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Next-Generation Toyota GT86 To Be Called GR86: Report
Next-Generation Toyota GT86 To Be Called GR86: Report-November 2024
2024-02-19 EST 22:12:48

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The is getting long in the tooth and there’s been much talk of the next generation. This discussion concerns the next car’s name, and word is Toyota might drop the “GT” moniker.

The GT86's yet-unnamed successor will reportedly be called the GR86—the “GR” no doubt standing for , Toyota’s sporting line, according to . It’s common knowledge Toyota boss is , so this tracks.

Per Autocar:

The original GT86 pre-dated the creation of that brand, which started with the and will also include the , the first model developed purely by . The next GT86 is set to be rebranded to bring it in line with that nomenclature.

The outlet also believes the next GT86 will be built on .

In the past, the upcoming GT86 and Subaru BRZ might produce more power because the new cars could use a version of Subaru’s turbocharged, boxer flat-four engine that’s found in the . Currently, that engine is rated at 260 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque. If anyone ever had complaints about the GT86/BRZ, it’s that their naturally aspirated engines didn’t make enough power.

I hope the GR86 will be legitimately cool and deserving of the GR nomenclature. It wasn’t that long ago Toyota unveiled its and it was, uh, . But I’m staying positive because the .

We’ve reached out to Toyota for confirmation on the new name and will update if we hear back.

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