By Lisa Burgess
Automakers leaning on one another to help minimize development costs and sharing the workload makes fun, low-profit-margin cars like the 2022 GR 86 and BRZ a reality, even if they turn out quite similar. Well, here it is, in bright red, which makes it easy to compare to the BRZ Subaru already unveiled in bright blue paint. Instead, the 2.0-liter flat-four from previous-generation 86 and BRZ has been upped to 2.4 liters for the new GR 86 and BRZ. See all 61 photos See all 61 photosWith the new GR 86, the front end is slightly different. This redesign's been a long time coming for the BRZ and GR 86, both of which have really pulled in a loyal following among car enthusiasts.
Every hero has a weakness, and the original Subaru BRZ and Scion FR-S (later Toyota 86) had two: power delivery and grip. Subaru's 2.4-liter makes 228 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. Torsional rigidity is up 50 percent, lending a feeling of absolute solidity that's uncommon in a car this small and affordable. Somehow, Subaru and Toyota grew the BRZ and the GR86 into formidable sports cars without abandoning the essential qualities that made them so endearing in the first place. BACK TO 10BEST 2022This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses.
[8]Versions Toyota 86, GT86 and FT86 Toyota 86 GTS (Australia; pre-facelift) Toyota 86 GT (Australia; pre-facelift) Toyota GT86 (United Kingdom; facelift) The Toyota 86 is available in Japan from Toyota's Netz Store and Corolla Store line of dealerships; the 1980s Corolla Levin and Sprinter Trueno were sold at the same networks. In Europe, GT86 models are generally the same as the Japanese 86 GT with a red/black leather/Alcantara interior with red stitching. In July 2014, an updated version of the Australian Toyota 86 range was launched with year designation MY15. [72] Due to the discontinuation of the Scion marque, in August 2016 the FR-S was re-branded as the Toyota 86 for the 2017 model year. This sale process was implemented as a consequence of the demand for the Toyota 86 far outstripping supply (resulting in long delivery times) and a low BRZ supplies for Australia.
The Subaru BRZ and Toyota GR 86 have been totally revamped for 2022 with a new, more powerful 2.4-liter engine, updated looks, and a litany of suspension and chassis upgrades that make them drive even better than their predecessors. LooksThe most obvious difference between the BRZ and the GR 86 is the way the two cars look. Toyota SubaruOut back the cars share a bit more, though if you go for the Premium trim on the GR 86, you’ll get an optional stick-on lip spoiler not available on any trim for the BRZ. Other changes to the suspension include aluminum front knuckles and stiffer rear trailing link bushings on the BRZ versus steel knuckles and carry-over bushings on the GR 86. Initial turn-in is sharper on the BRZ versus the GR 86, but the car is quicker to push into a corner when taken to its grip limit.
If you have ever looked for a budget-friendly, rear-wheel-drive sports car, we are sure you would have considered the Subaru BRZ and the Toyota 86 (renamed the GR 86 for 2022). We have another dissimilarity; the 2.4-liter mill in the Toyota GR 86 has a 12.5:1 compression ratio instead of the BRZ’s 13.5:1. - Advertisement -The reviewers found the Toyota GR 86 is a little slipperier around the corners. Availability and PriceToyota GR 86 Vs. Subaru BRZ. TakeawayIn essence, both the 2022 Subaru BRZ and 2022 Toyota GR 86 are identical with just a few differences.
Rear-Wheel Drive Fun: The Used Scion FR-S, Toyota 86 & Subaru BRZ Buyer's GuideJune 14, 2019Story By Mike GarrettIn the early part of this decade, rumors and speculation about a new rear-wheel drive sports car being co-developed by Toyota and Subaru had reached a fever pitch. That's why we decided to put together a quick buyer's guide to break down some of the differences and changes in the FR-S, 86 and BRZ over the years. 2013-2016 Subaru BRZHitting American shores right around the same time the FR-S arrived was the 2013 Subaru BRZ. Naturally, being newer and slightly improved when compared to the FR-S, the Toyota 86 carries a higher price on the secondhand market. Check out the upcoming 2020 Toyota 86 Hakone Edition.
