And again, the Toyota/Scion version has a better front fascia than the BRZ.
If I don't end up going crazy and getting a 981 S, it will be one of these two most likely.
Here it is, in the flesh: The new Toyota GR 86. We’ve already seen the new BRZ, but now we get to officially see its Toyota cousin.
Like the BRZ, the engine has been upgraded to a 2.4-liter, naturally aspirated flat-four that makes 228 horsepower and 184 lb.-ft. of torque. Other similarities include 215/40R18 tires found on the “Limited” trim of the BRZ, while curb weight comes in at around 2800 pounds.
On first looks, the only major difference here between Subaru and Toyota looks to involve the front grille, which on the 86 uses a honeycomb-esque opening instead the horizontal slats found on the BRZ. Much of the exterior styling looks virtually identical to its close Subaru relative.
The press release included a link to the new 86’s launch (in Japanese):
Toyota notes that the new 86 is scheduled to launch in Japan this fall, though no mention of when it will be available in other markets.
Is it better that the two models embrace their similarities, or would you like to see more distinct characteristics between the GR 86 and the BRZ?
And again, the Toyota/Scion version has a better front fascia than the BRZ.
If I don't end up going crazy and getting a 981 S, it will be one of these two most likely.
z31maniac said:And again, the Toyota/Scion version has a better front fascia than the BRZ.
If I don't end up going crazy and getting a 981 S, it will be one of these two most likely.
Interesting. I like the BRZ front end better this time around. It's a little bit Porsche-like, while the grille on the Toyota version looks a little bit flat to me, almost like it got punched in the face.
rslifkin said:z31maniac said:And again, the Toyota/Scion version has a better front fascia than the BRZ.
If I don't end up going crazy and getting a 981 S, it will be one of these two most likely.
Interesting. I like the BRZ front end better this time around. It's a little bit Porsche-like, while the grille on the Toyota version looks a little bit flat to me, almost like it got punched in the face.
The BRZ was growing on me and I agree it looks Porsche-y. But I like the less fussy look of the GR.
z31maniac said:rslifkin said:z31maniac said:And again, the Toyota/Scion version has a better front fascia than the BRZ.
If I don't end up going crazy and getting a 981 S, it will be one of these two most likely.
Interesting. I like the BRZ front end better this time around. It's a little bit Porsche-like, while the grille on the Toyota version looks a little bit flat to me, almost like it got punched in the face.
The BRZ was growing on me and I agree it looks Porsche-y. But I like the less fussy look of the GR.
Agree 100%
toyota looks better
get your Porsche !
The brz kind of looks like a porsche macan
Wait, GR-86? Why the R? Is this a Gazoo product?
mr2s2000elise said:z31maniac said:rslifkin said:z31maniac said:And again, the Toyota/Scion version has a better front fascia than the BRZ.
If I don't end up going crazy and getting a 981 S, it will be one of these two most likely.
Interesting. I like the BRZ front end better this time around. It's a little bit Porsche-like, while the grille on the Toyota version looks a little bit flat to me, almost like it got punched in the face.
The BRZ was growing on me and I agree it looks Porsche-y. But I like the less fussy look of the GR.
Agree 100%
toyota looks better
get your Porsche !
I did a ton of searching over the weekend. I'm not sure if I want to spend the money it's going to take to get one in the condition/miles/options I want. Have to see if prices calm down as it starts to cool down.
In reply to spandak :
Yeah, it's being grouped into the "GR Lineup" alongside the Supra and the bonkers version of the Yaris we don't get.
I like the grill of the 86 more but the potential to add functional brake ducts on the brz side inserts.
If you want either one, act quickly, as I suspect it'll be a short production run once the 400z comes out. Which is ashame as the new frisbee running E85 likely checks nearly all the boxes.
In reply to captdownshift (Forum Supporter) :
I suspect a 400Z optioned the way most will want is going to push it past the $40k mark. The base has little more than AC and cruise control.
Less than $30k vs more than $40k is very different for guys pushing to afford a twin. On the average note that's a $200+/month difference in payment.
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