When it comes to the best in driver involvement, its hard to beat a Toyota GT86. This pure sports machine balances a dynamic chassis with a potent ‘boxer’ engine to create one of the ultimate packages in pure driving pleasure.
This coupe harks back to sports cars of old. Its long, sleek bonnet contrasts with a short rear overhang for an aggressive look, while sharp and sporting design details delivers a race car-like look for the road.
Driver focus is the name of the game when it comes to the cabin of the Toyota GT86. A thin and well-shaped steering wheel feels comfortable in the hands, while huggy bucket seats create a real sense of involvement with the car.
Under the bonnet of the Toyota GT86 sits a 2.0-litre ‘boxer’ engine, delivering its power to the rear wheels of the sports car via a slick and engaging six-speed gearbox. Along with punch power delivery high in the rev range, its burbly audio note is like music to the ears.
For an even racier racier feel, the latest variants of the GT86 a suite of telemetry options can be browsed on the GT86 through steering wheel controls — with data like G readings, lap times and power curves visible in the instrument cluster.