Registered on 06-05-21

The Toyota Yaris GR has to be one of the most anticipated cars of recent times.
We can’t think of a modern performance car that has generated more hype surrounding its arrival.
Powered by a 1.6litre turbo charged 3 cylinder engine, the most powerful one in the world.
The only choice is a six-speed manual Gearbox, and the 4WD system is claimed to be the lightest on the market. Lightest, but not most basic. There’s an aluminium central transfer case and in Normal mode the torque is split 60:40 front to rear. That alters depending on the mode you choose. Sport is 30:70 and Track 50:50. Skids or grip, you decide. At the rear there’s an electronically controlled clutch pack to divide torque between the wheels.

This car comes with the optional (£3,500) circuit pack, bringing those key changes under the skin that make best use of the GR’s sweet little chassis. These include larger brakes, forged Enkei wheels with Michelin PS 4 rubber (Dunlops are standard), a stiffer suspension tune and a locking differential on both axles.
The whole thing weighs 1,280kg, is good for 0-62mph in 5.5secs and a 143mph top end.

This car has to be driven to make you believe how incredible it actually is.
If you don’t believe me, come and see for yourself.