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Originally Posted by NLS8520
Yes they are meant to function as canards. From Toyota.com: "each surface sculpted to help give this ride a wind-cheating drag coefficient of just .27 Cd. And best of all, this aggressive style helps optimize overall performance, too. The large chin spoiler and integrated canards help keep the front end planted firmly to the ground for sharpened turn-in and response. The restyled rear diffuser improves airflow and reduces turbulent air exiting from under the car, adding function"
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Thanks for the info re: aero properties of the 2017 design changes. There's also this blurb from the official 2017 86 brochure:
http://www.toyota.com/content/ebroch..._ebrochure.pdf
"New vortex generators on the fenders help control turbulent airflow, enhancing the stability of 86. These also work to keep the front end planted firmly to the ground, so you can stay connected to the road."
Another piece of 2017 body trim I had previously assumed was purely ornamental.