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2018 Toyota 86 GT Auto

The 2018 Toyota 86 GT Auto is a 200-hp sports coupe with a 6-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $29,305 MSRP and is rated at 27 mpg combined.

It makes 200 horsepower and 151 lb-ft of torque, spinning to a 7,400 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 24 mpg city and 32 mpg highway (27 mpg combined).

The 86 measures 166.7 inches long on a 101.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,815 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeCoupe
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$29,305
MSRP with Destination$30,235
Destination Charge$930
Engine
Engine Type2.0L horizontally-opposed (boxer) 4-cylinder, D-4S fuel injection
Horsepower200 hp
Torque151 lb-ft
Redline7,400 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRear-wheel drive
Transmission
Transmission6-speed automatic with paddle shifters
1st Gear3.54 (37 mph **)
2nd Gear2.06 (64 mph **)
3rd Gear1.4 (94 mph **)
4th Gear1 (132 mph **)
5th Gear0.71 (186 mph **)
6th Gear0.58 (228 mph **)
Reverse3.17
Final Drive4.1
Fuel Economy
City24 MPG
Highway32 MPG
Combined27 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded
Tank Capacity13.2 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionSport-tuned independent suspension with stabilizer bars, electric power steering
Rear SuspensionDouble wishbone
Front Stabilizer BarYes (18 mm)
Rear Stabilizer BarYes (15 mm)
Turning Diameter36.1 ft
Brakes
Front Brake DiscPower-assisted ventilated disc, 11.6 in.
Rear Brake DiscPower-assisted ventilated disc, 11.4 in.
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17 x 7.0 in. alloy
Wheels Rear17 x 7.0 in. alloy
Tires Front215/45R17
Tires Rear215/45R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length166.7 in
Width69.9 in
Height50.6 in
Wheelbase101.2 in
Front Track59.8 in
Rear Track60.6 in
Ground Clearance4.9 in
Cargo Volume6.9 ft³
Curb Weight2,815 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front37.1 in
Headroom Rear35 in
Legroom Front41.9 in
Legroom Rear29.9 in
Shoulder Room Front54.5 in
Shoulder Room Rear51.7 in
Hip Room Front53.1 in
Hip Room Rear45.3 in
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover ★★★★★ (7.1 % risk)
Tested variant: 2018 Toyota 86 2 DR RWD

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Toyota 86. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jul 29, 2021 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.

NHTSA campaign 21V587000

1 owner complaint to NHTSA for the 2018 Toyota 86

Owner Complaints

1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Toyota 86. See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Steering1
Wheels1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
May 1, 2020 · Steering, Wheels
“STEERING WHEEL AND FRONT END SHIMMIES AND SHAKES WHEN BRAKING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. VERY DIFFICULT TO MANAGE ON MOUNTAIN HIGHWAYS AND FREEWAYS. PLEASE HAVE A LOOK AT THE FORUM THREAD REGARDING THIS…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2018 TOYOTA 86. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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