Subaru powered Toyota FT-86 Concept
 

1. FT-86 Concept (world premiere)
The FT-86 ("86" pronounced "hachi roku"), a compact rear-wheel-drive sports car, provides driving joy and excitement.

* Compact design gives driver greater control, while body's lightness and low center of gravity allow racecar-like handling
* Both power and environmental performance provided by 2-liter boxer engine and light body
* Flash Red body color contains hint of blue; interior expresses modern feel with minimal coverage of the highly refined structural components evoking enthusiasm for cruising


Vehicle Length Width Height Wheelbase Seating
FT-86 Concept 4,160 mm 1,760 mm 1,260 mm 2,570 mm 4


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I don't think it looks so good. But I can see it selling well if it's cheap. I could never imagine myself caring about it enough to take time to wash it more than twice a year. Only the z get's me excited enough to take time to wash it.

hey for an estimatd 20K something and RWD... it aint bad considering its coming from toyota they have all but given up on this segment.. i give them and E for effort. this thing could be a great entry level sports car for someone. id rather see people riding around in these than eclipses and celicas

Yeah I agree toyota's effort to bring a sporty car back into their lineup is a good thing. I wonder how the final car will look like.

Seems interesting, odd for a small car they put two calipers for rear brakes maybe just a design thing since its a concept

check out the display of Fuji Speedway in the gauges

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Not bad, but the Z looks better imo. Although if they changed the rims out, kept the weight around 2500lbs and put the 265hp boxer engine in it, this could be a great car.

Sweet Radio/ DVD player

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That thing is SICK!!!! It's about time Toyota built some serious performance cars that are affordable. What's with the "zip up" interior?

Anyways, bye-bye Celica, hello RWD 21st century AE86!

The passion is back

Looks good, for a 20,000 price it will sell very well.
More power than an Si, RWD, 2+2, it could really take the market as a entry sporty vehicle if they can do all of these things and keep that price.

Agreed, that looks like a lot of car for around 20,000. it's a bit TOO futuristic in the interior; lot of form that kinda questions its own functionality. i mean, seriously, it looks like the dash just swallows DVDs for breakfast.

with that said, i'll be thrilled to see this go into production. subie's boxer engine in a lightweight FR chassis....and i'd throw the welcome back party for toyota.

now someone needs to mod the chassis to bring back trueno flip-up lights! :tup:

one is prob an ebrake caliper.

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that interior looks like something out of star trek the next generation do not like

The Associated Press reports it will cost about 3 million yen ($33,700). That seams a bit high though, I think they got something wrong, unless that would be a top of the line model with the 305hp Turbo boxer engine.

Not sure how I missed this thread. The mythical FT-HS becomes a reality.

I think it is absolutely beautiful. I would totally drive one.

FT-HS
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It looks like the GTR and the 370Z had a child and then sent it into the future with a very small piece of cheese.

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Concept is cool... How will the actual production models look etc..? That's the big question imo..

Bump from the deep!

Is anyone still following this? I am and come December if the production Model looks good, and the specs are up to par I hope to have this parked next to the Z.

Yes, I keep an eye on this car, though it is slowly turning into a lot of nothing really.

NEWS>> FT86 ENTRY PRICE RUMORED IN JAPAN - SUB ¥2 MILLION - Speedhunters

That is what im afraid of but im keeping my hopes up for now. This car has the potential to be huge. I still think I might get the Suby version though I just cant see myself in a Scion not downing them at all they just seem teeny bopper to me.

I wish they would reconsider putting it under the Toyota badge, but Scion is the new 'hip' brand so it will go that way.
For 20k it seems like a decent deal, compared to other companies offering FWD 4 bangers at that price, but throw in a turbo and add 2-3k and it will be a huge hit.

I know it is rumors....but I hear the following model year may have a turbo option. I do not want to wait though and will just add it to the car later. The Global market will be badged a Toyota, just not in the U.S.

True, and I assume a lot of people will rip off the Scion logo and put a big T.
I heard a rumor that there might also be a STi version made but no official word yet on what that would have under the hood or other options. Only thing they did say was it will stay RWD even if a STi version is made.

for around 20k it should be a fun car to drive. I hope its RWD.

I miss my celica :(

NEWS>>FT-86 TO RACE AT THE RING - Speedhunters

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Toyota FT-86 to Race in VLN Race @ Nurburgring this Weekend! First Photos! - Scion FR-S Forum | Subaru BRZ Forum | Toyota FT-86 Forum | ft86club

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/attac...3&d=1318536339

damn that looks just like the widebody subies from behind, and like the bubble celica from the side...

Scion FR-S / Toyota FT-86 Leaked in Modellista Catalogue

Looks like the production version stayed pretty close to the last concept version. I hope the specs turn out well.

Should I trade in my 370z for this car? haha j/k

not bad actually. :) i wouldnt trade my Z for it.

Yeah. I hope they stayed true to the original vision of a light modestly powered RWD sport coupe. The pictures look good. If it ever actually gets into production and the specs check out, then I'll likely get one for a DD.

I want that mouth on my Z. I wonder if UAM can make it?

Good link :tup:

A few updates:
First Drive Review of Toyota FT-86 / Scion FR-S Mule! [Car magazine] - Scion FR-S Forum | Subaru BRZ Forum | Toyota FT-86 Forum | ft86club

Key points
-200HP/170TQ
-About 2700lbs
-7 sec 0-60mph
-No turbo

Pricing seems to be unknown still some are saying 20k and others are saying 25k starting price.

A new brochure was revealed also: Breaking: standard Scion FR-S / Toyota FT-86 model and aero kits revealed - Scion FR-S Forum | Subaru BRZ Forum | Toyota FT-86 Forum | ft86club

Possible interior shot:
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Get a Miata and call it a day

If the interior ends up looking even close to that, I would have to pass.

the red one in the brochure needs a lip spoiler or a wing badly... it looks way too flat from the roofline back and the rear stops to abruptly compared to the pointed angular front