Get ready to rev your engines, because Toyota is about to shake the automotive world with its latest masterpiece! But here's the twist: the highly anticipated supercar won’t grace the Japan Mobility Show in October as initially rumored. Instead, Toyota has set the stage for a grand reveal on December 4 at 9 PM Eastern Time, with a countdown that’s building anticipation by the second. And if you’re wondering when you’ll see it in person, mark your calendars for January 2025 at the Tokyo Auto Salon.
In a move that’s got car enthusiasts buzzing, Toyota recently dropped a teaser featuring the engine sounds of its legendary lineup: the classic inline-six of the 2000GT, the iconic V-10 of the Lexus LFA, and—wait for it—what sounds like a roaring V-8 for the new supercar. And this is the part most people miss: despite earlier speculation, this beast will proudly wear the Toyota badge, not Lexus, as confirmed by a massive billboard at Fuji Speedway showcasing the “GR” logo.
Here’s where it gets controversial: while initial rumors hinted at a Lexus-badged street version, it now appears both the race and road variants will fall under the Gazoo Racing umbrella—unless Toyota has a surprise Lexus twist for North America. What do you think? Is this the right move, or should Toyota have stuck with Lexus for its street-legal version?
This supercar has been a long time coming. Toyota first teased us with the GR GT3 concept in January 2022, a race-focused machine that hinted at something extraordinary. Fast forward nearly four years, and the production version is finally here, promising to be a bespoke creation with no ties to existing models. All signs point to a hybrid powertrain, thanks to those telltale yellow warning stickers spotted on prototypes at the Nürburgring—a clear sign of high-voltage electrical systems.
While technical details are still under wraps, one thing’s for sure: this will be Toyota’s first performance-oriented hybrid. Think twin-turbocharged combustion engines, a lightweight carbon fiber body over an aluminum chassis, and a position at the pinnacle of Gazoo Racing’s lineup, towering above the GR Yaris, GR Corolla, GR86, and GR Supra.
But Toyota isn’t stopping there. Rumors suggest the revival of the Celica and possibly the MR2, alongside a new turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine in development for everything from front-wheel-drive to mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive setups. Who knew Toyota would become the unexpected hero of fun cars?
As the countdown ticks closer to zero, one question remains: will this supercar live up to the hype? Let us know your thoughts in the comments—are you Team Toyota or Team Lexus for this one?
The wait is nearly over. Stay tuned, because this is just the beginning.
Source: Toyota
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