Toyota: Yaris GRMN sprints with 212 hp
EMOTION The most important news first: Toyota is building cars for the heart again. The Yaris GRMN is the first of these. The 212-hp powerhouse is only available in a limited edition, which is already sold out. In recent years, Toyota has primarily made a name for itself as the master of hybrids. Models like the Prius, the Auris and the C-HR compact SUV have made their mark [...].
In recent years, Toyota primarily made a name for itself as the Master of Hybrid. Models such as the Prius, the Auris and the C-HR compact SUV made their mark on the brand. The GT86 sports coupe launched in Europe in September 2012 as the successor to the Celica, which was discontinued in 2005, was the only laudable exception in the recent past. Under the Gazoo Racing (GR) label, the now launched sporty accentuated models, as BMW (M), Mercedes (AMG), Audi (RS) or Seat (Cupra) have been doing successfully for a long time.
Mini sports car for real motorsport fans
The last two letters in the model designation of the Yaris GRMN stand for Master of Nürburgring. For many motorsport fans, the world's most demanding circuit also has cult status in faraway Japan. The three-door mini sports car, which is built in Valenciennes, France, is available exclusively in the bi-tone exterior color white/black, special design elements in red/black and exclusive equipment such as the sports seats offering perfect lateral support.
From 0 to 100 km/h in 6.4 seconds
The lightweight (1135 kg) also cuts a good figure on the race track... The precise 6-speed transmission with short shift travel optimally supports the 1.8-liter gasoline engine with compressor. The little Japanese car sprints from a standstill to 100 km/h in just 6.4 seconds. It is optimally balanced and benefits from Sachs performance dampers for its excellent roadholding. It's just a pity that there will almost certainly be no additional editions of the 36,990 franc powerhouse.
