New & Used 2026 Toyota GR86 for Sale nearIthaca, NY

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The GR86 offers a blend of performance and features, with the RWD trim being the most budget-friendly option.

• Starting at $31,455
• Most Popular: Premium RWD

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RWD — "Who It's For"

The RWD is the pick for shoppers who want a sporty experience without the premium price tag. It's the most budget-friendly option in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $31,455 (updated weekly)
• Inventory: 219 listings
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Premium RWD — "Who It's For"

The Premium RWD is the choice for those seeking a fully loaded sports car experience with added luxury features. It's the most popular trim in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $35,362 (updated weekly)
• Inventory: 451 listings
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Premium RWD

With 451 active listings, the Premium RWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — RWD

At $31,455 avg market price — below the lineup median of $33,408 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 24, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

Is the 2026 Toyota GR86 a good car?

The 2026 Toyota GR86 earns an expert rating of 6.17/10. The standout strength is Performance at 9/10. It’s built for driver engagement first, with fantastic handling, a quick-revving engine, and an engaging manual transmission that make it especially appealing if you care more about fun than everyday practicality. The trade-offs are clear: cargo and passenger space are tight, power is modest, and the ride can get hard. Even so, if you want one of the most affordable cars that still feels genuinely entertaining to drive, the GR86 fits that brief well. With 26.8% of listings priced as good or great deals, you have some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2026 Toyota GR86 reliable?

The 2026 Toyota GR86 is presented as a simple, driver-focused sports car, and that simplicity can work in your favor for long-term ownership. Its quick-revving 2.4-liter flat-four, rear-wheel-drive layout, and standard Torsen limited-slip rear differential are all straightforward performance hardware rather than complicated luxury-car systems. Toyota also includes Service Connect, which provides vehicle health reports and maintenance updates, along with a year of connected services. For used buyers, the main long-term risk is less about complexity and more about how hard the car may have been driven, so condition and maintenance history matter a lot.

What should I look for when buying a used 2026 Toyota GR86?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 80.4% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the report carefully, because a sports car like this may have been driven more aggressively than average. Prioritize a thorough inspection of the suspension, brakes, tires, and clutch if the car has a manual transmission. You should also pay close attention to ride quality and cabin condition, since the GR86 is known for a firm setup and a compact interior.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The Core trim is the simplest version, with cloth upholstery, metal-faced pedals missing, and standard all-season tires, while the Premium adds black wheels, synthetic suede and leather upholstery, metal-faced pedals, and summer-performance tires. The Yuzu Edition layers on matte-black wheels, Brembo brakes, Sachs dampers, yellow interior stitching, black interior trim, a commemorative plaque, and Yuzu yellow paint.
• Powertrain: You get a 2.4-liter flat-four with 228 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque, plus a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic. The manual is the enthusiast choice, and the automatic is the better pick for fuel economy.
• Safety package: The standard suite includes forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, high-beam assist, adaptive headlights, lane-departure warning, and rear cross-traffic alert. Automatic models add rear parking sensors, and the Premium and Yuzu Edition add blind-spot monitors.
• Infotainment: The cabin uses a standard eight-inch touchscreen with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. You also get a 7-inch digital instrument cluster, Toyota Service Connect, Safety Connect, and Remote Connect.
• Fuel efficiency: Automatic models are rated at 21 mpg city, 30 mpg highway, and 24 mpg combined. Manual models are rated at 20 mpg city, 26 mpg highway, and 22 mpg combined.

Which 2026 Toyota GR86 trim should I buy?

The 2026 Toyota GR86 is offered in 3 trim levels: Core, Premium, and Yuzu Edition.

Here's the short version:

• Core: This is the entry point, and it gives you the basic GR86 experience at the lowest price. It comes with the standard all-season tires and the simpler cloth interior, so it makes sense if you want the cheapest way into the car and plan to keep things straightforward.
• Premium: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers. It adds the summer-performance tires, black wheels, synthetic suede and leather upholstery, metal-faced pedals, and the eight-speaker audio system, making it the most balanced choice if you want the GR86 to feel more special without jumping to the limited edition.
• Yuzu Edition: This is the most distinctive version, with matte-black wheels, Brembo brakes, Sachs dampers, yellow interior stitching, black interior trim, a commemorative plaque, and unique Yuzu yellow paint. It suits you if you want the most exclusive-looking GR86 and are willing to pay for the extra hardware and presentation.

The Premium and Yuzu Edition also add blind-spot monitors, while automatic models get rear parking sensors.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2026 Toyota GR86?

This looks like a moderate market for selective buyers, so you can shop carefully without expecting a deep bargain on every listing.

• Deal availability: 26.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 194 listings available.
• Clean inventory: 80.4% of listings are accident-free.

Is the 2026 Toyota GR86 safe?

The GR86 has an incomplete crash-test record, and it has not been subjected to the IIHS’ other tests, so it cannot earn a Top Safety Pick or Top Safety Pick+ award from that organization. It earns a 5/10 safety score from our experts.

Its standard safety suite includes forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, high-beam assist, adaptive headlights, lane-departure warning, and rear cross-traffic alert. Automatic models add rear parking sensors, and the Premium and Yuzu Edition add blind-spot monitors. The main caveat is that the car offers fewer safety features than many modern vehicles, and there are no safety-related options to add.

Should I buy a 2026 Toyota GR86 or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2026 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

• Choose the 2026 if: 26.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals. Accident-free inventory is solid at 80.4% — always verify the vehicle history report. It puts driver engagement first and delivers fantastic handling with a quick-revving engine.
• Consider the 2025 if: It adds performance upgrades and a limited-production Hakone Edition.
• The bottom line: If you want the sharpest current shopping pool and the same core enthusiast appeal, the 2026 is the better target. If you’re mainly chasing a specific special edition or a potentially different price point, the 2025 is worth a look.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.