2025 Toyota GR86

Think of the Toyota GR86 as a sport coupe that bestows loads of enjoyment without depleting your savings. For around $30K, you can own raw performance in the form of a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive small coupe that doesn't aim to break power records but has exceptional track-oriented qualities. You won't describe it as sumptuous or thunderous because the GR86's essence is practicality in its simplest form. Toyota revamped the GR86 for the 2022 model year and, to the consumer's fortune, left the sublime weight balance, suspension tuning and handling in its repertoire.

Edmunds spotlight: Performance at the right price

The GR86 is lightweight and it produces enough power to give you a thrilling driving experience. Its compact layout and its superb handling make this an agile and extraordinarily fun machine. Drift it at the track or commute in it day to day, excitement is guaranteed. Under the hood you'll find a 2.4-liter horizontally opposed four-cylinder engine that produces 228 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. It may not seem like a whole lot, but at around 2,800 pounds, that power does get this little car moving. Here's the best part: You can have it all for around $30,000.

Competitors to consider

The GR86's main competitor is its sibling, the Subaru BRZ. Both cars share the same powertrain and are predominantly differentiated by some styling features. Another great alternative is the iconic Mazda MX-5 Miata. If you're looking for something bigger — and pricier — then consider the Nissan Z or the Ford Mustang.

We don't expect to see any major changes in the upcoming 2025 Toyota GR86. That's OK because, frankly, we wouldn’t want it any other way.