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Toyota GR 86

After selling 200,000 units, Toyota decided to launch a new generation GT 86. To respond to the new Subaru BRZ, introduced five months ago, Toyota decided to refresh the GT 86 with a new model, the GR 86.

The new GR 86 has a 2.4-liter gasoline engine with 232 hp (7,000 rpm) and 184 lb-ft of torque (3,700 rpm). Thanks to an increase in engine displacement of 400 cc, the GR has gained an additional 35 hp that allows it to accelerate from 0 – 62 mph in 6.3 seconds. It is 1.1 seconds faster than its predecessor. The engine is paired with a six-speed manual transmission, and a six-speed automatic transmission is also available.

For better stability and handling, the front suspension (MacPherson strut) and rear suspension (double-wishbone setup) have been strengthened. The roof and bumpers are made of aluminum, and 18-inch wheels with 215/40 tires have been installed.

The interior of the GR 86 is retained from its predecessor, and includes a 7-inch digital driver’s display, an 8-inch infotainment system and is very similar to the Subaru BRZ interior. The only difference is in the seat upholstery and GR badging on the steering wheel.

Source: Toyota

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Porsche 911 GT3 RS

Auction house Bonhams has announced the sale of the Porsche 911 GT3 RS. The owner of this model is one of the largest Porsche collectors in the world, Jerry Seinfeld.

The 911 GT3 RS is painted in Liquid Chrome Blue Metallic and is equipped with an axle lift system, LED lighting, ceramic brakes, a larger fuel tank and a Porsche Sport Chrono Package. Also, the rear wing was removed, so that the Porsche would have the classic look of a 911. The total cost of customizing Porsche was more than $ 250,000, bringing the value of the car to $ 450,000.

It is a unique GT3 RS, produced in 2016, and one of the most powerful 911 models. The GT3 RS is powered by a 4.0-liter six-cylinder engine with 520 hp. The engine is paired with a 7-speed PDK dual-clutch automatic transmission. At just 1,500 miles, it really is a unique car. The car was serviced in 2019 and will be ready for a new owner.

The catalog value of the car is $ 290,000 – $ 330,000.

Source: Bonhams

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BMW iX M60

At the beginning of 2023, a new BMW electric vehicle called the iX M60 will hit the market. The car will have a more aggressive look and a lot of improvements, but also a 560 hp engine.

Meanwhile, later this year BMW will introduce the EV models, xDrive40 and xDrive50. The BMW iX models have a larger panoramic roof, 4D surround sound system, thirty speakers (eight in the headrests).

The xDrive40 will use a 70 kW battery sufficient for a range of 249 miles (400 km) and will produce 300 hp (240 kW) and will reach 60 mph in about 6 seconds. The starting price of this model is $ 90,900.

The xDrive50 model will run two 70 kW electric motors that will produce 500 hp. The engines will be powered by a 100 kWh battery. It will accelerate from 0 – 60 mph in less than 5 seconds and will have a range of 373 miles (600 km). Both models will use a fast charging mode, thanks to 200 kW DC chargers that take only 40 minutes for 80 percent of the battery.

Source: BMW Blog

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