Everything you need to know about the 2023 Toyota GR86
Although the buying public has shifted their focus away from sedans and coupes, there is still a small contingent who live for sportscars. There are only a few to choose from now that don't price in the millions and one of these is the Toyota 86. Now wearing GR badging this is everything you need to know about this cult sportscar.
In this article:
Who is the Toyota GR86 a good car for?
What is the Toyota GR86 like to drive?
Tech features in the Toyota GR86
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Is the Toyota GR86 a good car?
Sporting a 2.4-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine that is good for 174 kW and 250 Nm torque the Toyota GR86 is now a little bit more powerful and a little bit more stylish with an updated exterior. Toyota engineers focused on a driving experience that was not only exhilarating but also educational, with every excursion teaching the driver something new about the car and themselves.
Who is the Toyota GR86 a good car for?
The Toyota GR86 is a good car for experienced drivers that are looking for a second car that can do duty as a daily driver and a weekend track toy.
Is the Toyota GR86 a good first car?
The GR86 may not be the best choice for an inexperienced driver who is not firmly familiar with the handling of a rear-wheel drive vehicle.
Is the Toyota GR86 a good family car?
Due to very cramped quarters in the rear and only having two doors the GR86 is really not suited for family endeavours.
Is there a Hybrid Toyota GR86?
There is currently no hybrid or electric offering of the GR86 available globally but as Toyota continues its inevitable march towards a greener future we won't rule it out.
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What’s it like to drive?
Reviewer's opinion
The new, second-generation ZN8 version retains most of the original recipe, built to the same ethos only this time it's had its development done by the motorsport division of Toyota, Gazoo Racing. This means that the new GR86 is not only sharper and more focussed when pressing on, but is more powerful too.
- Chad Luckhoff, AutoTrader
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What does it look like?
Exterior
Interior
What is the Toyota GR86 like inside?
The interior has a definite lean toward racing. Heated bucket seats covered in lush "Alcantara" hold driver and passenger in place during heated driving sessions while rear seting is an afterthought. The tech features have been updated with new infotainment and driver binnacle screens.
Style
The interior envelopes and cossets you securing you in place letting you know that this car means business. Switchgear and other trims are all in brushed aluminium with Alcantara featuring on door cards and steering wheel.
Tech features
- 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Apple Car Play and Android Auto
- Track Mode
- 7-inch TFT screen in the instrument binnacle
- Toyota Connect mobile WiFi and 15GB of data preloaded
Price and specs
Which is the cheapest Toyota GR86?
The cheapest GR86 derivative is the Manual option - prices usually start from R 712 100
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How much does it cost?
| Model | Price |
| Toyota GR86 Manual | R 712 100 |
| Toyota GR86 Auto | R 748 400 |
*Pricing correct at time of publishing and subject to change without notice.
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