Limited-edition GR Yaris honours Toyota's WRC legacy

Jet Sanchez
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This exclusive hot hatch is limited to just 51 units.

This exclusive hot hatch is limited to just 51 units.

Toyota is celebrating a momentous milestone in its motorsport history with the launch of the GR Yaris TGR Italy Limited Edition, marking 51 years since its first World Rally Championship (WRC) victory.

Aptly limited to a mere 51 units and exclusively available in Italy, this special edition comes with nostalgic touches reminiscent of Toyota's early rally days.

Iconic livery and design elements

1973 Toyota Corolla 1600 WRC
Toyota Corolla 1600 at the WRC

The exterior of the GR Yaris TGR Italy Limited Edition features a vintage-inspired red and white livery, paying homage to the Corolla 1600 Coupe, which claimed Toyota's maiden WRC win at the 1973 Press On Regardless Rally in Michigan.

Toyota GR Yaris TGR Italy Limited Edition

The rally-inspired aesthetic is complemented by 18-inch forged wheels finished in a striking Heritage Gold, wrapped in performance-oriented Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R tyres.

A limited-edition badge bearing the production number adds a bespoke touch both on the exterior and in the cabin.

Performance-driven features

Toyota GR Yaris TGR Italy Limited Edition

Under the bonnet, the GR Yaris TGR Italy Limited Edition retains its Euro-spec 1.5-litre turbocharged three-cylinder engine, capable of delivering a potent 206kW.

The power is channelled through an eight-speed automatic gearbox, paired with Toyota's GR-Four all-wheel-drive system for optimised handling and performance.

While the engine remains unchanged, the vehicle is equipped with the Tech Package, offering modern conveniences like parking sensors, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert with automatic braking, enhancing both safety and functionality.

Italian exclusive

Toyota GR Yaris TGR Italy Limited Edition

This limited edition model is set to be a prized collector’s item, combining the GR Yaris’s modern performance with Toyota’s celebrated WRC history.

Available exclusively via Toyota Italy’s website this September, each of the 51 units comes with a price tag of €67,500 (around NZ$120k).

A pre-order deposit of €2500 (approximately NZ$4500) secures the vehicle, with the added bonuses of a test ride, VIP passes for the 2025 TGR Italy season, Gazoo Racing sportswear and a special car cover.

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