2021 Toyota Supra’s power bump comes with a hefty price increase

Toyota Supra gets a price increase of up to USD 1,000.

Early this year, Toyota introduced the 2021 Toyota GR Supra that comes with more power under the hood. The Japanese automaker tweaked the Supra’s 3.0-liter engine to deliver more horsepower and increased torque.

The 2021 GR Supra’s 3.0-liter inline-six-cylinder engine now churns out 382 hp and 498 Nm of torque. To put things in perspective, the previous power output of the Supra is rated at 335 hp and 494 Nm of torque.

That’s a significant 47 hp increase and a slight improvement on the torque of Toyota Supra.

2021 Toyota GR Supra

The 2021 Toyota GR Supra is loaded with 335 hp under the hood

The increase in power ratings will translate to an even quicker acceleration. As such, the 2021 GR Supra can go from 0 to 97 km/h in 3.9 seconds, which was previously 4.1 seconds. The engine of this Japanese sports car is connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters.

Of note, Toyota is also offering the Toyota Supra 2021 that’s powered by a 2.0-liter engine that generates 255 hp and 400 Nm of pull. It features the same eight-speed automatic transmission found in the 3.0-liter Supra.

2021 Toyota GR Supra

The 2021 Toyota GR Supra can go from 0 to 97 km/h in 3.9 seconds

However, the 2021 Supra’s power bump on its 3.0-liter engine comes with a significant price increase of up to USD 1,000 (around Php 51,150). The GR Supra A91 Edition gets a price increase of USD 740 (Php 37,110), while the GR Supra 3.0 Premium has an additional USD 500 (Php 25,075). Lastly, the GR Supra 3.0’s price is adjusted by USD 1,000 (Php 51,150).

With that in mind, the new prices for the 3.0-liter Supras are the following:

Variant	Price
GR Supra A91 Edition	USD 55,990 (about Php 2.8 million)
GR Supra Premium	USD 54,490 (Php 2.7 million)
GR Supra 3.0	USD 50,990 (Php 2.6 million)

On the other hand, the 2.0-liter Supra is priced at USD 42,990 (Php 2.2 million). Do note that the prices shown here are not the same as the Philippine market’s pricing. This is just meant to give you an idea of how the Supra is priced in other markets. Speaking of which, Toyota Motor Philippines is offering a zero-interest promo and 12-month payment plans for the Supra. The said promo is valid until June 30, 2020 only.

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Know more about Toyota Supra 2024

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

Pros	Cons
Impressive powertrain performance Offered in various color options Unmistakable design	No manual transmission The use of BMW technologies might throw some off Visibility can be improved