Sedan Petrol Manual RWD 4-seat

Toyota GR86

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Second generation GR86 with improved 2.4L engine Current version 2022 Body style Sedan
GR86 is a South African Sedan with a sedan body and petrol power.
ZAR 749,900
On-road in
ZAR 773,448
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 749,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 4,800
Licensing allowance
ZAR 2,000
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 1,300
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 4,200
Insurance
ZAR 11,249
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 749,900
Finance estimate from ZAR 13,196/month Based on 2.4 Manual Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:2387cc (2.4L) Torque:250Nm (184 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:130mm (5.1″) Power:173kW (232 bhp) Boot237L (8.4 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 10.9 km/l (26 mpg)
City 8 km/l (19 mpg)
Highway 12 km/l (28 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Toyota GR86 in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 13,196
Total Interest
ZAR 191,734
Total Payable
ZAR 791,734
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment, using the 2.4 Manual. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Toyota GR86

GR86 is a South African Sedan with a sedan body and petrol power.

Second generation GR86 with improved 2.4L engine. A proper look at the GR86 begins with the local specification, then moves to the owner’s week. Here, a sedan body sits beside Petrol power, while a South African price reference of R749,900 sets a practical boundary. The GR86 has a clearer South African buying case when its sedan shape is connected to the work it must do. For this South African sedan, the owner should weigh colour availability of White,Red,Black,Grey,Blue against the route, load and cost of the vehicle. The GR86 is not best understood by one headline number. Its appeal comes from the interaction between a South African price reference of R749,900, engine of 2.4-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol and a power output of 173 kW @ 7000 rpm. For a buyer searching the GR86 price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. A power output of 173 kW @ 7000 rpm describes the opportunity; a 6-Speed Manual transmission and a 6-Speed Manual transmission describe the conditions around it. The useful starting points are a 6-Speed Manual transmission and a rear-wheel drive drivetrain; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size. Here, Petrol power sits beside a South African price reference of R749,900, while engine of 2.4-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol sets a practical boundary. Here, a power output of 173 kW @ 7000 rpm sits beside a 6-Speed Manual transmission, while a 6-Speed Manual transmission sets a practical boundary for GR86. That combination is more useful than treating every derivative as interchangeable for GR86. The buyer should compare the actual vehicle offered in South Africa, including its price, equipment and support terms for GR86. Its appeal comes from the interaction between a sedan body, Petrol power and a South African price reference of R749,900 for GR86. Those details decide whether it is an easy fit for daily transport, or whether a nearby model with a different package would make more sense once the ownership budget is written down for GR86. Engine of 2.4-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol describes the opportunity; a power output of 173 kW @ 7000 rpm and a 6-Speed Manual transmission describe the conditions around it for GR86. A realistic load, route and monthly-distance check will reveal whether the package earns its place on the shortlist for GR86

Toyota GR86 — Quick Facts

Toyota GR86 Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
2.4 Manual Top Petrol Efficiency10.9 km/l Manual ZAR 749,900
2.4 Automatic Top Petrol Efficiency10.9 km/l 6-Speed Automatic ZAR 799,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
2.4 Manual Top Petrol Efficiency10.9 km/l Manual ZAR 749,900
2.4 Automatic Top Petrol Efficiency10.9 km/l 6-Speed Automatic ZAR 799,900
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Toyota GR86 Specifications

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Where the Toyota GR86 Fits Best

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Who buys this

The Toyota GR86 is a current South African Sedan positioned for drivers who prefer a booted car with composed road manners and clear ownership costs. GR86 makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with Petrol power

City
In South African use, the GR86 has to deal with short urban trips, hot-weather highway running, rougher suburban surfaces and the cost discipline that comes with finance, insurance and tyres. Drive the GR86 through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. Engine of 2.4-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol matters when the cabin or load is full, and a power output of 173 kW @ 7000 rpm can change the cost of repeated short trips
Highway
Run GR86 at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between a South African price reference of R749,900, engine of 2.4-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol and a power output of 173 kW @ 7000 rpm is more informative than maximum speed
Off-Road
For GR86, the sensible check is the exact rwd arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath. If the GR86 will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. A slow run over corrugations, a sharp entrance and a loaded crest will show whether the suspension, tyres and underside suit the duty for GR86. Check a South African price reference of R799,900 against the stated drivetrain for GR86. Maintained gravel can be a reasonable use case for many road vehicles; deep sand, mud and water demand confirmed equipment and a recovery plan for GR86

Toyota GR86 — Should You Buy It?

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GR86 deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

Ownership and cabin detail is not just a brochure exercise: infotainment screen references around 8-inch Touchscreen; airbag coverage around 7; warranty cover listed as 3 years / 100 000 km; service or maintenance cover listed as Optional, and trim-by-trim equipment still matters when comparing monthly cost. The buying case for GR86 is specific. A sedan body gives it a reason to be considered, while Petrol power and a South African price reference of R749,900 set the boundaries. GR86 is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in a power output of 173 kW @ 7000 rpm and accept the limitation represented by a rear-wheel drive drivetrain. The local price should be judged against the equipment that is actually included, not an adjacent trim for GR86. That is the difference between a sound purchase and an expensive specification mismatch for GR86

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: Sedan
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓South African price: R749,900
  • ✓Engine: 2.4-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 173 kW @ 7000 rpm
  • ✓Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
  • ✓Gearbox: 6-Speed Manual
  • ✓Drivetrain: RWD
  • ✓Drive layout: RWD
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for GR86 can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for GR86 depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written GR86 quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate GR86 budget.
  • ✕A short GR86 test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕GR86 capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent GR86 grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published GR86 figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm GR86 stock and support terms.

Toyota GR86 FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the Toyota GR86 run from R749,900 to R799,900, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current south african range comprises 2.4 Manual, 2.4 Automatic. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Toyota GR86 is 130 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Toyota GR86 is 2387 cc, with output shown as 173 kW (232 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Toyota GR86 is around 10.9 km/l.

The Toyota GR86 is a current South African Sedan positioned for drivers who prefer a booted car with composed road manners and clear ownership costs. GR86 makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with Petrol power

In South African use, the GR86 has to deal with short urban trips, hot-weather highway running, rougher suburban surfaces and the cost discipline that comes with finance, insurance and tyres. Drive the GR86 through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic.

Run GR86 at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between a South African price reference of R749,900, engine of 2.4-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol and a power output of 173 kW @ 7000 rpm is more...

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