First launched in Japan and now confirmed for Europe as well, this variant of the GR Yaris features factory-installed aerodynamic upgrades derived directly through motorsports participation. Not available as an aftermarket package, it features six new performance aerodynamic parts.

At the front, a new large cooling duct and grille on the aluminum bonnet shares its contoured shape with the carbon-fiber hood of the GRMN Yaris. During high-speed driving it improves cooling by discharging heat from the engine compartment. It was developed and proven in the Japanese Rally Championship.

Meanwhile, racing in the Japan Super Taikyu helped to achieve a higher level of aerodynamic balance using a front lip spoiler, which suppresses front lift to improve the GR Yaris’ overall lift balance and enhance grip. The spoiler was added to the GR Yaris Aero Performance after being developed with professional racer Kazuya Oshima, a race-winning driver who competes with Rookie Racing in Japan’s Super Formula, Super GT, and Super Taikyu championships.

A large, variable rear spoiler contributes to high-speed handling as well as braking stability. Its angle can be manually adjusted to suit different circumstances, for example prior to circuit driving, for an even more enjoyable experience.

New fender ducts, located between the front wheel and the door, release rearward air that accumulates in the front wheelhouse. This improves the steering feel under heavy braking and enhances handling stability at corner entry, while ducts on each side of the rear bumper decrease the drag coefficient by allowing smoother airflow under the car. They were developed in response to a scenario encountered by a GR Yaris in Super Taikyu, when a rear bumper was detached by aerodynamic loads.

Finally, there’s a new floor undercover that draws inspiration from the flat bottom of the fuel tank used in Super Taikyu to optimize underbody airflow and further improve aerodynamic performance.

The Toyota GR Yaris Aero Performance grade will be made available in markets such as Europe and Japan. No word if they’ll expand availability to other markets such as the Philippines.