Toyota will make some improvements to the GR86 and release it on September 22, 2023. Developed and adopted EyeSight, a driving support system for manual transmission vehicles (hereinafter referred to as MT vehicles) for the first time.

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About Toyota’s new “GR 86” partially improved model

The EyeSight for manual transmission vehicles adopted in the improved “GR86” model (Japanese specification vehicle) is based on the EyeSight for automatic transmission vehicles of the “SUBARU BRZ”, and is equipped with features such as pre-collision braking, cruise control with follow-up function, lane departure and swaying. Equipped with clearance sonar with warning function, preceding vehicle departure notification function, and rear sonar warning function. EyeSight’s high performance of collision avoidance, collision damage reduction, and driving load reduction is controlled according to the characteristics of manual transmission vehicles, achieving stable operation in a wide range of real-world scenes, and providing a high level of driving pleasure and peace of mind. Compatible with both.

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Toyota’s new “GR 86” was developed jointly with Subaru

Toyota has undergone a full model change of the “86” and released the Japanese model as the new “GR 86” on October 28, 2021. This will be a full model change in 9 years. In September 2019, we agreed to a “new business and capital alliance” with SUBARU , and while accelerating “creating ever-better cars” in new areas such as the joint development of the new BEV “TOYOTA bZ4X,” Sharing the same desire to preserve the excitement and joy of driving, we jointly developed a sports car that brings out the individuality of both companies . Although the GR86 shares the same car base as the SUBARU BRZ , it offers a ` `GR-like driving taste ” such as “a feel in the hands that allows the driver to control the car at will,” “linear response at the limit, and brisk driving.’ ‘ Focus on having the.

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Toyota new “GR 86” exterior

The front uses the “FUNCTIONAL MATRIX GRILL” exclusive to the GR brand. A combination of functionality and emotional expression. Additionally, when the 86 was reborn as the GR86, the car name logo was redesigned. The new 86 has a more curvaceous bodywork than the old model, with a different bumper and bonnet on the front end, wider fenders, and of course new headlights. A rear spoiler integrated into the boot and a set of modern LED headlights. A set of twin exhaust pipes and wide hip fenders. The body size is 4,265mm in length, 1,775mm in width, 1,310mm in height, and 2,575mm in wheelbase. 215/40 R18 Michelin Pilot Sport tires (upper grade) are used for the front and rear tires.

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About Toyota’s new “GR 86” body color

crystal black silica

spark red

crystal white pearl

bright blue

ice silver metallic

magnetite gray metallic

sapphire blue

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Toyota new “GR 86” interior

The simple horizontal instrument panel and low-set meter visor ensure a wide field of view. We provide an interior space that allows you to concentrate and enjoy driving. The interior features a 7-inch TFT LCD panel BOXER meter digital meter. The front seat has an independent pad shape for the part that holds the body, making it lightweight. Furthermore, the seat skin is made of a material with excellent grip to withstand the longitudinal and lateral G forces of sports driving.

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Toyota new “GR 86” engine

The engine installed in the “GR 86” is a new naturally aspirated 2.4L horizontally opposed 4-cylinder engine + port fuel injection system (TOYOTA D-4S). Power performance has been improved by increasing the displacement from 2L to 2.4L. Maximum output is 173kW (235ps) at 7,000rpm, maximum torque is 250Nm (25.5kgm) at 3,700rpm, and standard 6-speed MT or 6-speed AT is available. Torque has been increased by 15% compared to the previous model. Acceleration performance from 0 to 100 km/h has been increased from 7.4 seconds to 6.3 seconds. The response has been improved and a feeling that extends to the high rotation range without stress has been realized. For cars equipped with AT, the control of SPORT mode has evolved. When the system determines that the car is driving in a sporty manner, it automatically performs the optimal shift operation according to the driver’s intentions and operations, enabling more direct cornering.

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Toyota new model “GR 86” “Ultra low center of gravity FR package”

Incorporating the know-how gained from the development of the Subaru Global Platform, we also adopted an inner frame structure and structural adhesives. Compared to the first model, front lateral bending rigidity has been significantly improved by approximately 60% and torsional rigidity by approximately 50%. Lightweight aluminum is used for the roof, hood, and front fender. The front, rear, left and right weights have been optimized and the center of gravity has been further lowered to improve maneuverability. The front suspension uses a MacPherson strut type and the rear uses a double wishbone type.

About Toyota’s new “GR 86” safety equipment

The driving assistance system “EyeSight” is standard equipment on automatic transmission vehicles . It features pre-crash braking and cruise control with an all-vehicle speed tracking function.

About the Toyota new “GR 86” grade

There are 3 grades: entry grade “RC”, base grade “SZ”, and upper grade “RZ”. The difference will be 713,000 yen. By the way, the difference in price between the sister car Subaru BRZ, which underwent a full model change at the same time, is 187,000 yen.

model engine

transmission
Drive

system
Price

(10%)
R.C. 2.4L horizontally opposed

4-cylinder engine
6MT 2WD (FR) 2,799,000 yen
SZ 6MT 3,036,000 yen
6AT 3,1990,00 yen
RZ 6MT 3,349,000 yen
6AT 3,512,000 yen

About Toyota’s new “GR 86” specifications

spec New GR 86
full length 4,265mm
full width 1,775mm
Overall height 1,310mm
Wheelbase 2,575mm
engine 2.4L horizontally opposed 4-cylinder engine

+ port fuel injection device <TOYOTA D-4S>
Maximum output 173kW(235ps)/

7,000rpm
Maximum torque 250Nm(25.5kgm)/

3,700rpm
transmission 6-speed MT/6-speed AT
Drive system FR
WLTC mode fuel consumption 11.7-12.0km/L

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