Attractive Features of the Toyota GR86
The Toyota GR86 has a stylish exterior and can easily be labeled as one of the most affordable sports cars out there! It promises a thrilling experience and has vastly improved on torque, offering great balance, sharp steering, and decent cargo space. There are two variants of the 2023 model, the GR86 and the GR86 Premium. The former has a starting MSRP of $27,900, and the latter has a starting MSRP of $30,500.
The engine
The GR86 uses a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine producing 228 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque! As they say the more the merrier! A powerhouse under the hood, this automobile leaves you wanting more as it produces torque at a speed of 3700 rpm, and with its central positioning, it allows crisper and stable steering. It surely is the ride for you on twisted tracks and canyon roads. You can opt for a 6-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed automatic transmission (with Dynamic Rev Management).
The exteriors
The Toyota GR86 takes the word stylish to another level with bigger LED headlights that can be seen from a mile ( just kidding), a sleeker and sportier exterior, a bigger grille, you name it and the car has it all! Every component of the car has been optimized to be as light as possible. The car has 18-inch matte-black alloy wheels, a long hood, and short rear deck.
The interiors
Even though the interiors of the new Toyota GR86 is not very different from its predecessors, you are bound to enjoy the feeling of seamless luxury and quality finishes. There are standard all-leather driver touchpoints, like the steering wheel and brake handle. The heated seats add an element of comfort to the car that you will appreciate. As is expected of a compact sports car, the features are more focused on the driver, but you can also fold the back seats to increase the cargo space whenever needed.
The tech
The automobile comes in two variations – the base and the premium. The base comes with a 6-speaker system, and the premium gets an upgrade that boasts an 8-speaker system. The one thing to remember is that all the models come with the standard digital instrument panel with about three display modes – Normal, Sport, and Track. In the Track mode, the display shows everything ranging from coolant temperature and oil temperature to position and engine speed. It also has an 8-inch multimedia touch screen giving you a truly amazing experience. It also has an amazing infotainment display and a 10-inch subwoofer, making all rides in the car worth remembering.
Speed and agility
One of the most important features of a sports car includes its ability to speed up, be as light as a feather, and show agility throughout the ride. The new Toyota GR86 passes all these tests with flying colors, It is capable of going from the speed of zero to 60mph in 6.1 seconds! The aluminum used in its exterior makes it a lighter vehicle that can be controlled when you are in the mood to speed up and turn that bend you thought was impossible.
Safety
The new Toyota GR86 possesses advanced safety and driver assistance technology. As the list of safety features depends on which model you buy – the manual or the automatic, you need to make the right choice according to your needs. In the automatic, the features include emergency braking, lane departure warning, lead vehicle start alert, and also adaptive cruise control!
Additional features
This automobile comes with a range of features starting from the standard Remote Connect that enables you to enter the car without having to pull out that key. It also has an anti-theft alarm and a push button to start instead of a key system. As you begin to get the feel of the steering wheel, you also notice the two USB ports and the auxiliary port that connects you to the speaker system.