It’s time to plug in that console, go online, and get ready to race as Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) brings the GR Supra GT Cup Asia. This online racing event gives Filipino virtual racers a chance to represent the Philippines and compete with other top gamers in Asia.
The GR Supra GT Cup Asia, a virtual racing tournament, is organized by Toyota Gazoo Racing. It aims to find the best virtual racers, and pit them against each other to see which one is the fastest.
The said racing tournament is brought here by TMP since it has canceled its plans for the 2020 Vios Racing Festival (VRF) due to health and safety risks from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Calling all Filipino virtual racers
Participants will be virtually racing onboard Toyota’s flagship sports car, the GR Supra. In case you’re wondering, the 2021 GR Supra is powered by a 3.0-liter inline-six-cylinder engine that delivers 382 hp and 498 Nm of torque.
Filipino virtual racers aged 18 and above, will get the chance to race against other participants with a chance to represent the country against competitors from Asia Pacific countries in the GR Supra GT Cup Asia Regional Round. Racers will be competing against each other through PlayStation’s Gran Turismo Sport game. The Philippine leg will have two racing class or categories for the public, which are the following:
- Promotional Class - for novice drivers with no professional e-sports background
- Sporting Class - for intermediate and professional e-racers
TMP says the qualifying rounds will start this July and will conclude with the grand finals in August, which is in time for the regional competition towards the latter part of the year. To join, interested players may check out the complete mechanics and register online via toyota.com.ph/gtcup.
Do you have what it takes to be the fastest?
However, TMP hasn’t specified an exact date as to when the qualifying rounds will be. Based on the event’s website, the registration period for both classes (Promotional and Sporting) will start on July 6, 2020. The “League,” on the other hand, is scheduled on July 18, 2020.
The general requirements for you to join the event are the following:
- You must have a PlayStation 4
- Active PSN Account
- PS PLUS Subscription
- Must have Gran Turismo Sport (GT Sport) game
- Any compatible gaming controller
- High-speed internet
- Active Facebook account
- Valid Passport
Another class for Media & Celebrity partners will be created based on a different selection process by TMP. A separate registration will be conducted and details will be announced soon.
TMP will also open the Junior Class, where racers below 18 years old can join. Winners, however, cannot qualify for the regional round in compliance with the international tournament rules.
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Toyota GR Supra GT Cup aims to find the best virtual racers
In addition, TMP announced its support to several frontliners who have been working tirelessly to keep road safety in check. TMP Executive Vice President Kei Mizuguchi is encouraging virtual racers and livestream viewers to donate any amount, which will be used to provide food packs for military, police, and medical frontliners.
“We are encouraging our racers and livestream viewers to donate any amount to be used for to provide food packs for military, police, and medical frontliners deployed to man our highways and checkpoints. TMP will match the donation from racers and viewers to reach out to more front liners! It’s our simple way of helping and thanking them for keeping us safe on the road during these challenging times.”
The Toyota GR Supra GT Cup is not the first e-sports racing competition that was held in the Philippines. Last 2015, Nissan Philippines brought the Nissan GT Academy here in the country.
It is part of Nissan’s virtual motorsport program that started in 2008, and it has the same goal of finding the best virtual racers through Gran Turismo. What makes the GT Academy unique is that it lets Gran Turismo gamers have a chance of becoming a real-life professional race car driver.
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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.
If you want to learn more about this sporty car, don't forget to read in-depth Toyota Supra review on Philkotse.com.
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.
₱ 4,990,000 - ₱ 5,050,000
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