why use a miata platform? That is too heavy. They already have the perfect platform, the Yaris. Just turn in around like they did with all the MR2's, use the 86 suspension, and you have a winner. The 1.5 should be from the Yaris too, it would be very easy for them to actually put some modern tech into that engine and hit 130+ hp.
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Originally Posted by ichitaka05
Well, they're not wrong.
I was expecting new MR2 or Celica GT-Four... but instead, they're bringing Cappuccino.
O'well. I got my BRZ, I'm good. lol
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If they can hit Cappuccino dynamics they would have a home run. I mean really, that car has a massive cult following.
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Originally Posted by jawn
If it's cheap enough, I don't think it'll be a problem to have both in the States. The Miata and FR-S both start at around 25K, which is in the price range for most people who have the buying power to purchase a Camry/Accord/Mazda6.
If they can slot one in at Corolla/Civic/Fit/Yaris pricing, you can reach a broader demographic. If they can undercut everyone in the RWD space, they'd make out like bandits here. For people who need more space or power, dealers can funnel people to the FR-S.
I think at the end of the day, it comes down to whether or not Toyota wants to bring it state-side. Hell, Toyota sold the xA side-by-side with the xB1, and Yaris for 3 years. It mostly worked because they all looked extremely different. To non-car people, that's enough to separate otherwise mechanically similar cars.
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Pretty sure they do. This car has been rumored since the 86 rumors started, just took them a little longer. Oh and the Yaris/xD/xA/xB did not work at all. The xB sold a ton because of the space, the Yaris and the rest barely sold any since Toyota did near zero advertising. Most dealers don't stock any of those 3 cars because they don't make any money selling them.