Rejoice! The Toyota Supra 2019 is about to be released in the Philippines!

Updated Sep 15, 2020 | Same topic: Latest Consumer Reports

The long awaited all-new Toyota Supra is about to be released on July 9!

After being teased at the recent Vios Racing event, the all-new Toyota Supra (on the list top 11 upcoming cars 2020 in the Philippines), as announced by Toyota Motor Philippines will be coming to a local dealership near you,

Coming hot on the heels of its BMW Z4 sport convertible cousin which it shares a lot in common with, the new Toyota Supra finally ends the waiting of the world and now, Filipinos for the legendary Toyota performance nameplate.

Set to launch on a Tuesday on the ninth of July, the event will be open for everyone and you can also purchase the Supra for yourself on the said even if you want to.

That’s right folks, it won’t be another closed door shindig but instead, Toyota Philippines has indeed announced that they will be now selling the performance coupe.

A picture of a white colored Toyota Supra 2019

You can purchase the all-new Toyota Supra on July 9. Can't wait!

As of yet, TMP has not released details on which one of the numbers of Toyota Supra variants is available here in the Philippines nor did they mention anything about the new Supra’s price.

Currently, in the good ol’ United States, the Supra is available in its 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six variant.

The said engine can make up to 335 horsepower and 495 Nm of torque which is quite impressing considering the new Toyota Supra’s relatively light curb weight of 1,410 -1,520 kg.

The Toyota Supra | Top Gear

With the recent launch of the BMW Z4 in the Philippines, the Supra’s related, Bavarian made convertible cousin comes at around Php 5,790,000 for variant similar to the one currently available to the US.

Sadly though, no manual version of the all-new Toyota Supra available. A small glimmer of hope however still exists for that as the Chief Engineer for the Supra project, Tetsuya Tada has said that’s the window is still open for that option in the future.

As of now though, Tada further stated that a manual version of the Toyota Supra might cannibalize the market for the Toyota 86.

All-new Toyota Supra: How it compares to the classic Mark IV

Now, most of you are already familiar with what the previous generation Mark IV Supra has done for the global car community in general. It has helped to catch the attention of countless current and future car enthusiasts with its incredible handling and of course, it’s now mythical 2JZ engine.

A picture of a majestic Toyota Supra Mark IV in white

The Mark IV Toyota Supra is now legendary among car guys so we just hope that the new Supra will live up to the name

While the new Supra that Toyota has come up with still has a straight-six, it isn’t a 2JZ nor is it even made by Toyota themselves. Instead, the new iteration of the now legendary performance coupe is a BMW B58B30 inline-6 engine which it shares with the new BMW Z4 M40i.

Strangely enough, the said engine is most commonly uses with the current versions of the X3 and the X4 M40i trims.

This is one point of great contention among those who have waited for a very long time for the new Toyota Supra 2019 mainly because they argue that it’s the old, Mark IV Supra’s 2JZ Inline-six is what made it so desired in the first place.

For one thing, the 2JZ has been known to take all kinds of a punishment without breaking a sweat or rather, a gasket.

A picture of a grey Toyota Supra 2019

Will the new Toyota Supra live up to the legendary Mark IV Supra? We'll just have to wait and see

Quad Turbo, and over 1 thousand horsepower…the old 2JZ engine can do that. Supercharged and turbocharged AND with nitrous? Yeah, the 2JZ can do that.

So at this time, we will just have to wait further as to how the BMW made engine will stack up to the durability and performance capabilities of the previous Mark IV Supra 2JZ powerplant.

It’s also interesting to note that several motorsport drivers have already swapped a good ol’ 2JZ engine into their new, sixth generation Toyota Supra body and chassis.

For more automotive news, car reviews, and the most updated car pricelists, please keep reading here on Philkotse.com.

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 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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