Is it heading to North America eventually?
The new Toyota Supra has arrived. It pays tribute to its nameplate with an inline-six in the front and a rear-wheel drive. The U.S. has a few trim levels, but Toyota also offers the reborn sports car with an turbocharged four-cylinder. Although it is not known if the four-pot will ever be available in North America, this information should help you make an informed decision.
It is a 2.0-liter engine with a twin-scroll turbo system. There are two versions. The high-output engine produces 255 horsepower (190 Kilowatts) as well as 295 poundfeet (3400 Newton-meters), while the base tune only generates 194 hp (145 kW) and 236lb-ft (332 Nm) of twist. Although the larger six is not as powerful, the four-cylinder Supra still packs a lot of power in its lighter package, which weighs in at 3,130 pounds (1.420 kilograms).
The Supra 3.0 and 3.0 premium will be available in the USA, but Japan will get the Supras that are more traditional, with RZ, SZ and R-R badging. The RZ has the large engine, while the SZ is equipped with the four-cylinder high-output mill. The base model, the SZ, has the 194 horsepower engine. All models have the same eight speed automatic transmission. Despite the weight differences with smaller engines, all Supra models boast a 50/50 weight distribution.
Is it likely that the four-cylinder Supra will make its way to the United States? We are trying to get some information from Toyota about this matter, as they have been quiet on it so far. The Toyota 86 fulfills this role in many ways, so a Supra with a lower output could be a pointless. We believe that the SZ would be welcomed by Toyota if there is demand from U.S buyers.