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Sports Car Review: 2025 Toyota GR Supra 3.0 Premium

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Sep 162025

The Toyota Supra rejoined the Toyota lineup in 2019 as the 2020 GR Supra and Latino Traffic Report (LTR) got the chance to review it then and two years later. This month, a third GR Supra arrived for a test drive, the 2025 3.0 Premium. It reaffirmed itself as Toyota’s halo car.

The Supra has evolved over the years, adding a four-cylinder version and increasing power on the six-cylinder to its current level in 2021, and most significantly, offering a six-speed manual transmission option in 2023. It’s still available today, the four-cylinder, however, is not, but the model tested by LTR came with an eight-speed automatic transmission matched to the twin turbo, six-cylinder inline engine that can produce 382 horsepower, 368 lb.–ft. of torque and a zero-to-60 mph acceleration of 3.9 seconds. It’s that kind of acceleration that automatically generates a smile. The automatic transmission also comes with paddle shifters on the steering column for added sportiness, especially on a curvy road like Austin’s FM 2222.

Versatility and convenience are the Achilles Heel to a sports car, e.g. it’s cramped, there’s little storage, it’s hard to get in and out of (even in 2020 when I was a bit younger), and setting the presets for radio and Sirius XM wasn’t intuitive. But it is FUN TO DRIVE and with a sports car, that what matters most, plus it’s a head-turner.

Besides its power, like a sports car, the Supra sits on a stiff ride, specifically a double joint-type MacPherson front and multi-link independent rear suspension. Additional adjustments come from the Adaptative Variable Suspension, selecting the Sport mode, or engaging the Individual settings to fine tune it even more. Steering is tight and responsive.

The test model also came with hazelnut Alcantara leather seating and accents on the steering wheel, which was an improvement on the all-black interiors of the models that were tested previously.

While the design has remained largely the same, in an if-it-ain’t-broke-don’t-fix-it way, there have been come enhancements and if you’re looking for a sports car, the Supra lives up to its legend. But you better hurry; 2026 will be the last model year.

To mark its adiós, Toyota will introduce the GR Supra MkV Final Edition. To wear the GR badge, a vehicle must pass through rigorous testing by Toyota GAZOO Racing engineers. The final edition will come closest to embracing that racing heritage with chasis and suspension modifications, improved cornering, and a strengthened front stabilizer.

Pricing for the 2025 Supra starts at $58,695. The as-tested price came to $61,930.

Sí: The 2025 GR Supra captures its sporty heritage with impressive acceleration and handling that makes it fun to drive.

No: Like most sports cars, it’s cramped, hard to get in and out of, and has limited cargo room.

Sports Car Review: 2022 Toyota GR Supra

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Nov 232022

While Toyota excels at reliability, some say that accomplishment comes at the expense of an appealing design, but there’s at least one model in the lineup that represents the exception to that rule, the 2022 GR Supra. Latino Traffic Report recently drove the GR Supra 2.0 and it rumbles and speeds with the aplomb of a sports car, plus it looks good too.

To truly compete in the segment, a sports car needs to be fast. The Supra achieves this with a zero to 60 of 4.1 seconds. While the test model was powered by a 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder turbo engine with 255 horsepower and a 295 lb.-ft. of torque matched to an eight-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters, a straight-six 3.0-litre engine with 335 hp/365 lb.-ft. of torque is available and new for 2023, so is a six-speed intelligent manual transmission, ramping up its sporty appeal.

Sports cars should also hug the road, especially on curves. The GR Supra did so on Austin’s famed FM 2222 assisted by a double joint type McPherson strut front and multi-link rear suspension.

If at all possible, sports cars should sound like they mean it. The as-tested Supra’s 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder turbo engine had a very nice rumble. It also had an EPA estimated fuel economy of 25 miles per gallon (mpg) in the city and 32 mpg on the highway. It averaged 28.6 mpg on the test drive.

As a base model, the 2.0 is a bit challenged when it comes to standard safety features but it did include auto-leveling headlights and pre-collision and lane departure warning. More sophisticated technology like a blind spot monitor, adaptive cruise control, and parking sensors came with the Safety and Technology package ($3,485). That’s a pricey investment and these features remain optional throughout the line-up, even on the top-of-the-line A9-CF with the manual transmission.

The interior included Alcantara seats with leather trim, a digital gauge cluster and 8.8-inch touchscreen display with a three-month subscription to XM satellite radio. It had knobs to making engaging the infotainment system easier but when programming preset channels, it was less than intuitive.

Don’t expect roominess or much storage capacity, that’s not where sports cars excel. But on the test drive, it seems a hand can get caught by the trunk lid. While it didn’t break any bones, it did bring up a daunting idea—there’s no exterior latch to release it so without the key fob in your pocket or a friend to release the trunk from the inside, a person could remain caught until he or she can flag down help. So be careful and don’t let your hand linger near the trunk.

Pricing for the 2022 GR-Supra starts at $43,645. The as-tested price came to $47,845.

Sí: The GR Supra perform as a sports car should and the combination of speed, performance, and rumble will put a smile on your face.

No: Be care of that trunk lid and safety features like the blind spot monitor should not be stuck in such a pricey optional package.

Sports Car Review: 2020 Toyota GR Supra

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Oct 022020

After more than 20 years, Toyota opted to bring back one of its most relished models, the Supra. Latino Traffic Report recently got to test the fifth generation of the sports car, the 2020 GR Supra. From its exterior to its performance, the test model lived up to the Supra’s reputation and its fans’ expectations. Sharing much of its chassis with the BMW Z4 doesn’t hurt either.

Its uniqueness starts with its curb appeal. Its twin-scroll turbo charged in-line six, rear-wheel-drive design, low center of gravity, and optimal weight balance set it apart in the Toyota lineup. However, getting in and out of it can be a challenge.

Under the hood, the 3.0-liter twin-scroll turbo charged in-line six-cylinder engine produces 335 horses with 365 lb.–ft. of torque. For 2021, that power is expected to grow to 382 hp. It’s matched to an eight-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters and accelerates from zero–60 miles per hour in 4.1 seconds. Unlike its predecessor, however, there is no manual transmission option.

It has an EPA estimated fuel economy of 24 miles per gallon (mpg) in the city and 31 mpg on the highway. Switching to Sport mode will enhance its performance and engine rumble while sacrificing a bit of fuel economy. It averaged 23.2 mpg during the weeklong test drive.

The test model came in Renaissance Red on the outside with a black leather-trimmed interior, including black sport seats, a black steering wheel and black center console with carbon-fiber accents. The instrument panel was a bit plain, though it did include a four-color Head-up Display.

The infotainment system on the test model included an 8.8-inch touchscreen, the JBL audio system with an amplifier, and Apple CarPlay compatibility. Programming presets, however, was less intuitive than other infotainment systems tested on Toyota products.

Standard safety features on both grades, as well as the Launch Edition, include the pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, lane departure warning with steering assist, and automatic high beams.

On the test model, adding the blind spot monitor required an extra $1,195 as part of the Driver Assist Package that also included Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Parking Sensors with an emergency braking function. These were particularly handy for protecting the Supra’s front bumper lip.

Pricing for the Supra 3.0 starts at $50,920. Available in three trim levels, the as-tested price on the mid-range 3.0 Premium came to $58,280.

Si: The GR Supra has the sporty looks and performance that fans have long anticipated. Young men were especially inquisitive during the test drive.

No: Any sports car should offer a manual transmission and while fun to drive, it’s pretty pricey.