Review: 2017 Toyota 86 (Manual) w/ TRD upgrades!

I review the refreshed 2017 Toyota 86 with a manual and some TRD upgrades! In this video I'll cover the changes that were made for the 2017 model year and what it's like to live with the 2017 Toyota 86. Huge thanks to Toyota for providing the car. What do you think about the 86?
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[@Xtreme4579]

Subaruwrxfan was a cool name but it was a really smart move to change it to what you have now. it makes you a lot more professional and mature

[@zairecameron9717]

Instablaster...

[@DevasionX]

Again the debate about the gt86 "slowness" The GT86 is made to make you improve your own driving skills to make the most out of it instead of high horsepower cars that basically does everything for you. Keiichi Tsuchiya (drift king) was involved in the development of the 86. and fair to say the GT86 is a spiritual succesor of the corolla AE86 which wasnt a high horsepower vehicle but being put in the right hands of a skilled driver it could smash very quickly trough corners. Despite the good sales, the GT86 clearly isnt made for the american consumer who is only out for straight line speed or doesnt realise this is an amazing tuningsplatform. There arent many

[@gky3019]

Sure there is, a miata! Only 200hp wouldn’t be a problem if it didn’t feel slow. It’s just insane that Subaru brought such a terribly tuned engine...

[@MichaelCabralChannel]

i own this car in black and you would surprised how many people stare and ask me what type lf car it is lmao

[@abcdefg54321x]

mikecabral VEVO Tell them is a 2019 Supra

[@bobbybooshay5854]

@@abcdefg54321x 🤣

[@estuchedepeluche2212]

It’s a black car, right?

[@xMUHANNADx94]

12:28 you are welcome

[@yaazizoful]

Mohanad hamad haha thanks!

[@theparadigmshift74]

I knew immediatly where this would take me

[@amill1563]

Can tell how exciting the car is by Matt's arm gestures in the beginning as he intros "What's up everybody", then I decide if I want to watch.

[@Trilluuhh]

amill1563 ķuuuuyyyis

[@Chakaflakaflame1]

I got sad when he didn't say subaruwrxfanhere

[@tehstylz5517]

The thing I love most about the 86/FRS/BRZ is that they're fun af to drive.

[@tehstylz5517]

WarmSoftKitty hm you were probably in an automatic. They're fun if you know how to drive them.

[@waykool698]

9600GTMAN don’t be jealous you can’t afford a cheap car.

[@shadowrambo117]

waykool698 lol

[@pethaa]

Hands down. Ppl complain about underpowered hp but no one advertised this car to be like a fuckin super car lol

[@troy6802]

Only like the front bumper of the 86 in black

[@RohanIyer]

My mans got smart and dropped a fat ad before the backroad run 😂

[@patrickhoffmann4000]

This Car with the 2.5 R4 Turbo WRX STi Engine = All i fuckin' need.

[@claudio_wrx]

Patrick Hoffmann you can put the turbo off a wrecked 2015+ WRX, its the same engine

[@ArbyCreeper]

They use the same boxer engine I don’t see why not adding a turbo. Though lot of people also add superchargers too

[@1989alie30]

Man people just love to hate this car, I have literally owned over 30 cars and my frs is the longest car I have owned. Amazing cars. Mine had almost 70k miles on it with zero problems at all, just regular maintenance and lots of fun to drive.

[@alansmilealot]

1989alie30 yea, this car gets alot of hate.

[@Cpt.Phenom]

Not throwing shade but it's a bit odd that, despite it being the most boring car you've driven, you've got the emotional motivation to visit a review on it, and find people who enjoy it---only to counter their experience with your own. If you would advise someone on what you'd call a fun car to drive (around this price range) which would you suggest? Honest question.

[@shadowrambo117]

WarmSoftKitty you prob can’t drive for shit if you prefer a Camry

[@anthonydenton6553]

@@Cpt.Phenom where did he say it was boring? You're a dumb bitch who can't read

[@Turrbulence]

Really happy to see you do a review of the 86. I don't know if I'd choose this as a daily, but as a second car, this thing would be summertime joy 👍

[@LnR4Humanity]

Dig this car and what it's made for, will definitely be highly considered for my next

[@AndrewRodden]

1 year later, a few weekends away and a couple track sessions... still love it, and still under warranty ha

[@iheartgs400]

The car straight out of factory suspension wise and brakes as a DD it's hard to complain I really appreciated the work they put into tuning the handling. I miss my FRS even if was an AT for the 1.5 year I owned it eventually will come back to this car later down the road. Personally I would recommend people getting this leave it as OEM as possible.

[@dinobot_maximize]

aftermarketing cars is molestation.

[@mk2mister2]

The only thing I didn't like on the FRS were the rims. But that's an easy fix. The power deficiency can be remedied somewhat with unequal length headers and a tune, without having to go FI.

[@shadowrambo117]

Rain Santiago but I wanna boost it at least a little bit ☹️

[@berengerchristy6256]

I got some JDL uel headers and an open flash tablet. Going to install after the dealer puts in a new high pressure fuel pump

[@Tactical_Taco]

RLAgito wrong. All wrong 😂 twin turboing my mustang is not molesting it

[@mindxshook]

Thank you for this!!! I love my new 86, could care less what anybody says because I knew what I wanted and had done a lot of thinking before buying my car.

[@LacoteCohen]

Ricky Vasquez I'm getting one also

[@thekiller500099]

This car is not ment to go straight. It's for handling, if you want power get the mustang gt.

[@NewtMedia]

Good to see some people understand lol

[@Beanjuice]

I mean they could've had a turbo in it and it would still handle like a dream...why not both?

[@thekiller500099]

because it will cost more. plus adding a turbo will add weight

[@manten88]

Handling? No. "Fun" yes? The stock tires are such shit, zero grip. Even an AP1 S2000 would make this thing look like a joke around a track or any kind of back road.

[@shadowrambo117]

Yes, thank you

[@SuperUriel420]

Did you upgrade your camera for the opening shots ? I noticed a difference in quality. Anyways keep up the great reviews Matt!

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Thanks, no change in cameras but hopefully the editing is getting a little better.

[@iDatedMyPizza]

People always miss this... There is a key port underneath the trunk to put the key in and unlock it. How do people now find it?

[@MasterCarsReview]

12:30 Thank me later ;)

[@jspr7859]

*Hi guys, subaruwrbrbrbbrwfan here" 😂😂😂😂

[@xTheNameisEthan]

I think it's one of the best looking cars out right now, as well as being one of the best platforms if you want to mod your car

[@joshvaz00]

Still would rather have frs but brz is my favorite anyway

[@danielfaust10]

I had the 2016 frs when it came off the truck in 2015 my girl was getting g a oil change and we were wasting time and I saw it being put in front of the dealership by their entrance n test drove it and super fun to drive so much that I got it. Wish I had looked around though their are better cars but not a whole lot to complain about for this little fun car. Except it needs a little more power but still gets you looks

[@ConsistentWalkthroughs]

Even though they are the same. I perfect the BRZ. Just the name sounds better.

[@JustACarGuyNamedTom]

6:17... those are pretty terrible nobs to be fair... even my Tacoma has better nobs than the 86

[@iheartgs400]

TacoTom those knobs came from the previous generation Corolla gotta cut costs somewhere ya know kaizen.

[@proffpuff]

He has not stop smiling since he started driving it

[@snapascrew]

MANNNN I wish I could have gotten this in a nicer color. Picking mine up in black tomorrow :)

[@zacharycromlish7337]

I'd still take the BRZ over the 86

[@crxracer805]

Same car...

[@saulespino2510]

Me too, I have one

[@katpuh]

BRZ also has cooler tail lights and headlights

[@pethaa]

I love driving this car every day

[@estuchedepeluche2212]

I bought this car a few months ago, in excellent condition and 30k miles. The first time I drove it, I didn’t want to get out of the car, I kept making up errands to do, and also because at 50, it is a bit of a hassle to get in an out, but you get used to it.

[@toreclipsian]

This guy is BRZ/gt 86 specialiste. We should call you subarubrzfan!!!

[@deej628]

There's also a power port in the glove box!

[@javierrosario6372]

Donald Johnson there’s not

[@arch417powersports]

Not a fan of the updated front end. They made it uglier in my opinion.

[@Austinomon]

archinuk417 I thought so too but it really started to become good like poking to me idk what it was

[@alexanderwillems6611]

archinuk417 looks better in person trust me. I wish they did something to the rear to match the front though.

[@zachx3278]

archinuk417 i agree

[@arch417powersports]

Alexander Willems My opinion was actually formed in person. I saw a white new 86 and I was disgusted. The 2013-2016 FRS front fascia is perfect in my mind. They shouldn't have made such a drastic change just to change it. If it ain't broke, don't fix it.

[@DuckmanR10]

Yeah, I'd buy the Subaru for that reason. Or a used FR-S.

[@everythingautomotiveeta5839]

Thank you for talking about the audio i hope you incorporate That into more of your future review

[@Victic005]

It's the same old car from 2013. It's time for a major redesign.

[@betoski]

After I pay off my 16 civic I hope I can get a mustang, brz, or mazda miata. Will need to learn standard though :D

[@tonyperkis9561]

No flat bottom steering wheel? Whaaaat?!?!! I don't want to rub my legs flying into sushi grill at 20 m.p.h.

[@sfoonsfo]

You totally get it. The 86/BRZ is a sports car in the very purist way. That probably accounts for the fact that most who buy the vehicle are drivers who have driven or learned how to drive on vehicles that you actually have to drive to get the most out of them. I have a 400hp vehicle but I can tell you, it's more fun driving a car 7/10ths + all the time versus a vehicle that is really outstanding but you can only use a fraction of what it's capable of.

[@DesuVR]

Video doesn't do it justice, it's a VERY small car, especially the trunk. I test drove it and I'm glad I didn't sign the papers. The 86's steering is super sensitive, I had a hard time keeping it straight on the freeway. Daily driving it would tire me out, even while using cruise control. The car doesn't drive you, you drive IT. The large aftermarket was tempting but in the long run this car would nickel and dime the crap out of me.

[@CardboardOdyssey]

dumb weeaboo

[@adithyaramachandran7427]

Love the exterior, but I really wish the interior gets updated to look more like the new Camry XSE.

[@DaKosi]

Front end grew on me a bit. Really looking forward for the first guys lowering/modding the new version.

[@Drive315]

I hate that it has a naturally aspirated 2.0 , this car would be such a hit with sales if they put the wrx engine in it

[@Drive315]

Albert S. It can still cost less, and it would have a much better power to weight ratio than a wrx. I think it would be a hit !

[@BlaziNTrades]

Funny you should say that, because it already does cost as much as the WRX. At least where I live.

[@iheartgs400]

That's why you pick them up as used cars rather than brand new.

[@Krezo200]

Drive315 as far as i know this car is a hit in sales

[@Drive315]

cczz - it was a hit when it first came out, but not so much lately. It would be much more impressive with a 268hp turbo engine

[@annndddyyyy]

FYI, there's also another power outlet in the glove compartment for my 2016. Not sure if they've changed it for 2017

[@wRyjin693]

Now you need to deliver some tofu

[@URELL17]

I hate it when ppl say its slow..the 0-60 stock on the manual 2017 86 is 6.2 thats not fast but its not really slow! Put an intake and exhaust/tune then your 0-60 will be in the 5 s like the Civic Type R.. its a quick car!

[@Locallybuiltauto]

I thought this channel was subaruwrxfan what happened?

[@daten__]

MrPikapka He changed his name

[@BeanieNinjay0]

86 emblem looks like a waffle

[@abcdefg54321x]

Alex K Mmmmmmm waffles 🤤

[@dkyoungson151]

They ruined the steering wheel with volume buttons.

[@jacobaugustin8420]

i think im gonna pick one of these up after i pay off my 2014 mustang

[@rasmusfabernrgaard6461]

The taillights are nice, but I like the old front better.

[@zenkitrueno6787]

I'd take my 32 year old AE86 over this, even though I do like the newer 86's.

[@nickihuevos221]

Love my 2013 FR-S I'm glad this car has truly transcended what it means to be a pure fun sports car

[@UrbanCowboy215]

When is your next cars and coffee in PA? Also is it possible to review the 2017 accord coupe V6 since Honda is no longer making a coupe with a V6? Keep up the great work! I always enjoy your channel.

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Thanks! Next one is September 2nd. I'd be up for reviewing the 2017 Honda Accord V6 Coupe if someone offers one.

[@RacingPhun]

Biggest thing I noticed between my frs and the new 86 is how less jarring the ride is. I thought about getting one but I think its about the same car anyway. Toyota just put their seal of approval on it is all...

[@alejandroramirez2515]

I know you did a review on a challenger hellcat and rt scat pack but can you do a review on a regular rt

[@Insertsmth]

I know a person having a GT86 (manual) and has these same problems (specifically, its torque) what he did (he said : "it still needs to be balanced even with these new parts) is he modified the transmission and engine with new parts and it has really good torque now (256Nm) and has 297HP He upgraded the suspension but did not modify it.....

[@Treizez34]

That sounds so damn nice when you beat down on it

[@kurtl.3773]

A manual racing toyota. What else could you look for?

[@Omin00b]

Everytime you drive this car you giggle like a lil' gurl. lol

[@mswaheds]

Not the only power outlet in the car

[@ShepShepFT86]

Used is the way to go for these right now. I would avoid any early model 13's. Although I have been very lucky with mine since it has decent high mileage they have a few issues here and there that have been fixed or improved on the newer models.

[@joop1987]

My 2013 seeps oil on the drivers side valve cover and the right tail light leaked . Besides that, I have 120K without any major problems.

[@yvngchicken1655]

toyota86trdfan

[@androiduberalles]

That dashboard/headunit area looks super unfinished. It's just a big sea of blah. What were they thinking?

[@kikomi888]

I love your.genuine happy emotion while explaining hahahahaha.........

[@MrHess9298]

What's up everybody it's Subaruwrxfan fan here. U seem to mess up that part every time

[@_danieljr]

If anyone is thinking about getting this car.. let me tell you do it! Yes it’s slow but you have to drive it to see what I’m talking about. I own a 2016 FR-S but I would get the 17+ just because the suspension is more improved

[@GETUPANDGO]

Still finding it hard to call this thing the Toyota 86...

[@wills3491]

Somehow my gt86 appears smaller when I’m inside. My head is touching the roof. Nice car though. Gear shift is a little notchy when you shift down to 2 when the engine is cold.

[@tylerlieberman3307]

11:25 he definitely said "flick through the D"

[@nickgogetta9264]

FR-S SMH TOYOTA REALLY BRUH TOYOTA PROBABLY WOULD HAVE MADE MORE OF A PROFIT AND PLUS IT WOULD BE HELLA BETTER THEN THE FR-S IF THEY DID A NEWER VERSION AE85 COROLLA GT-S OR AE86 BUT ALL I CAN DO IS LOL AND SAY TOYOTA DONE FUCKED UP

[@Morris__]

I did the rookie mistake when buying my first car at a dealership I didn’t look around and got a 2019 mazda3 instead of this :/

[@jayteaishere2200]

This is a weird thing. In My country in ASIA, Indonesia, it has push button start. But in here its a basic key

[@harisqureshi7469]

Sunset orange? No it's Brown. No it's orange

[@Brsrafal]

i love this car its so simple not like modern day cars with million buttons. This got the body of a hot 90 s car with perfect interior . I drove this couple times its a perfect comuter everyday sports car its not no gt but its fast enough and great handling and drive simple car

[@2Aqua1]

One of your best video reviews Matt!! Light em' up Matt!!

[@jimpieper2704]

I got a 2019 love it !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@chicago1680]

When are they going to kill this thing with fire? Sales suck and when you have to rev the thing out to have any fun it's not very fun. you have to drive like a maniac to get all that "drift fun" There is a reason why it needs more horsepower and Toyota instead of listening decides to rice it out with more led's and a ricer wing and more weight. yeah good thinking gents!!!

[@TheFunGun5]

This shit right here is why I hate the car community. First they love revving the shit out of it at a standstill to make noise but god forbid you have ro rev it to get any power. Just slap some cheap inefficient huge displacement V8 and call it "good". Completly ignore driving feel. Ignore handling. Ignore braking distance. Ignore the literal dozens of reviewer's that say it's a complete blast to drive and the best experience they've had for the price. Bash things they've never need driven. Truly pathetic.

[@atobg_]

I have a 17 86 auto but only get 24.1 but then again I live in Los Angeles

[@claudio_wrx]

stillouthere I would make fun of you for having an Automatic 86, but since you live in L.A. I'll let that slide, the 101 is horrible!!!

[@cinemastic6872]

I'm 15 years old, and I've been earning a few hundred dollars at a time from odd jobs like major yard work or helping a local build a fence or something. I've also been getting paid to fix peoples computers and etc, so i've racked up about $22,000 in the past 2 years and I'm so close to being able to buy one by the time I'm 16. Is this a good car to learn with and good for the price? If not, what sports car should I look into for about 30-35k? btw, i live in a mountainous state with very curvy roads all around where i live.

[@626KiDD]

The 860 edition has the exact center console and the dyno meter on the cluster just like the Subaru BRZ, only its +30k.

[@DaveA441]

Subaru for life

[@supra1evan]

Matt, can you review a 2017 Civic Si? Just sold my FR-S for one, interested to hear your opinion!

[@ridocf]

So after 2 years, how is the si treating you? How does it compare to the frs?

[@nick.mk7]

I wanna see a 04-09 Mazda 3 review

[@thecaptainmorgan]

I’m not going to change any suspension on my 86 but I can’t really find out what size wheels I should go with for the stock suspension. If you guys know can you let me know?

[@nonono3141]

Too expensive. Should be priced the same as the civic SI

[@gojomodu9934]

Doesn't hold a candle to my old 86 with the 20v swap. Just not enough power these days considering many non sports cars are hitting 300-400hp

[@wretchedslippage3255]

I got the 2018 gt86 GT which I think has a much better stereo sound than my 2016 FRS.. I dont know why but it sounds much better!

[@BriefCarBreakdown]

Best part of these cars is that you can beat the crap out of them and it's still at legal speeds

[@Name-kd5jj]

Needs an LS swap.

[@LacoteCohen]

I love this car!

[@TheZeek011]

scion is defunct now? (Googled it) WOW it actually is. I guess that's the reason, if I am now just founding it out.

[@bcuz8998]

The green is ugly. I got faith in Matt tho to iron it out next time

[@dawsonjohannes613]

The TRD options are swaying me towards getting an 86 over a BRZ performance package. I love the exhaust, lowering springs are great if covered under warranty, which these are, sway bars are icing on the suspension cake, and the brake pads are worth a shot, and if they're good enough Brembos won't really be missed. Still on the fence with the drop in air filter, since a K&N would be cheaper, but who knows.

[@TheCuenkita100]

You should take a look into the new Toyota GR HV sports. Looks great, I think is the answer to the Mazda Miata RF

[@matthew_bang]

Great video man. I was looking for good vids on a 2017 BRZ with manual transmission and this caught my eye

[@redoniellangcap3900]

toyota 86 here in the Philippines have the same interior with the BRZ the only difference is their exterior hahaha i dunno why they make it so different in other countries

[@dinobot_maximize]

nice little car but it looks like it would scrape its bottom a lot in many daily-driver scenarios.

[@MattMaranMotoring]

In my 200+ miles of daily driving it didn't scrape once, for what it's worth.

[@iheartgs400]

Matt those manual og climate knobs have been used for nearly a decade on Corolla, Yaris cheap but gets the job done.

[@cruorr]

man I haven't watched wrxfan in a long time and I wanted to show my friend the BRZ and this popped up. Glad you're doing well Matt, I like this new chan.