Overview
The Toyota GR86 is a four-seat, rear-wheel-drive sports coupe for drivers who want a 2.4-litre petrol engine and a choice of manual or automatic transmission. Launched in this generation in 2023, it starts from RM296,000 in Malaysia and keeps the focus on a compact, driver-led layout rather than outright power figures.
GR86 in 2026 — what's new
For 2026, the GR86 receives a Japan-market update with Solid Gray paint, revised throttle calibration and a revised manual shifter. A 2027 US-market car follows with improved shift feel, updated throttle calibration and Thunder paint. In Malaysia, the range remains the 6MT and 6AT, both using the 2,387 cc, 234 hp petrol engine, rear-wheel drive and four seats.
Variants (2)
RM296,000–RM306,000 · est. from RM3,020/mo
Which variant to buy
Most buyers looking for the GR86 experience should pick the RM296,000 6MT. It pairs the 234 hp 2.4-litre petrol engine and rear-wheel drive with the manual gearbox, and is the lower-priced route into the car. The RM306,000 6AT suits drivers who need an automatic, but the RM10,000 gap does not buy extra power: both have 234 hp, RWD and four seats. Check the equipment list before paying more for the automatic.
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 234 hp
- Torque
- 250 Nm
- Capacity
- 2,387 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 6.3 seconds
- Transmission
- Manual
- Driveline
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 4
- Boot Space
- 226 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 234 hp
- Torque
- 250 Nm
- Capacity
- 2,387 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 6.8 seconds
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 4
- Boot Space
- 226 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee
Previous model years (4)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 234 hp
- Torque
- 250 Nm
- Capacity
- 2,387 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 6.3 seconds
- Transmission
- Manual
- Driveline
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 4
- Boot Space
- 226 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 234 hp
- Torque
- 250 Nm
- Capacity
- 2,387 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 6.8 seconds
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 4
- Boot Space
- 226 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 234 hp
- Torque
- 250 Nm
- Capacity
- 2,387 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 6.3 seconds
- Transmission
- Manual
- Driveline
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 4
- Boot Space
- 226 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 234 hp
- Torque
- 250 Nm
- Capacity
- 2,387 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 6.8 seconds
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 4
- Boot Space
- 226 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee
Colours
across the range — availability varies by variant
- Crystal Black Silica Metallic
- Crystal White Pearl Pearl
- Ignition Red Metallic
- Magnetite Grey Metallic
Toyota GR86 buyer's guides & reviews
Verdict
The GR86 keeps a clear, traditional sports-coupe formula: 234 hp from a 2,387 cc petrol engine, rear-wheel drive and a manual option. The 6MT is the more direct fit for the car’s purpose, while the 6AT broadens its usability for drivers who do not want three pedals. It costs RM46,755 more than the Subaru BRZ, so that gap needs careful scrutiny against specification and preference.
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Toyota GR86 sales in Malaysia
536 registered so far in 2026 — Malaysia's #75 best-selling model this year.
Full GR86 sales data, month by month →Rivals to consider
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Toyota GR86 FAQ
How much is the Toyota GR86 in Malaysia?
The Toyota GR86 costs RM296,000 as a 6MT or RM306,000 as a 6AT.
Which Toyota GR86 variant should I buy?
Choose the 6MT if you want the manual gearbox and lower price. Choose the 6AT only if an automatic is essential; both variants have 234 hp, rear-wheel drive and four seats.
How much power does the Toyota GR86 have?
The GR86 has a 2,387 cc petrol engine producing 234 hp in both 6MT and 6AT forms.
Is the Toyota GR86 rear-wheel drive?
Yes. Both Malaysian GR86 variants are rear-wheel drive, with a choice of manual or automatic transmission.
