These include linear torque from low engine speeds through improved intake and exhaust systems (manual transmission models), and outstanding steering stability due to reworked shock absorber valve structures.
It also features the smallest-diameter steering wheel ever made by Toyota as well as a 4.2-inch TFT color multi-information display (equipped as standard on the GT Limited and GT models).
The 2.0-litre boxer engine has a maximum output of 207ps at 7,000rpm and 212Nm at 6,400 to 6,800rpm with a 6-speed manual transmission.
With a 6-speed Super ECT (Electronically Controlled Transmission), the car outputs 200ps at 7,000rpm and 205Nm at 6,400 to 6,600rpm.
A wing-type rear spoiler is equipped as standard on the GT Limited model.
Bi-Beam LED headlamps are equipped as standard on all models while LED front fog-lamps are standard on the GT Limited and GT models.
The 86 features 17-inch aluminum wheels (equipped as standard on the GT Limited and GT models) with machine-cut highlights and gun-metallic paint.
The 86 features a steering wheel with a diameter of 362mm ― the smallest ever used in a Toyota―with a cross-sectional shape that provides an optimal grip.
Chief Engineer Tetsuya Tada, who is currently in charge of development on the 86, commented: "We overhauled everything ― primarily as a result of technological feedback from the 86's participation in the 24 Hours of Nurburgring."
