Toyota 86 GT – Automobiles Review

Driver-focused and not that appealing: Toyota 86 GT hits the road!

2016 Toyota 86 GT Facelift Toyota team continues the sharpening of the popular 86 sports car and gears it with additional features that enhance the styling, performance, and overall quality.

This revised coupe comes with stiffer chassis, revised suspension system, improved aerodynamics and additional track mode that altogether will please brand’s enthusiasts and potential buyers. Also, there is a manual version of the vehicle that receives uplift in power output through new intake and exhaust system. Cool, right?

2016 Toyota 86 GT Facelift

In terms of interior changes and additions, there is new smaller steering wheel, performance data options for the color multi-information display, new power and torque curves, stopwatch and G-force monitor. In fact, the whole exterior styling is more direct and somehow more aggressive. Of course, we do like it. The more the aggressiveness, the more the fun!

The 2.0-liter aluminum horizontally opposed direct-injection power unit is mated to a six-speed gearbox and together they produce a total of 208hp (152kW) and 212Nm of torque. Impressive, isn’t it? Furthermore, the engine breaths more easily thanks to the improved intake and exhaust systems.

2016 Toyota 86 GT Facelift

Other details include stiffer body structure, revised coil springs and shock absorbers, fine-tuning of the electronic control systems. Also, all variants are fitted with hill-start assist control and tons of neat styling changes. These include new specific dynamic stance, neat lines and curves, larger grille and wide and low stance. Definitely menacing. There are also high-grade GTS that feature aluminum wing-type spoiler and exclusive 17-inch cast-alloy wheels. The GT variants come with 16-inch alloys.

Source: Toyota

November 21, 2016

Toyota 86 GT Yellow Limited Only For Those Living in Japan

Two Toyota 86 Yellow Limited Cars Toyota 86 GT Yellow Limited was just revealed and unfortunately, for those living outside Japan, it will be distributed there only. The special specification car can be ordered for a very limited time: from 13^th of July till the end of September. Then, the productions is scheduled to start on 2^nd of November.

Exterior Mimics the Sun

The exterior of the Toyota 86 GT Yellow Limited has been made so exuberant due to the application of the special Sunrise Yellow exterior color. It has been contrasted with black mirrors and black 17-inch alloys.

The interior was also decided in those two contrasting colors. However, the black here is the main one, used for the Alcantara upholstery, while the Ashirai yellow was utilized for the stitching.

Aero Pack

But if this does not appear enough for you, then you should know that there is also a special aero pack for this special Toyota 86 GT. It adds custom spoilers for the front and rear bumpers (the rear one is also larger), new side mudguards and a massive rear wing.

And an FT Aero Kit

If you think that Toyota will simply stop at this point, you are wrong. There is much to be added and this visible via the addition of another aero pack for this special Toyota 86 GT Yellow Limited.

What it adds? For instance, the rubbers here are Bridgestone POTENZA S001 coming in size of 215/40R18 at the front, and 225/40R18 at the rear. They are connected with BBS 18-inch forged aluminum wheels. The kit also gives the car the advantage of sport brake pads and SACHS shock absorbers.

It is always sad to know that such cars are only intended for limited number of people…

Source: Toyota

July 14, 2015

Toyota 86 GT And GTS Get Updated Suspension, Interior And Exterior

2014 Toyota 86 GT and 86 GTS are now getting refined exterior and interior next to its updated suspension. Toyota has made subtle refinements to the widely praised suspension of the sports car. The more rigid suspension setup of these models will contribute for better handling response and steering feel. In addition, it will also improve the overall ride quality. The aim of achieving improved and smoother ride and sharper handling was accomplished via revision of the way suspension components were attached to the chassis.

The body roll was decreased, while the handling stability and response was increased. The latter was achieved by new suspension mounts and adopting lower-friction oil, oil seals and guide bushings. In addition, there was also implemented a retuning of the shock absorbers. In this way their characteristics were refined.

Next to these “under-the-skin” upgrades, Toyota also added new interior and exterior packages to enhance the visual appeal of the model. Inside, the GT variant now comes with the same instrument cluster as the higher-grade GTS.

This means that it features a digital speed read-out and a rev indicator light to warn of the approaching red line. There is also a shift-position indicator. Toyota 86 GTS now includes a reversing camera and a sportier carbon-look motif for the instrument panel surround.

On the outside of both vehicles, Toyota has added a shark-fin antenna to the roof for aerodynamic as well as aesthetic reasons. In addition, the company has also included two new colors in its exterior paint palette: white and silver.

Source: Toyota

July 23, 2014

Toyota 86 Sports Car To Be Modified Into Rally Version

Toyota 86 sports car will be converted into a thrilling rally vehicle by Toyota Motorsport in Germany (TMG). The team there will develop the rear-wheel drive vehicle into an R3 rally car. The aim is to make it available to private competitors. The delivery of the model is expected for the 2015 season.

The modified vehicle will carry the name TMG GT86 CS-R3 and will be constructed in accordance to the R3 regulations. This means that it will be equipped with a six-speed sequential gearbox, limited slip differential, modified engine and adapted brakes.

TMG professionals have promised to tune the 86 to the maximum level permitted within the regulations. The new rally car will be also eligible for all FIA-sanctioned rallies including the World Rally Championship.

The GT86 CS-R3 promises to be a thrilling car on the rally stages. It has a rear-wheel drive and this can only result in dramatic action, which will be undoubtedly entertaining for drivers and fans. Unfortunately, the additional details around the TMG GT86 CS-R3 as well as its price will be announced in the coming months.

Toyota 86 sports car has a 2.0-litre four-cylinder, front-mounted, free-revving and horizontally opposed “boxer” petrol engine which drives the rear wheels. It develops a maximum power of 200 hp (147 kW) and a peak torque of 205 Nm (151 lb-ft). All that power is transmitted on the road via six-speed manual or sequential-shift automatic transmissions.

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November 12, 2013

Toyota 86 GT To Be Equipped With Torsen Limited-Slip Differential

Toyota announced that it is currently making running changes to three of its four Toyota 86 sports-car variants. In addition, it was also disclosed that the brand is going to retain the $29 990 for the vehicles.

One of the most prominent updates is the inclusion of a Torsen limited-slip differential (LSD) as a standard to the automatic GT grade. This addition brings the vehicle into line with the rest of the range.

Furthermore, the top GTS manual and automatic variants of the car will be equipped with a rear spoiler as standard. These new enhancements to the range were decided based on customers’ feedback, who desired the automatic GT to have the same dynamic properties as the rest of the range, and for the GTS to have greater external differentiation.

To go further into details, the Toyota 86 has a 2.0-litre four-cylinder, front-mounted, free-revving and horizontally opposed “boxer” petrol engine which drives the rear wheels. It develops a maximum power of 200 hp (147 kW) and generates a peak torque of 205 Nm (151 lb-ft). All that power is put onto the road via six-speed manual or sequential-shift automatic transmissions.

The powertrain is combined with a compact design, light weight and a low centre of gravity, thus providing agile and accessible performance, and highly engaging dynamic abilities with minimal electronic intrusion.

The standard equipment here features seven airbags, five-mode stability control system, traction control, anti-skid brakes, 16-inch alloy wheels, cruise control, air-conditioning, CD sound system, daytime running lamps (DRLs) and a multi-information display.

Next, the Toyota 86 GTS adds 17-inch alloy wheels, a 6.1-inch display screen, satellite navigation, auto-leveling HID headlamps, leather-accented front seats, dual-zone climate-control air-conditioning, aluminium pedals, LED DRLs and red stitching highlights.