2017 Toyota 86 (Australia)
The 2017 Toyota 86 get a small
power bump and a new look for a small price increase. Now starting from AUD $30,790
before on-road costs, the Toyota 86 starts off AUD $800 dearer than previously,
though it is still AUD $ 2000 more affordable than the cheapest version of its
Subaru BRZ twin. The facelifted 86 gets receives minor
revisions at the front and rear including standard-fit LED headlights with
daytime-running lights along with an upgraded cabin.
The new sports car also sees a small power bump
(manual models only) from 200 Hp/205 Nm to 205 Hp/212 Nm thanks to revised intake
and exhaust systems, along with modified pistons, a more rigid cylinder block
and a differential gear-ratio change. Fuel consumption is rated at 8.4 L/100km for manual models and 7.1 L/100km
for automatic variants respectively on the combined cycle.
Inside, all models feature a new steering wheel,
while higher-spec GTS variants get new performance data options for the
multifunction display – including power and torque curves, a stopwatch and a
G-force monitor.
Other changes include retuned shock absorbers and
coil springs, along with a thicker rear stabiliser bar the company says deliver
better handling, stability and ride comfort. For 2017 the Toyota 86 range also
includes hill-start assist control as standard, which helps prevent the vehicle
from rolling back on steep hills from a standstill.
Entry-level GT variants come equipped with 16-inch
alloy wheels with a space-saver spare, a new ‘track’ mode – which enables the
driver to adjust the level of stability and traction control – while the
flagship GTS adds larger 17-inch alloys, a 4.2-inch TFT driver’s information
display, steering wheel controls, rear spoiler and a new ‘Grandlux’ suede-like
trim on the dashboard.
2017 Toyota 86 pricing (plus on-road costs)
- GT manual – AUD $30,790 (+$800)
- GT auto – AUD $33,090 (+$600)
- GTS manual – AUD $36,490 (+$500)
- GTS auto – AUD $38,790 (+$300)
