GR86 "WILL" have the added safety features added to the manual transmission as well.

@jeffmorse645 2 жыл бұрын

BR "Zed" you barbarian. 😉

@MicahMuzio 2 жыл бұрын

😁

@nicholasfield6127 2 жыл бұрын

My husband uses an Aux port.... because his car doesn't have the ability to play music over Bluetooth 🤣

@blairbrown4812 2 жыл бұрын

Somewhere in the continent,parents are watching this and trembling in loathing and despair. But,as a starter or a sports car,it's pretty cool.

@MicahMuzio 2 жыл бұрын

There's a poetry to your comment, Blair. Hi5!

@donwhitehead4587 2 жыл бұрын

There is no way I could seriously put the word “family” in association with this car!

@jfish9014 2 жыл бұрын

Not fairing well in the armrest test is a disappointment for me. That is a level of comfort that I look for in every car I get in…

@shahzadfuric1558 2 жыл бұрын

Up your HP by another 100 because if I'm driving a sport car I would definitely prefer 300 plus or 400 HP.

@Bodangers 2 жыл бұрын

But this is for a family with a kid in the back...

@shahab_shawn_siahpoosh 2 жыл бұрын

I'm happy to see the Aux jack in BRZ. I wish more cars had it. I still use my Zune HD and iPod Touch to listen to my purchased and downloaded music. For those who don't know what downloaded music is, I have to say, it's a form of listening to music that doesn't need streaming, so when you own it, you really own it. You don't need to pay 10$ (x as many streaming services one may have) month for the rest of your life to listen to your favorite songs

@midicine2114 8 ай бұрын

Was that a subtle flex that you own a helicopter O_O

@williamschneider3355 2 жыл бұрын

Every car should have an AUX port, and a CD player.

@spon83 11 ай бұрын

@michahMuzio Can you please share how tall are all of you ?

@xandermex Жыл бұрын

I use an aux in all the time.

@Thkfast 11 ай бұрын

I'm 2 weeks and 300 miles into my '23 BRZ Limited 6AT (WR Blue also) experience. I'm struggling to like it as much as everyone else does. It's so small and has no power. My last 5 cars were BMW turbo I-6s and I'm not used to this little NA boxer 4. I do have to admit it is the BEST handling car I've ever driven - it turns instantly with no fuss. Hopefully, it will hold it's retail value when I move onto the next fun car.

@user-jx5db1vk8w Жыл бұрын

HALLO!! What about BMW 220 COUPE?? I think is more practical, better looking family coupe car!!!

@JaredSVX 2 жыл бұрын

I'm gonna go and use the Aux in my Golf just because now!

@josephpiskac2781 2 жыл бұрын

Great young person kids sports car?

@Mojo522 2 жыл бұрын

I'm only here to support the windowless van review, lol

@yanboa 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome to see how the child seat fits! Was wondering if we were gonna need to change our car later this year! Guess not! ;)

@stms4411 9 ай бұрын

Being unaccustomed to driving manual isn’t an apt criticism of manual

@Luijbi 2 жыл бұрын

Do you think it would fit a rear facing seat?

@alamos8 Жыл бұрын

Definitely not. It almost does not fit a rear faving in a VW Scirocco (I have a Scirocco) and this is basically like a Golf 5/6 inside although lower. The front seat has to be waaay forward. I use a front facing child seat (and I prefer them also for security. I'm confident enought I would not drive into anything hard, but I'm not confident at all others don't drive hard into my rear)

@Mamo878 2 жыл бұрын

Tip for getting in and out of cars that are tough to get in and out of: move the seat all the way back first, then adjust to your position again when you're ready to drive. You're welcome.