For 2026, the Toyota sports car lineup is getting brighter with the GR86 Yuzu Edition

So, is this a better car than the GR Yaris? Well, this the special edition will feature 18-inch matte-black wheels and other stunning black accents throughout the vehicle. On the inside, the Yuzu edition features a black interior with yellow accents.

Customers will find black Ultrasuede trimmed sport seats with yellow perforation and yellow stitching on the steering wheel, parking brake handle, and door trim.

Brembo Brakes improve stopping power and SACHS Dampers provide additional stability while preserving GR86’s trademark playfulness. Customers can customize their vehicle by adding additional accessories like a cat-back exhaust with GR logoed silver-colored tips, and a body kit to the Yuzu edition for even more self-expression.

For the 2026 model year, the GR86 will be available in three grades – GR86, GR86 Premium and the GR86 Yuzu edition. All grades will offer a choice of a six-speed manual or automatic transmission and will be powered by a 2.4-liter, 4-cylinder boxer engine generating 228 horsepower and 184 lb.-ft of torque.

All GR86 models (including the ‘Hakone Edition’) pack in modern engineering, tech, and convenience while sticking to its lightweight sports car roots.

Weighing in at just 2,811 pounds for the manual transmission equipped base grade model, and at 2,851 pounds for the automatic transmission model, the GR86 is one of the lightest sports cars that Toyota develops. An aluminum hood, front fenders, and roof panel help keep the weight down on the body.

While details such as the use of structural adhesives in the frame and seats that are over six pounds lighter than the prior generation 86, help save precious ounces in the name of maximum control.

The naturally aspirated 2.4-liter FA-24 engine delivers 228 horsepower and 184 lb.-ft. of torque and is tuned so that peak torque arrives at 3,700 RPM, resulting in a responsive and powerful driving experience.

0-to-60 acceleration comes in at 6.1 seconds for the 6-speed manual transmission, and 6.6 seconds for the available six-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission (ECT-i). With either transmission, the GR86 comes equipped with a Torsen limited-slip rear differential for better traction while cornering.

Sports car purists will love Toyota GR86’s 6-speed manual transmission. With the push of a button, drivers can engage Track mode or switch off Vehicle Stability Control (VSC). On the automatic transmission GR86, additional clutch discs and a high-capacity torque converter allow for smooth delivery of the 2.4-liter engine’s higher power and torque.

On the inside, a low-slung, driver-focused cockpit with digital instrument panel, push-button start, HVAC system with LED dials and piano-key switches, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel with integrated audio controls keep the driver in complete control of their environment.

On the 6-speed automatic, steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters offer enthusiasts a dynamic driving experience. Drivers can choose between Normal, Sport or Snow modes. When in Sport mode, the transmission senses brake and accelerator operation and vehicle behavior to automatically select the optimal gear, bringing drivers the control they want.

An 8-inch touchscreen multimedia system with a six-speaker audio system comes standard on the base grade and an eight-speaker system is standard on the Yuzu edition and Premium grade.

For seating, the Premium grade comes with Ultrasuede and leather-trim with black stitching, six-way adjustable front seats with two-level heating. The base grade has six-way adjustable black GR-embossed fabric with sport fabric side bolsters. Rear seats include Ultrasuede trim on the Premium grade and sport fabric on the base grade.