2021 Toyota Supra: What we know so far
Back in 2019, Toyota debuted the fifth-generation Toyota Supra. This of course generated a lot of hype since it is the successor to the now legendary A80 Supra, which was last sold in 1997. Currently, the J29 Supra is Toyota Motor Philippines’ most powerful offerings, positioned just above the GT86.
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For the 2021 model year, Toyota decided to update the Supra, making the inline-6 version make more power from 335 horsepower to 382 horsepower. This more powerful version of the fifth-gen Supra however isn’t likely to arrive in the Philippines anytime soon. As such, the current version that we have right now will most likely be carried over for this year.
So, what can we expect from the 2021 Toyota Supra? Well, much of the same really.
The fifth-generation 2020-2021 Toyota Supra
2021 Toyota Supra: Exterior
Currently, the Philippine-spec Supra is one of the sportiest-looking models in the Toyota Philippines model lineup. As the marque’s flagship sports car, its exterior already comes with all the bells and whistles like LED headlights, LED turn signal lights and taillights, a rear spoiler, among others.
The rear-end of the Toyota Supra
One thing that irks most car enthusiasts however is the noticeable wealth of faux vents littered on many parts of the car. The Toyota Supra, however, won’t be getting a facelift anytime soon, so we’ll have to make do with aftermarket body kits to hide those away. Nevertheless, the aerodynamic body of the Supra, its proportions, and even down to its stock wheel design are all eye-catching and attractive.
2021 Toyota Supra: Interior
Just like the exterior, we can’t complain much about the Supra’s interior. It’s simple and clean cockpit is already luxurious, and is very well equipped with what one expects from a car of its price. It comes with automatic climate control, cruise control, a push to start button, a twelve-piece JBL speaker set, a tilt and telescopic steering wheel, electronically adjustable seats, and many other useful features.
For a luxury performance car, the Supra's cockpit is a bit utilitarian-looking
Like most Toyota models, however, the Supra doesn’t have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Instead, it links your smartphone to its 8.8-inch touchscreen using Toyota’s T-Link software. It works just right, but some might prefer the Android Auto or Apple Carplay.
2021 Toyota Supra: Engine and Performance
As we’ve said before, the Supra got more powerful in other markets. The engineers at Toyota managed to squeeze more out of the turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-6 engine, bringing up its maximum horsepower output to 382 hp.
As for the Philippine version however, Toyota PH hasn’t said anything about releasing the more powerful version locally. That said, the 2021 Supra for the Philippines will keep its output at 335 horsepower and 500 Nm of torque. The Supra uses a rear-wheel-drive drivetrain and an eight-speed automatic gearbox with paddle shifters.
The Toyota Supra's inline-6 engine which was co-developed with BMW
Apart from the added power, the revised Supra also gets a new tune for its power steering as well as for its adaptive variable suspension and stability control. So yes, the revised 2021 Supra, as Toyota puts it, handles better than the old Supra (the one that we have).
2021 Toyota Supra: Safety
A car this powerful will need an equally competent safety kit. As such, it already comes with seven airbags, speed-sensing door locks, a tire pressure monitoring system, traction and stability control, anti-lock braking with electronic brake-force distribution, among others.
We’ve heard some people expressing that they want Toyota’s driver-assist safety suite on the Supra. To that, however, one can argue that the Supra was made to be an all-out driving machine that’s meant to provide the most connection between a driver and a car. So no, we wouldn’t want to see the Toyota Safety Sense on the Supra.
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2021 Toyota Supra: Final Thoughts
There’s hardly anything to complain about the Supra. It's already a competent car when it comes to the purpose of driving enjoyment. That said, however, some purists out there are still clamoring for a manual version.
Apart from having more power, the revised Supra also gets more color choices depending on the market
How about the more powerful version? Well, as we’ve said, Toyota PH is yet to announce its intention of bringing in the newer, more powerful version of the fifth-gen Supra. If it turned out that it’s coming however, expect a significant price bump.
2021 Toyota Supra: Expected Price
Currently, the sole variant of the Toyota Supra available in the Philippines has a price tag of Php 4,990,000. Due to taxes, inflation, and what not, we can expect that figure to go up slightly this year. And no, it looks like Toyota PH won’t be introducing the “presumably” cheaper inline-4 version anytime soon either.
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Know more about Toyota Supra 2024
The Toyota Supra is a 2-seater sports car that is available in the Philippines at a price range from Php 5,396,000 to Php 5,496,000. Only one variant is available locally which uses a BMW-sourced 3.0-liter inline-6 twin-scroll turbocharged gasoline engine that generates 335 Nm of torque and 500 Nm of torque. This engine is connected to an 8-speed automatic transmission as standard. Dimensions-wise, this iconic sports car spans 4,379 mm in length, 1,854 mm in width, and 1,294 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,470 mm and a ground clearance rated at 115 mm. In the local market, the Toyota Supra competes against the likes of Ford Mustang, Nissan 370Z, and Porsche 718.
Toyota Supra Launch
Toyota Philippines introduced the Toyota GR Supra in the local market on July 9, 2019. This current generation is the successor of the A80 Supra, featuring a 3.0L twin-scroll turbocharged in-line 6-cylinder gasoline engine. The version available in the Philippine market is the European-spec type and is only offered in a single variant.
The prices depend on the color choice of the buyer. Only 16 Toyota dealerships in the country have been certified by Toyota Motor Philippines to market this Supra. According to the company, these dealerships are equipped and capable of servicing this sports car. They are the following:
Metro Manila
1. Toyota Commonwealth
2. Toyota Alabang
3. Toyota Makati
4. Toyota Otis
5. Toyota Manila Bay
6. Toyota Quezon Avenue
7. Toyota Pasong Tamo
Luzon
8.Toyota Bacoor
9.Toyota Batangas
10.Toyota La Union
11.Toyota Calamba
12.Toyota San Pablo
13.Toyota San Fernando
Visayas
14.Toyota Mabolo
15.Toyota Cebu
Mindanao
16. Toyota Davao City
Toyota Supra Exterior
This 2-seater Coupe offering from the Japanese manufacturer features a sleek body to allow the car to cut through the air. The front part of the vehicle gets all LED headlights, reverse lights, turn signals, daytime running lights, taillights, and fog lights. An auto high beam is also equipped in its headlights. The rear part of the vehicle features a dual exhaust pipe mounted just below the bumper.
This 2-seater Coupe offering from the Japanese manufacturer features a sleek body to allow the car to cut through the air
The GR Supra rides on sporty 19-inch forged aluminum wheels to maximize the grip at the back. The Toyota Supra prices in the Philippines vary depending on the model's color. It is available in eight colors: Matte Storm Gray, Deep Blue Metallic, Ice Gray Metallic, Silver Metallic, Lighting Yellow, Black Metallic, White Metallic, and Prominence Red. The Matte Storm Gray Supra is the most expensive.
Toyota Supra Interior
Inside the Toyota Supra, there's an 8.8-inch TFT LCD for the tachometer and speedometer. The cooling is handled by the car’s push-type dual-zone climate control. It allows the occupants to have their own desired temperatures.
In the center part of this performance car, there’s an 8.8-inch widescreen TFT display with Bluetooth and USB capabilities. The Supra is also equipped with a JBL 12-speaker HiFi surround sound system.
Inside the Toyota Supra, there's an 8.8-inch TFT LCD for the tachometer and speedometer
The leather-wrapped steering wheel comes with a 3-spoke design and paddle shifters. It also contains audio controls, telescopic adjust function, manual tilt, and cruise control. The driving position is excellent – low, and the standard seat wraps around the driver's back, and it comes with adjustable side bolsters.
Overall, Supra’s interior has material quality and tactility.
Technology & Safety Features
Some of the tech features available in the Supra are cruise control, push start button, integrated sport drive, 8-way adjustable seat, electric-assist power steering, electric parking brake, back monitor, and auto retract side mirrors. It also comes with a navigation system.
The car's safety features include a day and night rearview mirror, driver and passenger airbag, Anti-lock Braking System, brake assists, EBD, seat belt warning, crash sensor, door ajar warning, front and side-impact beams, traction control, and Vehicle Stability Control system.
In terms of security, the Toyota GR Supra features central locking, an engine immobilizer, an anti-theft device, power door locks, and an anti-theft alarm.
In terms of security, the Toyota GR Supra features central locking, an engine immobilizer, an anti-theft device, power door locks, and an anti-theft alarm.
Platform & Chassis
The Toyota Supra sits on BMW’s Cluster Architecture – the same underpinning used in Z4. It is the main reason why it has the same dimension and chassis as its German counterpart roadster.
This 2-seater Coupe from Toyota has a wheelbase of 2,470 mm, a length of 4,379 mm, a width of 1,854 mm, and a ground clearance of 115 mm.
The Toyota GR Supra is equipped with a Double-joint McPherson Strut for the front suspension, and the rear setup is handled by the multi-link suspension for the rear. A limited-slip differential is also featured in this car for its rear axles.
The stopping power is provided by the 4-piston Fixed Caliper Front Ventilated Disc Brakes and 1-piston Floating Caliper Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes.
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Engine & Drivetrain
Aside from the platform, the Toyota Supra also shares the same engine, running gear, and gearbox as its German counterpart roadster. Sitting under the hood is a Toyota-tuned 3.0L Twin-Scroll Turbocharged gasoline engine. The unit produces 335 horsepower and 500 Newton-meter of torque. The engine power is delivered to the rear wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission. It propels this performance car from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds. The top speed is 250 km/h.
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The Toyota Supra Philippines also shares the same engine, running gear, and gearbox as its German counterpart roadster
Available colors for the Toyota GR Supra 2024 Philippines are Prominence Red, Black Metallic 2, Lightning Yellow, Silver Metallic 5, Ice Gray Metallic, Deep Blue Metallic, and White Metallic.
The Toyota GR Supra is still one of the best options in the market if you want to experience a thrilling sports car driving experience. However, it doesn't get a manual transmission like the Nissan 370Z.
Toyota Supra Pros & Cons
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Toyota Supra Q&A
1. How much does a Toyota Supra 2024 cost in the Philippines?
The Supra 2024 price is 5,396,000 Php for the prominence red color and 5,496,000 Php for the avalanche white metallic color.
2. What are the dimensions of the Supra 2024?
The dimensions of Supra 2024 are 4,379 mm in length, 1,854 mm in width, and 1,294 mm in height.
The type of Toyota Supra is a Coupe with 2 seaters.
4. What is the top speed of a 2024 Toyota Supra?
The top speed of a 2024 Supra is 250 km/h.
5. Is the Supra automatic?
Yes, the Toyota Supra 2024 is transmitted by 8-speed automatic transmission.
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