Toyota Sports Cars: Toyota is now planning to bring back three legendary sports cars, including two iconic nameplates—Celica and MR2—alongside a brand-new Lexus supercar. Here are the details you must check out.
Toyota will revive two of its iconic sports cars: the MR2 and the Celica. In an era where electric cars are gaining attention, this move by the Japanese automaker is certainly worth appreciating. With the revival of the Toyota Supra and the Toyota 86, the automaker is set to introduce more sports cars to its lineup. Toyota, and its performance division Gazoo Racing, are looking to revive the legendary Celica and MR2 names, and are preparing a new flagship model that will serve as the successor to the Lexus LFA.
Toyota Sports Cars: Toyota Celica And MR2 details
Both the Celica and MR2 will be powered by a newly developed 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, known internally as the G20E. This 2.0-liter engine, developed by Toyota, will deliver a maximum power of 400 HP in the commercial version of the car and up to 600 HP for the sports version.
The G20E engine, which was showcased at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2025, was showcased as a fitment for the Toyota GR Yaris. Interestingly, the engine was positioned behind the rear seats, indicating a mid-engine configuration with all-wheel drive.
The new MR2 might arrive by 2028, with a production model of the concept in the pipeline.
The Celica is expected to debut before the MR2, using the same G20E turbocharged engine, but with a front-engine, AWD layout. The Celica will return to the World Rally Championship (WRC), likely with the “GT-Four” nameplate, which was previously applied to Celica models that competed in the WRC in the 1980s and 1990s.
Toyota Lexus Sports Car
The Japanese carmaker is planning to replace the Lexus LSR with a new Lexus, the Lexus LFR, and it will enter GT3 racing competition in 2026. The car has been seen testing at major racing circuits such as Spa-Francorchamps and the Nürburgring and will be approved by the FIA for racing. According to reports, Toyota will also bring a road-going version of the car.
According to reports, the new supercar – likely the Lexus LFR – will have a twin-turbo V8 engine producing 500-600hp with a hybrid assist system. Hybrid technology is also expected to make its way into the road car.