The air was thick with Drive Review. For years, the GR Supra had carried the torch, a brilliant collaboration that successfully resurrected a legend. Yet, the question among purists—and the general public—always lingered: when would Toyota build a truly in-house successor? When would the next chapter of the Supra story be written entirely in Japan?
The answer, as we now know, is 2026.
As the production of the beloved A90 generation winds down, Toyota’s Gazoo Racing division has shocked the performance world with a car that is not just a replacement, but a radical re-imagining. The All-New 2026 Toyota Supra, rumored by some to be called the Celica Supra but officially launched simply as the GR Supra A100, Drive Review as a monumental declaration: Toyota is not just staying in the performance game; they are electrifying it.
This is not a modest update; it is a clean-sheet design, built from the ground up on a new, entirely Toyota-engineered platform. The weight of expectation on this car—to satisfy the Fast and Furious generation, to appease the purists who wanted a Toyota engine, and to push into the electric future—is immense.
After spending a full day on the Drive Review Fuji Speedway and carving through the mountain passes of Hakone, we can finally, definitively, answer the question everyone is asking: Is the All-New 2026 Toyota Supra worth the wait?
Our review of the high-performance GR Supra RZ-Hybrid trim starts now.
Design & Aerodynamics: A New, Sculpted Drive Review
The first thing that hits you is the sheer visual drama. The A90 was polarizing; the A100 is commanding. Toyota’s design language has Drive Review, shedding the slightly bulbous, BMW-influenced proportions for something tauter, sharper, and aggressively aerodynamic.
The familiar long-hood, short-deck sports car silhouette remains, but every panel is new. The nose is lower, featuring a massive, functional central air intake flanked by sharp, L-shaped LED headlights that are a clear callback to the Mk4’s iconic gaze, yet modernized with a digital-age severity. The surfacing is complex, incorporating functional aerodynamics channels to manage airflow over, under, and around the body.
The side profile is where the new platform truly shines. The wheelbase feels slightly longer than the outgoing model, lending a more composed and planted look, while the rear haunches swell over the massive 20-inch forged aluminum wheels, giving the car a true race-car stance. Critically, the heavily debated faux-vents of the A90 are Drive Review, replaced by meticulously sculpted bodywork and genuine air ducts feeding the brakes and engine bay.
At the rear, the integrated, subtly rising ducktail spoiler is complemented by a multi-element diffuser, housing dual quad-exit exhaust tips—a clear hint at the combustion power within the new hybrid powertrain. The design is a masterful blend of nostalgia and futurism, striking a new, authentic JDM chord that the previous model Drive Review struggled to find.
The Crucial Details: LED Lights and Carbon Fiber
Our review car, finished in a stunning “Kinetic Yellow,” featured extensive use of exposed carbon fiber on the roof, side mirrors, and front splitter. These lightweight materials are a commitment to performance, not just style. The rear light signature—a thin, horizontal LED strip that spans the entire width of the car—is instantly recognizable and destined to become a signature of the new generation.
The Engine Bay Revelation: Power, Hybridized
Lift the hood, and the biggest change in the Supra’s history is revealed. Gone is the BMW B58 inline-six. In its place is a bespoke Toyota-engineered Hybrid Powertrain: a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six engine paired with a highly integrated electric Drive Review system.
This is the key performance car talking point. Rumors suggest the engine itself is a variation of the unit developed for the Lexus LFR supercar program, adapted and tuned by Gazoo Racing. The numbers, though unofficial, are astounding and instantly put the Supra in a new league:
Engine: GR 3.0L Turbo Inline-Six
Combined Output: 480 horsepower (hp)
Torque: Approximately 450 pound-feet (lb-ft)
0-60 mph: Estimated 3.8 seconds
The electrification is not merely for Drive Review; it’s a performance enabler. The electric motor, housed within the 8-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT)—a shift from the previous ZF automatic—provides instant, seamless torque fill at the low end, eliminating any hint of turbo lag.
On the Road: The Sound of a New Era
Driving the car is where the speculation ends and the pure joy begins. The exhaust note is rich, metallic, and distinctly Toyota. It has a gravelly, aggressive throatiness at idle that opens up to a piercing, high-rev wail as you approach the 7,000 RPM redline. It sounds expensive, sophisticated, and, thankfully, not synthesized.
The power delivery is relentless. In Sport+ mode, the pedal response is immediate, and the car slingshots forward with brutal efficiency. The electric assistance is imperceptible, blending perfectly with the turbo six. This new DCT is a revelation, swapping cogs with a savage speed that makes the A90’s ZF feel pedestrian. The manual transmission Drive Review, which will be available in the lower 3.0 Premium trim, is something we eagerly await, but the speed and intelligence of this DCT make it hard to argue against.
Chassis and Handling: A True GR Masterpiece
The biggest criticism of the A90 was its shared BMW DNA, which some felt prevented it from having a uniquely Toyota character. With the A100, the engineers have been given a blank slate, and the result is a chassis honed for precision.
The new platform features increased torsional rigidity, a lower center of gravity, and a near-perfect 50:50 weight distribution. Our First Drive took us straight onto the Fuji Speedway, and the Supra felt utterly at home.
The Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) has been recalibrated, offering a noticeably wider gulf between the softest Comfort setting and the stiffest Drive Review mode. In Track, body roll is nonexistent, and the car pivots around its central axis with a delightful, pointy accuracy. The steering, now fully Toyota tuned, provides more weight and, crucially, more granular feedback than before, allowing the driver to feel the texture of the asphalt.
The Active Differential and Traction Management
The heart of the handling dynamics is the new, fully integrated Active Rear Differential. Toyota has been able to leverage its GR racing expertise to create a system that distributes torque with uncanny intelligence. Coming out of the tight Turn 1 corner at Fuji, the differential feeds power precisely to the outside wheel, allowing you to get on the gas far sooner than expected, pulling the car out with minimal fuss and zero drama. This focus on driver engagement and controllable limits is a defining characteristic of the A100.
The upgraded braking system—featuring six-piston calipers up front—is immense, hauling the car down from triple-digit speeds repeatedly without fade. The brake pedal feel is firm, consistent, and easy to modulate, a significant improvement over the outgoing model.
Interior & Technology: Driver-Focused and Upscale
The cabin of the new Supra has also seen a dramatic overhaul, moving away from the BMW parts-bin feel. The design is now unmistakably driver-centric, yet significantly more upscale than before.
The materials are a mix of premium Alcantara, rich Nappa leather, and genuine carbon fiber trim. The deeply sculpted sport seats, which are heated and ventilated in the RZ-Hybrid trim, offer outstanding lateral support, locking the driver in Drive Review for hard cornering without sacrificing long-distance comfort—a must-have for a true grand tourer.
Digital Cockpit and Infotainment
The technological centerpiece is the new Digital Cockpit. A large, customizable 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster replaces the previous setup, displaying performance data, hybrid system status, and a prominent, centrally located tachometer. The central infotainment is a new 10.25-inch touchscreen running the latest Toyota Infotainment System, which finally includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard. The system is fast, intuitive, and a massive step up in usability.
The climate controls wisely remain physical dials and buttons, preserving the tactile experience and avoiding the frustrating trend of burying essential functions in a touchscreen. Toyota has mastered the art of blending high-tech features with essential analog controls.
A notable feature is the GR Telemetry System, which records lap times, G-forces, and essential engine parameters, allowing owners to Drive Review their track performance—a clear nod to the motorsports focus of the Gazoo Racing badge.
Competition & Pricing: The New Benchmark
The previous Supra competed primarily against the likes of the Porsche 718 Cayman and the Nissan Z. The 2026 GR Supra RZ-Hybrid, with its 480 horsepower and sophisticated hybrid drivetrain, moves the goalposts significantly.
It now sits squarely between the base Porsche 911 and Drive Review-end trims of the Jaguar F-Type, offering near-supercar acceleration with the reliability promise of a Toyota.
While official pricing for the RZ-Hybrid trim is yet to be announced, speculation places it in the high five-figure range, roughly 10,000 to 15,000 units above the outgoing Final Edition. This price jump is justified by the bespoke, in-house engineering and the complex hybrid technology. The value proposition remains strong: for the price of a mid-spec Drive Review sedan, you get a genuine, 480-hp, track-honed sports coupe.
The introduction of this new model forces its rivals to play catch-up. The Nissan Z suddenly feels a generation behind, and the Cayman faces a formidable competitor with superior power and a richer legacy story. This Supra has the power, the looks, and the technical substance to dominate the two-door sports car conversation for the rest of the Drive Review.
