Is the 2022 Toyota GR 86 Automatic a BETTER sports car than a Mazda Miata?

The ALL NEW GR 86 is ready for action and Toyota has brought some big changes for 2022. On the outside you will notice a totally new look with updated headlights, front fascia, wheels, duck bill spoiler and rear bumper. On the inside you will discover new interior bits including steering wheel, seats, and center console. Under the hood is now a 2.4L flat-4 that produces 228HP & is mated to a revised 6-speed automatic transmission. Is the 2022 Toyota GR 86 Automatic a BETTER sports car than a Mazda Miata?
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[@jimmypena2442]

I love the side profile. Looks like an rcf in pictures

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@DeltonBoswell]

Thanks Joe for taking the time to review the automatic GR86, I understand the excitement and enthusiasm for manual but I personally enjoyed watching a review of the automatic. It would be the one I would have to purchase because it would be my daily driver and would be in stop & go traffic three hours a day. I am also glad they brought over the eye sight safety, as those features would be critical for keeping me safe in heavy traffic daily. Keep up the great work Joe!

[@RaitisRides]

Very great point Delton!

[@DeltonBoswell]

@@RaitisRides Thanks Joe I always look forward to your videos. Now I’m off to order a “cold cut combo” for dinner lol.

[@dielaughing73]

Dude you need to do something about your commute!

[@amirnikdel9306]

that eye sight would help so much in bringing insurance down

[@dielaughing73]

@@iheartgs400 yes of course, my manual is painful and at those times I wish I had an auto. I was just saying that 90min commute each way thru heavy traffic is not good, for your wallet, your home life or your blood pressure!

[@jonathankirkpatrick289]

At first I wasn’t a fan of the redesign but the more i look at it the more i fall in love with it. Depending on the price i might have to pick one up after my lease is up

[@KiraOniiChan]

I like the look of the redesign but I like the GR86 front way more, I was conflicted pm the tail lights but I'm starting to like them

[@aceshadowins1310]

Yea it's starting to look more and more clean

[@timvibes]

This car is not about being the fastest or the most horsepower. It's about the thrill on the twisty bits.

[@omarcortes5754]

I would pick this over the miata.

[@tehbeardedflip8828]

Nah, Miata is always the answer.

[@inko123]

@@tehbeardedflip8828 😏😆

[@simtherapy9533]

Guys calm down. Just buy both.

[@steve8803]

@@tehbeardedflip8828 Miata is the answer, for your wife.

[@pkkiller_apathy4568]

@@simtherapy9533 I'm too poor after turbo so miata

[@slimpickering1699]

I’m looking for a lot more on the auto. I want to see it in different modes with a good driver describing highs and lows. It sounds like it’s shifting just right and could be my first automatic sports car ever.

[@Jesusprayerwarriorbw]

Same here!

[@ZAZA--2199]

Same too

[@joshb6382]

Lovin the Japanese sports car videos joe, keep up the great work I can’t wait to see some more videos like this! 👍

[@nartnayr]

“what does katana mean?” “it means japanese sword” -samurai cop

[@guillermoblanco5322]

I don’t understand why you didn’t reach the 1 million subscribers yet you are a crack=beast bro I love the way that you describe all the vehicles on your videos, god bless your KZbin channel and I hope you get that million subscribers soon, keep the awesome work 👍

[@LuisRodriguez-pf8tt]

Grande Guillermo

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you for having my back! We appreciate you!

[@RaitisRides]

@@LuisRodriguez-pf8tt gracias!

[@guillermoblanco5322]

@@LuisRodriguez-pf8tt gracias hermano de verdad que hace muy buen contenido y me gusta ver las personas triunfar 🏆💪🙏

[@guillermoblanco5322]

@@RaitisRides Always my friend you and your team are the best 👍🙏

[@TheDiskinsDoEverything]

I just bought an automatic BRZ after watching this. I had reservations, not being able to do a manual due to injury, but your pure joy changed that for me. Drove it home yesterday and am so glad I have this car and not to mention all the goodies that come with the automatic. Honestly, on a normal drive it handles shifts just fine and I was still able to peel out using the manual control at the shifter. I found myself going 100 on the way home and almost couldn’t even tell the car is so absolutely in control of itself.

[@bobbyc1849]

Good for a Costco Run was all I needed to hear. Sing me up for a red one.

[@franzvanjulio5523]

I like this car, Joe. I also really like the Z, particularly after your review. Being here in the southern Arizona, I think that center console could definitely hold two bean and cheese burritos or about six empanadas. Good video, as always.

[@DysphoriaRL]

Fellow Arizona resident knows his burrito measurements 🤌

[@davidp2888]

F word (functionality), C word (cute), A word (aggressive). Nice!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it all with you!

[@heithwatkins]

Miata is the one for me. But I owned the first generation, so Iam biased. Flip a coin. They are both awesome.

[@ronnieshultz3875]

One thing I like about this car is that you won’t see these in the streets often nowadays you see all types of different years and models of mustangs, Camaros, challengers, chargers cause they’re “muscle” but as far as sports cars you don’t really see these cars in the streets and for the price tag it’s a very very tempting car to buy. Wish it had a little bit more HP but it’s still enough to easily have fun with in the backroads or on the track if you’re into that.

[@africa_explained_tv]

Miata is ALWAYS the answer. No matter what. Plus the Mazda has a much nicer interior.

[@adama047]

It's a sports coupe, so your answer is yes.i love the side sill design as it kicks up at the rear, and follows the shape of the rear spoiler. Very cohesive. I'm surprised there's no braking upgrade available, would make it an even greater track beast. Joe, your attention to detail by reviewing all models, has always impressed. I could watch your driving impressions on a track day, all the time! Great review! Lori, awesome video! Thanks for all your hard work!

[@louisbabycos106]

He said optional brembo calipers

[@brandoncofrancisco789]

It's absolutely a real sports car. It's built with motorsports in mind. And you know what? It looks like a fun little car.

[@LeicaM82]

I definitely will look for the comparison video, and also for winter driving experiences. It’s a 3-way trade for me, a new premium GR86 plus snow ties and rims for around $35k, an LT1 Camaro for the same money, or keep my existing NB2 Miata and separate snow car. Definitely a first-world problem to have.

[@angeldustfairy]

I want to be you when I grow up 🙂

[@wbwayne8887]

Loving that new GR86, I'm glad you and Lori were able to bring it to me. Make mine manual, however it would be nice to see more manual cars be equipped with adaptive cruise, etc. Honda did it for the 2020 Civic Si.

[@braetonwilson4296]

Toyota did it for the 2020-2022 Toyota Corolla sedan and hatchback!!

[@filipprucnal]

Even normal cruise control would be enough. I don't understand why they decided to leave this out Edit: seems like the manual will get cruise control as well (just not the fancy adaptive one). I've seen a couple POV reviews and the cruise control stalk is there in the manual

[@DysphoriaRL]

@@filipprucnal maybe they are trying to do MAXIMIM weight reduction and savings on the manual since they assume peolle in the manual will beat on the car more and race it? Idk, thats my guess

[@jeffrbake]

@@DysphoriaRL I think there are some technical issues with adaptive cc and manuals. Get a little finicky when you want the car to speed up or slow down without user input. What happens if you need to shift gears during this process? Normal CC works on manuals because you get to where you want to be and leave it there.

[@jonasbaine3538]

@@jeffrbake bull. My 15 mustang gt 6speed has radar adaptive cruise. Makes traffic incredibly easy. Just shift gear and reset cruise and it continues keeping correct distance. It’s bullshit they didn’t include it for manual gr86. Mustang will also full panic brakes extremely hard with the 6 piston brembo brakes

[@migueldayot3762]

for what the car has to offer it’s amazing!

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right!

[@meyersmichael975]

@@RaitisRides that front end looks like from the early 2000s it’s simple my 08 accord has more details what’s wrong with them

[@meyersmichael975]

@@RaitisRides is the transmission going to go out at around 80,000 miles lmao

[@DysphoriaRL]

@@meyersmichael975 its a lexus transmission. Dont worry about it going out ever tbh

[@whodat9198]

@@meyersmichael975 a honda person talking about automatic transmissions? that's funny

[@fenderman6127]

I’ve been waiting so long for this car! Gonna get one as soon as it comes out

[@RaitisRides]

You will love it!

[@atilaevren]

same here cant wait

[@MrOfficer235]

Thanks Joe! My wife and I are super stoked for this car. And yes it absolutely is a sport car and affordable. Excited for its release!

[@IMikePlays]

When he was on the track riding it, I just know that I'll have the same face when I get one someday ❤️

[@RaitisRides]

Heck yeah Mike! Thanks for taking the ride with me!

[@IMikePlays]

@@RaitisRides I always end up opting for the automatic version thinking about the future if ever one leg won't work, atleast I could still drive my 86, I really love riding mtb that's why I always think about it even though I would really love to try the manual someday

[@franciscocamarena1684]

I don't even have to see the video to give it a like! Amazing video as always Joe!!

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very awesome!

[@kicksonfeet2294]

Miata sucks

[@robertroccii7117]

@@kicksonfeet2294 No. If you live in California. GR86 is better for daily use and cold zones of America. I am riding an Mazda CX-30 with 186HP 6MT and FWD and it´s enjoyable but the Toyota GR86 will me bring more Fun during driving. I hope we´ll get the GR86 soon in Europe(Germany).

[@kicksonfeet2294]

@@robertroccii7117 Miata sucks

[@robertroccii7117]

@@kicksonfeet2294 It´s not a bad Car but there a better cars for Coupé Lovers.GR86 is such a beautiful Coupé. I´m driving Mazda but the GR86 is amazingly beautiful and the 4cylinder Boxer is now better and that´s amazing cheap for us.

[@thepizzazebra1733]

Yep, I'm on the grind for this car now. Let's hope it stays sub $30k

[@michaelchafin9382]

You get it ?

[@Unchainedmaple888]

Personally I really miss the aggressive shark like looks of the old 86, especially in Neptune Blue, but the new GR86 look is slowly growing on me. Also, I don't really need brembo brakes but I wish they painted the brake calipers red from the factory. Would've been a really nice final aesthetic touch.

[@RaitisRides]

There are still some new one available if you look!

[@brandoncomer6492]

If I wanted a pure driving car I'd get a MX-5. If I wanted a toy that was more practical I'd get BRZ. I just don't don't think the Toyota does anything that sets it apart. The 86 has more HP, but the Miata is actually the faster car in both the 0-60 and the 1/4 mile because it's so much lighter. The MX-5 has a better clutch/shifter, a better power band(specifically in the low end), better gearing, and is a convertible. I also don't agree that this car looks more "aggressive" than the new ND Miatas. The older Miatas absolutely, but not the new ones. The ND Miatas have pretty aggressive styling, and I'd even argue the the RFs have an exotic look.

[@user-bs1wx1tb7e]

Pretty much this. Sadly Toyota has more fanboys so most will disagree.

[@tomokokishi3066]

6:15 that piece on the rear fender is actually not for aerodynamic purpose. It's to clear the regulation, when the vehicle is viewed vertically, the tyres must not exceed the width of the body part. Similar parts are attached on some European vehicles.

[@sethjohnsonoutdoors4055]

That white color really pops 😍

[@RaitisRides]

You are so right!

[@sethjohnsonoutdoors4055]

@@RaitisRides awesome!!!!!

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

Okay (nephew) Joe, I have three conversions for today: Torque: 250Nm Weight: 1270kg Boot capacity: 190l

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks brother man!

[@ian2372]

They nailed the GR86 and Supra looks wise. Love both of them.

[@RaitisRides]

I love the way that they styled this!

[@jK-zv7nk]

I wished I lived in a place that didn’t snow! This would be a fun daily

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right about that!

[@ramoncarter6585]

A really nice car still get the Miata. Joe and Lori both have a wonderful Labor Day weekend.

[@marvdatboi]

They’re both valid tbh

[@NGMonocrom]

Got to be honest, I definitely see the absolute best-looking exterior feature of the Accord coupe on the 86.... those taillights. Interesting that for sheer 0-60mph. time, the Miata beats the 86 with 5.8 seconds. I mean 6.6 seconds with the automatic? My mid-size 2009 Mazda 6 sSport trim with its V6 engine can do 0-60mph. in 6.5 seconds. Something's not quite right when a significantly older family hauler can easily keep up with something like the 86 in straight-line performance. The BRZ, the 86.... why does no one want to talk about how underpowered these cars are? At least with the Miata's reputation, you don't expect a ton of horsepower. But even that one gives sub 6 second straight-line performance.

[@iheartgs400]

Miata has a more aggressive overall gearing down low. You don’t frankly buy these cars for 0-60 if you want something like that your missing the point of these cars.

[@brandoncomer6492]

@@iheartgs400 Sure, you buy them to zip around at legal speeds; which is why they should be aggressively geared more like the MX-5.

[@NGMonocrom]

@@brandoncomer6492 Exactly! Thank you.

[@garys2157]

That's the soft top Miata with the manual, the auto Miata is going to be close to seven seconds, Car&Driver lists the new 86/Brz at 5.5/5.4. I still like the Mazda more, but it would have to be a second car not my daily.

[@Blight-fp3vt]

@10:50 when you say "obviously if you go base its just your standard AC controls" - thats incorrect. Both trims have the climate controlled AC.

[@braetonwilson4296]

True, the base also has dual zone automatic climate control.

[@ACommenterOnYouTube]

18:41 The manual fan boys say you can't have fun in an automatic ...🤷‍♂...

[@CapFlipGaming]

I think I will still go for the ND2 Miata. But.... when the Z comes out, all bets are off.

[@h_sarraf]

This is a brand new car with the latest engineering, design and tech. The miata ND is nearly 7 years old. Sure would pick the GR right now. But it'll be different when the NE is out. I'm just glad the GR 86 is such a great car. Since it's the Miata's only rival in the class, kinda, it'll force Mazda to up their game with next gen model.

[@jorgeguevara9860]

I just got a gr86 with a automatic transmission. I wanted a manual car but I have foot problem. Still get bashed cause of it but I love my blue gr86

[@RaitisRides]

I understand where you are coming from.

[@DysphoriaRL]

Dont listen to anybody hating on your car man!

[@LoLPhuocDat]

@@DysphoriaRL Agreed. Enjoy it! You're the one paying for it and driving it!

[@triggerxx9760]

Thanks Lori and Joe for the great content. Keep it up 👍🏻

[@DonaldHeim]

Love the car. Torn between this and BRZ... wish I could afford to just have a fun car in the garage. This is truly a great looking car.

[@Dattyhere]

BRZ is AWD 86. literally the same thing lol

[@DonaldHeim]

@@Dattyhere BRZ is not AWD... It's Rear wheel drive

[@Teefs143]

I like the neptune blue automatic gr86

[@RaitisRides]

That is a great color!

[@Guidefer]

"No replacement for displacement!" Hahahahaha! I'm keeping this one! 👍

[@joseroman8860]

This is a common saying among car enthusiasts

[@Guidefer]

English is my second @@joseroman8860, I lack the NA background ;P

[@JH-qy7zw]

@@joseroman8860 everyone hears something for the first time...

[@kyrosmike]

I like the GR86 styling better, but reading the BRZ has aluminum control arms over stamped steel and stiffer springs

[@ctsealteam6]

I think I read it from Japanese review saying the BRZ should be ever so slightly lighter and more focus on stability while GR86 is better balanced front and back, also easier to bring the tail out. Personally I will pick the GR86 simply I like how the front look better and I like the Toyota logo more than the Subaru.

[@AbdullahHood]

Sweet new ride. Welcome addition I’m going 9/10!!

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad you can see how great this car is!

[@AbdullahHood]

There’s a great simplicity to the design and now, crucially, there is enough power to have all the fun you want. In an age of overpowered sports cars, this is refreshing and probably just as much fun!

[@RaitisRides]

@@AbdullahHood I’m right there with you brother!

[@KP-xi4bj]

Sorry, the MX-5 (Miata) is more lighter, faster and more fun.

[@michaelfont7239]

It's lighter but not faster,and fun wise they are both fun. It's only a matter if you want a convertible or not.Both are incredible fun cars.

[@KP-xi4bj]

@@michaelfont7239 As per Car & Driver, MX-5 does 0-60 mph in 5.7 seconds. Show me your source for a time faster than 5.7 seconds for the 2nd gen 86.

[@brandoncomer6492]

​@@michaelfont7239 The MX-5 is literally faster. More power per pound. Faster in both the 0-60 and quarter mile.

[@michaelfont7239]

@@KP-xi4bj it's all good man,I'm not into speed I want a light car and responsive and the Miata and GR86 are going to be that.Take care brother.

[@michaelfont7239]

@@brandoncomer6492 it's not an argument and it's not about speed.I love the Miata but the transmission was worrisome.But I miss my Miata specially the way I had her with an e85 tune.Take care brother

[@Raditado]

I’m actually going to get an automatic when my dealership gets one. Just not sure what color and whether to go base or premium.

[@nicolasnicou2859]

Premium for sure...check it in red or neptune blue...looks fantastic

[@Raditado]

@@nicolasnicou2859 bet man! I appreciate it!

[@ordinarygamer1353]

@@Raditado the Neptune blue is gorgeous !! I plan on getting the Neptune blue premium with an auto (bay area traffic and it will be a daily driver)

[@drewgunner14]

Thank you for doing a review on the automatic. Love it!

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome.

[@mikegta14]

The artificial engine noise in the cabin will get super old

[@Maureentv1]

It does have accord-like tailights. I love the sporty looks of the car. Raiti, how does it stack up to the new Honda Civic SI? No spare tire? Only 19 mpg in city? YIKES

[@jamessicat]

My only question is, why is Toyota making Subaru and BMW make their sports cars.

[@danny-FL]

Because Toyota owns Subaru?

[@temur72]

@@danny-FL Not fully, just 20 % i believe

[@danny-FL]

@@temur72 Enough to have them share a cat with Toyota and Scion

[@dielaughing73]

@@danny-FL meow

[@danny-FL]

@@dielaughing73 😂

[@WRX_CARLITOS]

I don’t like how the cup holders are in the back but everything else is good

[@marcg1964]

If I were in my 20's this would be my car. Very nice.

[@RaitisRides]

Awesome Marc!

[@michaelfont7239]

I'm 45 and I'm really close on pulling the trigger on the GR ;)

[@MikeJones-in3uk]

I'm 44 and drives automatic Toyota 86 .

[@TheBeaver50]

I’m 48 years old and would buy this car tomorrow. With a manual of course! Unfortunately I’ll have to wait a year or so but I’m planning now

[@michaelfont7239]

@@TheBeaver50 yeah man and the chip dilemma is hindering production. I'm going yo have to wait 1 to 2 years.

[@richardblake5533]

If your a taller bigger guy that wants that miata feel with some practicality this is the car to get. I love my Frs Can't wait to get one of these.

[@Mr99Burns]

I have a choice between gr86 and bmw 230i Which should I get?

[@ACommenterOnYouTube]

OMG

[@ThePriceIsRightKid]

Toyota GR86 Or Subaru BRZ Manual Or Automatic They Are Fun Sports Cars To Drive

[@AmericanDuck]

I’m all for the Nissan Z now, but this is my runner-up. Cars that are all about the experience of driving. Lightweight, connected to the road, and most importantly that it is affordable for what it is. The looks are great on this and the Z. If only the US had a competitor to these. Mustangs and Camaros are just too heavy and cost too much to get them to the same level in terms of handling and feels way bigger and cave-like in the drivers seat like you’re in a cheap coffin. Zero visibility out of the back 150 degrees of view. My 70’ Mach 1 feels much more open inside with better visibility than the new Mustang.

[@ericscottstevens]

Nissan will definitely be more expensive, the premium may top out past $50,000 with the LSD option. The Nissan Z sport will be an open diff option with different rims. But If the Nissan Z premium is around $43,000 I am all there too.

[@martingriggs6362]

I like this car Joe, but I am not sure I would compare it to the Miata. Besides being rear wheel drive they have some significant differences. The 86 is around 2800 lbs., 168 inches long, and has a flat 4 engine. (I have had many Subaru cars, this engine design is known for head gasket failure. It's not a gasket problem - it's a design problem). The Miata is around 2400 lbs., 154 inches long, and an in line 4 engine. Known for it's reliability. The 86 is designed as a 4 seat coupe, the Miata a 2 seat convertible. I would avoid the 86 because of the engine. For those who say Porsche has been using the flat 6 for years - yes they have, but much better design than Subaru at a much higher price point. Also old Porsche's did have oil leakage at the head gasket.

[@curtfox91]

The oil issue will happen to alot of these cars later in life. Dont think the Miatas will have many at all with the Inline 4. The engine is one of the reasons im selling my Gt86 for the ND2 i want the reliability over the course of 10 plus years

[@justifiedmasagony3635]

@@curtfox91 they redesigned the engine and addressed such reliability issue I believe

[@curtfox91]

@@justifiedmasagony3635 Yeah but Boxer engines eventually have oil loss overtime but the new thing with the 2.4 is its NA with an Oil cooler better then the previous 2.0

[@justifiedmasagony3635]

@@curtfox91 I mean I guess just keep checking on oil but you probably get better performance and practicality out of the 86 in my opinion. Neither are a bad choice

[@libertyprime2852]

Yo Supra fanboys, even the 86 gets functional vents

[@banyakhutangku923]

Supra simpers: !!!!!!!!!!TRIGGERED!!!!!!.........

[@williama.ortiz-floresgil168]

A two seater roadster that was built with the sole purpose of being light weight smaller and simple something no car company is doing .... i would definitely pick the miata the comparisons between the 86 aren't really there to be honest

[@williammorales3859]

Check out savagegeese reviews, maybe it'll help your decision more. Miata still a great choice though

[@jull444]

Miata RF > GR86 > GT86 > Miata Soft Top is my opinion. The RF looks so good- straight up gorgeous, but if it did not have that going for it, i would go GR86 any day. Miata soft top i would not even consider, it does not look as appealing to me at all.

[@ACommenterOnYouTube]

7:27 The replacement for displacement IS turbo / supercharging

[@terrisonstewart277]

How did it change color from Halo to bRed? Lol. Thanks for a positive review of the 6AT. Your review motivated me to pull the trigger on the 6AT here in my small town. They were having a hard time acquiring a 6MT. It gets here off the boat on 3/9/22. Can’t wait 😛

[@LoLPhuocDat]

Congrats! It's almost here!!

[@ferrarriohh]

Alright, Im actually sold. Time to sell off my old IS300, GR86 will be my next whip. Keeping the 4Runner until I can also afford the Honda HPD Ridgeline.

[@iheartgs400]

I’d keep the first Gen IS300.

[@alymanperformance2162]

The gr86 this year is underrated I love your content...keep it up joe!!!

[@FredyVergara]

I drive manual but thinking of auto just so my friends can help me drive it on road trips😂

[@RaitisRides]

Make them learn Fredy!

[@FredyVergara]

@@RaitisRides youre right! Me first😤

[@LS1007]

Supra’s baby brother looks better than the Miata IMO. Would be nice if it had the turbo engine. Thanks for sharing it Joe. Great job you and Lori! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

[@LeFatalpotato]

Raiti is the B word car channel this side of classic top gear. No, it's the best car channel of course!

[@showcandle]

it even changed from white to red during the track session..lol

[@pauldoodnath]

Surprised it's still a 6 speed auto instead of something like an 8 speed speed or dct

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@freelibre9167]

Yea. The 10 speed auto in the Camaro feels like driving a eighteen wheeler when using the paddle shifters. Definitely will switch to a manual sometime soon.

[@mojojoji5493]

@@freelibre9167 isn’t the 10speed faster ?

[@freelibre9167]

@@mojojoji5493 it is. But does the human brain really notice a millisecond or two? The question that matters in my opinion is whether it is more fun to drive and whether you will be stuck in traffic the whole day.

[@freelibre9167]

I only found that changing 10 gears is too much. I’ll rather do 6 in manual.

[@mclarenspeedtail8988]

I want this as my first car. With the 6 speed manual

[@anti4107]

You sure most peoples first cars are either a junker or a slightly old car but if you have the money go for it

[@Alyx.03]

Don’t has only 200hp💀 go buy a Honda instead

[@mclarenspeedtail8988]

@@Alyx.03 nah

[@jayespi37]

@@Alyx.03 actually it has 228hp...u wasnt following Joe bro

[@Defy_Convention]

You're likely going to crash your first car at some point, don't spend too much on it.

[@dannyphamous]

Excited for a heads to heads comparison, I liked the outgoing 86 but engine and backseat wasn't enough for me. I believe seats are the same but excited for engine improvements.

[@RaitisRides]

I can't wait either!

[@JamesAcosta1350]

Hey Joe. You’re the only vehicle channel I watch. You and Lori ROCK!!!! Keep up the awesome work...

[@ArmandoGarcia-ut4cf]

welp I'm getting the gr86 no doubt about it this will be my fun daily driver

[@landscapingspecialist]

I actually thought of a honda accord when you came to the tail lights. But it looks good.

[@Jesusprayerwarriorbw]

Thank you Lori! The Best camera woman out there says him! And we agree

[@Irishmanbikes]

I would use a body wrap where the air intakes are to show motion. Nice car!

[@vernievuitton]

did you use the paddle shifters to drive at all in your lap?? that's a hell of an automatic transmission

[@bfife22]

The clutch is so light in these cars, that I couldn't imagine getting it an auto, even in stop and go traffic. That plus hill hold assist.

[@ordinarygamer1353]

If it had auto rev match I wouldn’t think of an auto but I’m moving to the Bay Area and traffic is horrible. I want the easiest commute possible while still being fun

[@ACommenterOnYouTube]

LOL Hill Hold Assist is for panzies

[@bbc_junior4863]

Does anyone else not like the spoiler

[@kissmaass]

“Not the word your thinking of…you crazy person!!” 🤣🤣🤣

[@soho71]

Hilariously informative Joe, THANKS!

[@divine0enigma]

Between this and the MX-5 RF is a hard choice.

[@nephilymbass1]

I’m getting a manual but the tough decision for me is choosing between the base and the premium. The premium seats and wheels look nicer but I’m concerned about the seats being too hot down here in the south. Don’t know if I’ll stick with either trims wheels or stereo long term. You think for the premium they’d have gone a little wider on the wheels or at least thrown in the optional subwoofer which you don’t get standard with premium I mean if the base still had the old 2.0 and the premium had the new 2.4 it would be a no brainer but is the premium worth the up charge if I’m going to replace all the “upgrades” anyways. I don’t know

[@hoodieboy1515]

I’d say just buy your wheels & wider tires from fitment industries

[@sausagelizer4444]

I think just for the interior upgrade and adaptive headlights it’s worth the 2000 or 1500 dollar difference

[@thinkabout602]

Joe, taken it to the edge at the track. Beautiful sight 🏁 Lori A+ 😉

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for taking the on throttle drive with us!

[@ramonaragondiaz9258]

The rear looks like an NSX and now I can’t unsee it

[@RaitisRides]

Now I'm in the same boat Ramon.

[@thereforeiam5217]

When you getting the manual version Joe my vehicle savvy knowledgeable chum?!

[@RaitisRides]

Click the link at the end of this one!

[@aeronYTco]

Looks like the new GR 86 is so exciting to drive regardless of the transmission.

[@jasondixon9095]

I love my Mazda Miata RF 2021 both cars are good going in the mountains around corners

[@veefource]

20 minutes long and no mention of how the GR86 drives compared with the Miata. All that was compared was the designs which anyone can see from pics & spec sheets. Come on guys, these are drivers cars, compare how they drive!

[@brandoncavazos7965]

man joe was flying in that last clip, im sold

[@J35samgy]

HKS is coming out with a bolt on turbo and cold air intake for this car just imagine a 2800 lb car with 300+ HP 🥵

[@BlackNAVYAmericanVET]

Mazda is pure top notch.........Mazda has a premium quality Interior..........Mazda ⚡️

[@AllThingsLex]

Looks more like the older Supra than the new Supra which I love. Not feeling that quack quack duck spoiler paired with the Hondaesque tail lights buttt still gonna buy one anyways.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this GR 86! I think it looks great!

[@SonyEnthusiast]

ON THROTTLE HERE WE GO!

[@RaitisRides]

HOLD ON TIGHT!

[@juny1982]

Good vid bro, you did it again Raiti's great car in blue or burgundy Would look great, Keep the good work Man.

[@maryanneferr3112]

Can’t Wait to test drive the 86. I’ve been seriously thinking of the Miata. I intend to test drive both, I will say that the 86 lines are so much more stylish and sleek than the Miata and I do like the Miata but this is exciting!

[@SurferJoe71]

😎 Wonderful Video on the 86 Looks the business and handles the road with ease !!! Auto or Stick FUN EITHER WAY !!!200 HP Good enough for most of us !!! A balenced ride is what I like Keep up great work !!🇺🇸👍

[@esaflaka9155]

Tbh i like the miata for its looks. Its unique. I feel like other brands could blend in with each other.