Buyers were also able to opt for an automatic gearbox for an extra £2,090.
The rear-drive four-seater was unveiled last year alongside the new second-generation Subaru BRZ, with which it was co-developed and made its dynamic debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed last year before ‘Autocar is driving it for the first time in prototype form. a few months later in Spain.
The new BRZ will not be offered in Europe. Toyota says the two models were developed through “friendly rivalry” and will both offer a “distinct driving feel”.
While the original GT86 and BRZ used a 2.0-liter engine, the new version features Subaru’s horizontally opposed 2.4-liter gasoline four-cylinder. The GR 86 offers 232 hp and 184 lb-ft, compared to the GT86’s 197 hp and 151 lb-ft. It can do the 0-62 mph sprint in 6.3 seconds, which is 1.1 seconds faster than its predecessor.
Peak power comes in at 7000 rpm and the unit is capable of running at 7400 rpm. Japanese buyers will have a choice of six-speed manual and automatic transmissions. The GR 86 is also equipped with Subaru’s Eyesight driver assistance systems.
Toyota says the focus has been on maintaining the “essential fun-to-drive” characteristics of the GT86, which was launched in 2012, and a key element has been to minimize weight. The new car has a claimed curb weight of 1270 kg, which is 5 kg less than the original. Toyota says this was achieved through features such as the use of an aluminum roof and body panels.
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Source: www.autocar.co.uk
This notice was published: 2022-04-21 12:24:00
