Introducing the All-New 2022 Toyota GR 86

If you’ve enjoyed driving the thrilling Toyota GR 86 in the past, you’re going to love the changes in the 2022 version. This exciting sports coupe will have more power and torque, some exterior styling designs, and new technology features.

Styling and Name Changes

Sometimes the name of a car can evoke excitement and this holds true for the GR 86 which stands for Toyota Gazoo Racing. This two-door race-inspired sports coupe features an aerodynamic front bumper and rear duckbill spoiler that give the car a muscular appearance. Cat-eye-shaped LED headlights set deep into the front of the GR 86, and the low dropped honeycombed grille, help to give the GR 86 a formidable look.

Powerful Performance and Handling

Whether you’re zipping up curving mountain roads or accelerating around the race track, the GR 86 excels in power and performance. New for 2022, the Toyota GR 86 has a 20% increase in engine displacement with a flatter torque curve so you can easily go from zero mph to 60 mph in 6.1 seconds instead of the old seven seconds in earlier versions.

Under the hood of this sports car is a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine pumping out 228 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. Previous models only created 205 horsepower and 156 pound-feet of torque, making the 2022 GR 86 a more powerful coupe. This engine pairs with a six-speed manual transmission for interactive driving or a six-speed automatic transmission with steering wheel paddle shifters for smooth shifting.

Interior Design

Step inside the 2022 GR 86 with seating for four people, and find upgraded bucket seats with side bolsters designed for comfort and support. Luxury 2022 upgrades include Alcantara upholstered seats with stylish leather accents. Feel like you’re driving a racecar with touches such as silver-colored accents and leather-trimmed driver touch-points throughout the cabin of the GR 86. You’ll find plenty of space to stash personal items around the cabin, and the fold-flat rear seats give you extra room for storing luggage and supplies.

Innovative Technology

Last year’s GR 86 featured a 7-inch touch screen, and in 2022, Toyota’s infotainment system features an 8-inch color touch screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration. Both of the GR 86 trims come with Bluetooth and a three-month trial of SiriusXM satellite radio. Listen to audio through the six-speaker sound system found on the base trim, or move up to the Premium trim to get an upscale eight-speaker audio system. Toyota Connected Services is an option to add to the technology of the 2022 GR 86.

Safety Features

With a sports coupe this fast and capable, it’s nice to know that the 2022 Toyota GR 86 comes equipped with numerous driver-assist features. Key features include a forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control. You also get automatic high-beam headlights and a lane mitigation system.

Stop by Toyota of Kingsport in Kingsport, TN today to learn more about the exciting 2022 Toyota GR 86 and take one for a test drive!

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