Toyota GT-86

Japan’s big car show opens this week and, as usual, a few interesting new models and some of the world’s strangest concept cars are on display.

The Toyota GT-86 is one model that will actually go into production. The carmaker’s been out of the sports car businesses for a long time, but this rear-wheel-drive coupe, developed in conjunction with Subaru, should get it back in the game.

Despite its aggressive looks, the GT-86 isn’t all about power. By today’s standards, the car’s 197 horsepower is relatively modest. Instead, Toyota boasts of the GT-86’s light weight and good balance.

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