Toyota’s looking to take NYC by storm during this year’s New York International Auto Show with a new introduction for its race-inspired GR lineup. The new GR Supra MkV Final Edition gives performance mavens something to look forward to.
Toyota giving GR Supra fans a reason to check out the New York International Auto Show this week.
The GR Supra’s been a staple in Toyota’s stable of GR performance cars since then-CEO Akio Toyoda introduced it in 2019. In its six years after its debut, the MkV generation has been delighting go-fast fans while meeting the high standards of “Morizo,” Toyoda’s racing alter ego.
The 2026 GR Supra MkV Final Edition was introduced at the Grand Prix of Long Beach, but New York auto show attendees will get a look at the racer as well. It features specially optimized tuning, better brakes, increased body rigidity as well as several suspension updates to improve its overall performance.
The updates improve the vehicle’s road feel. Some of the suspension changes include updates to the camber angle to improve cornering stability. The car also received some aero updates making it slipperier and creating more downforce to keep the GR Supra glued to the road.
Big performance
The 2026 GR Supra MkV Final Edition was introduced at the Grand Prix of Long Beach, but New York auto show attendees will get a look at the racer as well.
In addition to improving the ride and handling, the 3.0-liter turbocharged inline 6-cylinder that powers the car gets a performance enhancement. The result is a zero-to-60 mph time of 3.9 seconds with the 8-speed automatic. It rises to 4.2 seconds driving the manual model.
The autos have a manufacturer-estimated 22 city/29 highway/25 combined fuel economy rating helped in part by standard start/stop technology, which shuts the engine off while the car is stopped, Toyota officials noted.
“The AT allows drivers to focus on the throttle and braking — opening up the possibilities for a thrilling time while driving,” Toyota officials noted.
The manual features an Intelligent Manual Transmission (iMT) programmed with software that prioritizes performance. When upshifting, it optimizes engine torque at the moment of clutch engagement and release.
On downshifts, the software includes rev-matching for consistent performance. The iMT is set as the default, but, if the driver prefers, it can be switched off in Individual Mode. The 2026 GR Supra is expected to arrive at Toyota Dealerships in Spring 2025. No pricing was revealed.
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Means to an end
The 2026 GR Supra gets a slew of updates to improve its on-road performance.
The GR Supra MkV Final Edition also heralds updates to the next edition of the Supra 3.0 and 3.0 Premium, officials noted. The GR Supra puts out 382 horsepower and 368 lb-ft of torque for the 2026 model year — and all three iterations are available with an automatic or manual transmission.
Standard performance features include a double joint-type MacPherson front and multi-link independent rear suspension, sport-calibrated electronic power steering, and dual rear exhaust outlets. All models wear high performance Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires for maximum grip of the GR Supra’s rear-wheel drive platform.
It goes fast so it needs to look the part so to that end, the new 2026 Supra is available in Stratosphere, Absolute Zero, Nocturnal and Renaissance Red 2.0. The inside mirrors the outside in terms of sportiness. It’s a minimalist setup with Alcantara and leather-trimmed power sport seats. There soft and comfortable yet designed to keep the driver in their seat.
The 3.0 Premium grade brings a luxury feel with hazelnut-colored leather trim.
On the inside
The 3.0 Premium grade brings a luxury feel with power adjustable seats that come with an option of black leather-trimmed seats or a hazelnut-colored leather trim. Both grades have standard heated seating, Toyota mentions.
Modern technology is incorporated into the interior with connectivity and audio options that add a sonic dimension to the drive in the GR Supra. Supra Connect comes standard on the 3.0 Premium along with a 12-speaker, 500-watt JBL Hi-Fi system. The 3.0 grade can be upgraded to the 12-speaker JBL system with the available Safety & Technology Plus JBL Package, which includes Supra Connect.
The new Supra won’t hit dealerships in the U.S. until early next year. And, again, no prices were revealed.
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