The Toyota MR2, Celica, and Supra are being termed as the “three brothers” by the chairman Akio Toyoda and the cars will get a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine and the Lexus LFA successor to use an electrified and turbocharged V8 engine.
New Toyota MR2 Details
Following the GR Supra, the Celica and MR2 nameplates were brought back, fulfilling Toyota chairman Akio Toyoda's goal of reviving the "three brothers." The new vehicles are part of the brand's intention to launch more sports cars, along with the GR Yaris and the GR Supra, which are expected to debut in next-generation form in the upcoming years.
It is anticipated that a new 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine would power the Celica and MR2. At the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon, the new engine, codenamed G20E, was unveiled. Rumor has it that the road-going version will generate more than 400 horsepower and 500 Nm. The G20E engine is intended to produce more than 600 horsepower in race applications.
New Toyota Celica Details
Strangely, the redesigned Toyota Celica is anticipated to come before the MR2, and although it will likely employ the same G20E engine, it will have four-wheel drive and be positioned under the hood. According to reports from the Japanese magazine Best Car, the GT-Four suffix could be utilized because it was used on the homologation of special variants of the Celica used for the World Rally Championship in the 1980s and 1990s.
FIA extended WRC rules last year to permit a greater variety of body shapes starting in 2027, including sedans, hatchbacks, SUVs, and—most importantly—"bespoke" designs.
Lexus LFA successor details
Prototypes of the Lexus LFA's replacement have been seen at racetracks like Spa-Francorchamps and the Nürburgring Nordschleife in both road car and racing car configurations since the GR GT3 concept was unveiled three years ago.
Given the FIA's homologation regulations, which stipulate that any GT3 racer must have a similar basic body design to a corresponding road vehicle, the road-going model is probably going to be shown out before the race car when the production version joins the GT3 racing series in 2026.
As we previously reported in June of last year, the vehicle may be referred to as the LFR and has a V8 turbocharged engine that produces 500–600 horsepower when used for racing. It has been observed that the prototypes are moving silently away from a stop and the engine starting up a few meters later, confirming some sort of electrification.
Conclusion
The revival of the Toyota Celica and MR2, along with the highly anticipated Lexus LFA successor, marks an exciting era for performance car enthusiasts. With Toyota and Gazoo Racing's commitment to innovation and performance, these vehicles are expected to deliver exhilarating driving experiences while honoring their legendary heritage. As the automotive landscape evolves, Toyota's push for electrification and advanced engineering ensures that these iconic nameplates will remain relevant in the modern era. Fans can look forward to more details as the development of these sports cars progresses.
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