Supra Now Comes in 4 Cylinder and 6 Cylinder Flavors
For the first time in Supra history, Toyota now offers 4 cylinder and 6 cylinder variants.
A New Page in Supra History
The 2021 Toyota Supra now marks the first time in its long history you can now get two entirely different powerplants other than the well-known, tried and true inline-six. The folks over at Automobile have broken down the two offerings quite well and we thought you'd enjoy our take on these two potent Supras.
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Lightweight and Technical
The Supra on both levels of trim, the 2.0 and 3.0, still borrow power from BMW as well as the same eight-speed transmissions for both. The mantra of lightweight continues for 2021 as both levels are still plenty light enough to throw around with ease and enthusiasm.
Track Day Bliss
So much more than just an engine swap, the 3.0 variant boasts larger, four-piston front brakes to help stop the extra weight as opposed to the 2.0's smaller single pistons up front. With the 3.0, you can also expect to find more aggressive tuning to the electric-power steering and chassis as well as larger wheels.
Same Sporty Interior
Not much has changed for the interior. The Supra still sports bolstered seating with plenty of room for two, full-size adults while not much is left for rear occupants. High-grade leather and Alcantara are integrated throughout the cabin to keep occupants in comfort and in place as it hugs corners at speed.
All the Backroad Goodies
Both Supra options will keep you comfortable and give you plenty to play with on curvy backroads. The 3.0 comes equipped with power seats, adjustable suspension, upgraded sound system, and options like full leather upholstery and active safety systems. The lighter, 2.0 has fewer standard features but does come with leather-trimmed seats, carbon-fiber trim, and a healthy 8.8-inch infotainment screen.
2.0 vs 3.0
The 3.0-liter boasts a single twin-scroll turbocharged inline-six is capable of a healthy 382 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque, upgraded from 2020's 335 hp and 365 lb-ft of torque. The 2.0-liter offers up a turbocharged inline-four with 255 horsepower and 295-lb-ft of torque. It seems like the choice would be simple, right? Well it's not that simple. With the two variants, comes two distinctly different driving characteristics.
Active Suspension Vs Cut Weight
The 3.0 has added weight compared to its counterpart, 220 pounds to be precise, but also gets more power, adaptive suspension, and an active rear limited-slip differential making it a worthy track day competitor. The 2.0 has some optional goodies but remains lower on the track day options. What it lacks in mechanical upgrades, it makes up for in its lightweight feel and balanced demeanor.
Double Appeal
So the question remains, do you go with the nimble 2.0 liter or do you opt up and go for the 3.0 powerhouse? Well, the consensus seems to be this, for daily driving and the occasional backroads twist, the 2.0 has plenty of magic to keep the smiles coming from ear to ear. However, if you fancy yourself a weekend track warrior and must have a powerful steed for hair raising acceleration out of the hairpins, white knuckle inducing top speeds on the straights, all while being serenaded by the distinct engine note of the inline-six, well then the 3.0 is really the only way to go.
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