Verdict
The Toyota GR86 is the sharper choice if your weekend drive matters most: its 2,387 cc engine produces 234 hp and 250 Nm, cutting the 0-100 km/h time from 7.6 to 6.3 seconds. It also brings 18-inch wheels, Pilot Sport 4 tyres, a rear limited-slip differential and blind-spot monitoring. The Toyota 86 costs RM38,498 less, carries RM388 less annual road tax and has a 243-litre boot versus 226 litres. For Malaysian ownership, that is meaningful money; the GR86 earns it only if you will use the extra pace and chassis hardware.
Pick the Toyota 86 if you want the lower RM257,502 entry price, 7.1 L/100 km rated consumption and a slightly larger 243-litre boot.
Pick the Toyota GR86 if you will pay RM296,000 for 234 hp, 250 Nm, a 6.3-second 0-100 km/h time and its limited-slip differential.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota 86 RM257,502; Toyota GR86 RM296,000.
- Engine output: Toyota 86 197 hp and 205 Nm; Toyota GR86 234 hp and 250 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Toyota 86 7.6 seconds; Toyota GR86 6.3 seconds.
- Annual road tax: Toyota 86 RM379; Toyota GR86 RM767.
- Wheels and tyres: Toyota 86 17-inch alloys with Michelin Primacy HP; Toyota GR86 18-inch alloys with Michelin Pilot Sport 4.
- Boot space: Toyota 86 243 litres; Toyota GR86 226 litres.
86
- RM38,498 lower purchase price
- RM379 annual road tax
- 243-litre boot is 17 litres larger
- 197 hp and 205 Nm trail the GR86's 234 hp and 250 Nm
- 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.3 seconds slower
- No limited-slip differential, blind-spot information system or reverse camera
GR86
- 234 hp and 250 Nm from the 2.4-litre engine
- 6.3-second 0-100 km/h acceleration
- Limited-slip differential, Pilot Sport 4 tyres and blind-spot monitoring
- RM38,498 higher purchase price
- RM767 annual road tax is RM388 higher
- 226-litre boot is 17 litres smaller
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM257,502✓ | RM296,000 |
| Body type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Segment | Sports Car | Sports Car |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379✓ | RM767 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 2,387 cc |
| Horsepower | 197 hp at 7,000 rpm | 234 hp at 7,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 205 Nm at 6,400 rpm | 250 Nm at 3,700 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Boxer 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 86 mm × 86 mm | 94 mm × 86 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 12.5 | 12.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 6MT | 6-speed Manual |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Toyota |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.6 seconds | 6.3 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7.1 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 226 km/h | 226 km/h |
| Co2 | 164 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,240 mm | 4,265 mm |
| Width | 1,775 mm | 1,775 mm |
| Height | 1,285 mm | 1,310 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,570 mm | 2,575 mm |
| Weight | 1,275 kg | 1,291 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 243 litres✓ | 226 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/45R17 | 215/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/45R17 | 215/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Alloy | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Primacy HP | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut with Stabiliser |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbone with Stabiliser |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Rear Limited Slip Differential |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars — Equivalent to Subaru BRZ with 7 airbags and stability control | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two rear passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Headlamps |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Foldable | Foldable |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Glovebox | 1 Front, 2 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers | 8" Display Audio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Driver and Passenger One Touch Auto Windows |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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86 vs GR86 FAQ
Is the Toyota 86 or Toyota GR86 better?
The Toyota GR86 is better for performance and driving hardware, with 234 hp, 250 Nm, a 6.3-second 0-100 km/h time and a rear limited-slip differential. The Toyota 86 is the better ownership-cost choice.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota GR86 costs RM38,498 more than the Toyota 86: RM296,000 versus RM257,502.
Which has the lower running costs?
The Toyota 86 has the lower stated annual road tax at RM379 versus RM767 for the GR86, and it is rated at 7.1 L/100 km. No rated economy figure is stated for the GR86.
