TOKYO: The Toyota GR Yaris performance car will be available in three versions.
Pre-orders for the GR Yaris, which are currently being accepted online, have reached 6,000 units in Japan and Europe.
The three versions are GR Yaris RZ, GR Yaris RS and GR Yaris RC.
GR Yaris RZ
> A high-output model that provides outstanding driving stability, superb acceleration, and smooth increases in engine speed
> Newly developed high-power, compact, and lightweight 1.6-litre inline three-cylinder direct-injection turbo engine
> Newly developed "GR-FOUR" sports 4WD system with variable front and rear driving force system enabled by a multi-plate clutch
> 6-speed manual transmission "iMT"
> Forged BBS aluminum wheels (equipped to the High-performance grade)
> Michelin Pilot Sport 4S radial tires (equipped to the High-performance grade)
> Front and rear Torsen LSD (equipped to the High-performance grade)
GR Yaris RS
> A model that readily offers the fine-tuned performance of the GR series (Only available in Japan)
> 1.5-litre inline three-cylinder Dynamic Force engine
> The addition of a launch gear enables the Direct Shift-CVT to achieve powerful and responsive performance from low to high speed ranges
> 10-speed Sequential Shiftmatic paddle shifting provides a manual-like experience
GR Yaris RC
> A model ready for customization for racing (Only available in Japan)
> Features the same 1.6-litre inline three-cylinder direct-injection turbo engine, "GR-FOUR" sports 4WD system, and 6-speed manual transmission "iMT" as the RZ
> All equipment unnecessary for driving (such as Display Audio) has been removed in pursuit of lighter weight
The new GR Yaris incorporates lessons from the Toyota Gazoo Racing World Rally Team about how to make cars that are competitive in the WRC, as well as evaluations by non-Toyota professional drivers from the early stages of development.
In addition to using aluminum for the hood, back door, and door panels, the upper body of the GR Yaris features a carbon fiber-reinforced plastic roof panel formed using the sheet molding compound method, which accommodates a high level of freedom in shape design.
Production will be carried out at the GR Factory, a dedicated production line that has been established at Toyota's Motomachi Plant, which has a long and solid track record of manufacturing sports cars.
There, preparations are being made for takumi (master craftsperson) team members to assemble the cars.
