Toyota GR Supra 3.0 2019–2026: Review before farewell

Toyota has confirmed that the last GR Supra will roll off the assembly line in March 2026. The order window is therefore very short and may actually close earlier. This marks the end of the Toyota-BMW sports partnership for the fifth generation Supra, and opens the door to a completely new generation in 2027, according to insiders.

The current generation GR Supra debuted in January 2019, sharing its platform and many technologies with the BMW Z4, assembled at the Magna Steyr plant in Graz, Austria. The BMW Z4 is also expected to cease production in 2026, thus ending the jointly developed roadster-performance coupe duo.

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Gazoo Racing Design, Platform and Signature

The fifth-generation GR Supra carries the GR suffix from the Gazoo Racing performance division, which is also behind the GR Yaris, GR Corolla, and GR86. The presence of GR shows the performance-focused orientation.

The technical link with the BMW Z4 is evident in the front-engine, rear-wheel drive architecture, and the shared supply chain and technology. Assembly at Magna Steyr – the premium vehicle manufacturer in Graz, Austria – helps optimize production quality for both models.

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Ergonomics and driver experience

Current information sources emphasize that the GR Supra shares many technologies with the BMW Z4. Specific details about the dashboard layout or amenities are not mentioned in the original document, but the GR mark shows that the driver experience and driving feel are prioritized.

Performance and driving feel

The GR Supra uses a BMW-sourced 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six engine, producing 387 horsepower and driving the rear wheels. Transmission options include a 6-speed manual for those who prefer a mechanical connection or an 8-speed ZF automatic for smooth and stable operation.

Toyota once offered a turbocharged 2.0-liter option for the Supra, but that configuration has been discontinued since mid-2024. With the FR platform, the focus is on the traditional steering feedback and rear grip that are at the core of a Japanese sports car.

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Safety and driver assistance technology

The source document does not mention the GR Supra's ADAS equipment details or independent safety test results like NCAP. The level of safety configuration and driver assistance may therefore vary by market and version.

Market value, competitors and prospects

In the final stages of its life cycle, the GR Supra is under direct competitive pressure from the Nissan Z. In the US in 2025, according to figures released in early October, the Nissan Z achieved sales of more than 4,800 units while the Supra reached 2,009 units. This gap reflects the heat of the traditional performance sports car segment.

The end of production in March 2026 means that Supra supply will be limited in the short term. Toyota said it has no plans to cooperate on a new sports car project with BMW in the near future. On the other hand, BMW left open the possibility of developing a completely new sports car based on the Neue Klasse platform, aiming for a pure electric configuration in the future.

In terms of prospects, Toyota insiders say the Supra name isn't done yet. A completely new generation could arrive in 2027 with a new platform that retains the front-engine, rear-wheel drive architecture, switching to a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine developed by Toyota, with around 400 horsepower. This information will need more time to be confirmed as we get closer to the launch date.

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Main specifications table

Category	Information
Car model	Toyota GR Supra (5th generation)
Launch	January 2019
End of production	3/2026
Development partners	BMW; shares many technologies with the Z4
Factory	Magna Steyr, Graz, Austria
Structure	Front engine, rear wheel drive
Engine	3.0-liter turbocharged I6 (BMW), 387 horsepower
Gear	6-speed manual; 8-speed ZF automatic
2.0 liter option	Stopped since mid-2024
Notable Competitors	Nissan Z (US sales 2025: >4,800 vehicles; Supra 2,009 vehicles)
New generation prospects	According to inside sources: maybe 2027; new platform, FR remains the same; 2.0-liter turbocharged engine developed by Toyota, around 400 horsepower

Conclusion: Supra closes one chapter, prepares a new one

Strengths

Performance platform: 387-horsepower 3.0-liter turbocharged I6, rear-wheel drive.
Two transmission options include a 6-speed manual and an 8-speed ZF automatic.
Gazoo Racing imprint, manufactured by Magna Steyr.

Limit

Production to end in 3/2026, ordering capacity may close early.
The 2.0-liter version has been discontinued since mid-2024, reducing configuration choices.
Competitive pressure from Nissan Z with outstanding sales in the US by 2025.

The 2019–2026 GR Supra closes out Toyota’s run as the iconic sports coupe in its partnership with BMW era. If internal plans pan out, 2027 could mark a return in a different way: keeping the rear-wheel-drive DNA, switching to a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine developed in-house by Toyota.

Source: https://baonghean.vn/toyota-gr-supra-30-20192026-danh-gia-truoc-gio-chia-tay-10309213.html