| Manufacturer | Subaru |
|---|---|
| Also called | Toyota GT-86 (Europe) Subaru BRZ Scion FR-S |
| Production | 2012 (to commence) |
| Assembly | Ōta, Gunma, Japan |
| Class | Sports car |
| Body style | 2-door coupé |
| Layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel drive layout |
| Platform | Collaborative Subaru and Toyota |
| Engine | 2.0L 4U-GSE / FA20 H4 |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual 6-speed automatic |
| Wheelbase | 2,570 mm (101.2 in) |
| Length | 4,239 mm (166.9 in) |
| Width | 1,775 mm (69.9 in) |
| Height | 1,285 mm (50.6 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,180 kg (2,601 lb) |
| Related | Scion FR-S Subaru BRZ |
The Toyota 86 is a sport compact car developed jointly by Japanese manufacturers Toyota and Subaru that will be released in 2012. It has 2+2 seats, a 2-door coupé body style and a front-engine, rear-wheel drive layout.
The model will be sold under three different brands: Toyota (Toyota 86 in Japan and Australia[1] and Toyota GT-86 in Europe), Subaru (Subaru BRZ) and Scion (Scion FR-S). "86" (pronounced "eight-six") refers to the Toyota AE86, a car sold in the 1980s. As such, the Toyota 86 has been named as the spiritual successor of the original AE86 during the press release of the 86. The Toyota and Scion have little distinguishing elements - the latter has cheaper pieces to reduce base price in the United States. The Subaru differs mainly in its front end, where the grille has an hexagonal shape versus an inverted trapezoid in the Toyota and Scion.
It was first presented as a concept car at the October 2009 Tokyo Motor Show under the name Toyota FT-86, FT being shorthand for "Future Toyota". Later, a high-performance version was launched at the January 2010 Tokyo Auto Salon as the Toyota FT-86 G Sports. At the 2011 Geneva Motor Show, a third concept car was shown, the Toyota FT-86 II. The BRZ and FR-S also had their concept cars, the Subaru BRZ Concept STI and the Scion FR-S Concept. The production version of the 86, BRZ and FR-S were unveiled at the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show,
Initially, the 86 and sister models will feature a Subaru-sourced naturally aspirated 2.0 L flat-4 boxer gasoline engine (Toyota engine code 4U-GSE, Subaru engine code FA20) that will deliver 197 hp (147 kW; 200 PS) that includes a direct injection system from Toyota. The model will be offered with two six-speed transmissions: a manual and an automatic with paddle shifters. The weight of the 86 is 1,180 kilograms (2,601 lb). [2]
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| Production | 2009 |
|---|---|
| Layout |
FR Toyota FR Subaru |
| Platform | shortened Subaru Impreza |
| Engine | 2.0 L Toyota-Subaru "D-4S" Flat-4 |
| Transmission | 6 speed manual |
| Wheelbase | 2,570 mm (101.2 in) |
| Length | 4,160 mm (163.8 in) |
| Width | 1,760 mm (69.3 in) |
| Height | 1,260 mm (49.6 in) |
The Toyota FT-86 is a concept car manufactured jointly by Toyota and Subaru. The vehicle consists of many design cues from the earlier FT-HS concept. It features a 2.0-litre Toyota-Subaru "D-4S" boxer engine.[3] The FT-86 rides on a modified Subaru Impreza platform with 101.2-inch wheelbase, with length, width, and height measuring 163.8, 69.3, and 49.6 inches, respectively.[4]
The production model will be called the Toyota GT 86 (Toyota 86 in Japan). A base price in the US$20,000 range is expected when the car hits the United States market, where it will be called the Scion FR-S, with the Subaru version following shortly afterwards.[5]
It is expected that the Toyota and Subaru versions will be styled similarly on the outside, with the Subaru version getting different head and tail lights and a different hood. It has a 2.0 litre naturally aspirated boxer engine mated to a Subaru 6-speed manual transmission.[6] The concept is fitted with brakes from Advics, a joint venture company formed between Aisin Seiki, Denso, Sumitomo Electric and Toyota.
According to chief engineer Tetsuya Tada, the unique shoujyouhi red colour was based on the colour of a Japanese monkey's backside.[7]
The FT-86 was first shown at the October 2009 Tokyo Motor Show[8] and the first showing outside of Japan was at the March 2010 Geneva Motor Show.[9]
An enhanced version called the FT-86 G Sports was shown at the January 2010 Tokyo Auto Salon as part of the Toyota G Sports range. Toyota Europe presented a revised FT-86 II at the March 2011 Geneva Motor Show as the successor to the FT-86.
At the October 2009 Tokyo Motor Show, Jim Lentz, COO and President of Toyota Motor Sales USA confirmed that the production version of the FT-86 is scheduled to be sold in America but an actual date was not yet disclosed.[10] At the March 2010 Geneva Motor Show, Toyota Europe announced that the production version of the vehicle will be released in November 2011.[11]
On 2 September 2010, British car magazine AutoExpress [12] reported the Subaru model will feature an all-wheel drive drivetrain as opposed to the salient feature of rear-wheel drive for the Toyota-badged model. They claimed the Subaru model's all-wheel drive system would have a rear-wheel bias, improving handling. The flat-four, longitudinal engine layout would also be fully coherent with the model policy and mechanical characteristics of all Subaru cars of the past 30 years.
More recent reporting indicates the Subaru version will not have the advantage of turbocharging to give it the power necessary for sporting performance. It may not have all-wheel drive.[13]
| Production | 2010 |
|---|---|
| Body style | 3-door hatchback |
| Length | 4,190 mm (165.0 in) |
| Width | 1,780 mm (70.1 in) |
| Height | 1,230 mm (48.4 in) |
The Toyota FT-86 G Sports Concept is a modification of the Toyota FT-86 Concept manufactured jointly by Toyota and Subaru and shown at the January 2010 Tokyo Auto Salon as part of the Toyota G Sports range. The FT-86 G Sports Concept differs from the original FT-86 in the use of carbon fibre panels, a vented bonnet, a large rear spoiler, new 19 inch wheels and a custom exhaust.[14][15] The interior features Recaro bucket seats and a rollcage. The horizontally opposed engine is upgraded with a turbocharger. The FT-86 G Sports concept has reappeared at Toyota's showroom in Amlux, Ikebukuro. The production version of the FT-86 has been named as the Toyota 86.
| Production | 2011 |
|---|---|
| Length | 4,235 mm (166.7 in) |
| Width | 1,795 mm (70.7 in) |
| Height | 1,270 mm (50.0 in) |
On 1 March 2011, Toyota Europe presented Toyota FT-86 II Concept at the preview of the 2011 Geneva Motor Show as the successor to the Toyota FT-86 Concept. 'FT' stands for 'Future Toyota'. The vehicle was designed by the Toyota European Design and Development centre (ED2) with increased dimensions compared to its predecessor. It includes redesigned front bumper and headlights, rear bumper and tail lights, an added rear spoiler and side vents.
| Manufacturer | Toyota and Subaru |
|---|---|
| Production | 2011 |
| Class | Sport |
| Body style | 2+2 fast back |
| Platform | FR |
| Engine | 2.0 L Flat-4 Toyota-Subaru "D-4S" |
| Length | 4,272.3 mm (168.2 in) |
| Width | 1,816.1 mm (71.5 in) |
| Height | 1,204.0 mm (47.4 in) |
The Scion FR-S Sports Coupe Concept, where FR-S means Front-engine, Rear-wheel drive, Sport, was unveiled at the 2011 New York International Auto Show.[16][17] According to Yahoo! Autos, [18] sales are expected to start in the third quarter of 2012 as the Scion FR-S.
Subaru BRZ Concept STI at 2011 LA Auto Show |
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| Manufacturer | Subaru |
|---|---|
| Also called | Subaru BRZ prologue |
| Production | 2011 |
The Subaru BRZ Concept STI is the second FR car from Subaru - the first being Subaru's first car ever, the Subaru 1500.
The FR-S was designed around a front-mounted boxer engine rear-wheel drive configuration. "The flat architecture of the boxer engine, allows it to be mounted low, dropping the center of gravity down, resulting in sporty handling characteristics."[19] The exterior design of the FR-S was inspired by the Toyota 2000GT's extremely low to the ground profile and long, sleek hood. The total concept of the car was most inspired by the Toyota AE86 which originally utilized lightweight design combined with modest engine power along with the front engine rear-wheel drive design that the FR-S will have. According to the FR-S's designers, "The goal was to create an authentic rear-wheel drive sports car with compelling style, exceptionally balanced performance and handling, flexible utility and surprising MPG."[19] The car's design was inspired by previous Toyota sports cars including the Toyota Sports 800, Toyota 2000GT, and Toyota AE86.[19]
The FR-S engine is a naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine that uses Subaru's horizontally opposed boxer engine as well as Toyota's D-4S injection system which uses both direct and port injection. The engine has a 12.5:1 compression ratio that results in 200 horse power @ 7000 RPM and 151 pound-feet of torque. As part of FR-S's low weight design, the car utilizes an aluminum hood, a solid roof, and a trunk design as opposed to a hatchback.[20]
The FR-S offers two 6 speed transmission built by Aisin, a manual gearbox and modified automatic transmission from the Lexus IS-F, minus two gears. The automatic uses a traditional wet torque converter design, but its software has been engineered to mimic the response of a dual-clutch gearbox. The automatic transmission uses three different modes, Sport, Snow, and Normal.
When questioned about differences between the Subaru BRZ and the Scion FR-S, Scion hinted at the FR-S being tuned more for sport, while the Subaru was tuned more for ride compliance. Meaning the Subaru could be softer. This also explaining why the BRZ is rated at an advertised 197 horse power and the FR-S at 200 horse power.[21]
The Interior Features a 2+2 seating configuration which utilizes low mounted front seats. The rear seats fold down enabling increased storage space for larger items.[20]
"TOYOTA 86 PROTOTYPE MODEL for TOKYO MOTOR SHOW 2011" (in Japanese). http://toyota.jp/86.
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