A Toyota Yaris With a 268-HP Three-Cylinder Engine Is Officially a Thing
Toyota has truly outdone itself with the new GR Yaris. It is a compact hot hatch model with extraordinary mechanization and a whole new level of power, which premiered at the Tokyo Motor Show.
The Toyota GR Yaris will compete with models such as the Ford Fiesta ST, Renault Clio RS and Volkswagen Polo GTI. At least when it comes to dimensions, because in terms of power, the Japanese supermini is way ahead. Also, he owns something his rivals don't have – all-wheel drive.
How did Toyota go about it? Well, with the combination of the front of the GA-B platform that debuted the new generation of Yaris and the rear of the GA-C platform. This enables the implementation of the AWD system. Also, a new suspension and a brake system were inserted.
When it comes to brakes, the front ones have 356mm ventilation discs and four-piston brake pliers, while the rear wheels feature 297mm two-piston brake pliers.
The heart of the GR Yaris is a 1.6-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine that develops 257 hp (192 kW) and 360 Nm of torque. The Japanese market version is slightly stronger, developing 268 hp (200 kW) and 370 Nm of torque.
The unit is paired with a six-speed manual transmission, through which power is sent to all wheels. In the Circuit equipment package, the GR Yaris also features performance 18-inch suspension and wheels. They are fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport 4s 225/40 tires.
The car itself has three driving modes, namely: Normal, Sport and Track. Through them, the torque is split between the front and rear axles in the ratio of 60:40, 30:70 and 50:50 respectively. With a total weight of just 1,280 kilograms and a power ratio of 1 hp every 4.9 kilograms, the GR Yaris accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in just 5.5 seconds and reaches a top speed of 230 km / h.
When it comes to exterior design, the GR Yaris has three doors and a drop-down roof. There is also a wide air intake at the front, a roof spoiler and a diffuser at the back of the car.
The interior is dominated by black leather and Alcantara, with red seams. The front seats are sporty and have a GR strap on the head restraints. Also, GR graphics are on the dashboard.
Specifically, the GR Yaris is Toyota's second GR model, after the Supra. This model will be assembled at the Motomachi factory and details of price and availability will be known soon.
