Get ready to experiance the evolution of a legend: the new GR Yaris is now available for presale in Argentina! This article dives deep into the enhancements of the latest GR Yaris, showcasing its increased power, performance upgrades, and design refinements. Learn how Toyota Gazoo Racing has incorporated feedback to create a superior driving experience wiht this iconic GR Yaris model.
Toyota Gazoo Racing Begins Presale of the New GR Yaris: Evolution of a Competition Legacy
Buenos Aires, April 10, 2025 – Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) has announced the presale of the highly anticipated new GR Yaris in Argentina.This latest iteration builds upon the original’s success, incorporating feedback from racing professionals and global customers to deliver a superior driving experience.
GR Yaris: A Cult Classic Evolved
The GR Yaris has been a significant model for Toyota in Argentina since its debut in 2021. It solidified Gazoo Racing’s reputation as a manufacturer of high-performance sports cars, bringing a taste of local competition machinery to enthusiasts. The new GR Yaris aims to elevate this experience further with enhanced power and performance.
Toyota Gazoo Racing states that all knowledge acquired during motor racing participation and customer suggestions worldwide have been integrated into the evolution process, resulting in a superior management experience.
Power and Performance upgrades
The iconic hot hatch now boasts a more powerful 300-hp engine. For the first time,it incorporates an 8-speed GR-DAT automatic transmission,while the 6-speed manual transmission remains available for purists.
- Engine: Turbocharged 1.6 Dual VVTI three-cylinder, now developing 300 hp and 400 Nm of torque.
- Transmission: Available with either a 6-speed manual or a new 8-speed GR-DAT (Gazoo Racing Direct Automatic Transmission).
- Performance Enhancements: Redefined traction modes and expanded cooling systems for various components.
Testing and Progress: “Thank You for Breaking It”
Over the past three years, the GR Yaris has undergone rigorous testing in extreme conditions. Toyota sought feedback from professional drivers, evaluators, and customers worldwide, including those in Argentina. Akio Toyoda, Chairman of Toyota Motor Corporation and Master Driver, expressed his gratitude to those pushing the vehicle to its limits, stating, Thank you for breaking it.
TGR has incorporated this feedback into changes in motorization, interior, exterior, and various other aspects to improve the behavior of this automotive icon.
Thank you for breaking it
Akio Toyoda, Chairman of Toyota Motor Corporation and Master Driver
Interior and Design Enhancements
The new GR Yaris features a redesigned “Cockpit” interior, oriented towards the driver. A new 100% digital board allows for customization of visible data, enhancing the driving experience.
Circuit Pack: maximizing Sports Driving
The new GR Yaris is offered in Argentina in its highest performance version with the Circuit Pack. This high-performance package is designed to maximize the sports driving experience.
Pricing and availability
The new GR Yaris is now available for presale in Argentina at the following prices:
- GR Yaris Manual Transmission: USD 70,000
- GR yaris Automatic Transmission: USD 71,800
The first units are already available in the GR Garage, the official spaces of Toyota Gazoo Racing.