Toyota GR86 Review 2024

April 2021

Toyota GR86 revealed

A successor to the GT86, the GR86 is a four-seater coupe that is the result of a collaboration between Subaru and Toyota's Gazoo Racing division. As such, it shares a platform and engine with the Subaru BRZ – but the Subaru won't be sold in Europe.

Said to retain a number of the characteristics of the GT86 (including its compact dimensions and lightweight structure), the GR86's 2.4-litre four-cylinder petrol engine will provide a welcome power boost. Toyota's remaining tight-lipped about European specifications but, in Japan, this engine produces 235PS and 250Nm of torque. It'll accelerate to 62mph in 6.3 seconds – 1.1 seconds quicker than the GT86.

UK prices are yet to be confirmed but expect it to start from around £30,000 when it goes on sale early in 2022.

April 2022

Toyota GR86 priced from £29,995

At launch, the new Toyota GR86 will come with an on-the-road price tag of £29,995 for the manual model and £32,085 for the automatic version.

Toyota expects the first deliveries of cars to customers from July this year.

The GR86 range comprises a single model grade with the option of six-speed manual or automatic transmission. The specification introduces equipment features not previously available on GT86, including: –

• 10-spoke 18-inch black alloy wheels with Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tyres
• Multimedia system with an eight-inch display
• Smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Reversing camera with Rear Cross Traffic Alert
• Blind Spot Monitor
• LED Adaptive Headlight System
• Illuminated entry
• Seven-inch colour multi-information display

Other items include Ultrasuede and leather seat upholstery, heated front seats, cruise control, automatic dual-zone air conditioning, smart entry and push-button start and auto-folding door mirrors.

The GR86 automatic gains additional, new active safety and driver assistance systems, including Pre-Collision System with autonomous emergency braking, Adaptive Cruise Control, Automatic High Beam and Lane Keep Assist.

GR86 adopts the same drivetrain configuration as GT86, with a front-mounted “boxer” four-cylinder engine driving the rear wheels. It’s a larger unit – up from 2.0 to 2.4 litres – and it produces more power and torque: maximums of 231bhp and 250Nm compared to GT86’s 197bhp and 205Nm. As well as giving faster 0-62mph acceleration – 6.3 seconds manual, 6.9 seconds auto – it delivers power more smoothly, with no drop-off in torque.

The chassis has a lower centre of gravity and improved, 50:50 front-rear weight balance. Together with increased body rigidity, sports-tuned suspension and a limited-slip differential (as standard) these changes secure even more rewarding dynamic performance.