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Added on the 30/10/2019 07:10:08 - Copyright : Auto Moto EN
Toyota presents the world debut of the new GR Supra GT4 Concept. It is a design and engineering study that explores how the newly launched fifth generation of the legendary Supra sports car might be developed as a competitive machine for international GT4 racing, accessible and affordable for privateer racers and small teams in line with Toyota’s worldwide support for grass-roots motorsport.The road-going Toyota GR Supra has essential qualities that make it an attractive proposition for GT4 racing, with its perfectly balanced chassis, two-seater cabin, highly rigid and light weight body, rear-wheel drive and very low centre of gravity. The combination of the short wheelbase and wide track gives it an ideal 1.55 “golden ratio” for excellent stability and agility, which are valuable assets in a series where the regulations use a balance of performance calculation (adjusting weight according to engine power) to ensure even competition across the field.
The Toyota GR Supra has made a remarkable impact, affirming its status as a sports car in its purest form, designed and engineered for the joy of driving. As the first global model to be developed by Toyota Gazoo Racing, it has drawn on Toyota’s sports car heritage while exploring new horizons of handling and performance.Now the range is being extended in the UK for the first time with the established 3.0-litre six-cylinder turbocharged engine being joined by a new 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo unit.The new 2.0-litre engine widens GR Supra’s market appeal and, being lighter and more compact than the 3.0-litre unit, improves the car’s inertia characteristics and chassis balance for even sharper handling.
The Toyota RAV4 pulls on the tracksuit: After the successful introduction in other model series, the compact SUV bestseller will also be rolling out this year as the GR SPORT. A sharper design, a sportier interior and an improved chassis characterize the new Toyota RAV4 GR SPORT.Visually, the newest members of the family are based on the motorsport appearance of Toyota Gazoo Racing. Black wheel arches, side moldings and rear door panels set accents, as do the black "G-mesh" pattern on the radiator grille and the distinctively framed fog lights. The front spoiler, which is dark silver in the hybrid model, forms a harmonious contrast; the plug-in has a gunmetal gray specimen. The subtle GR badges on the front and rear door also refer to the sporty variant.The RAV4 GR SPORT is also the first Toyota model to feature light-alloy wheels that are manufactured using a high-precision line-cutting process. The 19-inch gloss black wheels feature subtle machined pinstripes that underscore the bold five-double-spoke design.The electrically adjustable front seats have a suede look and artificial leather bolsters – the materials are free from animal products. The sporty character of the top model is indicated by the black GR logo on the headrests and silver contrast stitching on the seats, steering wheel and gear lever. The "gunmetal" gray is reflected in the trim strips on the doors and steering wheel.
With the new GR86, Toyota is introducing its third model from the GAZOO Racing family to be offered worldwide. Together with the GR Supra and the GR Yaris, the GR86 forms a fascinating trio of thoroughbred sports cars. The extensive experience of the factory team TOYOTA GAZOO Racing flowed directly into its development, whose diverse commitment in the top classes of international motorsport is crowned by numerous victories and championship titles.The new coupe marks the entry into Toyota's GR model range and gives a wider audience access to sporty handling and performance to match. As a logical further development of the predecessor called the GT86, with which Toyota has once again underlined its commitment to sports car construction, the new GR86 is also characterized by the classic configuration of front engine and rear-wheel drive. The engine is still a high-revving four-cylinder boxer, which thanks to a larger displacement can offer a significant increase in output and torque. Further technical modifications to the engine and transmission ensure that this additional potential is reflected in equally powerful acceleration across the entire engine speed range.
The new Toyota GR 86 is the third independent model from the Toyota Gazoo Racing brand. The trio benefits from its commitment to top international motor sport, which has brought the manufacturer several world championship titles in recent years.The new coupé enables a broader audience to enter the Gazoo Racing portfolio and thus access to a sporty driving experience. The GR 86 is a further development of the Toyota GT86 and retains its classic configuration of front engine and rear-wheel drive. The engine is still a lively four-cylinder boxer engine, the displacement of which has been increased to 2.4 liters for more torque and power. Technical adjustments to the engine and transmission ensure uniform, powerful acceleration across the entire engine speed range.In order to improve responsiveness and handling, the engineers have concentrated on weight reduction and a further lowering of the vehicle's center of gravity. Through the use of aluminum and other light and at the same time stable materials as well as the strategic reinforcement of the vehicle frame, the rigidity has been increased all round. The suspension was also adjusted, while the designers were supported in the development of new aerodynamic features by their colleagues in motorsport.
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