Heading 1: Toyota’s GR86 TRUENO Edition Pays Homage to the AE86
The Toyota GR86 TRUENO Edition is a clear tribute to the AE86, a car that has become a legend in the automotive industry. The AE86 was introduced four decades ago and reached the height of its popularity in the 1990s with the Trueno GT-Apex Liftback. The new GR86 TRUENO Edition pays homage to this iconic car with a black-and-white “Panda” color scheme called Halo, and another color dubbed Track bRed is also coming soon. Toyota is only producing 860 TRUENO Editions for all of the USA.
Heading 2: Performance Upgrades for the GR86 TRUENO Edition
Aside from the visual callbacks, the GR86 TRUENO Edition comes with special ZF Sachs dampers and Brembo brakes. The dampers use nitrogen and oil to absorb vibrations, maximize ground contact, and support firm, stable steering. They are common in the aftermarket and generally well-regarded. The Brembo brakes utilize a four-piston setup for the front and a two-piston caliper for the rear. The rotors are smooth, lacking any type of drilling or slotting. Buyers can choose from an automatic or manual transmission.
All TRUENO cars come with 18-inch 10-spoke aluminum wheels along with black door handles and mirror caps. They all make the same 228 hp (170 kW) and 184 lb-ft (259 Nm) of torque that the normal version does.
Heading 3: Upgrades Available for All GR86 Buyers
The performance parts from the TRUENO Edition are going to be available to the rest of the GR86 lineup. In fact, the performance package can even be applied to the 2022 and 2023 versions of the GR86 for those that want it. Finally, GR86 Active Safety is available on manual transmission-equipped models.
Active Safety includes adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning, sway warning, lead vehicle start alert, and rear sonar warning. This is a significant addition since Subaru hasn’t always been so progressive in terms of adding advanced safety features to the manual BRZ twin.
Heading 4: Pricing and Availability
The 2024 GR86 TRUENO Edition arrives in winter, and pricing will be announced closer to its release. With only 860 units being produced for the USA, it’s expected to be a hot commodity among car enthusiasts.
Heading 5: Conclusion
The Toyota GR86 TRUENO Edition is a clear tribute to the AE86, a car that has become a legend in the automotive industry. With its black-and-white “Panda” color scheme and performance upgrades such as special ZF Sachs dampers and Brembo brakes, the TRUENO Edition is sure to be a hit among car enthusiasts. The fact that the performance parts will also be available to the rest of the GR86 lineup is a significant addition, and the availability of GR86 Active Safety on manual transmission-equipped models is a welcome feature. The 2024 GR86 TRUENO Edition is set to arrive in winter, and with only 860 units being produced for the USA, it’s sure to be a highly sought-after car.