Toyota unveiled its upcoming 2027 GR GT, a twin‑turbo V8 hybrid that aims to sit alongside the high‑performance lineup and serve as the basis for a future GT3‑class race car.
Powertrain and chassis details
The GR GT is built around a 4.0‑liter twin‑turbocharged V8 equipped with a dry‑sump oil system, allowing the engine to sit low in the new all‑aluminum space‑frame chassis. The powertrain combines the gasoline engine with a single electric motor mounted in an eight‑speed transaxle, linked to the drivetrain via a carbon torque tube. Toyota says the hybrid arrangement will deliver at least 641 horsepower and 627 lb‑ft of torque.
A mechanical limited‑slip differential channels that output to the wheels, while a low‑mount double wishbone suspension sits behind the front axle line. This placement contributes to a 45:55 front‑to‑rear weight balance, a figure that places the car near the handling sweet spot for a supercar.
Materials, brakes and dimensions
Carbon fiber‑reinforced polymer and aluminum form the body panels, while large Brembo carbon‑ceramic brakes sit behind thin‑spoked 20‑inch alloy wheels. The rear tires are wide, with a 325‑section width, providing ample grip for the projected performance levels.
The entire package is reported to weigh about 3,858 lb (1,750 kg), a reasonable target given the extensive use of lightweight materials and the hybrid system’s added components. Toyota highlights a low center of gravity as a key factor in the car’s behavior.
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Inside, the cabin adopts a more conventional layout than the ultra‑focused Lexus LFA, featuring a red‑and‑black scheme that reflects the GR brand’s colors. A central screen sits above a cluster of toggles, and a low‑profile shifter rests within a wide transmission tunnel. Recaro bucket seats complete the driver‑focused interior, though no Toyota badge appears on the exterior.
The exterior design blends Toyota’s “hammerhead” styling cues with an elongated hood, giving the GR GT a silhouette that suggests a track‑ready machine. The front end appears aggressive, while the rear end showcases the wide tires and carbon‑ceramic brakes.
While the road‑legal GR GT will retain the hybrid powertrain, the GT3 variant strips away most street‑car amenities, focusing on the aluminum chassis, double‑wishbone suspension and V8 engine. Details on the GT3’s hybrid components or weight reduction remain undisclosed.
Timeline and market expectations
Toyota expects the GR GT to arrive as a 2027 model year vehicle, with deliveries slated for the following year.
Industry observers note that the GR GT could reshape expectations for hybrid supercars, especially if the promised power and weight figures are achieved in production. The upcoming GT3 version will also provide a platform for Toyota to compete in the GT3 racing class, leveraging the same chassis and power unit.
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