The GR GT is the new flagship supercar from Gazoo Racing (GR), representing Toyota’s bold re-entry into the high-performance supercar arena. Released to the public in December 2025, the GR GT is billed as a “road-legal racecar” blending cutting-edge engineering, raw performance, and hybrid-enhanced muscle.
It’s built around a brand-new all-aluminum space-frame, the first of its kind for Toyota. Designed for maximum rigidity and lightweight performance.
Powertrain
& Performance
• 4.0 L Twin-Turbo V8
First of its kind from Toyota, paired with a hybrid assist system + rear transaxle.
• RWD, 8-speed Automatic
with wet-clutch (no torque-converter), carbon-fibre torque tube, mechanical limited-slip diff.
• Aluminum Space-Frame
with body panels in a mix of aluminium and carbon-fibre composites for rigidity + weight saving.
| Spec | Detail / Target |
|---|---|
| Power | 641 hp (or higher) |
| Torque | 627 lb-ft / 850 Nm (or greater) |
| Top Speed | ≈ 199 mph (320+ km/h) |
| Weight (approx) | < 1,750 kg |
| Layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel drive, hybrid-enhanced, low center-of-gravity |
Interior & Driver Position
While full interior photos are limited, Toyota reveals that design focuses on driver engagement:
Ergonomic cockpit with racing-inspired seating layout, low center of gravity, and cockpit visibility prioritised.
Structural emphasis on “driver-car unity” every control, gauge, and interface is positioned for performance driving.
Expect bucket-style seats, minimalist luxury trimmed with carbon/aluminium, and an interior built more for performance than plush comfort.
Design & Aero
The GR GT uses active aerodynamic design, low-slung body, aggressive intakes, and slick silhouette aimed at circuits and high-speed stability.
Body panels combine aluminium and CFRP (carbon-fibre reinforced plastic) for optimal balance between weight and rigidity.
Double-wishbone suspension (front & rear) + carbon-ceramic brakes + wide tyres (Michelin Cup-type) for proper track/hypercar handling.
This car is built on the “driver-first, motorsport-bred” philosophy of GR, the same ethos that created icons like the GR Corolla and GR Yaris.
A New Performance Family:
GR GT, Electric LFA,
& GR GT3
Toyota didn’t launch the GR GT alone. It arrived as part of a 3 Car performance shockwave that signals a brand new era for Gazoo Racing. Alongside the GR GT sits the long rumored electric LFA successor, a zero emission hyper coupe designed to carry the spirit of the original V10 icon into the EV age. Instead of chasing silence and efficiency, Toyota engineered this EV to deliver instant torque, high rev characteristics through software tuning, and emotional sound design influenced by motorsport acoustics. It’s the boldest sign yet that Toyota believes an electric future can still feel alive.
On the opposite end of the spectrum is the GR GT3 race car, built for international GT3 competition. This machine isn’t a road car converted for racing. It’s a purpose built race chassis that informed the GR GT road car’s design from day one. With full aero, shaved weight, a dedicated racing V8, and FIA ready architecture, the GT3 version serves as the GR GT’s wilder twin, proving Toyota intends to fight for podiums in endurance racing while inspiring the performance DNA of its street legal counterpart.
Why GR GT Matters
(The Big Picture)
Heritage meets modern engineering: GR GT revives the spirit of legends like the 2000GT and the Lexus LFA, all through a modern hybrid-V8, aluminum-frame supercar.
Going beyond typical halo cars: It’s the first GR car purposely developed alongside a race-spec sibling (GR GT3) the road version and track version are siblings.
Modern supercar engineering with hybrid edge: Twin-turbo V8 + hybrid assists + lightweight chassis = supercar performance with GR reliability.
A statement from Toyota: GR GT marks Toyota’s re-commitment to performance and passion not just efficiency and automation.
