Toyota states that an Extreme GR GT featuring active aerodynamics is still a possibility.
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Team Toyota has made it clear, from Chairman Akio Toyoda to the GR GT Project Manager, that they aim to win and demonstrate to the world that they can create a true driver’s car.
On Thursday, just outside Fuji, Japan, at Toyota’s Woven City during the unveiling of the Toyota Gazoo Racing GR GT, an aerodynamics engineer told The Drive, “We want you to anticipate the car’s evolution,” when asked about the consideration of active aerodynamics.
Speaking through a translator, the aerodynamics engineer mentioned that the team explored every option (including active aerodynamics) from the beginning. “That doesn’t mean anything is off the table,” he added.
The production-intent vehicle that was revealed does not feature active aerodynamics or even a rear wing. Instead, it has a compact ducktail decklid spoiler, making it resemble the 911 GT3 Touring more than the 911 GT3, despite it being aimed at the latter.
The individual responsible for ensuring the GR GT moves through the air efficiently hinted at the possibility of a more powerful variant of the GR GT being released later. However, the phrase "growth of the car" and frequent references to the Porsche 911 GT3 during the engineering discussions suggest that while today’s GR GT targets the Porsche 911 GT3, a future variant may seek to compete with the GT3 RS, possibly incorporating active aerodynamics.
Even if a variant doesn't include active aerodynamics, we can develop a solid idea of what a hotter, more RS-like GR GT variant might look like.
Joel Feder
The GR GT3 race car provides the framework. The front fenders have vents for air extraction, similar to the GT3 RS. The hood includes deep air vents where the street car’s intake sits, also resembling the GT3 RS. Additionally, the large racing wing mounted on swan necks mirrors the GT3 RS. Engineers noted that the race car's wing is structural, bolted directly to the chassis, which was visible through the rear window of the prototype GR GT3.
The Toyota GR GT appears to be just the beginning of the automaker's ambitions for its new icon. Prepare your finances and adjust your 401k plans accordingly.
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Toyota states that an Extreme GR GT featuring active aerodynamics is still a possibility.
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