2023 Toyota GR86 horsepower
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Toyota bumped up the horsepower on its second-generation GR86 in 2022, bringing it from 205 horsepower and 156 pound-feet of torque to a healthier 228 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. To keep the momentum going for 2023, the Japanese carmaker has now created a special edition of the GR86 wearing new paint, a new spoiler, new wheels and more. Show
The two-seat 2023 Toyota GR86 SE will wear an exclusive coat of orange paint called Solar Shift. Additionally, it features black c-pillar racing stripes, forged 18-inch black wheels and will be limited to just 860 examples. The Toyota GR86, a joint venture with Subaru and its BRZ, originally went on sale in 2011 branded as the Scion FR-S. When the Scion brand was axed it became known as the 86, a nod to its sports car past and the rear-drive AE86 from the 1980s. When the second generation was introduced, it became the GR86 of today. The 2.4-liter engine that replaced the 2.0-liter last year brought 11 percent more horsepower and is tuned so peak torque of 184 pound-feet arrives at 3,700 rpm. The previous model didn't hit its max until 6,600 rpm, making this car way more responsive from slow speeds. 1 of 8
That engine is good for a zero to 60 sprint to 6.1 seconds with the six-speed manual and 6.6 seconds with the six-speed automatic with paddle shifters. Fuel economy comes in at 20 miles per gallon in the city and 27 on the highway with the manual. The automatic transmission is better, returning 21 mpg in the and 31 on the highway. In addition to the special model, the GR86 gets two trims for 2023. The base model rides on 17-inch wheels with 10 spokes and Michelin Primacy tires. Inside it gets six-way adjustable cloth seats, textured vinyl and sport fabric on the dash and doors, dual-zone climate control and an 8-inch touchscreen multimedia system. The GR86 Premium gets 18-inch wheels with higher performance Pilot Sport 4 tires. It too gets a duckbill spoiler sweeping up from the trunk. Inside buyers get heated seats covered in UltraSuede with leather side bolsters. Black and silver accent the cabin with an upgraded 8-speaker radio. A 10-inch subwoofer is optional. Wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth and three months of satellite radio are standard. The GR86 has one auxiliary audio connection and two USB ports. A 7-inch driver displays shows speed and revs and varies when the drive mode is switched from Normal to Sport to Snow and Track (Track mode is only available with the manual transmission). When that mode is picked, the display shows a tachometer in the middle along with water and oil temperatures. Non-SE models are available in seven colors including Track bRED, Halo White, Steel Silver, Pavement Grey, Raven Black, Neptune and Trueno Blue. The 2023 GR86 keeps its 53/47 front/rear weight balance and only tips the scales at 2,811 pounds with the manual transmission. The automatic transmission adds another 40 pounds. It kept the weight down an ounce at a time with a resin fuel-filler door, lightweight front seat frames, redesigned power steering system, as well as changes to the driveline and engine block. The GR86 automatic transmission model comes standard with safety features including Pre-Collision Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control, Pre-Collision Throttle Management, Lane Departure Warning, Sway Warning, Lead Vehicle Start Alert and High Beam Assist. Toyota didn't announce a price for the 2023 GR86, but the previous model started at $27,700. The new price should stick close to that. Why does it seem like the common man has been priced out of the fun-to-drive cars? Because for the most part, he has. Try finding a brand-new, manual transmission sports coupe for under $30,000 and you’ll discover only 4 cars from which to choose and two of them are essentially the same: the Subaru BRZ and the Toyota GR86. With a starting MSRP of $28,995 including the delivery fee, we should be thankful Toyota remains committed to this attainable, rear-wheel drive brand of motoring. So even though the selection is sparse, don’t worry; the GR86 delivers the goods you crave. Specifications
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A front shot of a Track bRED GR86 Premium with headlights on. When Scion died after the 2016 model year some of its cars lived on as Toyotas. Formerly known as the FR-S and then 86 when Toyota adopted it, this second-generation model receives the GR designation. Short for Gazoo Racing, Toyota’s three GR models are the pinnacle of the brand’s performance, all offered with stick shifts and two of them rear-wheel driven. With their over 15-year alliance growing stronger by the day, the GR86 is a jointly developed car with Subaru which itself markets it as the BRZ. Acceleration: From Boring to BreathtakingThe original 86 was a car of handling mettle but very little else. This car remedies previous shortcomings and shows maturation in all key areas. In the radiant, Track bRED upcharge paint mounted atop matte-black 18” alloys and high-performance tires, this car commands attention. The enlarged 2.4-liter Subaru Boxer engine, utilizing Toyota’s dual fuel-injection system, breathes new life into the 86 with 228 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of earlier hitting torque. The more readily available acceleration has blossomed from boring to breathtaking, capable of neck-snapping shifts throughout the transmission’s six gears. Kids’ Driving Fantasies Realized Interior driving shot of Steve Hammes driving a GR86 Premium on curvy road. Beyond the newfound speed, the 86 resonates with enhanced exhaust sounds and upper-echelon handling precision. The Michelin Pilot Sport 4s creates a go-cart-like turn-in, and now, powering out of the corners is exponentially more satisfying - the limited-slip differential assisting with that. Want more unbridled, rear-wheel drive fun? The Track setting, for use by experienced drivers and activated by pressing the console switch for one second or more, removes the kid-glove treatment by manipulating the traction and stability control systems permitting increased maneuverability i.e., drifting and power slides. Track mode also converts the meter cluster to a tachometer-focused driver display with other performance measurement tools to the left. Weighing a scant 2,833 pounds and now with an even lower center of gravity, the curvier the road the better for the GR86; this is what you fantasized driving would be like when you were a kid playing with Matchbox cars. Its Own Personality Track bRED GR86 Premium parked in front a textured building showcasing its profile. Reminiscing about my BRZ test drive last year, I don’t recall it feeling quite this stiff nor as finicky to drive in traffic. Engaging 1st gear in the GR86 is rarely a smooth undertaking though the mildly-weighted clutch pedal itself is otherwise easy to modulate. Maybe it’s just me, but the 86 comes across as a hair more hardcore than the Subie; a little less everyday-friendly, if you will. The GR86 exists for one reason only: to be driven. And I don’t mean for your daily commute or highway travel; it’s not very proficient at either of those. This is a purebred sports car, the kind that’s driven when there’s time to drive for fun. It’s a bit loud, definitely firm in its ride, and by no means lavish. But it’s exponentially better than before in every way and this high-reviving Boxer engine is the key subject - the perfect match for this playful chassis. All told, the GR86 is a simple but brilliant piece of engineering with handling attributes akin to a more powerful Miata. Stick with the Stick A cabin shot through the passenger door of the front interior of the GR86 Premium. Toyota offers a more fuel-efficient 6-speed automatic at an added cost of $1,500 but unless you’ve got a good reason, I wouldn’t do it. Much of the joy here comes courtesy of being one with the car achievable only by DIY shifting, plus this stick shift model is faster, dispensing 60 mph in 6.1-seconds. And don’t be afraid to take it all the way to the 7,500 RPM redline – some crazy-sounding performance lives up here. To up the ante, Toyota also sells a host of GR-branded accessories including a louder exhaust system. On premium gas, you get between 20 mpg city/27 mpg highway with a 290-mile driving range. Base model or Premium Trim? Close-up of the 8" touchscreen display in the GR86 Premium. Inside, the Premium trim invites heated sports seats with suede inserts, aluminum sport pedals, and an 8-speaker audio system with an amplifier. Blind spot detection is also included but only the automatic-equipped GR86 Premium gets all of the driver assistance goodies such as auto high beams, rear park assist with automatic braking and adaptive cruise control. The 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system is super basic with no built-in navigation making it simple to use. It also includes wired – not wireless- phone projection for CarPlay and Android Auto with the USB port located inside the covered center console cupholders thus making the positioning of the device itself a bit tricky and messy. Mini Compact Dimensions
Rear seats in the GR86 Premium as shot through the passenger's side door. The manually-adjusted, sport-bolstered front seats are the right choice for athletic driving but there’s no height adjustment on the passenger’s side so the short will suffer but both front positions offer greater comfort than before. There’s also dual-zone climate control and some flashy opening and closing GR animations on the touchscreen and driver display. The trunk’s mini-compact luggage volume offers only six cubic feet but the rear seats do fold in one piece to create expanded space. The trunk’s opening is wide enough making it slightly more accommodating than it looks. And there might as well not even be rear seats; they’re completely unsuitable for people. The GR86 is a true 2+2 sports coupe. With no options other than the special color, this GR86 Premium stickers for $32,020 – a $200 increase over last year’s model. Beyond the aforementioned summer-use tires, the Premium trim includes adaptive front lighting and a duckbill rear spoiler. New For The 2023 GR86 A Solar Shift GR86 10th anniversary model parked in a studio facing front three-quarter. If you’re into orange, good news; Toyota is producing a limited run of 860 special edition Solar Shift GR86s for the 2023 model year. Also included are GR cat-back exhaust and c-pillar graphics, celebrating the car’s 10th anniversary. Is the Toyota GR86 fast?The GR86 can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 6.1 seconds when equipped with the manual transmission. That's pretty quick for an affordable sports car. The automatic transmission adds a half-second to this sprint. Toyota claims a top speed of 140 mph for the GR86.
Is the 2023 Toyota GR86 fast?Performance and Fuel Economy
That's only 23 hp more than the previous generation car, but thanks in part to its improved torque curve, the latest GR86 is much quicker to 60 mph at 5.8 seconds. A six-speed manual is the default. It's quicker than the automatic, and it's the transmission we've always preferred.
How much horsepower does a GR86 Toyota have?The new model is powered by a 2.4-liter horizontally opposed four-cylinder engine that makes 228 horsepower, which is 23 hp more than the outgoing model's 2.0-liter mill. The result is a phenomenal driving experience for the price, a combo that's worthy of spots on our 10Best and Editors' Choice lists.
Does the GR86 have a turbo?It bumped displacement and power in the latest, second-generation GR86, but it's clear nothing short of a boosted motor will satisfy the turbofans. So, it is with both excitement and regret that we bring you news that Toyota has actually built a turbocharged GR86.
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