Toyota Improves 2015 GT86's Dynamics, Adds Shark-Fin Antenna in Europe

[GhostRai]

Originally Posted by badrad

Have you guys heard the rumors about the turbo option in 2016? It's apparently going to happen, 255+ horespower stock. We should probably just wait.

Yeah I heard its a similar engine to the one currently in the 2015 Subaru WRX. We should definitely wait for that

[SpeedyJay]

Wondering if the larger bolt thing will be kind of like the Spoon subframe rigid collar kit. Or have the same effect..

I hope that if there is suspension mods (besides shocks) they are backwards compatible with 2013/14.

[Wise]

It took them 3 years to add a sharkfin?

Pfft took me three hours. Ordered a beatsonic a few weeks before the car was due for arrival.

[Wise]

Originally Posted by NLS8520

I wonder if they will also include the BBS wheels and Sachs dampers/Dunlop Direzza's (that were pictured recently) as well in the form of an option?

I actually really like those wheels.

Classay

[Badasi12b]

Originally Posted by Wilsonk227

I don't think it's grey, I think it's just the lighting. They usually use REALLY bright white lights to take these pictures and those white lights probably made it look grey. You can see the shadows are still black

I was looking at your profile sig... How do you like your 2013 Honda Accord? Actually debating between the cars.

[Wilsonk227]

Originally Posted by Badasi12b

I was looking at your profile sig... How do you like your 2013 Honda Accord? Actually debating between the cars.

if I were you, i'd go FRS/BRZ. Unless you need practicality and gas mileage, nothing beats a nice car like these two I'm on here because I'm planning to buy one of the twins in the future. I've been on here since before I purchased the Accord. So I'm a little biased but I needed the practicality first.

It's all based on what you need and where you are in life. If I had to pick though, the frs/brz all the way. The accord feels like a boat compared to frs and brz.

edit: the interior of the accord will feel nicer, depending on your trims at least. The ride is pretty quiet but it won't be luxury quiet. There are a few things I really dislike on this car though.

1. if it rains, keep your windows closed, because the water will roll into your car from the sides lol...they still haven't made a door visor for the coupe.

2. CVT is meh, very CVT like which I kinda dislike but it's a ton better than other CVTs i've driven before it.

3. uninspiring driving experience (at least to me)

Other than that, there are pretty good points too, like the comfort and practicality. It's really your choice on where you need to go and what you need at the moment. If you have any questions about the accord though, you can ask me ;3 I was on the accord forums for a while but it's rather dull and dead compared to here.

[troek]

i hope they release those sachs shocks as standard on all the new cars. stock suspenion goes for dirt cheap over here and ill have my self a very cheap upgrade.

[Badasi12b]

Originally Posted by Wilsonk227

if I were you, i'd go FRS/BRZ. Unless you need practicality and gas mileage, nothing beats a nice car like these two I'm on here because I'm planning to buy one of the twins in the future. I've been on here since before I purchased the Accord. So I'm a little biased but I needed the practicality first.

It's all based on what you need and where you are in life. If I had to pick though, the frs/brz all the way. The accord feels like a boat compared to frs and brz.

edit: the interior of the accord will feel nicer, depending on your trims at least. The ride is pretty quiet but it won't be luxury quiet. There are a few things I really dislike on this car though.

1. if it rains, keep your windows closed, because the water will roll into your car from the sides lol...they still haven't made a door visor for the coupe.

2. CVT is meh, very CVT like which I kinda dislike but it's a ton better than other CVTs i've driven before it.

3. uninspiring driving experience (at least to me)

Other than that, there are pretty good points too, like the comfort and practicality. It's really your choice on where you need to go and what you need at the moment. If you have any questions about the accord though, you can ask me ;3 I was on the accord forums for a while but it's rather dull and dead compared to here.

Yeah I have been looking around for Accord forums for research reasonings... I was considering a v6 2014 Accord, which shocked me can be bought for $28,000 at a dealership i know of, compared to $27,500 for a base FRS, and $28,500 for a monogram.

[Wilsonk227]

Originally Posted by Badasi12b

Yeah I have been looking around for Accord forums for research reasonings... I was considering a v6 2014 Accord, which shocked me can be bought for $28,000 at a dealership i know of, compared to $27,500 for a base FRS, and $28,500 for a monogram.

yeah, I'll be honest, you can get the V6 for fairly cheap. The resale value of the cars dropped like crazy after a year so you could work up a deal pretty easily. You'll have the power on the car but it wont feel as much fun as the FRS/BRZ that's for sure. Do you have a family?

[vh_supra26]

Goes on sale this summer

Toyota has quietly unveiled the 2015 GT86.

Set to go on sale in Europe this summer, the 2015 model has a number of minor changes including a revised color palette and a new shark-fin antenna that promises to improve the car's "looks and aerodynamics."

Moving onto to cabin, there's a new "carbon-fiber motif dashboard insert" which has a slightly more upscale appearance.

Last but not least, engineers strengthened the front suspension and retuned the rear shock absorbers. Toyota says the changes reduce body roll and deliver an "even crisper" steering feel.

While the changes are relatively limited, Toyota GT 86 chief engineer Tetsuya Tada said “There is no reason that development should stop, only because the vehicle has gone on sale. [The] GT86 is all about driver involvement, and we are committed to keep enhancing this aspect of the car. The 2015 model year delivers the latest status of GT86’s continuous evolution.”

http://www.worldcarfans.com/11404227...-minor-changes

[stevesnj]

Sorry for the crosspost but I should of posted this here first;

I am buying a car next year and the FR-S is top of my list. I intensely research when i purchase and will continue to.

Anyway I don't know about the legitimacy of this site but this is the second site I have seen saying that there will be 18" Aluminum/Carbon Fiber wheels on the GT86. http://www.newcarsrelease2015.com/20...ta-gt86-coupe/ I know the FR-S usually shares most major componants with just comfort items being the difference. But I believe that the wheels have been the same since 2012 in European to America models of GT86, BRZ, and FR-S if I'm not mistaken. Also it states dual exhaust tips in place of the single and shock dampening and steering box or EPS assist change for sharper steering.

Quote's from Toyota 86’s chief engineer, Tetsuya Tada, "The updated 2015 model 86 will have crisper steering response and less body roll thanks to the damper tweaks, and the fact that the rear dampers are now directly attached to the body, improving dynamic control".

“GT86 is all about driver involvement, and we are committed to keep enhancing this aspect of the car,” said Tada of the rear-wheel drive car, which reignited interest in affordable sports cars (and Toyota design) when it arrived in Australia in June 2012.

“We decided to change the way how suspension parts - including the rear shock absorbers - are attached to the chassis. This increases body rigidity, hence adds to better handling stability and response,” said Tada.

“Shock absorbers were also retuned. We used a new technology for stabilising damping force, and we improved friction control and responsiveness,” he added.
The car now gives the driver “that extra bit of control, especially when the car is driven on the limit,” said Tada, who also confirmed a handful of “subtle” cosmetic changes will distinguish the 2015 models from their progenitors".


Source; http://www.motoring.com.au/news/toyo...-stiffer-43065

[airjonny]

Been away from the car news for awhile so I was hoping to come back with some power news (stupid me).

How much would it add on to the price if they could at least get the infamous torque dip solved?

[N1rve]

Originally Posted by stevesnj

Sorry for the crosspost but I should of posted this here first;

I am buying a car next year and the FR-S is top of my list. I intensely research when i purchase and will continue to.

Anyway I don't know about the legitimacy of this site but this is the second site I have seen saying that there will be 18" Aluminum/Carbon Fiber wheels on the GT86. http://www.newcarsrelease2015.com/20...ta-gt86-coupe/ I know the FR-S usually shares most major componants with just comfort items being the difference. But I believe that the wheels have been the same since 2012 in European to America models of GT86, BRZ, and FR-S if I'm not mistaken. Also it states dual exhaust tips in place of the single and shock dampening and steering box or EPS assist change for sharper steering.

Quote's from Toyota 86’s chief engineer, Tetsuya Tada, "The updated 2015 model 86 will have crisper steering response and less body roll thanks to the damper tweaks, and the fact that the rear dampers are now directly attached to the body, improving dynamic control".

“GT86 is all about driver involvement, and we are committed to keep enhancing this aspect of the car,” said Tada of the rear-wheel drive car, which reignited interest in affordable sports cars (and Toyota design) when it arrived in Australia in June 2012.

“We decided to change the way how suspension parts - including the rear shock absorbers - are attached to the chassis. This increases body rigidity, hence adds to better handling stability and response,” said Tada.

“Shock absorbers were also retuned. We used a new technology for stabilising damping force, and we improved friction control and responsiveness,” he added.
The car now gives the driver “that extra bit of control, especially when the car is driven on the limit,” said Tada, who also confirmed a handful of “subtle” cosmetic changes will distinguish the 2015 models from their progenitors".


Source; http://www.motoring.com.au/news/toyo...-stiffer-43065

Sounds like they made the car harder to go sideways?

[stevesnj]

Originally Posted by N1rve

Sounds like they made the car harder to go sideways?

Dunno, only driven an FR-S once. But my friend that has one would be able to tell you if thats a good thing or not. I like that customer feedback seems to have prompted changes that could be a benefit for driver and more fun to drive. Depending on your perspective of course.