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Toyota let it be known that the months-ago delay to unveil their sister-model was owing to the fact that it was going to be so much different. The awe-inspiring 2022 Toyota GR 86 has now broken cover, just like the BRZ except for an utterly dissimilar bumper with the initials of Toyota’s Gazoo Racing division stuck on to its name.
The upgraded version sees more modifications
As far as the previous-gen Toyota 86 is concerned, it was a rare but fascinating combination of a proper sports car having a lightweight body with a rear-wheel-drive and a manual gearbox. In other words, the comparatively underpowered 2.0-litre engine was its drawback somehow. With the upgraded version, Subaru and Toyota strive to buff it out a bit with a powerful 2.4-litre engine that can churn out 223 hp which is way better than the previous one. The torque stats are satisfactory too as it can rise to 250 Nm, a fair enough improvement of 45 Nm as compared to its predecessor. This will certainly not put an end to the persistent appeals for a turbocharged model. It is also most likely that the omission of forced induction is an intentional move to omit room at the top for the four-cylinder Supra. Still, with the powerful engine, the new Toyota GR 86 shaves off an amazing 1.1 seconds from the 0 to 100 kph time, which now gets covered in as many as 6.3 seconds. Besides, the transmission choices are also the same, with the 6-speed manual living on for another generation, supported by a 6-speed automatic.
GR86 is truly an engineering masterpiece
The best thing about the Toyota GR 86 is that it is perfectly engineered to enhance the amusing drive experience of the old Toyota 86; hence the ideal structural combo of the outgoing model catches the eye of more petrolhead peeps. The chassis is worked on to improve torsional rigidity by almost 50 percent, ensuring that turning around a corner will definitely be even sharper. The engineers use aluminium for the roof and fenders in an effort to keep the weight in check. Something that truly sets 2022 Toyota GR 86 apart is its weight which falls somewhere around 1,270 kg and which is an achievement in itself. Now, just combine that with the enhancement in power, this little buddy should be a monstrous hoot to drive. Moreover, the new lightweight roof also aids in lowering the centre of gravity, which should have an immense effect on the handling. They have also put a lot of effort on enhancing aerodynamics and revising the suspension.
Designing at its best
Apparently, the 2022 Toyota GR 86 looks like the BRZ to a great extent, however, there are some modifications. The Toyota sports has a more aggressive grill design with some modifications in the LED headlamps as well. As far as its interior is concerned, the GR 86 shows off the same design as the Scooby, down to the design of the air vents as well as pedals.
It is expected that the 2022 Toyota GR 86 will be available for sale in its home market in a few months. More updates are likely to come about its gulf entry anytime soon.
