GR Yaris (Gen 2) GR Yaris Mk2 (MY2024->)
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I reckon the 2.0 is destined for Celica or MR2, if they ever appear. I'm hoping MR2 as I'd love a sensible mid-engine car but I'm not holding my breath. And I think it'll be a Celica most likely.
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Actually I saw a better defined image, and it looked like a chrome big "R", not the usual badge. But it's just a tough guessing, I know...
Meh. It's just the RR steering wheel, revised EPS tuning, better tires on certain trims, and a few option fixes.
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GR Launches Motorsports-honed Type 26 GR Yaris | PRESS RELEASE | GAZOO Racing
GAZOO Racing (GR) unveiled today a partially upgraded GR Yaris and announced that Toyota vehicle dealers across Japan are now accepting orders, with sales to commence on April 6.
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A worthy set of updates I would say. Some complimentary tweaks to things like suspension tuning are also mentioned.
I like the naming convention, Type 20, Type 26 etc.
Pity they didn’t use that when they released what I suppose we must now call the Type 24!
I like the naming convention, Type 20, Type 26 etc.
Pity they didn’t use that when they released what I suppose we must now call the Type 24!
TheManWithTheStick
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The new tire is the most interesting thing imo, the choice of a track oriented tire is really interesting and I'll definitely consider them when replacing the stock PS4S, but they're also quite more expensive, at around 200€/pc at the moment compared to 130€ for the Michelins.
I could see myself replacing the steering wheel if the new part is readily available with red stitches, with my big hands I constantly press the menu buttons whenever my driving becomes a bit spirited.
EDIT : Just looked at the high res press photos and the new steering wheel is shown with red stitches
I could see myself replacing the steering wheel if the new part is readily available with red stitches, with my big hands I constantly press the menu buttons whenever my driving becomes a bit spirited.
EDIT : Just looked at the high res press photos and the new steering wheel is shown with red stitches
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It looks just like a new versión of the last new versión
anyways I like that steering wheelAll those traders that bought an Aero just to flip might as well just sell it at cost now as it’s already been superseded by this Type 26 
So new heated wheel, tweaked steering and suspension, and new rubber. Nice little upgrade though and got to applaud Toyota for constantly honing the GR even if it does suck a bit for those that just bought one. But hey it’s no different to what Nissan done with the GT-R every year or what Porsche do with the 911.
So new heated wheel, tweaked steering and suspension, and new rubber. Nice little upgrade though and got to applaud Toyota for constantly honing the GR even if it does suck a bit for those that just bought one. But hey it’s no different to what Nissan done with the GT-R every year or what Porsche do with the 911.Replacing that steering wheel won't be cheap though I guess, I looked at what the current one would cost, considering everything would have to be replaced, including the switch assembly and the airbag, and the new one might even be more expensive, so yeah, I'll have to think about it 
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Yes, the only surprise was they basically left it untouched for four years initially, individual part refinements notwithstanding.All those traders that bought an Aero just to flip might as well just sell it at cost now as it’s already been superseded by this Type 26
Norbi
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In theory, the steering wheel is the same for left- and right-hand drive... however, they're frequently changing the power steering setup, and I'm starting to have doubts about what they're really doing...Everybody calm down.
Can’t change the steering wheel anyway, because it’s RHD. Duh!
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Came here to say this. This is my biggest takeaway from the announcement. Much much better naming then calling it prefacelift, post facelift. Mk1 and mk2 never made sense to me since they are the same generation. From now on I will be calling them exactly like you mentioned. Type 20 , Type 24 and Type 26.
Second takeaway is I really lusted after that steering wheel when I saw it on the RR. I assume the quality is higher than the plastic one we got. I hope it will be available and somewhat affordable for LHD cars.
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