Ditching a clutch pedal for flappy paddles, the all-new Toyota GR Yaris is sort of in South Africa, and it guarantees to show issues as much as 11! Right here is pricing on the potent all-wheel drive sizzling hatch.
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Readying for South African arrival, the advanced GR Yaris has some huge footwear to fill. It simply went on sale in Japan, and it’s formally on Toyota South Africa’s radar, with native launch timing anticipated to be confirmed within the coming months. Happily, we’ve obtained a sneak peek at how a lot the recent hatch will price, however earlier than that, here’s what makes the refreshed GR Yaris new and improved. Toyota declare the mannequin advantages from real-world classes realized in motorsport, together with rally phases and circuit racing. It options enhanced mechanical upgrades, together with Toyota’s Gazoo Racing Direct Computerized Transmission (an 8-speed torque-converter auto), a primary for the mannequin. However purists can relaxation simple — a 6-speed guide will stay.
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Beneath the bonnet is the acquainted 1.6-litre turbocharged three-cylinder engine (G16E-GTS), now tuned for 224 kW and 400 N.m, despatched to all 4 wheels by way of the GR-4 system. It is a severe bump in energy and torque from the outgoing mannequin, 26 kW and 40 N.m to be particular. Alongside the mechanical tweaks, Toyota has reworked the suspension and steering really feel with enter from skilled racers. One spotlight for track-day warriors is the brand new Aero Efficiency Bundle, due later in 2025. It features a ducted aluminium bonnet, fender vents, a variable rear wing, and underbody aerodynamic aids. The up to date MT mannequin retains the 1 280 kg dry weight however the brand new automated is 20 kg heavier total.
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Inside, Toyota has made ergonomic updates too, corresponding to a wider footrest for automated variants and the choice of a vertical rally-style handbrake.
2025 Toyota GR Yaris Pricing
- GR Yaris Rally MT – R897 400
- GR Yaris Rally AT – R925 300
Official specification is anticipated nearer to its native launch – keep tuned to CAR Journal’s Kyle Kock throughout his 2025 GR Cup marketing campaign, which is able to see the media contingent shift from the earlier technology GR Yaris in favour of the 8-speed automated.
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