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If this camouflaged machine indeed lines up for the start of the 2027 Rally Monte Carlo in a year’s time, all should be revealed before 2026 is through. Who’s taking bets on what we’re looking at here? Do you know what this two-door Toyota rally car is? Let us know at [email protected].
Toyota and the Project Rally One squad out of Belgium are the only constructors who have publicly committed to developing new cars for 2027’s WRC regs, which have been designed to be more affordable to attract manufacturer and team engagement. The Rally1 class’s expensive and complicated hybrid system was already thrown out after 2024, but next year’s cars will also share more components with lower-category Rally2 machines to further the cost-cutting agenda.
The car in question appears to have a more aggressive stance than the current 86, with a stubbier profile and heavily vented hood. It doesn’t seem to be all-wheel drive, which would be a departure from the 86’s traditional rear-wheel drive layout. The proportions of the car are more similar to those of a modern Subaru WRX, but with a more sloping roofline and fewer doors.
The images of the car were captured in Portugal, where it was seen testing on public roads. The car is shrouded in camouflage, making it difficult to discern any specific details. However, based on the images, it appears to have a more aggressive stance than the current 86, with a heavily vented hood and a more sloping roofline.
If this car is indeed a new Celica, it would be a long-awaited comeback for the iconic model. The Celica was last produced in the early 2000s, and its return would be a significant development in the world of rally cars. However, it’s worth noting that Toyota has not officially confirmed the identity of the car, and more information will be needed to confirm its true nature.
One thing is certain, though: Toyota is taking a bold step into the world of rally cars with the development of a new WRC car. With the 2027 season just around the corner, fans of the sport are eagerly awaiting any news about the new cars. Will this car be a new Celica, or something entirely different? Only time will tell.
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