03-31-2015, 02:47 PM | #1 |
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Toyota Supra to drop hybrid engine, for a BMW Inline 6-Turbo?
"Corroborating earlier reports, an unnamed German source has told Car and Driver that Toyota will build a bigger model than the next-gen Z4, powered by a BMW-sourced turbocharged inline-six engine rather than the four-cylinder engine that will likely be found under the hood of BMW's roadster.
Toyota is allegedly planning to revive the Supra nameplate, making the inline-six a suitable choice to maintain consistency with the retired generations. Styling is expected to be inspire by the FT-1 concept car (pictured) that was introduced last year in Detroit." "Toyota has decided to drop the hybrid drivetrain in favor of a BMW-sourced turbocharged inline-six. And it gets even better: the Supra’s rear-wheel-drive chassis will be developed mainly by BMW, too. So what exactly will Toyota bring to the table?" Sources: http://i1180.photobucket.com/albums/...six-88050.html http://www.autoblog.com/2015/03/30/t...-engine-rumor/ caranddriver.com carbuzz.com Last edited by ChrisMT79; 04-01-2015 at 07:52 AM.. |
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Jei! An other bat mobile that looks pre-crashed. Just what we need.
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03-31-2015, 02:56 PM | #3 |
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Why not just use the tried and true 2JZ modified for Direct Injection??? I'm not understanding this. Don't get me wrong, I love BMW's i6 turbo engines!
EDIT: Obviously Toyota would also need to develop a strong cast aluminum block to replace the cast iron 2JZ block. So, never mind. Basically they'd need to develop a whole new engine. Last edited by CaryTheLabelGuy; 03-31-2015 at 03:12 PM.. |
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Brian Spillner would be proud
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Sagaris is one of my all time favorite cars. I agree it's actually pretty similar looking.
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03-31-2015, 04:58 PM | #9 |
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Same here man! I will never forget seeing (well hearing first...by quite a while) one in Canary Wharf in London. Absolutely stunning piece of aggressive and distinctive design.
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03-31-2015, 07:47 PM | #12 |
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Thanks for posting those additional pics Chris!
Seriously, shut up and take my money Toyota!
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Yeesh it really is bad in red.
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