2022 toyota gr86

A little background. The GR86 is a close cousin to Subaru’s BRZ. Subaru and Toyota jointly engineered the BRZ and GR86, which is why it’s Subaru’s only non-AWD vehicle (keeps costs down) and why it packs the only 4-cylinder boxer engine in Toyota’s lineup. Boxers are a Subaru specialty (Porsche too) and provide smooth power that’s very linear. Toyota gr86 2022 Considering that we did the ENEOS 86 Challenge and both an intake and exhaust shootout with the 1st-generation FRS/BRZ/86, we have nearly 1,000 dyno runs of these vehicles in our database. On the DSPORT Dynojet dynamometer, the first-generation the stock FA20 powerplant delivers 173 horsepower to the wheels (equates to 203.5 horsepower at the flywheel). This is right in line with Toyota’s claim of 200 horsepower at the flywheel (underated by just 1.75 percent).

So it’s definitely better and definitely a lot of fun. What’s not to love? Well, the Subaru BRZ has a noticeably better ride, for one, and we would recommend it first as a result. Beyond that, the automatic may be superior to a Miata’s, but it still lacks the smarts and responses of a dual-clutch automated manual. You’ll also obviously be sacrificing some practicality compared to similarly priced four-door hot hatches by going with a two-door car with a tiny back seat. Ultimately, though, the GR86 and BRZ twins are two of our favorite cars, and we’re thrilled they’ve lived to see another generation. We wish there were more cars like ’em. Toyota GR86 vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Standard equipment includes 17-inch alloy wheels and LED headlights. Inside, look for sport bucket seats up front, an eight-inch infotainment display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, plus a seven-inch digital instrument cluster.