The 2022 Tokyo Renovation Show is in full swing. Many people may see the word modding and think that we are not off topic. In fact, it is not, it is said to be the Tokyo modification exhibition, but the major Japanese car manufacturers have brought a lot of hard-core performance cars produced by their own original factories, and Toyota is an important member of them.
GRMN Yaris
I think many people, like the author, have already defaulted to GR Yaris as the most powerful Yaris, but in fact, the real top Yaris has just ushered in its official debut today. According to the information provided by Toyota officials, GRMN Yaris will be sold in a limited edition of 500 units and the final purchase qualification will be obtained through lottery, starting at 7.317 million yen, equivalent to about 407,000 yuan.
So what's the difference between GRMN Yaris and the GR Yaris we're familiar with? Toyota's official words were ambiguous: more advanced, with a sharper aerodynamic kit and an upgrade to the chassis. In addition, GRMN Yaris is available in three models: Foundation, Street and Pull. Different versions of the model will have slight tuning differences.
Specifically, from the data we have obtained, GRMN Yaris has lost 20 kg of weight and is wider and lower than GR Yaris. By adding 565 solder joints, the rigidity of the body has been strengthened, and it is reported that the new car structure adhesive involves a range of 12 meters. At the same time, the WYSIWYG part was made of carbon fiber on the hood, roof and tail wing, and the rear seat was removed.
In the powertrain segment, grmnn Yaris will continue to be powered by a 1.6T three-cylinder turbocharged engine, and although the maximum horsepower remains unchanged at 272 hp, the maximum torque will increase from 370 Nm to 390 Nm, matching the 6-speed manual transmission and the GR-Four four-wheel drive system. It is worth mentioning that the clutch has also been strengthened on the GRMN Yaris and replaced with a more hardcore mechanical LSD, and the torque distribution logic of the four-wheel drive system has also been optimized.
(Pictured with GR Yaris)
Of course, all of the above, you can get on the basic version of GRMN Yaris. As we mentioned above, GRMN Yaris will be available in three versions, so there will be other additional equipment in the Street and Rally versions. The new side skirt and front shovel, the blackened 18-inch wheels, the adjustable Bilstein suspension and the larger braking system are exclusive to the Street Edition.
As for the pull version, it will be configured for the pull scene. GR shock absorbers, lower skid plates, roll cages, reinforcements and more. Seeing this, GR Yaris owners do not have to stare at each other, Toyota will provide GR Yaris owners with an optional package for GR Yaris this summer. As for the official delivery time of the GRMN Yaris, it will be at least until July this year.
Pure electricity also has GR and enters GT3
In addition to the hardcore GRMN Yaris above that stole most of the attention, toyota's other actions at the Tokyo modification show are also worth paying attention to. The bZ4X (portal) that we have read in depth is now also ushering in the GR Sport version, yes, pure electricity can also GR. With larger wheel tires, GR sports seats and matte paint, the modified car smells good.
Even more noteworthy than the bZ4X is the Toyota GR GT3 concept car that represents the Toyota GR's upcoming entry into the FIA GT3 race. Despite being called a concept car, Toyota's relevant person in charge, Sato, responded that it was not specially made for the 2022 Tokyo Modification Show. That is to say, the GR GT3 car is already under intense research and development, and this exhibition is not just a simple exhibition.
What is more interesting is that Akio Toyoda has revealed that these racing cars that have been built will be developed in reverse on civilian vehicles. Although there is not much information about the GR GT3 concept race car today, it is expected that a formal test vehicle will be built by the end of this year. At that time, the GT3 arena will be extremely exciting, at least the Japanese camp can have one more player.
Akio Toyoda wants to revive JDM?
The resurrection of SUPRA has even recently been revealed to introduce manual models; gr yaris's continued popularity has now re-launched GRMN Yaris; entering the GT3 arena to gain more experience and technical accumulation for the civilian car camp. Under the leadership of Akio Toyoda, the Toyota brand has even recently come out of the meaning of the Honda brand of that year. In one word, it is: reviving JDM.
It is undeniable that JDM has been going downhill after its glory, and although many brands have tried to revive in recent years, the results obtained have not been satisfactory. Will Toyota succeed? Not necessarily, but it's clear that it's working hard and deserves our thumbs up. At least for now, it has brought us a lot of amazing works, and we have not forgotten the Chinese market.
Write at the end
Finally, let's also popularize a little knowledge with you. At that time, the GRMN 86 was sold abroad because it was close to the price of the ordinary 86 twice the price of many people, but the later track performance was much stronger than the ordinary 86, so the GRMN Yaris may probably be this routine. What does that mean? Toyota has the strength to build express cars, but whether consumers pay or not will be another matter. So, will you pay?