We just purchased a 2023 Subaru BRZ for the Consumer Reports test fleet, and stacked it up in a head-to-head comparison with our tested Toyota GR86. While both of these cars (created in a partnership between Toyota and Subaru) are identical in many ways, there are a few critical differences in how they perform. Which came out on top? Our experts share which one they'd choose, as well as discuss the important differences between all-weather, all-season, and snow tires.
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SHOW NOTES
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00:00 - Introduction
00:14 - Head-to_Head Comparison: 2023 Subaru BRZ vs. Toyota GR86
18:14 - Question: Between all-weather, all-season, and snow tires which are best suited for Northeast winter driving?
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First Drive: Redesigned 2022 Subaru BRZ Proves Nimble and Fun
https://www.consumerreports.org/sports-cars/2022-subaru-brz-review-a6225692747/
First Drive: The 2022 Toyota GR86 Sports Car Thrills
https://www.consumerreports.org/sports-cars/2022-toyota-gr86-review-a7782593291/
2023 Subaru BRZ
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/subaru/brz/2023/overview/
2022 Toyota 86
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/toyota/86/2022/overview/
Best Winter/Snow Tires From Consumer Reports’ Tests
https://www.consumerreports.org/winter-snow-tire/best-winter-snow-tires-a1191260310/
Consumer Reports Tire Selector
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/tires/
Guide to Car Safety
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/
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