The Toyota 86 has been updated for the 2019 model year in the United States and joining the existing 86 and 86 GT trims is the new, limited-number 86 TRD Special Edition. It has more of everything you want in terms of performance, except for what’s under the bonnet.
That’s right, the 2.0 litre naturally-aspirated boxer four-cylinder engine continues to output 205 hp at 7,000 rpm and 212 Nm of torque at 6,400 rpm when paired with a six-speed manual. Those who prefer the automatic box with the same number of gears will have to make do with 200 hp and 205 Nm instead.
Without any power boost to speak of, what is the need to fight other human beings for one of the 1,418 units being offered, and forking out the manufacturer’s suggested retail price of USD32,420 (RM131,916)?
Well, Toyota says, “if USDA Certified Organic had a sportscar category, the 2019 86 TRD Special Edition would be its benchmark.” This is the because the special edition 86 “is North America’s highest performance 86 version thanks to some essential new parts.”
For instance, you’ll get a set of SACHS dampers and Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tyres wrapped around exclusive 18-inch alloy wheels. Larger Brembo brakes (four-piston front, two-piston rear) are also fitted to ensure the car can better cope with the engine’s unchanged power output.
Away from the performance bits, all units of the 86 TRD Special Edition will comes with a TRD body kit (front bumper, side sills, rear bumper and diffuser, spoiler) as well as a Raven black paintjob. There’s also TRD tricolour graphics and a TRD exhaust system with brushed stainless steel tips to match.
Moving inside, Toyota has added contrast stitching and Granlux suede-like covering atop the instrument cluster. The interior also follows a red-black theme as evident by the steering wheel and sport bucket seats. Other items include red seatbelts and a few TRD logos. The options list does not include a supercharger or turbocharger so it’s still only 205 hp – just a reminder.
As for the regular variants, the base 86 comes with LED projector headlamps, 17-inch alloys, chrome-tipped dual exhaust, seven-inch touchscreen infotainment system (navigation is optional), bucket seats, dual-zone climate control and a 4.2-inch TFT LCD multi-info display. The 86 GT tacks on LED fog lamps, floor undercover and a matte-black rear wing. For the engine and transmission options, refer above.
Another bodykit “upgrade” but at least got aftermarket suspension.
AP importer oso selling Toyota 86 @ RM131K
Admit it already toyota..you dont have any 2.0t engine in your production. The old engines from caldina cant meet the new emission and fuel requirement. Japan fall behind due to their complacency.
I thought only P1 brand in the world cannot meet EU regulations. How come Toyota established much much earlier than P1 also fails? Must goyang kaki lepak makan kuih lapis 8x everyday
Hahaha! True dat bros!
How nice if this Toyota 86 TRD is sold here for RM131,916.00 !! john, stop drooling. He he he. Cheers…
Huh? Real men like moi goes for GTR. Hairdressers like poi goes for puny 86.
For a guy who drive only a 1.6 liter sure talk Big eh! Its time U trade in for a real man’s car john. Yes I mean the GTR that U are salivating. He he he. Cheers
Not really. The running cost for it is veli high. I much prefer to tag along my GTR fren whenever he goes trackday, my lap times aint so bad compared to his.
My 1.6L Gen2CPS is sufficient for daily thrills. Its a manual after all.
You are comparing a 220k car with something more than double its price. 200hp is enough to enjoy on track if you know what you are doing.
Too many armchair racers thinking power is everything when in comes to cars, in real life they’ve never been to track and drive a 800cc kancil.
Bro lol, don’t la whack john like this. He just want to Cari Makan bro.
That might be true for other cars but Godzilla is not known as a track monster for nuthin’.
And whats wrong with comparo something thats twice its price? Felalis and Lambos r twice its price, but Godzilla can take them on and beat them.
Oh motoring heaven if that is true.
I can smoke this thing with my 528i lol
buying kia stinger 2.0T rather than this crap
Slap on TRD badge……sell for higher price.
No engineering wonders or marvel but one to charge higher price by putting TRD stickers in the windows only.
Go to hell 86 .not interested . We are only interested in solid advance engineering not just cosmetic make up .
TRD= Trash, Rubbish, Dumpster
WOW !! From Toyota Racing Department to Trash Rubbish Dumpster ! Those “Trash” must be GOLD to be rated 28 billions US dollars in Market Cap. U must be the BEST critic ever here john.
TRD has no value. Not even their parent Toyota uses them for anything remotely related to racing, instead they rather use Toyota Motorsport or GReddy branding. TRD is just a glorified bodykit modder. And Im not the only critic here, open ur eyes and read.
very funny toyolta. every time there is a facelift, kept fooling buyer with “improved handling” slogan. even vios facelift they will always say that. but actually not a single component that will makes handling better than the previous version can be found. only new front & rear bumper only. also no showing evidence that the new bumper is more aerodynamic whatsoever. puiii