Toyota Yaris GR SPORT, the look of the hybrid becomes more? gritty

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Toyota has decided to give its Yaris a more stylish look. gritty through the new GR SPORT version . A model that will be available in Europe from the second quarter of 2022 . The Italian price list, for the moment, is not; been communicated yet. Let's see the details that characterize this particular version of the car that won the Car of the Year title in 2021.

THE ENGINE DOES NOT CHANGE

The news they concern the exteriors, the interiors and the set-up. The engine, in fact, is not; been touched. We therefore find the well-known Full Hybrid powertrain capable of delivering 116 hp (85 kW). Speaking of the exterior design, this new version of the Yaris is; was created thanks to the collaboration with Gazoo Racing .

The car can be ordered in Dynamic Gray with black roof. In addition, the aesthetic characterization includes dedicated 18-inch wheels with red details and front grille with a new mesh design with “ G '' motif. Behind, a new T-shaped diffuser stands out which contributes to giving greater grit to the overall look of the car.

Speaking of the passenger compartment, we find the GR SPORT logo on the steering wheel, on the seat headrest, on the power button and main instrument display. The seats can count on a new Ultrasuede upholstery , while the perforated leather steering wheel and gearbox feature red stitching. The door trims, console and steering wheel are finished in gunmetal gray exclusive to GR SPORT.

As for the set-up, Toyota says it has changed the suspension setting front and rear. Changes also to the shock absorbers for a better reactivity; at low speeds to offer better steering feedback and greater driving comfort.

At the rear, the springs have been optimized to decrease the roll or lift of the wheels during acceleration and braking. On both sides of the car, new underbody supports have been added to improve stiffness, handling and stability; of the car body. Finally, there are small tweaks to the aerodynamics and an improvement to the electronic power steering.

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