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At the end of the day, it's Toyota calling the shots. Historically, Toyota has made only incremental changes about every other year to cars like Celica, MR-2, MR-S, etc. Although Camry has had a significant refresh recently; but Camry is a huge huge seller. I'm betting most of the changes going forward will be cosmetic. I mean what is Toyota going to do? Offer an LSD? Already has one. Offer a rearview camera? Adds a small amount of weight and complexity.
As for more power, I think people seriously need to stop dreaming (or get their heads out of their asses). I doubt we'll see much more power if at all. More power will require better brakes, tires, wheels. These things affect the bottom line. More power will also affect fuel efficiency, which is a more serious consideration in Japan and Europe. Also a major refresh would require Toyota to collaborate with Subaru again. And this time around, the engineers may actually kill each other (not to mention Subaru may not be happy with cannibalization of the WRX). Too much pride at stake. Too soon. Maybe in four to five years, or if sales start to dive. But if sales dive too much too quickly, Toyota will be more likely to shit can the car.
If the GT86 doesn't look right at this moment, best to consider another car.
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