2022 Toyota GR86 Premium Automatic - POV Review

MSRP: $31,800
MPG: 21 city / 31 highway
Horsepower: 228 hp @ 7,000 rpm
Engine: 2.4 L 4-cylinder
Curb weight: 2,868 lbs
Transmission: 6-speed automatic
Dimensions: 168″ L x 70″ W x 52″ H
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[@TheCldmstrsn]

As a person with back problems I am so glad to have an automatic option. Some days I just cant push in the clutch with my left leg.

[@benjaminsmith992]

Thats what my father said, He is 51 and he had his back injuried bad in the military, Its a very comfy car for him and he has been screaming through town with it

[@v8_sami]

I mean honestly new cars clutches aren’t really bad as cars in the 80’s. Recently got a chance to own a manual 335 and I have to say it’s way easier on the back to drive than my 90 Miata.

[@protectsj]

i had back issue too.. i wish i could drive such sport sedan.. but i settled down with SUV ... (due to higher seat and lesser pressure to your back)

[@Joolz1982]

@@v8_sami Gear box etc same as my 2017 GT86 and I can tell you GR86 clutch bite is very low, so would probably not be good for back issues, it also jerks until a bit of oil travelling through it after 5-10 mins.

[@martinrps13]

I am worried about back issues with just how stiff the ride might be.

[@dr.derekrobinson1920]

As a person who enjoys the automatic option, I am so glad we've got the automatic option

[@tompilsworth3753]

Yeah me to… I grew up with manual, don’t understand the fuss

[@juicybullfrog]

Is good to have automatic, especially when you live in place that gets car traffic all the time.

[@aluisious]

@@juicybullfrog I have mouthbreathers preach at me about manual all the time. I live alone. I only want one car. It will be an auto/synergy drive, because I sit in traffic at least several hours a week. "Durr, if you liked driving, you'd get a manual." Oh, yes excuse me while I jump on my Ducati and tear up a mountain on the weekend while you shift your riced out econobox on the way to Dave and Busters. Use the right tool for the job.

[@canadious6933]

@@aluisious lmao

[@JustSujC]

@@aluisious It's obvious you're still self-conscious about not driving manual.

[@FeistyPineapple]

As a person with knee problems I’m happy with the 86 with an auto :), don’t let the auto scare you! Even if you don’t want a manual for other reasons, the auto isn’t bad! Don’t let other’s gatekeeping make you self conscious

[@Blackdawn80]

I don't believe it's gatekeeping really. There are simply better options with a DCT for the same price if you cannot or chose not to row your own gears. VW and Kia/Hyundai offer similarly priced performance models with significantly improved shifting characteristics.

[@FeistyPineapple]

@@Blackdawn80 maybe “gatekeeping” is the wrong term haha but I’ve seen so many new buyers ridiculed for buying an automatic 86 chassis and it feels very disheartening to the car community. That being said, I have also seen some “autos are better than manual” people and they equally make me frustrated.

[@Blackdawn80]

@@FeistyPineapple I personally feel a car like the 86 benefits from a manual. My brother had a 1st gen when they first launched with the 6M. It’s a shame the engine tuning and gearing were so frustrating. It looks like this one has all the right updates by Toyota and Subaru.

[@FeistyPineapple]

@@Blackdawn80 oh yeah! By all means its definitely a better experience in a manual! But if a person (such as myself) who has a knee issue or someone who simply prefers an auto in the 86 due to living in a metropolitan area then they should still get one :).

[@FeistyPineapple]

@@Blackdawn80 it’s like getting 7-8/10ths the fun still ^_^ so I highly recommend it!

[@tinhinnh]

I like how they made the auto look like a manual 😁

[@denimjeanz916]

Lady ran a stop sign an hit me going about 40. Totaled my 2022 GR86 Neptune blue. Just got done ordering my 2023 GR86 Turino blue premium. Arrives soon ❤

[@thekrimsonchin6023]

Lady practically gave you a one way ticket to an upgrade lmao.

[@zyzzuschrist3410]

As a person with no eyes, I’m glad they made an automatic option 😊

[@hich11111]

As a person with back, knee, and brain problems I am so glad to have an automatic option. Some days I just can't be bothered to have my left foot rest. Don't let other people embarrass you for having this model :)

[@jetstream454]

The comments chain here 😅

[@Albus_Rex]

I...CAN'T... SNEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEED

[@JesusIsLord7773]

I mean most supercars sportscar are automatic too so Idk why some people make it a big deal if others purchase an automatic lol hypocritical

[@aluisious]

@@JesusIsLord7773 Civic Si owners overcompensating for having bought an econobox.

[@moomer2675]

@@aluisious Civic owners in general

[@whoizyoull123]

As a person with back, knee, brain, wrist, and elbow problems, I am so glad to have an automatic option. Some days all the pain adds up

[@khelgarironfist3301]

Dude it's a wonder you are still alive with that many problems lol

[@malikip7601]

🤣💀

[@Eric-jk3oi]

I once had so many edibles that I was watching Sophie D videos and Sophie D came out of the screen and gave me the GWAK GWAK 5000 and I BUSTED LORD HAVE MERCY WHAT A SATISFYING EXPERIENCE THAT WAS WOULD RECOMMEND

[@Technnno]

as a person with problems, i am so glad they offered a automatic option

[@Classical.Conservative]

As a young guy who has no clue how to drive a manual, this car seems perfect for me

[@vs.7295]

Bro learn and get the manual you will thank me one day. You will have more fun with a manual tractor then a automatic car

[@mtadc1545]

Get a cheap old car that’s manual and just learn. You’ll thank yourself. Driving automatic seems so soulless once you learn manual.

[@ΧρήστοςΔενέχεισημασία]

Don't listen to the nobodies who think they are special because they drive manual. Manual is garbage and extremely overrated (in the US). EVERYONE, literally EVERYONE in Europe drives manual, and it is trash, the only reason we don't get autos is they are more expensive to buy and maintain.

[@Manusia.satu1]

I can drive both. But auto is better for city drive

[@Driftuner]

The older model i was all in the BRZ. But the new 2.4 one i have to say Toyota is winning me over. Interior, exterior and suspension tuning was all done better at the GR86s this time (imo)

[@MikeCC]

Facts

[@alfredocastro7674]

Good points but the suspension tuning doesn’t matter too much if you’re gonna throw coil overs or bags on anyway

[@RobbyRayJr]

You can see in the rear view mirror @ 18:13 that the old man admires the car cause he even turns around to look at it again

[@jmt8706official]

I wondered if anyone else noticed that.

[@KenoNoir]

My absolute affordable dream car. That blue is stunning

[@xMrOink]

As a person with wrist problems I am very glad this has an automatic version. My wrist can finally have a rest

[@verde629]

Ppl hate on the automatic versions of these cars too much. Not everyone knows how to drive stick or live in congested areas where an automatic is more ideal

[@Jordan-dr9hq]

The point is you have no business in a sports car if you don’t know how to drive one. Automatic is not real driving

[@hypr1]

@@Jordan-dr9hq Driving is more than just shifting gears

[@Jordan-dr9hq]

@@hypr1 from someone who can’t shift

[@hypr1]

@@Jordan-dr9hq my first car was an 09 SI

[@jaewannjoseph]

As a person with problems I am so glad to have an automatic option. Sometimes the manual is just problematic.

[@santiBMTH11]

as someone who’s stuck in traffic this option is the way to for me 🤘🏼

[@zuhlera]

i commute throughout los angeles i can't picture it doing manual

[@santiBMTH11]

@@zuhleratell me about , drive to Irvine everyday in bumper to bumper traffic

[@zuhlera]

@@santiBMTH11 yeah the 405 on a friday night or weekend night when there's events is down bad, i don't think a manual is good for people who cut me off all the time and being in gear

[@SerPurple51]

The color is beautiful and I actually really like the taillights. It reminds of the the latest gen NSX. Glad to hear they've improved the automatic version. That's always been the downside of these cars if you didn't opt for a manual.

[@xenonsaccord4447]

Right? I love Honda / Acura but after this new Integra debut I’m looking the 86 now :)

[@SkyValley-iq1vf]

I really don’t know why people feel they need an excuse or some kind of medical reason to get the auto. In Europe we learn manual as standard but when people get a sports car, it’s usually auto with paddle shift these days. And if you want that experience, GT86 is a great low cost entry point.

[@kevinnesto6999]

I’m 23 and own a 2023 auto premium, All I can say is I love the damn thing. I don’t care about impressing anyone to smart for that

[@c0nfl1ct7]

I own a 22 BRZ Auto. I've autocrossed it with no upgrades and have beaten locals with manual GR86's after 2 seasons. No one can convince me I'm not having fun or missing out on a thing.

[@justinkrizenesky]

Yet, you have an incorrect spelling...

[@kenhoward3512]

Re: the transmission: "It's not bad..." Huh? From watching the tach and listening while accelerating, I'd say the upshifting of this automatic-equipped 86 is quick. To get upshifts that quick with a manual would involve slamming the lever into the next higher gear without waiting for revs to drop, which destroys transmission synchros (ask me how I learned that). Also, when trying for the best 0-60 time, any manual trans requires dumping the clutch at raised revs, causing excessive clutch and rear (in this case) tire wear, while the automatic can be jumped-on repeatedly from a standing start without the penalties. It may not be as fun and involving as a manual can be, but it looks to me like choosing this newly-improved '22 BRZ/GR86 automatic should no longer require excuses.

[@ThomasAAT]

Well said and 100% accurate.

[@ΧρήστοςΔενέχεισημασία]

It seems to me reviewers like Topher and others from the USA seem to think that it is a "badge of honor" to drive manual in petrolhead circles and they need to keep pretending manuals are better in order to belong with the "cool kids" and not alienate their fanbase. It is weird when someone from Europe, like myself, is watching such channels. EVERYONE AND THEIR DOG drives manual in these parts.... It is nothing special, and it does not take skill. Up until recently you couldn't get a driver's licence here without a manual transmission. There is nothing special or "involving" in driving a manual, it is tedious, and from what i have seen, it is extremely rare that a driver can consistently get 0-100 acceleration times that match the official factory numbers, in the real world. This applies to all cars not just this GR86. Yes once in a blue moon drivers may match it, or perhaps even surpass it, but consistently at all times? Nope. It is far better to let the machine do its thing. And keep your whole attention and brain + hand coordination resources on the road.

[@vortexsniper4205]

I want to hear about how you learned that

[@eanlum8220]

Have pre-ordered the manual BRZ but was only able to test drive the auto and it was still great, definitely still an upgrade from the previous generation.

[@Rx003]

Hi, this is my dream car since i was 16. I will be writing this comment and I promise to be back here once I finally have this. Please root for me

[@fifth11]

Got a premium automatic in Pavement grey a few weeks ago and love it. I drove nothing but manuals for 15 years and just got sick of them. It's not the ZF8 that was in my Supra but it is a really good auto and to me doesn't detract from the fun at all.

[@frankfeng6199]

Was in my supra? You sold it?

[@fifth11]

@@frankfeng6199 Yup... got offered more than I paid and used the money to buy a house.

[@frankfeng6199]

@@fifth11 fair enough haha! congrats on the house

[@newchangeunlisted_viewer5594]

​@@fifth11 danggg that's great

[@guardian7377]

Do you find that you have RTV issues with more spirited driving like people are saying?

[@dpajc056]

I wanted a manual one (speaking in the past tense because I’ve realized I can’t even afford a GR86) but after test driving the automatic I really liked it. It’s very responsive and can be super chill for cruising too

[@gabrielflores1149]

You can’t afford a $30k car? Damn man get into tech sales, starting salary is almost $100k and promotions every year. I just bought a ZL1. LES GO

[@joshuatarling5311]

@@gabrielflores1149 not when dealers are marking it up to 40k+ lol

[@aquifer9480]

@@gabrielflores1149 any tips for starting? Did you get a bachelors degree in engineering/sales?

[@totallynotbluu]

@@gabrielflores1149 and not everyone likes programming...

[@Erikkkhan]

@@gabrielflores1149 any tips where to start (currently majoring for biology) but do need a way of income rn asap, I have a job but I want to feel secure bout going for this car in the video or a dodge Durango tbh

[@1998lemuel]

As someone who daily drives a manual, has a motorcycle and who spends an unhealthy amount of time on a racing sim rig. If the paddle shifter is responsive enough, I'll take it over a manual especially when all I want to do with it is drive curvy roads. Though, because you're now more focused on driving rather than shifting, you'll tend to drive faster into corners potentially entering corners too fast.

[@chinoskateboardv]

As a person who is just lazy, I prefer automatic over manual when it comes to newer 2020+ sports cars.

[@firefly9838]

Me too haha

[@theconformist2399]

I neither prefer or dislike them. If the auto is good, then it’s good. In some cases, the auto is just bad (like the WRX’s CVT), so the manual is the only logical choice. In the BRZ/86’s case, the auto is decent, so it’s not a bad choice at all. In the Supra’s case, the auto is great, so the it’s a toss-up between the auto & manual.

[@onlinealias622]

I like manuals but I don’t like driving manual after a hard hike or leg day at the gym so auto it is lol

[@chinoskateboardv]

@@theconformist2399 tbh I don’t include CVT’s under automatic. Since rarely any real sports cars come in a CVT stock.

[@Vasquez19781]

SOOO EXCITED!!! Just purchased a 2023 86 Premium Toyota Red manual!!! Comes in next week!!! Manuals are sold before they even show up at the dealer but not today!!!! I FINALLY got one!!!😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️. Wish you could add pics on here. Mad I didn’t get to test drive it but OMG can’t wait to see it! Not even 3 miles on it (they said). Traded in my 2015 Blue FR-S…hate to see her go but love to see her replaced!! 😂😂😂❤️❤️❤️🙋🏾‍♀️🙋🏾‍♀️🙋🏾‍♀️

[@daff5507]

i think putting a loud exhaust to this automatic will make it alot better than standard, cuz you can still down shift and hear the pops

[@truongnd1]

90s and 80s sports and performance cars are great with manual ,always the way to go . automatics now are much better then it was 20-30 years ago . paddle shifters are quicker then any human can manually shift . personal preference for anyone , whatever your comfortable with drive it , don't get a car just to try to fit in or be cool or feel accepted . if u like manual drove manual , if u like automatics drive auto , simple

[@dirkvantroyen9170]

I am SO glad I ordered mine in this colour and not in black. It just looks FIRE!

[@RMFH450]

I was planning on buying a manual 86 very soon as my Tacoma is almost payed off, but now I'm kinda considering an auto

[@serpent86]

I love my GR! It’s my first sports car and I’m happy I got it when I did! I guess my only weird gripe is that when you drive the doors don’t auto lock. Which is a weird feature to keep out in modern cars. Not an issue tho I just lock it before I take off

[@serpent86]

I also thought I was the only one who noticed the fast blinking issue

[@harrybuhse8622]

That auto lock feature is more of a brand thing than a new car thing. I don't think any Toyota's do that.

[@serpent86]

@@harrybuhse8622 ahhh shit I didn’t know most of my cars I had before were either VW or Suzuki (with an occasional using my grandmas old caddy before she sold it ). This is my first yota!

[@harrybuhse8622]

@@serpent86 That's okay you're not the first person to make that remark. I drove a Hyundai a couple months back that auto locked and it freaked me out because I'd never driven a car that's done it lol

[@wyurf]

@@harrybuhse8622 my ‘18 4Runner does

[@mastersxint9213]

Can't wait to get mine in 6 months

[@vitalife753]

Definitely getting an automatic just as a daily since I’m already working on my s197 mustang gt

[@kevininsiam]

Love that blue colour very cool👍 the gr86 is looking amazing and i think it's going to be a lot of fun to drive. it's going to put a big smile on many people faces.toyota is bringing the fun back to their cars

[@tresjolieme81]

front end looks better then the new Z. GR86 looks great all around.

[@GKWunder]

It looks like it takes about a half second when clicking the paddle and the transmission shifting. That isn’t instantaneous like a dual clutch but it’s not bad at all. In fact it’s a very decent response time for a 6 speed torque converter auto and might be better with a TCM tune. It’s not a ZF 8 speed but it looks like an improvement over the previous gen despite having the denied downshifts which can be fixed by a tune if a company is willing to R&D it. I personally like it and think the paddle shifter designs look sporty and fit the car, but obviously a manual is the better option here given the performance and full experience. Still would go auto lol.

[@GKWunder]

@@ACommenterOnKZbin yeah man I agree with you

[@30hours51]

If I have a daily car like a Alfa Romeo giulia(my next purchase) I would swap my gr86 to a manual 86 instantly but it’s my only car rn and auto is perfect

[@DylanTK]

it has a built in safety that doesn't allow downshifts above 4k. prevents damage and gives you 1k rpm of headroom in the next lower gear. the real issue is just that the gears are a bit too long... I get that it would be better if they allowed downshifts to redline, but to me that's really not a big deal and will be tuned out by someone im sure. I have a 600whp Supra in manual as the weekend car, and this car is still a ton of fun to drive in the mountains (manual mode AT), but then you can pop it into regular AT when you get stuck in traffic etc. You also get adaptive cruise and a bunch of other stuff on the AT that's way better for DD duty.

[@lawnmower6591]

Yooooo can I drive the supra??

[@jonasbaine3538]

simple fix for automatic is to just install the m/t frs differential that has a shorter final drive. that will make all gr86 automatic gears shorter

[@DylanTK]

@@jonasbaine3538, the MT diff is the same diff for zenki 86/BRZ (4.10), and while the kouki manuals had the 4.30 that wont change the world with the auto (I'm getting one of these tho). to actually get the auto to perform more similar to the AT you need like 4.40 gearset or better. that said, second gen diff is a 3.90 vs the manual 4.10, so the changes are a least a bit more pronounced when upgrading.

[@daff5507]

great insight tho, i can use (manual mode at) when having fun and just regular AT when doing daily

[@raydixon9724]

Am 70 years old hate manual cars automatic is for me it's a pleasure to drive all the time

[@alexthreepedals5891]

Toyota really has been stepping up their game with gr86, gr yaris and gr corolla!

[@floop2935]

This is a true sports car! Finally! A car that champions driving experience over just horsepower or initial acceleration 😩 a real enthusiastic sports vehicle!

[@HumorDash]

I test drive the automatic today and it's fast af

[@epicwolf]

Im sure 90% of people who buy this car will go for the manuel but it is nice to see the review of the automatic. Im a car enthusiast so I do prefer a manual however having an automatic in a sports car isnt a bad thing either. Hense Supra. I mean its about the steering and driving quality and how it moves you on a turn or a corner. Sure a manual makes you feel how the tranmission is working but to be an auto can make you feel awesome too on a turn.

[@OutRAjious]

I think those gear changes are pretty exciting and pretty perfect personally….

[@nodrogkam]

Thanks for the review. The black wheels match the black mirror caps on the GR models (versus body color mirrors caps on BRZ). One feature with the AT is when in 'sport' mode, the sound maker increases in volume - to the same level of the manual. The AT is a bit quieter of a car than the MT without needing to unplug the sound maker when driven normally/cruising. Lower engine RPMs at highway speeds help too. The Michelin PS4 are a big disappointment in terms of road noise and tramlining.

[@panagiotisf7228]

I have ps4s tires on my camaro best tire I've ever had on a car you must be smoking crack

[@eliotgarcia21]

@@panagiotisf7228 you also have much more nose insulation, he not saying the performance is bad but the the road noise is.

[@panagiotisf7228]

@@eliotgarcia21 and I'm saying I have michellin ps4s on my car and there is no tire noise much quieter then any other tire I've had and I have 3 cars with 3 types of tires

[@nodrogkam]

@@panagiotisf7228 the PS4S is not the PS4. I love the PS4S. Devils in reading the details.

[@30hours51]

@@panagiotisf7228 and ur car is 1000lb more than a 86, more noise cancelling. Then again I’m not complains about the tyres. I don’t mind the noise when the music is on

[@danmac6185]

If you don't know how to drive a manual, don't be scared, it's super easy to learn. I bought my first manual, having never driven one before.

[@bhearing7681]

For me the Brz was easier because I could order and spec to my liking instead of a toyota waitlist and 1k markup plus uneeded accessories I almost went with the Mx5 RF. I've loved every single pov video of yours

[@arthurleonardmalijan5163]

subaru is stilled owned by toyota tho

[@neuronexusnetwork9142]

@@arthurleonardmalijan5163 Incorrect, The have stock in Subaru.. that does not mean they "own" subaru. It's owned by Fuji Heavy Industries with Toyota a minority partner.

[@JJGamer18]

this is 1 of my dream cars

[@marionavarrete5533]

As a person person I’m glade they put a automatic version

[@arsan_sn]

I really hope they're going to consider using DCT one day. The lack of bite in the Torque Converter is enough to be a deal breaker for such car.

[@kibou_no_hana_freezia]

Nah, more and more manufacturers are not using DCT. It’s fragile and def not suitable for daily use. the speed of AT gear shifting has been increasing considerably and its reasonable even from the standpoint of durability

[@jonasbaine3538]

once ecu tuning if available there should be transmission tunes to change shift points and agressiveness

[@KikiNation1]

As a person not buying this car, I’m glad they have an automatic option

[@IDrag123]

I love that the car is so awesome to modify; about to make this beast into something you see only in the Fast and Furious movies lol

[@sdhute]

As a person with a wife glad I will purchase an automatic so she can drive me around

[@jasonrichard6286]

😂 that’s hilarious!

[@clashwithmoi8926]

You should look up the history for Trueno, you won’t be disappointed.

[@rubcub39]

I’m definitely going to get this car in around a month or two

[@Soulill0quy]

my first car was a Tercel MT, then I got an '01 NB MT which was soo much fun to drive. Life and priorities changed and now I have a '17 Mazda3 Sedan AT. Love the Mazda3, but I do miss the feel of a sports car. I'd love to own a GR86 one day, maybe an AT since I'm a travelling classical musician that is always caught in a lot of traffic. Nice to see the AT does come with paddle shifters

[@anhiirr]

the brz sells in the number/figures as a future collectors item. A limited trim/spec 86 or brz will no doubt appreciate in value if kept in near stock form with low wear/tear. Cant say much about other cars these days. To me thats the hidden value of having one of these as a secondary option since they bring so much value as a drivers/car on the cheap as well as the low volume sale/future collectability aspect. For me thats the added value to this platform that others also dont bring to the table

[@isaiah9775]

That dashboard is AMAZING.

[@replicanta9568]

That’s what I have in Neptune blue. No regrets!

[@AirWing]

Got my GR86 on order -- Arrived with a defective odometer cluster and the dealership is awaiting on a replacement part for it. It's been staring at me for a month now and I can't wait to set foot in it. Thanks for this review, it makes me feel a lot better about my purchase. Hoping nothing else is wrong with it besides that.

[@javierrosario6372]

How long did it take you to get the car to the dealership?

[@AirWing]

@@javierrosario6372 About... 7 months from Factory to Dealership. It's been a month since I haven't been able to take delivery because of the defect. It's been a brutal experience for me so far. :/

[@javierrosario6372]

@@AirWing was your automatic or manual?

[@AirWing]

@@javierrosario6372 Auto

[@spicysnowman8886]

@@AirWing how are you liking it?

[@Thebasicwhisper]

people saying they happy they got an auto version as if 99% of cars aren't auto I'm glad it has both options for everyone

[@aldo90731]

Hmmm...you keep forgetting about the Mazda MX-5 as another lightweight, affordable RWD car. I agree: I prefer the Toyota styling better.

[@ordinarygamer1353]

I was waiting for this review!!

[@aroundomaha]

I am not against an automatic in these cars. My GTI was an automatic and I loved it. If I were only looking for an automatic sporty or sports car I’d probably look at other options.

[@ajax8384]

Which options would that be... I am curious

[@aroundomaha]

@@ajax8384 It depends on what you want. The BRZ/86 is the sportiest bang for the buck and only affordable rear wheel drive. I sometimes miss the utility of my GTI, and the DSG is really good. Mini Cooper, GTI, Veloster R Spec(2019-2021), Elantra N Line, or KIA Forte GT all have good utility and automatic options.

[@TTGamingTrinh]

@@aroundomaha i have a mk7 gti dual clutch rn and its fun, especially after a tune. The veloster/sonata N line are so much fun though

[@stevebuscemi3622]

@@TTGamingTrinh yeah but then you have to be seen in public driving a korean car, gross

[@CapFlipGaming]

@@ajax8384 automatic Camaros are great

[@daff5507]

i got the automatic only because there’s 6-10 manuals in the whole state of texas and all of them are sold and marked up over 7k like wtf, got my automatic msrp with just a reasonable 1.5k add ons and 1k for 7 year interrior exterior warranty

[@pHixiq]

God man I’d love this car. Probably will trade my IS200t in for this(even tho it’s more powerful) one day. Super sporty

[@imraimsd9501]

Your IS is not faster than that.

[@pHixiq]

@@imraimsd9501 you know what, I for some reason can’t find stable numbers on the Gr86 ?? I keep seeing stuff from 5.4 seconds to 6.3?? I should have said “more powerful” either way tho.

[@stranger242]

@@pHixiq 5.4 for the manual 0-60. 6.6 0-60 for the automatic.

[@pHixiq]

@@stranger242 appreciate that fam. IS200t numbers range from 6.6-6.9 but I’ve gotten constant 6.2 with sport mode enabled.

[@lux8148]

IS200tよりGR86のほうが0-100もサーキットも速いよ。

[@leom00n79]

I can’t wait. Looking forward to driving mines.

[@TobajzzHD]

it just hit me, this literally looks like a mini RC F

[@07acanoia]

Wasn’t a fan of the original twins, but I really like the whole GR line from Toyota

[@thegrimreaper6926]

Yeah. And the engine(although most people don't like sound) I really like the tractor sound just sounds classy.

[@klaatuzogran4503]

As someone who wears Hawaiian shirts, I appreciate the automatic as it gives me more time to check myself out in the Mirror 😜

[@apesassin7002]

As much as I would love to drive one of these as a manual, I am kind of forced to have an automatic as I commute to my university 40 min away from me and the highway usually gets clogged with traffic when I go and leave, so a manual in that situation is not ideal

[@jawzblaze]

I guess the harder you break.. the harder the downshift. Someone reviewing on KZbin was displaying it.. its pretty cool.

[@nanashi2146]

I really like this car with the manual

[@NQBN]

In this day and age very few people find manual transmissions interesting.

[@victorquezada8353]

Traffic is an issue in my area so... that's the only thing holding me back for the manual

[@nielp91]

My hachi roku had a bug. 180 miles on ODO 2023. Psi on one tire reads 11 with warnings. Should be able to see with the naked eye. But it looks good. Feels solid like the other tires. Will need to recalibrate.

[@robsouth7309]

Reminds me of the old, classic Celica. In fact, Toyota could call this car “the new Celica” and be totally convincing.

[@O777EGA]

Gonna try to get the Base GR86 2023 AT soon :) Its just so beautifullllllll to me. Also because this is a two door car, I honestly don't want anyone else to ride front passenger since I will have the seat down at all times including back seats for extra storage. I like to be alone when I am driving, it calms the nerve and relaxing while I bump up some music, especially for night drives too!

[@ordinarygamer1353]

I think with the right tire setup + some bolt ons you’d be under 6 seconds 0-60 with the auto

[@shivamarya5225]

Does it matter? there isnt a big difference in fun factor if you get 6.1 sec or 5.9 sec 0-60, the launhces feel kinda similar, the handling makes all the difference

[@stranger242]

@@shivamarya5225 the current 0-60 on the auto is about 6.6 to 6.7 seconds, so over a half a second is noticeable.

[@shivamarya5225]

@@stranger242 noticeable but not alot more fun or anything, I don't know why people care so much about 0-60 launches, even under 4 sec launches start feeling boring, nice handling on a back road is fun for years

[@neuronexusnetwork9142]

@@stranger242 actual numbers in track are around 5.5 ~ 5.4 per customer reviews and testing with videos to back it up "Offical" HP and 0-60 and underrated for whatever reason.

[@ordinarygamer1353]

@@shivamarya5225 well that’s what I was getting at. A lot of people shitting on the automatic, but you can still have plenty of fun with an auto. Especially if you’re in the Bay Area like me and traffic is horrible

[@yungsailor6786]

Idk why some people despise automatic I use automatic for traveling and work and manual for hangouts and just having fun

[@Bmontepeque11]

To me it's good to see a good automatic in an 86 because there are people who because of medical problems can't dirve manual, so I like that they are not being left out :), But for anyone else, just take the manual 🙂

[@Stickysoap97]

There’s a lot of traffic near me so I don’t wanna live with the extra work from a manual

[@S3lfinjury]

As someone who’s always drunk it’s hard to find the clutch I’m glad we got an automatic

[@paulmagson]

Throttle controller and a tune will fix what ales you, if you are a automatic type of guy! which is nothing wrong with that.

[@therealThundergod132]

I recently was in the market for a GR86 because I previously owned a 2017 Toyota 86. After countless days deciding if I should pull the trigger for the GR86, I just ended up getting a 2022 Toyota Tacoma Trail Edition. The GR86 is a great car, but after driving an 86 for nearly 5 years, I figured it was time for something more practical and comfortable for daily purposes. I do hope the GR86 sticks around for a few more years as I plan to return to the platform in the future. But, in the mean time, I'll just stick to my truck and explore the world of off roading as it was something I've always had interest in.

[@huni8268]

Also, if you want to tune your 86/brz, 6AT is better choice to handle that extra power.

[@santi0067]

Why

[@TheHolero]

Mind explaining??

[@Dampachi100]

I prefer the red accents and stitching in the BRZ more actually. The silver interior doesn't tickle my fancy.

[@MrFoxfire510]

As a person who is a person I am a person

[@theiaraine]

As a car who is a car, vroom

[@ferologics]

hahahahaha

[@robinhack5531]

Wow the Sound is very beautiful

[@bigbox7479]

As a person, Im glad this car

[@yousefdarestani3]

The only reason I prefer the automatic one is the ADAPTIVE cruise control.

[@RawTophat]

My dad bought a base stick shift gr 86 for his commuter car going to the city, he says it’s a fun toy.

[@salmon4o4]

A dual clutch like Hyundai's N cars would remove any automatic uncertainty.

[@turner4243]

how did you get a Premium gr86 that's an automatic in your possession? It seems like dealers sell the base model with a automatic and a premium with a manual. I have never even seen a an automatic premium for sale lol. Topher has the connections apparently

[@jeremiah4708]

I got a premium automatic in December with no markup. When I was looking for mine it was between the premium auto and 3 other base autos. It seems like there wasn’t many manuals allocated in my area.

[@alh06]

There’s been a few on dealer lots. My friend bought an auto premium GR86 back in March.

[@turner4243]

@@alh06 yeah I don’t know around here it’s basically all the base models are automatic and the premiums are manual. I do remember seeing a couple manual base models though

[@besc0bar]

premium automatics are everywhere man

[@daff5507]

I want a manual, because I know it’s fun. But my parents wants a automatic. I mean I really can’t do anything but get what they like. Because it’s in their name. Their insurance but ill use the car and pay 70% of the cars monthly. I mean a gr86 auto is better than nothing right? They pay for insurace ofc, which helps a lot. and they get to get approved on lower prices which I cant. edit: subaru has limited stock of brz now, and taking orders for the 2023’s, idk about toyotas 86 edit2: they want a automatic so they can use it aswell, my dad knows manual but they got use to the comfort of the automatic which i understand. But if i’m going to pay for it full, after 3-4 years i would hope to get a manual so I can enjoy it. But a automatic gr86 is better than no gr86

[@Joolz1982]

Loved the balanced opinions as always.

[@dann5554]

Keen on auto gr86 for daily. Got a s2000 too so idc about it needing to be manual

[@RDFspaniard]

Thanks for the great review. Would love a manual butanual labor took it's toll on me and can't do long drives with a manual thanks to knee issues. Nice work, thanks again.

[@kylenewberry2598]

That trueno blue is killer.

[@XantoS771]

A dual clutch would have maked a lot of sense. That's why the mk7.5 gti with dsg and performance pack was so great

[@serpent86]

Ya gonna be honest idk why it’s not DCT. Even the forte GT is DCT or even a ZF would have been amazing. Still a decent Transmission tho (compared to last years). I recommend/tell people get what you want don’t let others dictate it! Have a great day!!!

[@Zeke19]

It’s all about keeping the cost of the vehicle down. Neither Toyota or Subaru have a DCT for a FWD application let alone a RWD one. Meanwhile this 6 speed auto is/was used in Lexus products. While a DCT would be nice, the auto is perfectly adequate for the application.

[@xuimod]

A DCT would probably add at least $2-3k to the price since Toyota doesn't have its own DCT and Toyota would likely source a reliable (read not cheap) DCT.

[@tompilsworth3753]

@@xuimod heavier to, i think. and if it was 1400kg or so, thats a v different car

[@ΧρήστοςΔενέχεισημασία]

In addition to what others said before, a DCT is far less reliable than a torque converter too.... Especially if you are using the car as a daily driver in the city and need to start/stop a lot. Kills it.