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Originally Posted by Scarebus
Yes, this is the same one I have. Love everything about it (except at highway speeds, can't even hear my own thoughts), but often wishing it had a 6th gear and was RWD. That's why the BRZ seems like such a godsend. It's more than enough car for what I use it for, the hell with 0-60 times and other paper figures. Although I'd miss having an armrest and sunroof.
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Ah okay the 1.7Ls are pretty fuel efficient, but they have somewhat short gears. Comparing to similar cars the BRZ should be able to cruise on the highway at high 30s maybe low 40s (mpg). At this point it's speculation but I think the fuel cost difference should be pretty small.