Toyota is testing a new, coupe-bodied prototype car for the 2027 World Rally Championship (WRC), and it's sparking excitement among fans and speculators alike. The car, which is part of Toyota's WRC27 project, marks a significant departure from the company's current GR Yaris model. Gone is the familiar hatchback design, replaced by a sleek, swoopy coupe that bears little resemblance to any current Toyota model. According to WRC regulations, which take effect next year, manufacturers are allowed to design and build any bodywork they choose for their WRC cars. This freedom has led to a proliferation of unique designs across the grid, with each manufacturer pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Toyota's decision to opt for a coupe body on its WRC27 car is likely driven by a desire to create a distinctive and competitive machine. While the GR Yaris has been a successful platform for Toyota in WRC, the ...
Toyota is testing a new, coupe-bodied prototype car for the 2027 World Rally Championship (WRC), and it’s sparking excitement among fans and speculators alike. The car, which is part of Toyota’s WRC27 project, marks a significant departure from the company’s current GR Yaris model. Gone is the familiar hatchback design, replaced by a sleek, swoopy coupe that bears little resemblance to any current Toyota model.
According to WRC regulations, which take effect next year, manufacturers are allowed to design and build any bodywork they choose for their WRC cars. This freedom has led to a proliferation of unique designs across the grid, with each manufacturer pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Toyota’s decision to opt for a coupe body on its WRC27 car is likely driven by a desire to create a distinctive and competitive machine.
While the GR Yaris has been a successful platform for Toyota in WRC, the company may have seen an opportunity to create a new, more agile car by adopting a coupe design. The RAV4, a popular crossover, has also been rumored as a potential contender for the WRC, but Toyota has opted for a more traditional rally car design.
The implications of Toyota’s decision are far-reaching, and it’s likely to have a significant impact on the WRC grid in the years to come. As manufacturers continue to experiment with new designs and technologies, the sport is poised for an exciting period of innovation and competition.
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