It’s the end of the road—for now—for one of Japan’s most famous sports cars. Toyota has confirmed that production of the current GR Supra will wrap up in March 2026. But fans can take comfort in knowing the Supra name isn’t fading into legend just yet. A brand-new generation is already in the works, set to arrive in 2027, and it promises to be something very different.
Few performance cars have a backstory as dramatic as the Supra’s. After a long hiatus, Toyota resurrected the nameplate in 2019 with the A90 generation—a sleek, rear-drive coupe co-developed with BMW and sharing much of its engineering with the Z4. It marked the return of a hero for fans who had waited years for another proper Supra.
Now, just a few years later, Toyota says the current model’s run will officially end in March 2026, right alongside its German twin. However, unlike the long silence between the fourth-generation Supra of the 1990s and the modern revival, this time the wait will be short. A new version is expected to debut the following year.
Here’s where things get interesting—and a little controversial. Rumors suggest a dramatic transformation under the hood. Instead of the BMW-sourced straight-six that powers today’s car, the next Supra could feature a turbocharged four-cylinder hybrid setup producing roughly 400 horsepower.
For purists, losing the inline-six might sting, but this shift fits Toyota’s broader goal of electrification. The hybrid system could bring a new kind of excitement—instant torque, lower emissions, and sharp, efficient power delivery refined by Toyota’s Gazoo Racing team. These are the same engineers who turned the GR Yaris and GR Corolla into rally legends.
Even more exciting, this next iteration will reportedly be developed entirely in-house by Toyota, breaking from the BMW collaboration. This could result in a Supra that feels more authentically Toyota in every respect—from styling to driving character.
If Toyota’s recent designs are any clue, drivers should expect something bold. The GR86, GR Yaris, and even the new Land Cruiser showcase Toyota’s willingness to combine aggressive lines with functional design. The 2027 Supra might follow a similar pattern—merging retro-inspired cues with aerodynamic precision.
The hybrid system opens exciting possibilities for performance. Instant electric assistance could make throttle response sharp and immediate, all while maintaining that critical balance between power and control. The real challenge will be winning over traditionalists who equate hybridization with compromise—but Toyota’s performance engineers have proven they can deliver thrills through innovation.
Since its return, the GR Supra has carried a premium price tag, sometimes exceeding the cost of comparable European sports cars. Yet it earned respect for its balance, engineering, and emotional appeal. As production nears its end, the final batches—particularly the manual transmission variants with the B58 inline-six—are expected to become prized collector items.
When Toyota revived the Supra in 2019, it reignited a legend. Now, as this chapter closes, the company seems committed to ensuring that legacy continues. Whether the next Supra comes as a hybrid, a plug-in, or even a fully electric “GR EV,” one thing remains certain: Toyota isn’t finished writing the Supra story.
The countdown begins. If you’ve ever wanted to experience the pure note of that famed straight-six, act fast—its encore ends in 2026.
What about you? Should the next Supra embrace hybrid power or stay loyal to old-school combustion fire?