The new Toyota Supra 2019 is selling like hotcakes in Japan

Updated Apr 12, 2021 | Same topic: Highlights of the Week

The orders for the all-new Toyota Supra 2019 sports coupe are fully booked in Japan.

Car enthusiasts specifically Toyota guys all around the world have waited for a very long time for the return of the legendary Toyota Supra. Three months ago, the new Supra made with some help from BMW, has been released much to the excitement of everyone.

Consequently, the Toyota Supra 2019, at least in the land of the rising sun has enjoyed such a massive success that supply can barely keep up with the gigantic demand. So one might be right to say that 2019 has been up to the current time, a great year for the Japanese car company.

For the Toyota Supra RZ, the top spec variant; Toyota has revealed that orders for the said vehicle has already been fully booked and the allocation for the said sports coupe for the Japanese market at least, has already been sold out.

Since Toyota opened the floodgates for orders on March, many sources indicate that it took only a mere week for orders to be filled to the brim. In connection to this, people who are interested in the Supra in other locations may indeed have to wait a bit as there is a large potential that the global market will reflect what has been the case for the Japanese market. 

Toyota Supra 2019 dashboard area

The new Toyota Supra's very driver-oriented interior. Comfortable yet high performance

According to the latest car news, the Toyota Supra 2019 comes in three variants and of now, we still have no idea which will be made available in the Philippines or when the car itself will reach our shores.

The top of the line among those three variants is the Supra RZ is equipped with the BMW B58B30 Inline-six which has about 3 liters in displacement and is tuned to crank out 335 horsepower and 365 lb. ft. of torque.

The second variant which is the SZ-R and the entry-level variant called the SZ unlike the more powerful RZ are powered instead by a 2-liter inline-4 engine and thus are tuned to make 255 hp and 194 hp respectively. The inline-4 for these two variants as you may have guesses also came from BMW. 

Despite the 2019 Supra’s growing popularity, it would be prudent to note that some Toyota Supra purists might not appreciate the new Toyota Supra’s not so pure characteristics like as previously mentioned; its engine.

This is compounded by the fact that that the fifth generation Supra which the RZ, SZ-R, and SZ belong to even uses BMW naming conventions for its engines and model codes. This may come out as nitpicky to some but it is somewhat understandable due to the mythical legacy of the original Supra.

Toyota Supra 2019 on the road

The legend returns and it's coming in hot

With such a massive demand for the new, fifth-gen Toyota Supra, we can only speculate as to when and how the sports coupe will come to the Philippines. As of now, the local Toyota isn’t even talking about the said car in any way.

No hints, no teasers nothing. But that might be a good thing as like anyone else, we here at Philkotse.com very much like surprises. What we do know as of the writing of this article, the Supra RZ is priced at about 7 million Yen. That puts in at about 3 million PHP which puts it within just slightly above the price range of the 2019 Honda Civic Type R and the Ford Mustang.

Know more about Toyota Supra 2024

Toyota Supra

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.

Toyota Supra Philippines side view

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.

Toyota Supra Philippines interior

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.

Toyota Supra Philippines front view

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.

If you want to learn more about this sporty car, don't forget to read in-depth Toyota Supra review on Philkotse.com.

Toyota Supra Philippines on the road

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

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.

3. What type of car is the Toyota Supra?

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.

 

₱ 4,990,000 - ₱ 5,050,000

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Cesar G.B. Miguel

Cesar G.B. Miguel

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Cesar Guiderone B. Miguel was born and raised in Iligan City, Lanao Del Norte. He graduated in 2010 with a Bachelor of Arts in English degree from Mindanao State University - Iligan Institute of Technology. He previously worked as a freelance writer for various websites, as a member of the Iligan City Disaster Risk Reduction Management's training staff, and as a medical sales representative.

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