Next-Generation Toyota Supra To Be Developed By Toyota Independently
An all-new Toyota Supra is on the way, with a launch planned for 2027. This time, Toyota will independently develop the model. Toyota marks a shift from the previous BMW collaboration used for the A90 Supra.
The fifth-generation A90 used a BMW-sourced 3.0-litre inline-six engine. The fifth-generation A90 Supra also shared its platform with the BMW Z4. Despite this, the Supra outsold the Z4 significantly in global markets.
According to Forbes, Toyota sold over 24,000 Supras in a five-year period. In comparison, BMW sold only 13,000 Z4s during that time. This success has motivated Toyota to build the next model completely in-house.
New Engine & Transmission
The new Supra is expected to feature a 2.0-litre turbo hybrid engine. The new Supra is expected to produce nearly 400 HP and 500 NM of torque. Toyota is also exploring the use of carbon-neutral fuels for cars.
Toyota will use a motor generator with a clutch in the hybrid system. The motor generator with a clutch will allow driving solely on electric power when needed. Toyota may offer either a 10-speed or an 8-speed automatic transmission as an option.
New Styling & Suspension
Toyota will also be in charge of the new Supra’s suspension and exterior design. Toyota’s approach will ensure that the car has a unique driving character. This dedication highlights the brand’s dedication to performance engineering.
Outlook
In 2019, Akio Toyoda declared, “Supra is back” at the Detroit Motor Show. The return marked the Japanese legend’s return after a 17-year absence. Toyota aims to carry forward that legacy with a new identity in the next Supra.
