Toyota GR Supra

On quick inspection, you might think the new Supra is a BMW in Toyota’s shell – after all, the cars are assembled from many of the same parts and at the same factory in Graz, Austria.

Toyota GR Supra 3.0 — Key Specs

Engine: Petrol
Power: 250 kW (340 hp)
Consumption: 8.2 l/100km
Drivetrain: RWD
0–100 km/h: 4.3 s
Top Speed: 250 km/h
Seats: 2

The test-driven three-litre Supra has virtually the same powertrain as the BMW Z4 M40i. The engine is a BMW-sourced straight-six and the gearbox is the same as the BMW, an eight-speed automatic made by ZF. The gearbox is set up very quickly and the response to the throttle pedal is remarkably precise.

The power train is the absolute heart of this three-litre model. There’s enough power to give the traction control enough work. Torque is a comfortable 500 Nm spread over a wide rev range. The rear tyres seem to be directly behind the back, so that even a slight loss of grip is easily noticed as lateral movement on the driver’s seat.

In terms of driveability, the Supra manages to surprise. Bringing technology in common with BMW sets a lot of expectations. However, it has to be said that Toyota does indeed challenge BMW’s well-known good handling in many areas.

The Supra’s steering is extremely precise, quick and responsive. The aluminium and steel bodywork seems to keep twists to a minimum, allowing the superbly tuned chassis to perform at its best.

The adjustable shock absorbers that come standard on this model make the chassis really snappy in Sport mode. Already in the Comfort position, the chassis is stiff and handles even faster driving well, but the Sport position adds a whole new dimension to the feel of the chassis.

The look is Toyota’s own, and the styling can take some getting used to. The personalised exterior will attract plenty of stares – not to mention if the colour were still yellow, one of the two available base colours.

The Supra is compact in size, with wide lines and a low centre of gravity that exude sportiness. Getting into a low Supra initially feels like slipping into a shallow cockpit, before the right trajectories are found.

In collaboration with BMW, the new Supra is a stunning package. Especially in terms of driveability, the car surprises the heck out of you. It’s hard to beat the driving pleasure of a two-seater sports car with rear-wheel drive and straight suspension.

Engine: 2998 cm³, 6-cylinder, petrol
Combustion engine power: 340 hp / 250 kW. @ 6500 rpm.
Combustion engine torque: 500 Nm. @ 1600-4500 rpm.
Acceleration: 4.3 sec (0-100 km/h)
Combined consumption: 8.2 l/100km.
CO₂ emissions: 188 g/km.
Fuel consumption in test drive: 9.1 l/100km.
Curb weight: 1570 kg.
Traction: rear-wheel drive
Boot space: 290 l.
Starting price: €64 990 (GR Supra 2.0)
Starting price for test drive: €85 375

How much power does the Toyota GR Supra have?

The Toyota GR Supra 3.0 is powered by a BMW-sourced 2,998 cm³ inline-six turbocharged petrol engine producing 250 kW (340 hp) at 6,500 rpm and 500 Nm of torque from 1,600-4,500 rpm. Drive is sent to the rear wheels via a ZF 8-speed automatic gearbox shared with the BMW Z4 M40i.

How fast is the Toyota GR Supra?

The GR Supra 3.0 accelerates from 0-100 km/h in just 4.3 seconds, with top speed electronically governed at 250 km/h. Adjustable dampers, an aluminium-and-steel body, and a low centre of gravity give the two-seater sports coupe sharp, BMW-rivalling handling.

What is the fuel consumption of the Toyota GR Supra?

Toyota’s WLTP combined figure for the GR Supra 3.0 is 8.2 l/100km, with CO₂ emissions of 188 g/km. Real-world test driving returned 9.1 l/100km, which is a fair return given the 340 hp straight-six engine and the car’s enthusiastic driving character.