Overview
While most of Toyota’s lineup consists of consumer-grade sedans and SUVs, models marked with the initials GR represent the automaker’s highest levels of performance, and chief among that subset is the 2024 GR Supra. While it’s based on—and built alongside—the BMW Z4 convertible, the Supra brings an entirely different curb appeal. The two share most everything else though, including 255-hp turbocharged four-cylinder and 382-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engines. All Supra models are rear-wheel drive and you can have either an eight-speed automatic or, as we prefer, a six-speed manual. The interior borrows heavily from the BMW parts bin—either a good or bad thing depending on who you ask. But it comes with few compromises and there’s plenty of space for two adults to get comfortable even on long drives. The Supra’s sharp handling and responsive powertrains, however, mean its happier nipping apexes than long highway slogs.
What’s New for 2024?
Toyota’s flagship sports car carries over to 2024 with few changes, but it does add a 45th Anniversary Edition model to the lineup, and only 900 will be produced. Available only with the turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six, the Anniversary model sports either white or orange paint, matte-black wheels, a black body-side graphic, and a manually adjustable rear spoiler.
Pricing and Which One to Buy
Although there’s little driving emotion lost with the four-cylinder GR Supra 2.0, we think the ripping acceleration of the six-cylinder 3.0 is worth the added cost. We’d skip the Driver Assist package, which adds adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, and a lane-keeping assist system that’s more annoying than useful. The new six-speed manual offered with the 3.0 model costs the same as the automatic and is a no-brainer. Every GR Supra comes with a one-year membership to the National Auto Sport Association sports-car racing sanctioning organization and a complimentary day at a high-performance driving event. And just think: The money you save by not purchasing the Driver’s Assist package can go towards additional track time and fresh rubber.
Engine, Transmission, and Performance
Before 2023, all Supra models came with an eight-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive; last year, a six-speed manual finally became available, but only with the optional turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six. At the test track, our long-term 2020 GR Supra 3.0 (with the eight-speed automatic) laid down some seriously impressive acceleration numbers, hitting 60 mph in 3.7 seconds and 100 mph in 9.5 ticks. With the six-speed manual, those figures increase slightly to 3.9 and 9.6 seconds, respectively. That puts it in the big leagues against the Chevy Camaro SS, the Porsche Cayman GTS, and the BMW M2 Competition. In fact, it’s even quicker than the vaunted fourth-generation Supra, which was powered by a sequentially turbocharged inline-six with 320 horsepower. Despite its performance potential, the GR Supra’s suspension is forgiving enough to drive daily. Its steering is accurate, nicely weighted, and direct, which enhances its fun-to-drive personality. The lower-priced four-cylinder model delivered a brisk 4.7-second 60-mph run at our test track. That’s quicker than the GR Supra’s German cousin—the BMW Z4—which managed a 5.0-second 60-mph time. The one negative we found with the performance of our long-term GR Supra was the ease with which it got stuck in snow.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG
The most efficient GR Supra is the one with the turbocharged four-cylinder engine, which earns EPA ratings of 25 mpg city and 32 highway. The more powerful GR Supra 3.0’s ratings are still pretty good at 23 mpg city and 31 highway for the automatic and 19 and 27 mpg for the 3.0 manual. That’s more efficient than the Camaro, the Cayman GTS, and the M2. On our 75-mph highway fuel-economy test route, the six-cylinder GR Supra exceeded its highway rating by delivering 34 mpg; with the turbo four, the GR Supra delivered a stellar 38 mpg. For more information about the GR Supra’s fuel economy, visit the EPA’s website.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
The driver-focused cockpit is tight, and although the double-bubble roof provides some additional headroom, the tallest drivers will feel pinched. Cargo space is similarly cramped, but the cargo area (accessed via a hatchback) is roomy enough for a couple of carry-on suitcases or about a week’s worth of groceries for two. In our testing, we managed to fit four carry-on suitcases behind the rear seats. The Toyota shares much of its interior with the Z4, so those familiar with BMW switchgear and infotainment controls will feel right at home.
Infotainment and Connectivity
Speaking of infotainment, the GR Supra’s central display is an 8.8-inch unit with a very lightly reskinned version of BMW’s latest iDrive interface. A digital gauge display—which actually boasts a distinct design compared with the Bimmer—is standard across the range. Navigation and Apple CarPlay capability are both available, but Android Auto isn’t offered. A 12-speaker JBL audio system is optional, but we expect the standard 10-speaker audio system will be enough for most buyers, considering the size of the GR Supra’s interior.
Safety and Driver-Assistance Features
Toyota offers a host of driver-assistance features as standard across the GR Supra lineup, including automated emergency braking. Additional features, such as adaptive cruise control and blind-spot monitoring, can be added via the optional Driver’s Assist package. For more information about the GR Supra’s crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:
- Standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection
- Standard lane-departure warning
- Standard automatic high-beams
Warranty and Maintenance Coverage
Although it shares much with the Z4, the GR Supra offers slightly longer powertrain coverage but falls behind the BMW with a shorter limited warranty and complimentary scheduled maintenance plan.
- Limited warranty covers three years or 36,000 miles
- Powertrain warranty covers five years or 60,000 miles
- Complimentary scheduled maintenance is covered for two years or 25,000 miles
Specifications
Specifications
2023 Toyota GR Supra 3.0 Manual
Vehicle Type: front-engine, rear-wheel-drive, 2-passenger, 2-door hatchback
PRICE
Base/As Tested: $53,595/$61,085
ENGINE
turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 24-valve inline-6, aluminum block and head, direct fuel injection
Displacement: 183 in3, 2998 cm3
Power: 382 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque: 368 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
TRANSMISSION
6-speed manual
CHASSIS
Suspension, F/R: struts/multilink
Brakes, F/R: 13.7-in vented disc/13.6-in vented disc
Tires: Michelin Pilot Super Sport
F: 255/35R-19 (96Y) ★
R: 275/35R-19 (100Y) ★
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase: 97.2 in
Length: 172.5 in
Width: 73.0 in
Height: 50.9 in
Passenger Volume: 51 ft3
Cargo Volume: 10 ft3
Curb Weight: 3343 lb
C/D TEST RESULTS
60 mph: 3.9 sec
100 mph: 9.6 sec
1/4-Mile: 12.4 sec @ 114 mph
130 mph: 16.1 sec
150 mph: 22.9 sec
Results above omit 1-ft rollout of 0.3 sec.
Rolling Start, 5–60 mph: 4.7 sec
Top Gear, 30–50 mph: 5.9 sec
Top Gear, 50–70 mph: 4.7 sec
Top Speed (gov ltd): 161 mph
Braking, 70–0 mph: 150 ft
Braking, 100–0 mph: 299 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft Skidpad: 1.02 g
EPA FUEL ECONOMY
Combined/City/Highway: 21/19/27 mpg
