The GR Supra again gets a major upgrade in terms of handling to increase driving performance and excitement for the owner.
"Since it first appeared in Indonesia in 2019, the Toyota GR Supra has immediately attracted sportscar and motorsport enthusiasts with the iconic retro sportscar appearance, as well as extraordinary performance and a driving experience that is very entertaining for anyone behind the wheel," said the Vice President Director of PT Toyota-Astra Motors, Henry Tanoto.
"The new GR Supra is a manifestation of Toyota's commitment to carrying out the spirit of continuous improvement and presenting ever-better cars so that they can get development space to produce maximum excitement for GR fans in Indonesia," he continued.
TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) takes advantage of customer feedback in developing special race cars that have become GT4 racing champions in Japan, the United States and Europe, with more than 100 podiums.
TGR provides full support to teams with drivers who are customers so as to gain valuable insights that are only possible to achieve through the pressure of competition on the racing circuit to be realized in the road version.
In line with the vision of continuous improvement and capitalizing on DNA Motorsport TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) which has a wealth of experience on global race tracks, TGR engineers strive to always look for room for improvement based on input from customers who rely on the GR Supra in touring car competitions on various world circuits.
Improved Ride and Handling New GR Supra
TGR fine tuned the AVS regarding the damping character of the shock absorber to improve roll balance and ride comfort.
Modifications were also made to the stabilizer bushings to improve the initial steering response which is very crucial for a sports car.
In further development, there are improvements to the chassis control system which includes AVS, Electric Power Steering (EPS), and Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) to improve feeling and steering control when pushing to the limit.
The legendary retro sportscar's distinctive appearance looks timeless and practically does not require much change because it is kept up-to-date.
The refresh is visible on the new 19-Inch Forged Aluminum Wheel which shares the design with the GR Yaris and GR86. Less is more, this sophisticated wheel is 1.2 kg lighter per piece than the old model.
The next touch is the addition of body color options, namely Matte Mineral White, Portimao Blue and Sparkling Cupper Gray. The cockpit design of the New GR Supra is driver oriented.
However, customers still feel comfortable because there is an electrical seat adjustment so that they get the right combination of sitting position between racing and touring needs.
Still with a thick racing feel, the modern instrument panel behind the wheel with an 8.8 inch screen looks very simple and easy to understand.
The steering wheel of the New GR Supra is made fresher with a touch of silver ornaments. The audio system was upgraded by adding speakers from 10 units to 12 units made by JBL.
The New GR Supra adopts a powerful 3,000 cc 6-cylinder inline engine which is capable of producing 350 PS of power at 5,000-6,500 rpm and 500 Nm of torque at 1,600-4,500 rpm.
Twin-scroll Turbocharger ensures that the engine is able to distribute the best power in each engine speed range to the 8-speed Sport Automatic transmission with a tight gear ratio so that it can distribute power agilely and deftly when driven, but still flexible when cruising on the highway or being hit by a stop and go in the city.
The New GR Supra is also supported by advanced features based on telematics technology, namely T Intouch, which provides a digital connectivity experience in everyday life.
This feature connects sportscar users to all Toyota services, to get integrated solutions and benefits. There are 2 service categories, the first is Safety & Convenience which consists of Find My Car, Stolen Vehicle Tracking, Geofencing, and Vehicle Info.
The second service is Peace of Mind which consists of E-Care (Maintenance), Inquiry & Support Center, Trip Driving Update, and Road Assistance.
"The New GR Supra is a sports car that is very capable and excellent in various aspects, especially performance," said Marketing Director of PT Toyota-Astra Motor, Anton Jimmi Suwandy.
"In line with the vision of presenting the ever better sportscar, Toyota has made improvements to ride and handling based on input from customers who rely on it and achieved the best performance on a racing track that knows no compromises," he continued.
"In addition, the New GR Supra is still able to meet the needs of mobility on the highway which requires a relaxed and comfortable vehicle," concluded Anton.
