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- [Narrator] Sports car lovers, rejoice:
the next-generation Toyota GR 86 has arrived.
Born from years of rigorous testing on the racetrack,
few vehicles embody the excitement of driving
as thoroughly as GR 86,
and this all-new version is cranking that mentality
up to the max.
With its endlessly energetic personality,
it's no wonder GR 86 has earned the stamp of approval
from Akio Toyoda himself.
He may be president of the Toyota Motor Corporation,
but when he puts on his racing helmet,
he becomes Morizo,
his alter ego as Toyota's lead master driver,
and the only one who can decide
if a vehicle deserves a GAZOO Racing badge, or GR.
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Since GR 86 now falls under Toyota's GR performance brand,
it sits right alongside the legendary GR Supra
in the Toyota family.
And within its own lineup,
the new model will be offered in two grades,
GR 86 and GR 86 Premium,
both of which can be equipped with either a six-speed manual
or automatic transmission with paddle shifters.
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For GR 86, performance is the name of the game,
and this new generation takes a big step forward here.
GR 86 may already be known for its telepathic,
impeccably balanced handling,
and that's taken even further for this all-new generation,
with improved aerodynamics
and a chassis that's nearly 50% stiffer than before.
That said, its new powertrain
deserves time in the spotlight as well.
This boxer engine remains naturally aspirated
to make the most of its brilliant responsiveness,
but it's now 2.4 liters in size,
an increase of 20% over the previous generation.
As a result, it now puts out 228 horsepower at 7000 rpm,
as well as 184 pound-feet of torque at just 3700 rpm,
an impressive 2700 rpm sooner than before.
Like the previous generation,
either a six-speed manual transmission
or paddle-shifted six-speed automatic transmission
can be used to send power to the rear,
where a Torsen limited slip differential
helps ensure all that new torque
finds its grip on the pavement as intended.
All told, zero to sixty times have been shaved down
to jus 6.1 seconds for manual models
and 6.6 for automatics.
All that being said,
GR 86's appetite for speed is kept in check
through confidence-inspiring ventilated brakes,
11.6 inches up front and 11.4 in the rear.
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On the outside, GR 86's new design radiates refined,
athletic performance with its optimal front-engine,
rear-drive sports car proportions,
low, wide, with a cabin set far back behind a long hood.
And it takes this aggressive styling to the next level
with an array of sporty design elements,
like functional air inlets and brake cooling vents up front,
available 18-inch wheels along the side,
and a rear duckbill spoiler out back.
But when it comes to premium exterior features,
GR 86 delivers here, too,
with a Smart Key System for easy vehicle access,
and standard LED lighting that features
an Adaptive Front Lighting System on Premium models.
Unsurprisingly, GR 86's cabin remains
extremely driver-focused for its second generation.
Case in point?
The awesome new three-mode digital instrumentation
that offers different designs
depending on whether it's in Normal, Sport, or Track mode.
Similarly, the front seats are made for action,
with a deep bucket design with side bolsters
to help keep driver and passenger supported
during serious cornering.
But that's not to say it's light on premium touches, though,
with leather-trimmed accents on the parking brake,
shift boot, steering wheel for automatic models,
and even the seating itself for the Premium grade.
Sports car or not, though, GR 86 still offers
the practicality needed for daily driving.
It comes with standard automatic climate control
with a digital display,
as well as a two-by-two seating arrangement
that allows for passengers in back.
In fact, those rear seats can be folded down
to maximize 86's cargo capacity,
enough for a full set of tires for track day, in fact.
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GR 86's tech story isn't all under the hood,
its interior offers loads of entertainment and connectivity
thanks to its eight-inch touchscreen audio system.
This system features two USB ports,
as well as standard compatibility for Apple CarPlay,
which connects drivers to Apple Music, Maps,
Messages, and other favorite apps from your iPhone.
In addition, Android Auto compatibility
makes it easy to stay connected to Android devices.
Plus, there's also a standard
three-month SiriusXM All Access trial subscription
to more than 300 radio channels
accessible throughout the country,
as well as a range of seriously handy
Connected Services subscriptions.
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For a vehicle geared towards performance driving,
safety is critical.
Like all modern Toyota vehicles,
GR 86 includes a STAR Safety System,
while automatic transmission models take it a step further
with standard active safety systems
like Pre-Collision System,
Lane Departure Alert,
Automatic High Beams, and adaptive cruise control.
Even in terms of passive safety,
86 now features seven airbags,
including a driver's knee airbag.
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With this 2022 model, the Toyota GR 86
ushers in a new era of responsive, fun-to-drive performance.
And this is all combined
with Toyota's legendary quality and dependability,
great ownership value through services
like the ToyotaCare Maintenance Plan,
and a complimentary one-year membership
to the National Auto Sport Association,
the same one offered to GR Supra owners
that comes complete
with a high-performance driving experience
and a discounted admission to NASA sanctioned events.
It's obvious how this GR 86 is the sports car to beat
for a whole new generation.
Get behind the wheel yourself this fall.
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