Designed in Japan, manufactured in Austria and equipped with BMW parts, the Toyota GR Supra has suppressed appeal in spades. But how does this in-line six-cylinder power system feel from behind the steering wheel?

Once sitting in a low driving position, the feeling is undoubtedly special, and it will soon feel comfortable. The initials of GR stand for Gazoo Racing, which is the umbrella organization of the automaker's global motorsports program.

The sports seats are upholstered in black Alcantara, electrically adjustable (including lumbar support), and have integrated heating and memory functions. The back cushion and high backrest are fitted with close-fitting side seat cushions and an integrated headrest.

The cockpit combines sports car elements with a large number of functions. The slim instrument panel is set low and provides good forward visibility on the long, curved hood. All the main controls are closely grouped for easy operation. The instrument panel, center console and door trim are integrated to create a seamless design.

The head-up display (3.0 Pro model), gauges and paddle shifters are located directly in front of the driver, and the additional switches are located on the leather-wrapped three-spoke steering wheel.

The reconfigurable instrument cluster can be seen through the steering wheel, with the 3D effect tachometer and shift indicator in the center; the digital speed reading on the left; and the infotainment and navigation information on the right.

The center console marks a clear division between the enclosed driver's cockpit and the more open passenger side of the cabin. Provide knee pads for the two crew members. The air conditioning control panel adopts a memory touch switch, which is easy to operate; the 8.8-inch central touch screen display is installed in the center of the dashboard, and it can also be operated with a rotary controller.

There are two levels to choose from-Supra 3.0 and Supra 3.0 Pro. The biological comfort and convenience features inside Supra 3.0 include dual-zone automatic air conditioning, smart entry and button activation, rear-view camera and auto-dimming interior and exterior mirrors.

Infotainment specifications include a 10-speaker audio system, a navigation system with Supra Connect, Bluetooth and a USB port. The multimedia system provides smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay, allowing the use of the display to access dedicated iPhone applications. However, it cannot mirror Android phones. You can also access a variety of connected services, including real-time traffic information, map updates, and concierge services.

The mobile phone charging tray is located on the center console. The charging status is displayed on the central display, and if the owner forgets to remove the phone from the tray when leaving the car, a warning message will be displayed.

Further back, 290 liters of luggage space is enough to accommodate weekend luggage, and can be expanded with a detachable panel. There is no physical barrier between the cabin area and the trunk. This means that the interior feels like an echo chamber on the road. In terms of storage, the double cup holders embedded in the center console are a bit cumbersome to use, the glove box is reasonable, and the door box is thin and small.

In the ADAS department, the Supra Safety+ package includes a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection and capable of identifying cyclists during daylight driving; lane departure warning with steering assist; adaptive cruise control, automatic high beams; adaptive headlight system , Adjust the headlight lighting according to the steering angle of the car; and road sign assistance.

In addition, the car is also equipped with a blind spot monitor with lane change warning, rear intersection warning, rear-end collision warning, and a smart parking sensor with automatic braking function to help prevent collisions with approaching objects or vehicles. Either side when reversing from a parking space or driveway.

All versions are equipped with the eCall function, which can send automatic location alerts to emergency services in the event of a serious collision.

The sharp aerodynamic profile of the coupe gives it an avant-garde and outgoing road posture, which attracts people's attention on the street. Outside the city, the 3.0-liter 6-cylinder engine is set to pulse acceleration, from zero to 60 mph in the heartbeat. With an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission, it has smooth and powerful acceleration and provides a large amount of torque throughout the engine speed range.

The first batch of 3.0-liter models was delivered to the UK in September 2019. In January 2021, the scope of the UK was expanded to include a 2.0-liter version with an inline four-cylinder turbo engine. The 2.0-liter engine expands the market appeal of the GR Supra, and is lighter and more compact than the 3.0-liter engine, which improves the car’s inertia characteristics and chassis balance, thereby achieving sharper handling. The weight of GR Supra 2.0 liters is 100 kg lighter than similar products of 3.0 liters. The shorter length of the engine means that its mass is closer to the center of the car, supporting ideal front/rear balance and better inertia characteristics.

In general, Supra is not only eye-catching with its sleek appearance, but it also sounds great. Given the origins of this model's design, it is no surprise that the interior feels more like BMW than Toyota. Although our media reviews feature luxurious black interiors, dark trim makes it more difficult for people to truly appreciate finer details. However, the black interior is the only option. The narrow side windows will make it feel a little gloomy on the dark days of December. Despite some weird little problems, it is a triumph of interior design because of Toyota's partnership with the German automaker, incorporating the magic of BMW into it. Throughout the cabin, the quality and finish of the interior, the decorative materials and details that feel expensive continue to reflect the attention of Toyota engineers to the details of this model. All models are manufactured in Graz, Austria. Competitor coupe models include Porsche 718 Cayman, BMW 2 Series and Alpine A110. Related companies GlobalData GlobalData can provide actionable insights to drive your company forward August 28, 2020 Access to the data

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