Toyota

GR86

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The GR86 is a proper, lightweight sports coupe that sends its power to the rear wheels purely for the fun of driving. It uses a naturally aspirated boxer engine with no turbo and no hybrid, paired with a manual or an automatic. There are two small rear seats, but they only really suit young children, so it's best thought of as a two seater built around the driver, with sharp handling and a price that has made it an enthusiast favourite. There are two grades, the GT and the sportier GTS.

/ Overview

FuelPetrolPremium unleaded (98 RON)

0–100 km/h6.3s

Fuel consumption9.4L/100km

TransmissionManual

DriveRWD

Apple CarPlay & Android AutoWired

Seats4

Boot Space226L

Towing (braked)Not rated

Dimensions (L×W×H)4,265 × 1,775 × 1,310 mm

ANCAP SafetyUnrated

Warranty5 years / unlimited km

Toyota

GR86

/ Grades

Drive-away · NSW

GTfrom $48,158

The entry grade, with the same engine and chassis as the GTS.

The AutoFocus Verdict

The GT gives you the full GR86 driving experience for the lowest price, with the same engine, chassis and limited slip differential as the GTS. You step down to 17-inch wheels and fabric seats, and you miss the GTS's heated Ultrasuede seats and the option of Brembo brakes and SACHS dampers. If you're tracking the car or want the grippier setup, go for the GTS; if you just want the drive, the GT is the value buy. Choose the manual, which is the heart of the car, unless you specifically need two pedals.

★GTSfrom $50,395

The top grade, with bigger wheels, nicer trim and access to the track pack.

The AutoFocus Verdict · GT

The GT gives you the full GR86 driving experience for the lowest price, with the same engine, chassis and limited slip differential as the GTS. You step down to 17-inch wheels and fabric seats, and you miss the GTS's heated Ultrasuede seats and the option of Brembo brakes and SACHS dampers. If you're tracking the car or want the grippier setup, go for the GTS; if you just want the drive, the GT is the value buy. Choose the manual, which is the heart of the car, unless you specifically need two pedals.

/ Configuration

Drivetrain

★Editor's pick

Specs update per configuration. Pricing varies, confirm with your dealer.

/ Features

Standard equipment· 8

Engine

2.4L 4-cylinder boxer (FA24), 174kW/250Nm

Transmission

6-speed manual

Driveline

Rear-wheel drive (Torsen limited-slip differential)

0–100 km/h

6.3s↑ 6-speed Manual

Fuel consumption

9.4 L/100km

Fuel tank capacity

50 L

Estimated range

~530 km

Cost to run

~$2,500 a year in fuel

From

$41,463

drive-away · NSW

★★★★★ANCAP