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Toyota reveals GT 86 Blue Edition model

2018 Toyota GT86 Blue Edition Toyota reveals GT86 Blue Edition – it is part of the so-called Club Series and focuses on styling and performance. Also, the design team has decided to gear this bad boy with numerous exclusive components and offer some exterior goodies that would be available only for this particular model. So, let’s check it out!

The first notable feature of the new Blue Edition is the color – Electric Blue (you don’t say!) is dominating the whole body, while small black components are painted in glossy black finish – perfect contrasting color, right? Such are the front grille, rear spoiler and diffuser, door mirror housings and front fog light surrounds. On the other hand, driver and passengers will enjoy a cozy and comfortable ride in classy interior with numerous black leather and Alcantara-covered components.

2018 Toyota GT86 Blue Edition

There is also a special Performance Pack that offers more agile ride, thanks to the introduction of Sachs-tuned suspension fine-tuning, Sachs Performance dampers and Brembo brakes – what is special about these brakes is that they not only contribute to better control and stopping power, but also offer improved pedal feel. And there is neat visual update: the red Brembo calipers and these neat eye-catching 17-inch black alloy wheels. Sweet!

In terms of performance rates, Blue Edition does not disappoint. The vehicle comes with revised chassis with low center of gravity and low-set driving position. And remaining true to its sporty nature, it features a front-mounted power unit – it is a 197hp 2.0-liter boxer four-cylinder unit with rear-wheel drive. However, it is up to customers to specify the drivetrain system with either manual or automatic gearbox with six speeds. This whole system offers some pretty good performance rates: the vehicle offers a top speed of 252km/h (234km/h for the automatic gearbox version) and quick 0 to 100km/h sprint, measured at 7.7 seconds and 8.4 seconds for the automatic option.

2018 Toyota GT86 Blue Edition

Source: Toyota

June 1, 2018

2017 Toyota GT86: facelift done right!

2017 Toyta GT86 Pro Facelift Usually people start to maintain the machine that has earned them awards and positive feedback. But not Toyota team, though. The GT86 vehicle has been a thing of beauty and a fine example of refined drivetrain system, but the engineering team decided to add some more value to it. And here we are facing the new 2017 GT86 and we are simply amazed by what we are seeing.

Not just the usual “facelift” thing

There are, in fact, numerous additions and tweaks that not only enhance the sexiness of the car, but also contribute to better performance rates. First of all, there is this new Track mode. What it does is to bring fully driver-controlled balance ration between stability and traction control capabilities. Also, it can be fully disengaged. Sweet!

Enhanced style and aerodynamics

We definitely like the neat tweaks here and there onto the exterior. But these are not just visual improvements. All of these new features contribute to better aerodynamics and agility capabilities. Fans will also be pleased to see new teeth along the bottom edge of the lower grille, redesigned nose section and deeper rear bumper design. Definitely beautiful and also functional: all of these tweaks help for smoother air flow.

Interior changes

2017 Toyta GT86 Pro Facelift

There is new three-spoke steering wheel with smaller diameter, new 4.2-inch TFT infotainment display, new tachometer and.. this is it.

Additional equipment

Depending on the trim levels, buyers will get many different features. Offered in GT86 and GT86 Pro versions, the vehicle comes with a 197hp 2.0-liter boxer power unit, mated to a six-speed manual or optional automatic gearbox.

GT86 shows sweet 10-spoke 17-inch alloys, adaptive LED headlights and comes with cruise control, heated door mirrors, aluminum sporty pedals and high-performance brake discs.

On the other hand, GT86 Pro adds heated seats, leather Alcantara upholstery, leather driver’s armrest, rear spoiler finish in matt grey. Cool.

Source: Toyota

September 17, 2016

Manga-inspired Toyota GT86 Initial D Concept pays tribute to the mid-80s AE86 Corolla

Car from Initial D manga comics is the inspiration for the GT86 concept

If you are into manga, then you have probably heard of the Initial D: cult Japanese comics, where the young hero, Takumi Fujiwara, drove a modified AE86. He honed his driving skills on mountain roads as delivery driver for his father’s tofu shop. As you can expect, the car immediately became a star, influencing the emerging drifting scene and inspiring a live action movie and various arcade games.

What’s even more exciting is that Toyota’s new GT86 project is inspired and based on the world-famous mid-80s AE86 Corolla featured in the series. Well, here’s a hint, since the GT86 was introduced in 2012, it was instantly recognized as the successor to the rear-wheel drive Corolla GT Coupe.

Now, Toyota is re-emphasizing this link with one-off project called GT86 Initial D concept. Besides the spirit, the car also mimics the livery of the Corolla featured in the comic book. Highlighting the pop-culture roots, the brand has made the fantastic decision to commission manga artist Sonia Leong to design a series of panoramic backdrops that put the real GT86 into comic strip action scenes.

Toyota GT86 Initial D Concept interior

The GT86 Initial D concept’s livery copies manga car’s panda-style monochrome outfit. In addition, it utilizes new versions of the same Japanese market components that were once on the successful original. Precisely, here are featured custom-made RS Watanabe alloy wheels, TRD suspension, a Fujitsubo exhaust system, Cusco strut brace, and a carbon fibre bonnet.

The yellow-tinted fog lights that were a trend back in the 80s haven’t been forgotten. They hint at the Cibié spotlights and the silver-painted engine cover. The latter features underneath high-revving 20-valve ‘Silver Top’ 4A-GE unit.

Modernized a little bit, the car sports carbon fibre door handle protectors and mirror covers. They give a similar effect to the black plastic material used on the AE86. Just like the Initial D car, this one features mud flaps and tinted rear lenses and no boot lid spoiler. Check out the details below for further inspiration.

All in all, this Toyota GT86 Initial D Concept acknowledges how important the AE86 was. Unfortunately, it won’t reach production, but still it will be attending motoring events around Britain throughout the summer. So, if you are lucky (and have the passport) you might end up having a glimpse on it.

Toyota GT86 Initial D Concept Technical Specifications:

Wheels	8 x 17″ (ET40) RS Watanabe F8 alloys with optional black finish
Suspension	TRD Sportivo suspension system
Exhaust	Fujitsubo Authorize S system
Bracing	Cusco Type OS front strut brace
Bonnet	Seibon OEM-style carbon fibre
Body graphics	Panda-style metallic black vinyl graphics
Detailing	Cusco carbon fibre door handle protectors, OEM carbon fibre mirror covers, OEM mud flaps, tinted rear lenses, tinted front fog lights, TRD oil filler cap, TRD high-pressure radiator cap, TRD push start button

Source: Toyota

June 30, 2016

Toyota Offers First Glimpse and Details of Next-Generation GT86

2017 Toyota GT86 front view Besides the Batman movie premiere next week, another major event that you should be looking forward to is the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). So far a lot of teasers have been released and we expect to see some stunning vehicles. However, Toyota was the first to actually show an NY debuting car with two images, and this is the next generation Toyota GT86. After the debut, the car will go on sale by the end of this year.

There are some major changes we can spot in the design f the vehicle. A lot of attention to the details has been paid and this is visible through the styling elements. Take for instance the enlarged central air intake that highlights the lower and wider stance of the GT86. In addition, at the front we see restyled bumper, fog light housings and LED headlamps and turn indicators in a new design. The alloys have been given twisted spokes.

Although there weren’t released any pictures of the cabin, Toyota says that the new GT86 will feature an interior with a combination of leather and Alcantara upholstery and Alcantara-wrapped instrument panel and doors. The new upholstery will be contrasted via silver stitching, while the sports steering wheel will have a brand new look and will sport integrated audio controls and an 86 logo.

2017 Toyota GT86 Rear View

In terms of driving dynamics, the GT86 from the 2017 model year will be equipped with new suspension, with revised shock absorber tuning and spring rates. Despite the changes so far and the expectations for modifications on the engine, it will stay unaltered, meaning that the GT86 will be driven by the well known front-mounted, naturally aspirated 2.0-litre “boxer” engine that drives the rear wheels.

Besides the new MY2017 GT86, Toyota has been also developing a racing variant, GT86 CS-Cup, which will compete at the Nürburgring Nordschleife circuit. The GT86 CS-R3 version of it will be available to customers for rallying events.

Source: Toyota

March 17, 2016

One-Off Toyota GT86 Collection Pays Homage to its Heritage

Toyota GT86 is one of the most famous and wanted sports cars in company’s line-up of vehicles. Well, the news that has just arrived is that Toyota is paying tribute to its heritage with classic a fleet of six GT86 coupes dressed in classic liveries. They are actually a celebration of the great Toyota race and rally cars of the past. The one-off liveries have been achieved with the help of vinyl wraps, lowered springs, stainless steel exhaust and retro-styled wheels.

As a matter of fact, many of the great characteristics of the GT86 have their roots in the generations of classic performance Toyota sports cars. So, each car is inspired by a different model, which was famous in the racing competitions during the last 50 years.

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The fleet of the six starts with the two versions of the 2000GT, Ove Andersson’s 1970s Celica 1600GT rally car, the IMSA GTU Celica famous for its wins in the 80s, the World Rally Championship Celica GT-Four and the Esso Ultron Tiger Supra from the All-Japan Grand Touring Car Championship.

Behind the vinyl application we can see the work of the experts at Motor Mode. They have literally mimicked the key elements from the original liveries onto the GT86. In addition, the cars also received new springs that have brought them closer to the ground. The right height was actually lowered by 40mm.

At last, rounding out the retro-styling are the Rota wheels in different finishes and the Milltek Sport stainless steel exhaust systems.

If you happen to be at Goodwood Festival of Speed’s Moving Motor Show on 25 June, then you’ll have the opportunity to ride any of the coupes in the one-off collection, because they will be available for public drive. It is also the place, where they will make their public debut. There will be also a static display supporting the GT86 Drift Experience at Goodwood’s race circuit.

Source: Toyota

June 2, 2015

Toyota Celebrates its own “New Year”

As you suppose, the Toyota GT86 is not a car for standing still. And it goes ahead to mark brand’s “new year” with redesigned lineup and additional features. But don’t worry, this Toyota is still the best in its class and probably one of the best vehicles for its money.

The GT86 comes with refreshed wheels and wider range of colors. And the range-topping Aero model comes with gloss black 18-inch rims and it is available with GT86 Orange finish. And in harmony with customer’s preference the Aero is now available with six-speed manual transmission. Large alloys are also included on the GT86 model.

The thing, that hasn’t been changed is the GT86 dynamic pack: it includes the well-known2.0-liter boxter engine, low center of gravity, rear-wheel drive system and balanced chassis to ensure incredible driving experience. The changed parts include the more environmentally friendly engine, that complies with all Euro 6 emission standards.

But this is not the end for GT86. There will be special models, that will join and expand the range this summer. In fact, the 2016 GT86 will be available for order and customer support in mid-July. This will be definitely a thrilling wait. Staytuned for further details.

Source: Toyota

May 8, 2015

Toyota GT86 sets Guiness World Drift Record – 144.1 km [video]

Harald Müller managed to set a new Guinness World Record for longest vehicle drift in a Toyota GT 86. The previous holder was Johan Schwartz – BMW Performance Center Instructor, who managed to drift the new M5 F10 for 82.520 km (51.278 miles). Harald Müller has achieved whopping 144.126 km (89.55 miles).

The record attempt was made in Samsun, Turkey on July 15^th at an event organized by local board of Youth and Sports. The course measured 235.5 meters, where Müller did 612 laps in 2 hours, 25 minutes and 18 seconds with a 2012 Toyota GT 86.

The lightweight RWD car is powered 2.0 liter boxer engine delivering 200HP (147 kW) and 205Nm (152 lb-ft) of torque. It also features a rear spoiler, 17” light alloy wheels, chrome-finished dual exhaust tailpipes and a signature “T”-mesh grille. That T motif is repeated in the shape of the rear fog light, set centrally between the tailpipes.

At the video below you can see, that the GT 86 didn’t go all the time with a proper drift (sideways). Instead, the vehicle was going straight several times and stopped for a turn. We believe that the record should be a continuous drift without any stops or huge corrections. Still, Guinness admits the record, so it is official.

Enjoy!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qrHDUkQZry4

Source: Toyota

July 31, 2014

Toyota GT86 CS-R3 To Debut At FIA WRC

Toyota GT86 CS-R3 Rally Car is to make its official premiere in front public next month on the ADAC Rallye Deutschland, which is the ninth round of 2014 FIA World Rally Championship. The car has bee engineered by Toyota Motorsport (TMG) and it is a rally version of the famous GT86 coupe. The prototype of CS-R3 is breaking cover at the WRC event, while the fully finished car will be available for competition model for private customers a little bit later.

In fact, the CS-R3 will not compete at the rally. Instead, it will be the official “pathfinder” zero car, driven through each stage as a safety test immediately ahead of the field. The double women’s world rally champion, Isolde Holderied, will be behind the wheel of the car.

TMG has reduced the weight of the vehicle and also ensured the safety, reliability and its driving fun. There are also modifications to the powertrain to be made, which will result in an increased the unit’s output, which is expected to be between 240 and 250 hp (176–184 kW).

The car will also be equipped with the sequential shift six-speed transmission and a limited-slip rear differential. There will be also included a weight-optimised safety cage designed according to FIA requirements.

The first customer vehicles will be ready in the beginning of next year in the form of a kit. Pricing will be announced after confirmation of final specifications.

Toyota GT86 CS-R3 Rally Car Technical Specifications:

ENGINE
Type		FA20
Configuration		Horizontally opposed, 4-cylinder
Displacement (cc)		1,998
Max. power (bhp)		240 – 250
Exhaust		HJS racing exhaust and exhaust manifold
Fuel tank		75-litre FT3 safety cell
CHASSIS
Bodywork		Steel monocoque bodyshell with roof ventilation
Roll cage		Homologated FIA R3-standard safety cage
TRANSMISSION
Type		Rear-wheel drive
Gearbox		6-speed sequential
Differential		Limited-slip with variable ramp settings
Final drive		Short final drive, with options
Clutch		Racing clutch and lightweight flywheel
Steering		JTEKT hydraulic power steering with short ratio
SUSPENSION
Front		MacPherson-type
Rear		Double wishbone
Shock absorbers		Reiger, 3-way adjustable for Tarmac and gravel
Wheels	Tarmac	OZ 7 x 17in
	Gravel	OZ 6 x 15in
BRAKES
Front discs	Tarmac	330 x 30mm
	Gravel	300 x 30mm
Rear discs	Tarmac	300 x 10mm
	Gravel	300 x 10mm
Callipers		Front: 4-pot Rear: 2-pot (regulation)
DIMENSIONS
Overall length (mm)		4,240
Overall width (mm)		1,775
Wheelbase (mm)		2,570
Minimum weight (kg\|)		1,080 (regulation)

Source: Toyota

July 30, 2014

Toyota GT86 – Best Performance Car

Toyota GT86 has been named Performance Car of the Year for a second year in a row. It received the award from honestjohn.co.uk. The sports coupe had tough rivals, but it managed to scoop the prestigious award.

“With a genuine sports car feel, superb handling and the ability to always put a smile on your face, the GT86 is the car we’ve been waiting several years for Toyota to build.”, commented Dan Harrison, honestjohn editor.
“We love the driver-focused feel and the boxer engine, so while it may not be the fastest performance car around, not much else can match it for sheer enjoyment. It seems our users love it too, with the GT86 review proving very popular once again, winning the Performance Car award for the second year running.”, he added.

The engine is the well-known 2.0 liter naturally aspirated boxer with 200HP (147 kW) at 7,000RPM and 205Nm (152 lb-ft) of torque at 6,400RPM. 0-100 km/h in 7.6 seconds and a top speed of 226 km/h (141 mph). The engine is connected to a 6-speed manual gearbox and sends the power to an LSD (limited-slip differential) at the rear wheels. The curb weight is just 1,258 kg.

The 2014 Toyota GT86 is currently available from £25,110.

Source: Toyota

May 16, 2014

2015 Toyota GT86 Is Here!

2015 Toyota GT86 is here and it is showing-off its perfectly enhanced aerodynamics for the new model year. It will offer even better handling and stability due to the optimization of suspension’s rigidity and shock absorbers. In addition, the changes are also evident in the interior, which now features new instrument panel finish. An entirely new element is the shark-fin type antenna that comes to enhance the aerodynamics and deliver a bolder look.

The GT86 was officially introduced in 2012 and made a big furor. Wisely enough, Toyota is continuing the development of the car. The foundation of the upgrade is the more rigid fixation of the front suspension and the rear shock absorbers.

The rework of shock absorbers provide more stable damping and improved friction control, thus delivering smoother and communicative handling. Body-roll is reduced and the steering feel is sharper than before.

Another exclusive change is featured on the inside of the GT86. It is the new carbon-fibre motif on the dashboard insert. This not only gives more contemporary appearance of the car, but also hints to future utilization of the popular material.

On the outside, another introduction was made. It is the shark-fin antenna, which has been adopted in order to enhance the looks and aerodynamics of the car. The 2015 model year update also features a new pearl-white and silver paint finishes.

2015 Toyota GT86 will be available in dealerships only throughout Europe staring this summer.

Source: Toyota

April 25, 2014

Pure Sports Feeling: Dotz Shift Toyota GT86

The iconic Toyota GT86, the latest version of which was introduced back in 2012, has fallen in the hands of the German based tuners at Dotz Shift. They decided to enhance their dynamic pearl white version of the car, thus making it delivering the purest sports feeling.

As a reminder, this Toyota is driven by a 200 hp (147 kW) 2L flat engine which ensures its Japanese-racing qualities. Regarding the refinement, the specialists have equipped the car with TRD body kit that adds onto the architecture of the model.

Precisely, the kit consists of a front and rear spoiler, a 4-pipe rear silencer and Eibach springs. Next, they have also given the GT86 a set of new shoes to run on, namely the Dotz Shift shiny black and polished 19 inch wheels.

In fact, they are unique and feature rim with the star pattern formed by seven slender, edgy double spokes and deep lip. They are also lightweight because the recessed center reduces the wheel’s mass. The wheels are also offered in numerous ABE applications from 15 to 19 inch.

Source: Dotz Shift

February 24, 2014

Toyota GT86 Cup Limited Edition – 86 Units

Toyota has announced the GT 86 Cup Edition, which will be limited to just 86 units.

It costs just 2,860 more than the regular model, but comes with a lot nice upgrades like 18” OZ Ultraleggera wheels wrapped around in Pirelli P Zero Corsa GT tires measuring 225/40 R18. There are also some nice paint options like Dynamic White Pearl, Racing Red and Furious Black Mica colors decorating the roof, hood, exterior mirrors and trunk lid, with corresponding color accents on the front spoiler, rear diffuser, A-pillar.

The interior boasts an Alcantara sports steering wheel, “Cup Edition” lettering and an individually-numbered brushed aluminum plaque.

For this additional money you’ll get two tickets to a VIP customer event at the Nurburgring.

No performance upgrades are planned, so the 2.0 liter boxer engines still offers 200HP (147 kW).

Source: Toyota

March 22, 2013

Tag: GT86

Not just the usual “facelift” thing

Enhanced style and aerodynamics

Interior changes

Additional equipment

Car from Initial D manga comics is the inspiration for the GT86 concept

Toyota GT86 Initial D Concept Technical Specifications: