2027 GR86 Specs Review in Pensacola, FL

2027 Toyota GR86 in Pensacola, FL, at Bob Tyler Toyota

The 2027 Toyota GR86 keeps the sports-car formula refreshingly simple: a naturally aspirated boxer engine up front, rear-wheel drive, a six-speed manual transmission, and a chassis built around driver involvement. At Bob Tyler Toyota in Pensacola, FL, shoppers can choose between the GR86 and GR86 Premium, both powered by a 228-horsepower 2.4-liter engine. With a curb weight starting at just 2,811 pounds and a standard Torsen limited-slip differential, the GR86 prioritizes balance and responsiveness over unnecessary complexity.

Both trims seat four and share the same core performance hardware, but the Premium adds upgraded seating, wheels, tires, exterior details, and audio equipment. An available Performance Package offers another step up for drivers seeking more serious braking and suspension hardware.

Interior Comfort and Space

The four-seat cabin keeps the driver at the center of the experience. Cargo volume measures 6.26 cubic feet, while a one-piece folding rear seatback provides additional flexibility when carrying larger items.

Key comfort and convenience features include:

• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Six-way adjustable driver’s seat
• Four-way adjustable front passenger seat
• Leather-trimmed manual tilt and telescopic steering wheel
• Power windows with one-touch auto up/down

The GR86 includes sport front bucket seats with black side bolsters, fabric inserts and a G-embossed design. The rear seat uses fabric upholstery. Other cabin details include contrast stitching, a manual-dimming rearview mirror, leather-trimmed hand brake, leather-trimmed manual-transmission shift lever and knob, leather-trimmed gearshift boot, dual sun visors with vanity mirrors and a fixed center console with covered storage and cup holders.

Premium replaces the standard seating with two-stage heated sport seats featuring leather-trimmed bolsters and Ultrasuede inserts. Red leather-trimmed bolsters with Ultrasuede inserts are available. Premium also adds seatback pockets, an Ultrasuede-trimmed rear seatback, illuminated vanity mirrors, aluminum sport pedals and cast-iron interior ornamentation.

Exterior Design

At 167.9 inches long, 69.9 inches wide and just 51.6 inches tall, the GR86 has the low proportions expected of a dedicated sports coupe. Its 101.4-inch wheelbase and functional aerodynamic details reinforce its performance-focused design.

Standard exterior features include:

• Dual chrome-tipped exhaust
• LED daytime running lights
• Functional front-wheel-arch air outlet vents
• Heated power outside mirrors
• Variable intermittent windshield wipers

Every GR86 also has LED side marker lights, LED rear combination lights, a rear deck lid-mounted LED stop light, backup light, rear window defogger with timer, black rear bumper lower valance, color-keyed double-bubble roof, shark-fin antenna and rear GR86 badge. Exterior colors include Raven, Pavement, Thunder, Steel, Halo, Trueno Blue and Track bRED.

The front incorporates a black functional matrix grille with a G-mesh insert, GR badge, and functional air inlet ducts with black accent trim. The GR86 uses auto-leveling projector-type LED headlights with Automatic High Beams and 17-inch machined-finish alloy wheels. Premium adds an Adaptive Front-Lighting System, color-keyed duckbill rear spoiler, and 18-inch matte-black alloy wheels.

Boxer Engine and Rear-Wheel-Drive Performance

Both trims use an FA24 2.4-liter naturally aspirated horizontally opposed four-cylinder boxer engine. The DOHC 16-valve engine features Toyota’s D-4S direct-injection system, a 12.5:1 compression ratio, and a 7,000-rpm horsepower peak.

Core performance specifications include:

• 228 horsepower at 7,000 rpm
• 184 lb-ft of torque at 3,700 rpm
• Rear-wheel drive
• Torsen limited-slip differential
• Six-speed manual transmission

Toyota lists a 6.1-second zero to 60 mph time and a 140-mph maximum speed for both trims. EPA-estimated fuel economy is 20 mpg city, 26 mpg highway, and 22 mpg combined. Toyota specifies gasoline with an octane rating of 93 or higher. GR circuit-tuned Electric Power Steering uses a power-assisted rack-and-pinion design with 2.5 turns lock to lock. The turning circle measures 35.4 feet.

The suspension combines MacPherson struts up front with a multi-link rear layout. GR circuit-tuned coil springs, shock absorbers, iron front knuckles and a rear-suspension-member-mounted stabilizer bar are standard. Front and rear stabilizer bars measure 18 mm and 15 mm, respectively. Standard braking hardware consists of 11.6-inch ventilated front rotors with two-piston steel floating calipers and 11.4-inch solid rear rotors with one-piston steel floating calipers. ABS and a center hand brake are standard.

Wheels, Tires and Performance Packages

Wheel and tire equipment varies by trim. The GR86 pairs its 17-by-7.5-inch wheels with 215/45R17 Michelin Primacy HP summer tires. Premium uses 18-by-7.5-inch wheels and 215/40R18 Michelin Pilot Sport 4 summer performance tires. A tire repair kit is included.

Available performance equipment includes:

• Brembo four-piston front brakes
• Brembo two-piston rear brakes
• 12.8-inch ventilated front rotors
• 12.4-inch solid rear rotors
• SACHS dampers

The available Performance Package adds Brembo brakes and SACHS dampers; on the base GR86, it also includes 18-inch matte-black-painted alloy wheels. An available GR Aero Kit for the GR86 Premium adds a front splitter, side skirts and rear diffuser. Every GR86 also includes a complimentary one-year National Auto Sport Association membership with one free High-Performance Driving Experience.

Technology and Multimedia

The GR86 keeps its technology straightforward while providing the connectivity drivers expect.

• 8-inch touchscreen
• Apple CarPlay® compatibility
• Android Auto™ compatibility
• SiriusXM three-month trial
• 7-inch TFT GR digital gauge cluster

The GR86 has a six-speaker audio system, while the Premium upgrades to an eight-speaker system with an amplifier. Two USB 2.0 charging ports and an auxiliary port are located in the center console.

The 7-inch digital gauge cluster provides detailed performance and driving information, including:

• Central tachometer with Sport and Track Modes
• Engine coolant and oil temperatures
• Stopwatch and lap timer
• G-force friction circle
• Horsepower and torque curves

Additional displays include GR86 Active Safety information, average trip speed, driving time, fuel consumption data, odometer, twin trip meters and outside temperature. Connected services add another layer of convenience. Safety Connect includes a five-year trial with Emergency Assistance, enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Remote Connect also includes a five-year trial and supports compatible Toyota app and smartwatch functions. Subscriptions are required after applicable trial periods.

Safety and Driver Assistance

The 2027 GR86 combines conventional safety equipment with the GR86 Active Safety Suite.

• Pre-Collision Braking System
• Pre-Collision Throttle Management
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Lane Departure Alert with Sway Warning
• Lead Vehicle Start Alert

Automatic High Beams are also included in the active safety suite. Additional safety equipment includes seven airbags, three-point seatbelts for every seating position, Hill Start Assist Control, a Tire Pressure Monitor System, and LATCH anchors for the outboard rear seats.

Vehicle Stability Control includes Track Mode and works alongside Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Brake Force Distribution and Brake Assist. An anti-theft system with alarm and immobilizer and a backup camera with projected path are also standard. Premium adds Blind Spot Detection and Rear Parking Sonar with Reverse Automatic Braking.

Test Drive the 2027 Toyota GR86 at Bob Tyler Toyota

Visit Bob Tyler Toyota in Pensacola, FL, to explore the 2027 Toyota GR86 and GR86 Premium. Compare their seating, wheel and tire setups, available performance equipment, and cabin features, then get behind the wheel to experience the GR86’s 228-horsepower boxer engine, rear-wheel-drive balance, and driver-focused chassis firsthand.

Disclaimer: This content was drafted with AI assistance for initial drafting, reviewed by a subject-matter expert for accuracy, and edited by our team of writers and editors.

* All fuel economy mpg listings in the content above are EPA estimates. Actual mileage will vary.