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Throughout the past couple of years, major print and online auto publications have hinted at a possible revival of the Supra, pointing the car in different directions. The vehicle was originally thought to be the flagship or halo model in the Toyota lineup, be powered by a high output V8, and have an estimated cost anywhere between $50,000 and $70,000. Other rumors hint at a V10 F1-inspired powerplant, like the current BMW M5 and M6, though 2006 saw F1 engines change to V8s. Power is 500 bhp (373 kW; 507 PS) or more, as this was likely due to the increasing number of sighting of a high performance sports car being tested throughout Europe and, more specifically, on the Nürburgring. These vehicles turned out to be the test mules for Lexus' future Lexus LF-A.[16]
topspeed.com was among a number of publications that claimed that there will be a return of the Supra in 2008 [17] but Toyota disclaimed this rumor on August 15, 2006. The same numerous publications that originally speculated on a future Supra all stated no new vehicle was being developed. According to an AutoWeek article on current and upcoming Toyota vehicles, all rumors on the Supra's return are false.[18] Automotive News also claim Toyota has absolutely no plans for a Supra in the future.[19]
" All the rumors of the two-passenger sports car's return are false." - Automotive News[19]
The Toyota FT-HS (Future Toyota-Hybrid Sport),[20] which debuted at the 2007 North American International Auto Show, was stated to be a concept for a vehicle that could fill the gap in Toyota's line-up left by the Supra.[21] According to Automobile Magazine, Toyota is planning to launch a production version of the FT-HS in 2009.[22] Toyota has yet to make an official announcement so it is unknown if it will wear the Supra nameplate. A January 2009 article from Edmunds Inside Line states that "the V6 Supra replacement is still in the pipeline and is set for an early 2011 debut".[23]
[edit] Motorsport
Main article: Toyota Supra in motorsport
[edit] Awards
* The MK II, with its all-new design, quickly became a success in the US where it was awarded the Import Car of the Year by Motor Trend. It also made Car and Driver magazine's Ten Best list for 1983 and 1984.
* In 1994, the MK IV Supra won Popular Mechanics "Design & Engineering awards". [4]
[edit] United States timeline
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* 1979 - Celica Supra MK I introduced with 2.6 L (2563 cc, 156 cu in) SOHC 4M-E I6 engine.
* 1981 - MK I engine displacement upped to 2.8 L (2759 cc, 168 cu in) with SOHC 5M-E I6 engine.
* 1982 - MK II Celica Supra introduced with a 2.8 L (2759 cc, 168 cu in) DOHC 5M-GE I6 engine.
* 1986 - 1986.5 MK III Supra introduced on its own platform with 3 L (2954 cc, 180 cu in) DOHC 7M-GE I6 engine.
* 1987 - Option of turbocharger to 3 L (2954 cc, 180 cu in) DOHC 7M-GTE engine that produces 230 hp (172 kW) 245 lb·ft (332 N·m).
* 1989 - Restyled. Turbo power increase to 232 hp (173 kW) & 250 lb·ft (339 N·m).
* 1993 - 1993.5 MK IV Supra introduced with 3 L (2997 cc, 183 cu in) turbo (2JZ-GTE) or non-turbo (2JZ-GE) DOHC engine.
* 1996 - Turbo only available with Automatic transmission due to OBD2 certification requirements. Targa roof standard on all Turbo models.
* 1997 - Manual transmission available on turbo models. Restyled. All 1997 labeled as 15th Anniversary model. Japanese production stopped in September.
* 1998 - Slight restyling of interior. VVT-i on non-turbo models which increased power. Turbos not available in states that require California emissions.
* 1999 - Export of MK IV Toyota Supra halted in the U.S., production in Japan continues.
* 2002 - Production of MK IV Toyota Supra halts.
topspeed.com was among a number of publications that claimed that there will be a return of the Supra in 2008 [17] but Toyota disclaimed this rumor on August 15, 2006. The same numerous publications that originally speculated on a future Supra all stated no new vehicle was being developed. According to an AutoWeek article on current and upcoming Toyota vehicles, all rumors on the Supra's return are false.[18] Automotive News also claim Toyota has absolutely no plans for a Supra in the future.[19]
" All the rumors of the two-passenger sports car's return are false." - Automotive News[19]
The Toyota FT-HS (Future Toyota-Hybrid Sport),[20] which debuted at the 2007 North American International Auto Show, was stated to be a concept for a vehicle that could fill the gap in Toyota's line-up left by the Supra.[21] According to Automobile Magazine, Toyota is planning to launch a production version of the FT-HS in 2009.[22] Toyota has yet to make an official announcement so it is unknown if it will wear the Supra nameplate. A January 2009 article from Edmunds Inside Line states that "the V6 Supra replacement is still in the pipeline and is set for an early 2011 debut".[23]
[edit] Motorsport
Main article: Toyota Supra in motorsport
[edit] Awards
* The MK II, with its all-new design, quickly became a success in the US where it was awarded the Import Car of the Year by Motor Trend. It also made Car and Driver magazine's Ten Best list for 1983 and 1984.
* In 1994, the MK IV Supra won Popular Mechanics "Design & Engineering awards". [4]
[edit] United States timeline
Sister project Wikimedia Commons has media related to: Toyota Supra
* 1979 - Celica Supra MK I introduced with 2.6 L (2563 cc, 156 cu in) SOHC 4M-E I6 engine.
* 1981 - MK I engine displacement upped to 2.8 L (2759 cc, 168 cu in) with SOHC 5M-E I6 engine.
* 1982 - MK II Celica Supra introduced with a 2.8 L (2759 cc, 168 cu in) DOHC 5M-GE I6 engine.
* 1986 - 1986.5 MK III Supra introduced on its own platform with 3 L (2954 cc, 180 cu in) DOHC 7M-GE I6 engine.
* 1987 - Option of turbocharger to 3 L (2954 cc, 180 cu in) DOHC 7M-GTE engine that produces 230 hp (172 kW) 245 lb·ft (332 N·m).
* 1989 - Restyled. Turbo power increase to 232 hp (173 kW) & 250 lb·ft (339 N·m).
* 1993 - 1993.5 MK IV Supra introduced with 3 L (2997 cc, 183 cu in) turbo (2JZ-GTE) or non-turbo (2JZ-GE) DOHC engine.
* 1996 - Turbo only available with Automatic transmission due to OBD2 certification requirements. Targa roof standard on all Turbo models.
* 1997 - Manual transmission available on turbo models. Restyled. All 1997 labeled as 15th Anniversary model. Japanese production stopped in September.
* 1998 - Slight restyling of interior. VVT-i on non-turbo models which increased power. Turbos not available in states that require California emissions.
* 1999 - Export of MK IV Toyota Supra halted in the U.S., production in Japan continues.
* 2002 - Production of MK IV Toyota Supra halts.