Toyota 86

Toyota GT86 (since 2012)

The first time at the Tokyo Motor Show 2011 Toyota GT 86 is presented a four-seater sports coupe of the Japanese car manufacturer Toyota and the first of its kind since the cessation of the Celica in August 2005, when his successor, he is. Was developed the model of the Vercarmodel Saro Italian Orbassano. The first concept vehicle was introduced under the name Toyota FT -86 and differed visually or from the later production model.

The 2 2- seater designed GT86 appeared on 15 September 2012 at the European market with a starting price of about 30,000 euros. Comparable models are about the Peugeot RCZ and the Audi TT. According to the Federal Motor Vehicle Office, a total of 1139 Toyota GT86 From June to December 2012 registered in Germany, of which 669 vehicles by commercial holder.

A roadster version of the GT86 was presented as an Open Concept at the Geneva Motor Show in 2013 and the first prototypes will be developed.

Development

The Toyota GT 86 is the result of a collaboration between Toyota and Fuji Heavy Industries, which also belongs to Subaru. The Toyota Motor Corporation holds a shareholding of 16.5 % of Fuji Heavy Industries. Both partners have introduced their technical knowledge in this cooperation. From Toyota, among others, the design and the D -4S injection system, the engine of the GT 86 come, however, was developed by Subaru, which in turn is just a subsidiary of Fuji Heavy Industries. The GT 86 is thus the sister model of the Subaru BRZ, but they differ in some details.

Sister models

In addition to Toyota in Japan called simply 86, there are two other nearly identical models: on the one hand the Subaru BRZ, and for the Scion FR-S, which is only produced for the North American market. Scion is a car brand of the Japanese automaker Toyota, which should appeal targeted younger customers.

Scion FR-S

All three car models are almost identical and differ only in details in the interior, the body and the headlights in the front air dam, chassis tuning and the corresponding brand logos. Engine and transmission are the same for all vehicles.

According to the Federal Motor Vehicle Office 81 Subaru BRZ From June to December 2012 registered in Germany, of which 70 vehicles by commercial holder.

Specifications

A front built petrol engine in boxer-type with 2 liters capacity, 4 cylinders, 147 kW ( 200 hp ) and 205 Nm drives the rear wheels. The GT 86 is built by the Toyota Motor Corporation. The consumption is 7.8 l/100 km with Toyota (EC - total) to.

You can choose between a six-speed manual and a six-speed automatic, which is operated via shift paddles on the steering wheel. Is available as standard ESP and ABS. The GT86 is kept light and compact, its curb weight is depending on the version 1230-1238 kilograms. The weight distribution between the axles is 53:47 per cent, 25 per cent Torsen limited-slip differential and stability control (VSC manually deactivated) to prevent loss of traction. The maximum 147 kW ( 200 hp ) at 7000 rpm to lie, the torque of 205 Nm at 6400-6600/min.

Cockpit

Trunk

Origin of the name

According to Toyota, the number 86 is to be understood in name as a reference to the Toyota Corolla AE86, also a small, lightweight and popular especially in the tuning and drift scene coupe.

In addition, the engine is designed with a square bore and stroke of 86 millimeters - just like on some engines earlier Toyota sports car. The diameter of the exhaust pipe is 86 mm. This is represented by a logo on the front wings in the form of two opposed pistons, and the number 86 between them.

Concept Cars

Was at the North American International Auto Show 2007 Toyota presented the FT -HS hybrid car a first study, with a 294 kW (400 hp ) V6 3.5 liter engine and an electric motor fitted. Much of the technology was based on the then Lexus GS450h. Due to its high performance, he was traded by the press rather than a possible successor to the adjusted 2002 Supra Mk.4 ( JZA80 ). Some design elements of the production car are visible already at this early study.

At the Tokyo Motor Show 2009 Toyota was the first time the near-series concept FT -86, which already had a boxer engine with 2 liters capacity. The electric motor was omitted.

At the Tokyo Motor Show 2010 was the first time the FT -86 G Sports to see a modified version of the FT -86 study. The power has been increased by the use of a turbocharger. With lightweight construction, mounting parts made ​​of carbon fiber sport bucket seats Recaro brand and a roll cage, the compact sports car was designed for the racetrack.

At the Geneva Motor Show 2011, the development was presented, the FT- 86 II, which was characterized mainly by its distinctive LED daytime running lights. With the Subaru BRZ STi Concept and the Scion FR-S Concept, the two sister models had their own concept cars. During the BRZ STi with its four tailpipes, a fixed rear spoiler and many air inlets is designed to be very athletic, the FR- S sets with its illuminated " Scion " logo on the rear futuristic accents.

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