Launched for 2013, the Toyota 86 and Subaru BRZ developed out of a partnership that enabled the Japanese manufacturers’ respective motorsport arms to flex their efficiency chops on a finances. Although the 86’s inside and exterior designs do not change a lot for the 2022 mannequin, a brand new Subaru boxer engine boosts energy however nonetheless lacks a turbocharger. 

A 2.4-liter flat-4 replaces the outgoing 2.0-liter flat-4, rising output from 205 hp and 156 lb-ft of torque within the outdated Toyota 86 to 232 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque within the 2022 mannequin. The height torque comes on a lot earlier at 3,700 rpm, in line with Toyota, as an alternative of 6,700 rpm earlier than. Acceleration improves from a 0-62 mph time of seven.4 seconds down to six.3 seconds.

The 86 is barely supplied in rear-wheel drive, and buyers can select between carryover transmissions, a 6-speed guide or 6-speed automated. The MacPherson strut entrance and double-wishbone rear suspensions stay the identical. The physique is about an inch longer and rides a bit decrease, however the automotive is about 25 kilos heavier regardless of aluminum fenders and roof panels, and light-weight updates to the entrance seats and mufflers. The load acquire is available in half from efforts to enhance torsional rigidity by 50% over the outgoing mannequin, which ought to improve stability and enhance dealing with. 

The outside will get a matrix grille and purposeful facet air intakes that, together with the facet sill spoilers, had been tailored from Gazoo Racing GR motorsports components.

Inside, the Toyota 86 incorporates a 7.0-inch digital show within the instrument cluster, however Toyota did not disclose if the touchscreen would develop from 7.0- to eight.0 inches because it does within the new BRZ. Fashions with an automated transmission include Subaru’s EyeSight driver-assist know-how that features automated emergency braking, although Toyota did not specify which options would come within the 86. 

Pricing is anticipated later within the 12 months, nearer to when the 2022 Toyota 86 goes on sale. We hope it is going to keep beneath $30,000 to compete with different reasonably priced sports activities automobiles such because the Hyundai Veloster N and Mazda MX-5 Miata.