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Toyota is developing a V8-powered Supra, but to the surprise of fans, it won't be available for sale. Find out the reason behind this intriguing decision
The Toyota Supra is one of the most iconic sports cars in the world, with a rich history that dates back to the 1970s. Originally, the Supra was developed as a more powerful version of the Toyota Celica, but over time, it gained its own identity and became a reference in the world of high-end automobiles. performance.
Now, Toyota has revealed a plan for the 2026 season of the Australian Repco Supercars championship: the introduction of at least four A90-generation Supras, equipped with V8 engines.
Japanese car giant is building a V8-powered Supra you'll never be able to buy
These vehicles will not be sold to the public, as they will be exclusively for the racetrack. The automaker has chosen the Walkinshaw Andretti United team to develop the GR machines, with drivers Chaz Mostert and Ryan Wood leading the debut of the model.
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Already consolidated in races such as the FIA WEC Hypercar, NASCAR and WRC, the Japanese manufacturer is now entering the popular Supercars Championship in Australia.
For the championship, the Supra will be equipped with the engine 8UR-GSE aluminum quad-cam V2, the same one used by Gazoo Racing in Dakar 2019.
This engine is very similar to the one that powers Lexus’s IMSA GT-winning Daytona RC F GT3s. The new Supra race car will ride on a Gen 3 Supercars tube-frame chassis, with a body styled to recall the iconic model.
According to Sean Hanley, vice president of sales at Toyota Australia, the timing could not be better. “We have been exploring the possibility of competing in Supercars for over 20 years, and now, with the right car, the right team and a solid partnership with the championship, the timing is right.“He said.
He further highlighted that this is a historic opportunity for Toyota, reinforcing the brand’s connection with top-level motorsport and providing fans with an even more exciting experience with Toyota Gazoo Racing.
With the arrival of the Supra on Australian tracks, Toyota promises to expand its presence on the racing scene, showcasing the strength and innovation of its performance cars, even if the public cannot purchase this exclusive version of the legendary model.
