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Toyota beefs up new GR Supra with manual gearbox

Toyota beefs up new GR Supra with manual gearbox

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Ever since its first generation*1 in 1978, the Toyota Supra has earned legions of fans with its faithfully retained front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout powered by an in-line six-cylinder engine*2.

In addition to the Supra having competed in numerous types of motorsports in the past and currently running in Super GT, the Supra-based, race-specific GR Supra GT4 achieved cumulative sales of 50 units (by the end of 2021), after roughly a year and a half on the market. These and other achievements have made the Supra a model that can be enjoyed on both public roads and racing circuits.

Underlying the latest enhancements is a further-matured chassis for more-refined driving performance and notably a manual transmission – driven by strong customer demand and expectations. The manual transmission has been developed for the 3.0 models to complement the Supra’s high-output engine and supremely capable chassis. 

Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) control and finely tuned shock absorber improves roll balance and ride comfort. The Revised chassis control systems (AVS, electric power steering, and Vehicle Stability Control) improves overall steering feel and control when pushing to the limits.

Newly designed 19-inch forged aluminium wheels with revised spoke and cross-sectional shapes add lighter weight and higher rigidity, while sharing design flair with the wheels of the GR Yaris and GR86 for improved performance and functional beauty.

Newly adopted Premium Titanium Dark Silver paint creates a motorsport-like look & feel, while the reduced eight of 1.2 kg per wheel contributes to improved ride comfort and handling stability.

The revised Supra model line-up will debut at The Festival of Motoring, taking place at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit in August 2022. Dealer ordering will open in May, with sales commencing in Q3. Both Auto and Manual 3.0T variants will be offered with pricing announced at launch timing. 

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