Hard-Hitting Final Edition: A Farewell Lap with the Toyota Supra
Initial laps on the racetrack with the Supra Final Edition vehicle
Got no time for the whiners, let's get straight to it. The Supra, a legendary six-cylinder sports car, is about to hang up its wheels. Or so it seems. Toyota's putting on a show with the Final Edition, a beefed-up version with a hefty 101 more horsepower than its predecessor, pushing 142,800 euros.
Critics may blabber about its BMW connections. But here's the deal: When the Supra goes, it leaves an empty space in its wake, and it hurts. So Toyota's sweetening the deal with the fans - and let's be real, making a few extra dimes. They're calling it the Final Edition.
Before the Supra purists can grab the wheel, they're spinning laps with the weaker Lightweight first. A term like "Lightweight" is almost ironic here, considering the Evo (1570 kg) shares a grooming session with the Legend edition. But hey, the technicians have readied the charming coupe with double-bubble roof for racing. It's been fitted with larger brakes, adapted dampers, and reinforced stabilizers for track-breaking records.
Now, the theory's done, let's hit the road - kind of. Not the street. Toyota's letting third parties do the steering - on the Parcmotor racetrack in Castelloli. But don't worry, they're flying the group of journalists around the course in the more muted Lightweight version first.
It's time to meet the instructor. After all, he's the one leading the charge, so it's his turn to feel the adrenaline. The man drives the first lap, showing us the layout of the 4-km track. Once that's out of the way, it's time for the real show - the Final Edition.
The beast looks as intimidating as its name suggests, standing tall in exclusive matte black paint with a massive carbon spoiler on the rear deck. KW's behind the suspension optimization, with 16 compression stages for the dampers and 12 different options for the rebound settings for optimal cornering dynamics. Even the GT4 race car's looking over its shoulder, as engineers have borrowed its strengths to create a more agile and focused Supra.
Now, you ask, what's happening under the hood? The legendary turbo six-cylinder engine returns, but all revved up with a modified intake and engine control. Not to mention a throaty Akrapovic exhaust system with titanium end muffler for that extra growl.
A tear runs down my eye as I slide into the cockpit, all too aware that every civilian electric car is knocking out three hundred HP these days, leaving the previous Supra's 340PS behind. I start the engine and feel the power, ready to tear apart the track.
The instructor's absolutely no fun as he limits me to 180km/h on the straight stretch while leading the way in the Lightweight version. Damn it. The powertrain in the Final Edition is breathtaking, though, delivering a phenomenal 571 Nm of torque as I floor it and achieve a top speed of 275 km/h.
Final Edition or no Final Edition, the Supra's still one hell of a ride. It's a bittersweet reminder that a sporty icon is leaving the scene. Let's just hope Toyota doesn't leave this void unfilled.
Figure 1: The Toyota Supra Final Edition - a roaring farewell to a sports car classic
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- Being strong, fans: The days of the Toyota Supra are numbered. At least for now. And before the assembly lines actually stop, the Japanese come back one last time with a significantly strengthened Final Edition. ntv.de was on the road with it.
Enrichment Data:
- The Toyota Supra Final Edition boasts a turbocharged three-liter inline six-cylinder engine, generating 441 DIN hp and 571 Nm of torque - a notable increase from the standard model.
- The Final Edition features a bespoke manual transmission for enhanced driving that reaches a top speed of 275 km/h.
Other details like the wheel size, acceleration times, braking systems, and suspension adjustments were not mentioned but can be assumed based on performance enhancements. The Lightweight EVO shares many characteristics with the Final Edition, such as wheel size and general handling improvements, but lacks the raw power of the Final Edition. However, the Lightweight EVO's focus on handling and closer connection to the road results in a more engaging driving experience compared to the Final Edition.
- The legendary six-cylinder sports car, the Supra, is losing its grip on the asphalt as Toyota prepares for its final edition.
- In the automotive industry, finance plays a crucial role, as demonstrated by Toyota's move to boost sales with the Final Edition, also serving as a farewell tribute to fans.
- The final Supra model promises to break records on the track, sporting larger brakes, adapted dampers, and reinforced stabilizers, making it a force to be reckoned with.
- As the Supra bows out, it leaves a significant void in the transportation scene, softened by the introduction of smart-home devices and gadgets that cater to a lifestyle focused on technology and cars.
- During its final lap on the Parcmotor racetrack in Castelloli, the Supra Final Edition showcases a breathtaking powertrain, delivering 571 Nm of torque and achieving a top speed of 275 km/h.
- Despite its impending departure from the market, the Toyota Supra Final Edition remains an icon in the sports car world, proving that a raucous engine and adrenaline-pumping performance are still valued aspects in the automotive lifestyle.
