Labeled by the brand as a “sports car for the purists,” the 2019 Toyota 86 is a modern-day sports coupe that comes with a high-performance engine to deliver a thrilling driving experience. Designed for a modern-day vehicle appeal, the coupe boasts sharp lines and smooth curves to grab the attention of onlookers.
While the exterior of the coupe has been designed to be sporty and athletic, the interior has an airplane inspired design. The cabin has been laced with latest convenience features and aviator-style rocker switches to add to the modern-day appeal of the vehicle. The all-new Toyota 86 has been fitted with latest active safety features and driver-assistance technologies to deliver a stress-free driving experience.
Here is a review of the 2019 Toyota 86 available in the UAE with a closer look at its design, performance, safety features and a lot more.
Design of the 2019 Toyota 86
Sporty and aggressive, the 2019 Toyota 86 has a design that stands out for its athletic appeal. The exterior of the sports coupe looks agile and stylish while the interior has been designed to be elegant and comfortable for the occupants.
86 reasons to fall in love again #Toyota86 pic.twitter.com/JgqBgq2lNw
— Toyota Motor Corp. (@ToyotaMotorCorp) January 16, 2019
Exterior
Inspired by Toyota’s racing heritage, the 2019 Toyota 86 looks exceptionally stylish and sporty even when standing still. The chiseled lines, smooth curves and sharp edges accentuate the athletic appeal of the vehicle and make it a sight to behold.
The front fascia of the coupe looks exceptionally aggressive with its wide grille that helps with the engine cooling function. The hood curves down towards the grille to improve the aerodynamics of the vehicle and enhance the airflow around it.
Flanking the grille on both sides are LED headlights that will illuminate the road and surroundings for the driver, while the fog lamps will offer improved visibility especially when driving in low visibility conditions. The sporty stance of the coupe has been accentuated with muscular fenders, wide stance and 17-inch alloy wheels.
The rear of the vehicle has been fitted with a spoiler to add to its aerodynamics whereas the LED Rear Combination Lamp and Dual Exhausts emphasize the sporty appeal of the 2019 Toyota 86. The exterior of the 2019 Toyota 86 is available in 6 colors that are Dark Gray Metallic, Ice Silver Metallic, Crystal White Pearl, Lapis Blue Pearl, Pure Red and Solid Gray.
Back to black this #Friday #Toyota86 pic.twitter.com/PvtCnyQl9f
— Toyota Motor Corp. (@ToyotaMotorCorp) November 23, 2018
Also read: 2017 Toyota 86 – Updated for Better Performance and Control
Interior
The 2019 Toyota 86 has a spacious interior that offers plenty of legroom and headroom to all 4 occupants. Sporty and stylish, the cabin has been designed by taking queues from airplanes and features a clean control panel and aviator-style rocker switches.
The front of the cabin has been fitted with power adjustable sport seats that have been leather upholstered to enhance the comfort of the occupants. The rear of the cabin features 60/40 split folding seats that can be folded down to increase the cargo capacity as per preference.
In front of the driver is a leather-wrapped steering wheel and a Multi Information 4.2-inch TFT driver display that will relay vital information to the driver in real-time. As for the in-cabin technologies, the 2019 Toyota 86 has been fitted with Dual Zone Climate Control System, 7-inch Infotainment System, 6-speaker Audio System, Navigation System, Bluetooth, iPod Interface and a lot more.
Performance of the 2019 Toyota 86
The 2019 Toyota 86 is a rear-wheel-drive sports coupe that has been fitted with an efficient engine and comes with an option between 6-speed manual transmission and 6-speed automatic transmission. The 2019 Toyota 86 is powered by a 2.0-litre Inline 4-Cylinder engine that is capable of producing 200 horsepower and 205Nm of torque. With this engine, the sports coupe has a fuel efficiency of 14.1 Km/L.
When this engine has been paired with a 6-speed manual transmission, the coupe has a top speed of 210 Km/h and can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in 8.6 seconds. When paired with 6-speed automatic transmission, the 2019 Toyota 86 can accelerate from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 7.6 seconds and has a top speed of 226 Km/h.
That #Toyota86 style! pic.twitter.com/cB1IXbbMpR
— Toyota (@ToyotaSoCal) December 4, 2018
Also read: 2019 Toyota Camry – Midsize Sedan with an Efficient V6 Engine
Safety Features
The 2019 Toyota 86 comes with latest active safety features for a safe commuting experience, regardless of the driving conditions. The 2019 Toyota 86 is a modern-day sports coupe that offers advanced driver-assistance technologies as standard to boost the confidence of the driver.
Some of the standout standard safety features of the 2019 Toyota 86 are:
- Advanced 6 Air Bags System
- Anti-lock Braking System
- Brake Assist
- Electronic Brakeforce Distribution System
- Vehicle Stability Control System
- Limited Slip Differential System
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
- Cruise Control System
- Hill Start Assist System
- Rear View Camera
- Rear Parking Sensors
- Traction Control System
Price of the 2019 Toyota 86 in the UAE
The 2019 Toyota 86 is a sports coupe that is already available in the UAE in two trim levels (GTX and VTX) and multiple customization options. The starting price of the 2019 Toyota 86 is AED 116,500 that can go higher with the optional features, technologies and trim level selected.
Who needs a boost today? #Toyota86 pic.twitter.com/niCvbLuJ3z
— Toyota Motor Corp. (@ToyotaMotorCorp) April 23, 2018
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