Buyer Research

2022 Toyota GR86 — Should You Buy One?

Typical asking price: $26,000–$34,000. This is one of the more reliable vehicles in its class — here's what to watch for anyway.

Kestrel Take

The purist's answer — a light, naturally aspirated, rear-drive coupe built purely for driving joy, co-developed with Subaru. The bigger 2.4L fixed the old car's torque dip. Reliable and simple, so the risks are track abuse and modification. A clean, documented, non-tracked example is the buy.

Known Issues for the 2022 Toyota GR86

Ranked by wallet impact. These are documented, recurring problems — not freak accidents.

Track abuse and heatMedium

Bought to be driven hard and tracked. Inspect brakes, tires, and clutch, and verify no overheating or oil-starvation history from track use.

Repair cost range: Varies

Clutch and drivetrain wearMedium

Enthusiast driving wears the clutch; verify engagement and no abuse.

Repair cost range: $1,000-$2,000

Early-build engine concern (verify)Medium

Some very early builds had isolated engine issues; verify any recalls/campaigns and that the engine runs cleanly.

Repair cost range: $0 if under warranty

Modification historyLow

A popular platform to modify; verify the quality of any changes.

Repair cost range: Varies

Walk-Away Red Flags

✗Heavy track history with worn components
✗Any engine campaign not completed
✗A questionable modified build
✗Salvage title

Good Signs

✓Street-driven or light, documented track use
✓Healthy clutch and brakes
✓Stock or documented tasteful mods
✓Remaining warranty

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Known issues on this page are based on documented owner reports, NHTSA complaints, class-action records, and manufacturer technical service bulletins. Individual vehicles vary. A pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic is always worth doing.