However, power upgrades are not available.
Toyota has just revealed the entry level GR Yaris in Japan. A number of improvements have been made to the hot hatch by the company in collaboration with the Gazoo Racing division.
The visual enhancements start with the GR Yaris A massive front bumper diffuser reduces ground clearance by approximately 12 mm. The matching gloss black side skirts continue the aggressive look to the rear, where you’ll find a new diffuser and four integrated exhaust pipes.
You can also get additional visual upgrades such as carbon fiber number plate frames, body strips and tire valve caps. These interior upgrades can be complemented with a variety of interior touches such as special floor mats and luggage compartment mats.
The front strut tower bars are the only component that can improve the performance of the hot-hatch. They also give the engine compartment an aesthetic boost with their red edges. This visually communicates with the red engine cover. The Gazoo data record device attaches to GR Yaris USB hub. It provides performance data that can be accessed with a special computer program.
Although power upgrades are not possible, the vehicle has already 257 horsepower (192kilowatts in Europe) and 268 hp (220 kW) in Japan. The power reaches all four wheels, and the vehicle drives a three-door hatch that weighs in at 2,822 pounds (1280 kilograms) with a manual gearbox.
The GR Yaris can be purchased in Europe and Japan, and is not currently available in the United States.