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The Toyota 86 launched to the public with great hype and fanfare in 2012 with Toyota and Subaru claiming that the product of their joint venture was an authentic rear-wheel-drive sports car with compelling styling and exceptionally balanced performance and handling.
Since its launch, the 86 (and variants) has received a host of updates on a near yearly basis and while available in various special and limited editions, the 86 here in Australia has been available in primarily 2 different trim levels, the GT and GTS.
However the 86 continues to be a divisive sports car with fans applauding its balance and handling while critics claim its underwhelming engine detracts from the overall experience.
The 86 was continually upgraded and improved during its lifecycle, most notably in 2017 where it received a redesigned front bar and subtly revised aesthetics. Extra spot welds in the C-pillars, revised intake and exhaust systems, modified pistons, a more rigid cylinder block and a differential gear-ratio change were also added.
Chassis improvements arrived including retuned shock absorbers and coil springs, along with a thicker rear stabiliser bar.
Interior changes for the upgrade featured a colour 4.2-inch multi-information display for the instrument cluster. New trim materials while the GT adopts the carbon-look trim that surrounds the gauges of the previous GTS model (full details listed below).
Buying an 86 (like any performance car) requires care and attention as many examples have been driven potentially far too enthusiastically, with quite a few being thoroughly abused.
The 86 (and its variants) are still thoroughly enjoyable and reliable sports cars and we highly recommend buying one.
However, we only recommend buying an 86 on the condition that it is as original as possible, is in excellent condition, has a full and thorough service history and shows no signs of abuse or damage.
Cheap and dodgy modifications can ruin these cars nearly as quickly as drivers with a lack of performance driving skills can send them into an accident. So while the 86 is a hugely enjoyable, safe, reliable and a relatively practical car, poor examples are common and are to be avoided at all costs.
The 86 (and its variants) are still thoroughly enjoyable and reliable sports cars and we highly recommend buying one.
However, we only recommend buying an 86 on the condition that it is as original as possible, is in excellent condition, has a full and thorough service history and shows no signs of abuse or damage.
Cheap and dodgy modifications can ruin these cars nearly as quickly as drivers with a lack of performance driving skills can send them into an accident. So while the 86 is a hugely enjoyable, safe, reliable and a relatively practical car, poor examples are common and are to be avoided at all costs.
The 86 (and its variants) are still thoroughly enjoyable and reliable sports cars and we highly recommend buying one.
However, we only recommend buying an 86 on the condition that it is as original as possible, is in excellent condition, has a full and thorough service history and shows no signs of abuse or damage.
Cheap and dodgy modifications can ruin these cars nearly as quickly as drivers with a lack of performance driving skills can send them into an accident. So while the 86 is a hugely enjoyable, safe, reliable and a relatively practical car, poor examples are common and are to be avoided at all costs.
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Body Styles
Engine Specs
Transmission
Fuel Consumption
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Kerb Weight
Towing
Ancap Ratings
Body Styles
Engine Specs
Transmission
Fuel Consumption
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Kerb Weight
Towing
Ancap Ratings
Warranty
Servicing
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Information correct as of Feb 23, 2024.
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