Introducing the 2026 Toyota GR86
Meet the 2026 Toyota GR86 at Danville Toyota
If you're craving the precision and passion of a real sports car, the 2026 Toyota GR86 brings the excitement straight to your garage. Designed with Toyota’s motorsport heritage and tuned for driving enthusiasts, this compact coupe is all about balance, response, and real connection behind the wheel. Whether you’re tracking lap times or just tackling your favorite backroad, the GR86 delivers with refined performance and updated features for 2026.
This model year offers three trims: the Core base, the GR86 Premium, and the limited-production GR86 Yuzu Edition. From the spirited six-speed manual to an electronically controlled automatic, the GR86 lineup fits drivers who prioritize agility, speed, and handling, all without breaking the bank. In a market of increasingly hybrid and electric options, the GR86 stays true to analog fun while competing head-on with rivals like the Mazda Miata and Subaru BRZ. Visit us at Danville Toyota in Danville, VA, for a closer look at this 2026 model.
Driver-Focused Interior with Everyday Comfort
Inside the 2026 GR86, you’ll find a purposeful, driver-centric interior with premium materials and thoughtful details. Seating up to four passengers, the GR86 features supportive sport front bucket seats and a rear seat with a one-piece folding backrest, making room for cargo when you need it.
In the Premium and Yuzu Edition models, heated Ultrasuede®-trimmed seats with leather accents and contrast stitching add upscale style to the cockpit. The Yuzu Edition also includes yellow-stitched interior trim, aluminum pedals, and a commemorative production plaque.
This 2026 model features 6.26 cubic feet of cargo space in the trunk for your gear, groceries, or bags for that weekend trip.
Interior Highlights Include:
- Two-stage heated front seats
- GR leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Two complete LATCH sets
Additional features include dual sun visors, contrast-stitched accents, a fixed center console with storage, and power windows with one-touch up/down for driver and passenger.
Exterior Style that Performs
Every curve and angle of the 2026 GR86 is aerodynamic and intentional, from the black matrix front grille to the duckbill rear spoiler on Premium and Yuzu Edition trims. The car sits low and wide with a sleek double-bubble roof, functional air outlets, and muscular rear fenders.
Yuzu Edition models turn heads with 18-inch matte-black-painted alloy wheels and Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tires. The duckbill spoiler and gloss-black lug nuts offer both looks and function, while the black rear bumper valance and dual chrome-tipped exhaust complete the race-inspired aesthetic.
Available Exterior Colors:
- Trueno Blue
- Track bRED
- Raven
- Steel
- Halo
- Yuzu (Yuzu Edition only)
Performance that’s Tuned To Drive
Under the hood, every 2026 Toyota GR86 is powered by a naturally aspirated 2.4-liter 4-cylinder boxer engine, pushing out 228 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. This high-revving powerplant loves to be wrung out, making every shift an event.
Two transmission options are available: a close-ratio six-speed manual or a six-speed electronically controlled automatic with paddle shifters. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a Torsen® limited-slip differential for maximum grip through the corners.
Suspension consists of a MacPherson strut front and double-wishbone rear setup with optional SACHS dampers and Brembo® brakes (standard on Yuzu Edition). Whether you're on winding roads or an autocross course, the GR86 stays composed and connected.
EPA-estimated fuel economy comes in at 20/26/22 mpg (city/highway/combined) for manual models and 21/30/24 mpg with the automatic.
Technology that Keeps You Tuned In
Whether you're tracking performance stats or queuing up your playlist, the 2026 GR86 is equipped with technology that enhances your drive, not distracts from it. Premium and Yuzu Edition trims include an upgraded audio system with eight speakers and an amplifier.
Top Technology Features:
- 8-inch touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™
- SiriusXM® trial subscription
- GR digital gauge cluster with G-Force & lap timer
- USB ports and auxiliary input
Remote Connect, Service Connect, and Safety Connect all come with a 1-year trial and offer app-based convenience like remote start, vehicle status monitoring, and emergency assistance.
Safety with Serious Intent
Toyota’s performance vehicles don’t cut corners on safety. The GR86 includes Toyota’s GR86 Active Safety Suite across all trims, which integrates driver-assist technologies to support awareness and control, without interfering with the thrill of the drive.
Key Safety Features:
- Pre-Collision Braking
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Lane Departure Alert with sway warning
- Rear Parking Sonar with Reverse Automatic Braking
- Blind Spot Detection (Premium and Yuzu Edition)
- Backup camera with projected path
All GR86 models are equipped with seven airbags, Hill Start Assist Control, and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System. LATCH anchors in the rear seats make it easier to bring young passengers along safely.
Take the 2026 Toyota GR86 for a Test Drive at Danville Toyota
When you're ready to experience a vehicle that’s built by enthusiasts, for enthusiasts, the 2026 Toyota GR86 is waiting at Danville Toyota in Danville, VA. Whether you’re eyeing the affordable thrill of the base trim, the premium feel of the GR86 Premium, or the bold personality of the GR86 Yuzu Edition, we have your next sports car ready to test drive.
*Disclaimer: This content was drafted with AI assistance for initial drafting, reviewed by a subject-matter expert for accuracy, and edited by our team of writers and editors.
* All fuel economy mpg listings in the content above are EPA estimates. Actual mileage will vary.