Is Toyota GT86 worth buying?

Is Toyota GT86 worth buying?

The GT86 has proved to be a real fun car, very agile, practical everyday car. I’m not saying it’s better than the Porsche but for exceptional value for money and, so far, excellent reliability.

Are Toyota GT86 reliable?

However, the GT86 wasn’t one of Toyota’s star performers, attaining only an average 95th place for reliability out of the 150 cars surveyed in 2016, one of the few times it has appeared in the list of vehicles.

Is Toyota GT86 slow?

The GT86 is slower than those looks promise. But then, jumping into the Toyota after stints in the Porsche 718 Cayman and Type R, that’s kind of inevitable. Both are cars in which you can rarely put your foot to the floor. Take the GT86 on anything twister, and it really comes into its own.

Are Toyota 86 engines reliable?

In terms of reliability Consumer Reports gave the 86 a perfect five out five rating for overall dependability. CR’s score is based on its testing across 17 potential trouble spots, including a vehicle’s engine, brakes, and drive system. U.S. News also gave the 86 an excellent dependability rating.

Is a Toyota GT86 a good first car?

Too much horsepower might be a thing but when it comes to sports cars too little also isn’t ideal. This is what makes the Toyota 86 perfect for newcomers to the world of sports cars. It’s 205 hp is enough to get you into a little bit of trouble but not too much, otherwise known as the mama bear porridge of trouble.

Is the GT86 fun?

What is it like to drive? The GT86 is a fantastic little coupe. Light on its feet, eager to change direction, it also rides beautifully and has delicious brakes. The off-beat flat-four engine is sweet and best of all, it’s joyfully well balanced when you turn off the stability control and have a bit of fun.

Is a Toyota 86 fast?

Speed and Acceleration The 2020 Toyota 86 coupe is fast. It has a top speed of 140 mph off the production line. It can do 0-60 mph in 6.4 seconds when equipped with the six-speed manual, which on par with the Subaru BRZ and faster than the Honda Civic Coupe.

What do you think about the Toyota GT86?

The Toyota GT86 (aka Subaru BRZ, Scion FRS) when released was heralded as the return of inexpensive, rear wheel drive sports cars. I may be in the minority, but upon release what I clapped my eyes on was an admittedly very pretty car with too many drawbacks to even register on my shortlist.

Should I buy a Toyota MX5 or a Toyota Primo GT86?

This is where the Toyota doesn’t have a leg to stand on. The MX5 is cheaper than even the Primo trim GT86, has peppier engines, is lighter, is the tiny-car handling benchmark and is better built. There really is nothing more to be said. If you want cheap, rear drive thrills, just buy the MX5.

Is the Ford GT86 good for trekking up the country?

While you know my thoughts on the GT86’s cabin, the sound system is pretty good and the seating position is super comfy for trekking up the country. It’s not all bad. Eventually, somewhere near York, I turn off the A1 and head for the North York Moors.

Would you buy a MK7 Golf GTI in a GT86?

It’d be fine in an MR2 from the mid-90s, but when we’re talking Mk7 Golf GTI money, the GT86’s cabin definitely falls short. Then there’s the new infotainment system fitted to the MY2017 GT86. It’s a £750 option and it’s utterly dire.