“Built by passion.” This seems to be the statement which could be a perfect description for Toyota 86.

The sports car which is an evolution of the iconic AE86 of the Japanese brand Toyota, has sophisticated features, mostly attributed by its 86 mm x 86 mm bore and stroke; thus, where the model’s name is derived.

Launched  recently this year, the Toyota 86 is elegantly designed and engineered with safety features–qualities of a racing car, which factors the need of the racing enthusiasts. The inception of Toyota 86 has employed the participation of the racing experts, integrating  the vital automobile requirement for safety in interior mechanisms and aesthetic designs.

The curvy modern exterior of the 86 with Boxer engine is streamlined to aesthetic quality, attributing its appeal to car enthusiasts, who come to passionately favor the car from the inside out.

Toyota 86 is a modern classic- a road doll because of its beauty and yet a rough rival in race tracks.

Auto Facts:

Safety features:

  • 7 SRS airbags,
  • Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and Traction Control (TRC),
  • an advanced braking package with Anti-skid Braking System (ABS),
  • Electric Brakeforce Distribution (EBD),
  • Brake Assist (BA).

Development:

A sport car jointly developed by Subaru and Toyota. It is sold in different brands:

  • Toyota 86 in Japan and Australia[1]
  • Toyota GT-86 in Europe
  • Subaru Subaru BRZ
  • Scion Scion FR-S

Predecessors:

Toyota Corolla Levin series AE86 and the Toyota Sprinter Trueno series AE86

Model years 2012 – present
Assembly Ōta, Gunma, Japan
(Subaru facility)
Class Sports car
Body style 2-door coupé
Layout Front-engine, rear-wheel drive
Engine 2.0 L 4U-GSE / FA20 boxer engine
Transmission 6-speed manual
6-speed automatic
Wheelbase 2,570 mm (101.2 in)
Length 4,240 mm (166.9 in)
Width 1,775 mm (69.9 in)
Height 1,285 mm (50.6 in)

 

Reference: Wikipedia

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