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Originally Posted by Stephen W.
I know this is just sales hype but from Toyota’s website:
86 comes with a close-ratio 6-speed transmission for breathtaking acceleration and impressive fuel economy.
The rear differential of manual transmission-equipped 86 has been revised to incorporate a set of 4.30 gears. Designed for heightened response, this new rear diff helps improve low-end acceleration. This gearing also helps keep 86 in its performance “sweet spot” while in the twisty stuff, making it easier to accelerate out of corners.
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Third gear used to be the set it and forget it gear for some roads around hear. With the 86m that's fifth gear.
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Originally Posted by SuperDave
Having driven it, I actually feel it's true. The newer car feels much more rev happy, i noticed that all the improvements to the powertrain add up to a much more zippy car with a very nice engine note
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You can pass people on hills in sixth now.