New & Used 2026 Toyota GR86 for Sale nearJackson, TN

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The 2026 Toyota GR86 offers a blend of performance and value, with trims ranging from budget-friendly to fully loaded options.

• Starting at $31,054
• 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 an excellent entry point into the GR86 lineup.

• Avg. market price: $31,054 (updated weekly)
• Inventory: 199 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Premium RWD — "Who It's For"

The Premium RWD is the pick for shoppers who want a fully loaded sports car experience without compromising on features. It's the most popular trim in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $35,284 (updated weekly)
• Inventory: 541 listings
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Premium RWD

With 541 active listings, the Premium RWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — RWD

At $31,054 avg market price — below the lineup median of $33,169 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 12, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

Is the 2026 Toyota GR86 a good car?

The 2026 Toyota GR86 earns a 6.2/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Performance at 9/10.

It’s built for you if driving enjoyment matters more than everyday practicality, and the overview makes that priority clear. The GR86 is described as one of the finest and most affordable choices for shoppers who want a fun-to-drive car, with handling that shines especially at the limit and a modest engine tuned for fun rather than big numbers.

The trade-offs are just as clear: tight cargo and passenger space, plus a ride that can get hard. Even so, the GR86’s quick-revving engine and engaging manual transmission help it deliver the kind of driver-focused experience that makes sense if you want a sports car first and a commuter second.

Good and great deals make up 28.1% of listings, which suggests there’s still some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2026 Toyota GR86 reliable?

The 2026 Toyota GR86 is presented as a simple, driver-focused sports car with a basic level of standard equipment, and that simplicity can be a plus for long-term ownership. Its performance character is centered on a modest 2.4-liter flat-four, rear-wheel drive, and a standard Torsen limited-slip rear differential, which points to a straightforward mechanical setup rather than a complicated one.

Toyota also includes a year of connected services, and the service app provides vehicle health reports and maintenance updates. That can help you stay ahead of routine upkeep while the car is under your ownership.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that the GR86’s enthusiast-first setup means you should pay close attention to how hard it was driven and whether it was maintained carefully.

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

Accident-free inventory is solid at 84.3% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the vehicle history report carefully, because sports cars are more likely than average to have seen spirited use. A pre-purchase inspection should focus on tires, brakes, suspension condition, and signs of curb rash or underbody wear. It’s also smart to confirm that the car’s equipment matches the trim and transmission you want.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The Core trim uses cloth upholstery and lacks the metal-faced pedals found in the other trims, while the Premium adds synthetic suede and leather upholstery, black wheels, and summer-performance tires. The Yuzu Edition adds its own appearance and performance touches, including matte-black wheels, yellow accent stitching, black interior trim, a commemorative plaque, and Yuzu yellow paint.
• Powertrain: The GR86 uses a 2.4-liter flat-four with 228 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque, paired with either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic. The manual is the better choice if you want the most engaging driving experience, while 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 trims add blind-spot monitors.
• Infotainment: You get an eight-inch touchscreen with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus a 7-inch digital instrument cluster with Sport and Track layouts. Premium and Yuzu models also get an eight-speaker audio system.
• Fuel efficiency: Automatic models are rated at 21 mpg city, 30 mpg highway, and 24 mpg combined. With the manual, the GR86 is 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 GR86’s core driving character at the lowest price. It comes with the standard cloth interior and all-season tires, so it’s the trim to choose if you want the most affordable way into the car.
• 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 complete version without jumping to the special edition.
• Yuzu Edition: This is the most distinctive trim, with its unique yellow paint, yellow interior stitching, black interior trim, matte-black wheels, Brembo brakes, and Sachs dampers. It’s the one to buy if you want the most exclusive GR86 setup and don’t mind paying more for it.

The Premium and Yuzu trims also add blind-spot monitors.

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

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile listings.

• Deal availability: 28.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 242 listings available.
• Clean inventory: 84.3% of listings are accident-free.

Is the 2026 Toyota GR86 safe?

The GR86 gets only a Good rating for its headlights and for its front crash prevention vehicle-to-pedestrian collision prevention systems in IIHS testing, and it has not been subjected to the organization’s other tests.

It earns a 5/10 safety score from our experts.

The 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 trims add blind-spot monitors.

Because the crash-test record is incomplete, you should treat safety as a point to verify carefully if that matters a lot to you. The GR86’s low-slung sports-car shape also means visibility and parking awareness are worth checking during your test drive.

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:

• 28.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 84.3% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• It emphasizes driver engagement with sharp handling, a quick-revving engine, and a manual transmission that suits the car’s playful character.

Consider the 2025 if:

• It’s an affordable sports coupe with cheap thrills and a manual transmission option.

The bottom line: If you want the most current version of the GR86’s enthusiast-first formula, the 2026 is the better default choice. If you’re mainly shopping for value and want a similar fun-focused sports car, the 2025 is worth a look as a potentially cheaper alternative.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.