Disclosure: The 2023 Toyota GR Supra (manual coupe) was provided to me for testing purposes and editorial consideration. All opinions are 100% my own*
The Toyota GR Supra is a car enthusiast’s dream.
I drove an automatic in 2020 and loved it. However, like many others wondered and asked loudly why there was no manual option for such a performance focused car.
Well, Toyota heard us and now offers both an eight-speed automatic and a six-speed manual transmission for the Supra 3.0. I recently had the opportunity to test out the 2023 Toyota GR Supra 3.0 Premium (manual trans) and boy was I excited. I literally couldn’t sleep the night before it arrived.
Toyota GR Supra 3.0 Manual Coupe
After driving it for a few hours I knew that there is definitely nothing average about this manual transmission sports car. It is iconic, gorgeous, smooth, responsive, well balanced, grippy and believe it or not pretty easy to drive.
Although I have gotten pretty good at driving a stick, when it comes time to drive one, I still get a little anxious. So, my excitement always comes with a bit of anxiety, and I find myself saying the same two things, “I can’t wait to drive this” and “I hope I don’t stall”, which happens to the best of us.
However, it didn’t happen with the Supra. The two-seaters modern and advantaged technology along with my skills, definitely assisted with reducing those awkward stalling moments at lights/stop signs. Even when it felt like it was on the verge of doing so it didn’t.
Keep reading to learn more about time with the Supra…
What’s new for 2023?
- Now offered in six-speed manual transmission for the GR Supra 3.0
- Steering has been revised for 2023. Suspension, traction and stability systems updated
- New limited-production GR Supra A91-MT Edition model debuts. The limited production model is based on the manual transmission GR Supra 3.0 (Toyota will build just 500 for the U.S. market.).
Who is the Manual Coupe for?
- Buyers who are just learning to drive a manual transmission.
- Empty nesters/anyone looking for a smaller car that’s fun to drive.
- Buyers who live in a warm climate and can drive the car year around.
- Young professionals who commute (pre-kids).
- Anyone looking to own a fun, sporty and engaging second car.
Cruising in the Iconic 2023 Toyota GR Supra Manual Coupe
What we loved about the 2023 Supra (Manual Coupe)
There are always things that stand out/I love about each vehicle that I have an opportunity to experience.
Check out what I love most about this one…
- The BMW collaboration makes the vehicle even cooler.
- Easiest manual transmission vehicle that I ever drove. Excellent for beginners
- Eye catching and gorgeous exterior
- Handles exceptionally well
- You get a lot more than you pay for
- Fun to drive
- Love the throaty, rumbly sound when in this mode.
- Exceptional drive experience: Punchy acceleration and crisp/responsive steering. The highway experience is insane.
- Hatchback trunk with the open pass-through to the front.
- Sweet rims
2023 Toyota GR Supra Trims, Price, Specs & Features…
The 2023 GR Supra is available in four trim levels: 2.0, 3.0, 3.0 Premium and A91-MT Edition.
2.0 (Standard)
- Starting MSRP: $44,640.00
- Engine: 2.0L twin-scroll single-turbo inline 4-cylinder engine
- Transmission: 8-speed Automatic Transmission with paddle shifters
- HP: 255 horsepower
- Torque: 295 lb-ft of torque
- EPA-estimated MPG:
- 25 city/31 highway/27 combined
- Drivetrain: RWD
- 0-60 mph (seconds): 5.0
- A Few Key Features Include:
- 18-inch aluminum wheels
- LED headlights with automatic high-beam operation
- Keyless entry and keyless start
- Carbon-fiber interior trim
- Alcantara synthetic suede and leather upholstery
- Manually adjustable sport seats
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Cruise control
- 8.8-inch digital instrumentation panel
- 8.8-inch infotainment screen
- Satellite radio
- Four-speaker sound system
- One USB port (1.5 amps)
- Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
- Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn’t used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position)
- Automatic high beams
3.0
- Starting MSRP: $53,600.00
- Engine: 3.0L twin-scroll single-turbo inline 6-cylinder engine
- Transmission: Intelligent Manual Transmission (iMT) or 8-speed Automatic Transmission
- HP: 382 horsepower
- Torque: 368 lb-ft of torque
- EPA-estimated MPG:
- 23 city/31 highway/26 combined
- Drivetrain: RWD
- 0-60 mph (seconds): 3.9
- A Few Key Features Include:
- 19-inch forged aluminum wheels
- Active sport rear differential (varies locking ratio from zero to 100%)
- Brembo four-piston front brakes
- Front strut tower brace
- Adaptive suspension dampers
- Heated exterior mirrors
- Power-adjustable seats with driver’s seat memory settings
- Heated seats
- 10-speaker audio system
3.0 Premium (Trim Tested)
- Starting MSRP: $56,750.00
- Engine: 3.0L 6-Cyl.
- Transmission: Intelligent Manual Transmission (iMT) or 8-speed Automatic Transmissionwith paddle shifters
- HP: 382 horsepower
- Torque: 368 lb-ft of torque
- EPA-estimated MPG:
- 23 city/31 highway/26 combined
- Drivetrain: RWD
- 0-60 mph (seconds): 3.9
- A Few Key Features Include:
- Cast-iron rear brake discs (replaces aluminum)
- Red brake calipers
- Sport pedal design
- Full leather upholstery
- Touchscreen version of the 8.8-inch infotainment display
- Navigation system
- Wireless Apple CarPlay
- Toyota Supra connect subscription services
- 12-speaker JBL audio system
- A more powerful USB port (2.1 amps)
- Wireless smartphone charging
A91-MT
- Starting MSRP: $59,445.00
- Engine: 3.0L 6-Cyl.
- Transmission: 6-speed intelligent Manual Transmission (iMT)
- HP: 382 horsepower
- Torque: 368 lb-ft of torque
- EPA-estimated MPG:
- 19 city/27 highway/25 combined
- Drivetrain: RWD
- 0-60 mph (seconds): 3.9
- A Few Key Features Include:
- Brembo 4-piston fixed-caliper disc brakes
- 12-speaker JBLHiFi surround sound system
- Red strut tower braces
- Complimentary 1-year NASA membership, including one high-performance driving experience (HPDE)
- Red Supra badge
- 19-in. forged-aluminum Frozen Gunmetal Gray wheels
- Hazelnut-colored, leather-trimmed sport seats
Warranty
- Basic Warranty: 36 months/36,000 miles
- Powertrain: 60 months/60,000 miles
- Corrosion Perforation: 60 months/unlimited miles
- Restraint Systems: 60 months/60,000 miles
I absolutely love this legendary Toyota Supra! It is not only eye-candy, but extremely fun, very fuel-efficient, smooth and engaging. And like I stated above, the easiest manual I have ever driven.
Contact your local Toyota dealership and also visit their website to learn more about the 2023 Toyota GR Supra 3.0 manual coupe.
Have A Happy Healthy, and Remember to Always…
Stay Sassy
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