The fifth-generation Toyota GR Supra returned to the U.S. market for 2020 after a long absence, bringing a turbocharged six-cylinder engine, rear-wheel drive, and a chassis developed jointly with BMW.
Since then, Toyota has continuously refined the sports car rather than leaving it unchanged. Power increased substantially for 2021, a four-cylinder option joined the range, the manual transmission arrived for 2023, and later years received additional special editions and chassis updates.
The 2026 model year closes the fifth-generation run with the limited-production MkV Final Edition. For used buyers, understanding these seven model years is important because the differences go well beyond styling.
1. 2020 Toyota GR Supra
The 2020 GR Supra is historically significant because it brought the Supra name back to American dealerships after a 17-year absence. It was also the first U.S. model year of the A90 generation, making it fundamentally different from the later versions that benefited from Toyota’s continuing development work.
At launch, the GR Supra 3.0 used a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six producing 335 horsepower and 365 lb-ft of torque. An eight-speed automatic was the only transmission available. Toyota quoted a 0-to-60-mph time of 4.1 seconds for the original 3.0.
The car was developed in cooperation with BMW and shared its basic platform architecture with the BMW Z4, although Toyota applied its own suspension tuning and performance development.
For someone shopping today, the biggest attraction of a 2020 model is its place in the history of the fifth-generation Supra. It also provides the entry point into the platform at potentially lower used prices than newer examples.
There is, however, another side to buying the first production year. The 2020 Supra accumulated a significant number of recall campaigns, including issues involving fuel-tank welding and headlamp adjustment.
Certain 2020 vehicles were also included in a later recall concerning increased braking distance caused by engine-management software under specific starting conditions.
That does not mean every 2020 Supra is problematic. A well-maintained example with documented recall completion can still be an interesting purchase. But buyers should pay particular attention to service records, VIN-based recall history, and evidence of modifications before committing to an early-production car.
2. 2021 Toyota GR Supra
Toyota made one of the most important mechanical changes to the GR Supra only one year after its introduction. The 2021 model received a heavily revised version of the 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six, taking output from 335 horsepower to 382 horsepower.
Torque increased from 365 lb-ft to 368 lb-ft. Toyota estimated that the updated car could reach 60 mph in 3.9 seconds, compared with 4.1 seconds for the launch model.
The additional power was not simply a software adjustment. Toyota made several changes inside and around the engine, including a redesigned exhaust manifold and revised pistons. The chassis also received attention, with aluminum braces, revised bump stops, and updated damper tuning.
Toyota further revised programming for systems including the electric power steering, adaptive variable suspension, stability control, and active differential.
The 2021 range also expanded downward with the introduction of the GR Supra 2.0. Its turbocharged four-cylinder engine produced 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. That version was lighter than the six-cylinder car and gave buyers another way into the fifth-generation Supra lineup.
Used shoppers should distinguish between the 2.0 and 3.0 when evaluating listings. The six-cylinder version is the car that received the major power increase and remains central to the Supra’s performance identity.
The model year also carried forward some early-generation concerns. Certain 2021 cars were affected by recalls involving braking assistance, seatbelt retractors, and fuel-tank concerns. A used example therefore deserves a VIN-specific recall check before purchase.
3. 2022 Toyota GR Supra
By 2022, Toyota had already made the major performance correction that transformed the Supra after its launch year. The 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six continued with 382 horsepower and 368 lb-ft of torque, while the lineup gained additional equipment and special-edition appeal.
One notable version was the GR Supra A91-CF Edition. Toyota gave it carbon-fiber aerodynamic components and other appearance-focused upgrades, making it particularly distinctive among fifth-generation cars.
The standard lineup also received equipment changes, including heated seats becoming standard on the 3.0 grade and a red interior becoming available for the 3.0 Premium.
The 2022 car is therefore interesting for used buyers who want the higher-output six-cylinder without moving into the later manual-transmission years. It retains the mechanical character established with the 2021 redesign while benefiting from another year of production experience.
This year also sits in an important position in the Supra’s development timeline. Toyota had already addressed some of the obvious shortcomings of the launch version, yet the car had not become as feature-rich or specialized as some of the later editions.
Recall history should still be checked carefully. NHTSA records show that certain earlier-production Supra vehicles remained subject to campaigns involving components such as the starter and braking-related systems.
A recall appearing against a model year does not mean every vehicle from that year is affected, which is why checking the individual VIN is more useful than relying solely on a model-year recall count. NHTSA provides VIN, year, make, and model search tools for this purpose.
For a used buyer, the 2022 model represents a mature version of the original high-output formula without requiring the premium associated with the final years.
4. 2023 Toyota GR Supra
The 2023 GR Supra represents a major milestone because it introduced the six-speed manual transmission to the fifth-generation U.S. lineup. Until then, the Supra had been automatic-only in America.
Toyota developed the manual specifically around the characteristics of the 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine, using a larger-diameter clutch and a reinforced diaphragm spring.
The manual gearbox was paired with software designed to provide rev matching and optimize engine torque during gear changes.
Toyota also revised traction-control behavior and other systems to suit the manual configuration. This made the 2023 model particularly significant for enthusiasts who wanted more direct involvement from the driver.
Power remained at 382 horsepower and 368 lb-ft of torque for the 3.0-liter engine. The automatic transmission remained available, meaning used shoppers could choose between two very different driving experiences without changing generations.
Toyota also introduced the A91-MT Edition for 2023. Limited to 500 units, it combined the manual gearbox with exclusive colors and distinctive equipment, making it one of the more collectible versions from this generation.
There is a technical detail worth investigating before buying one. Certain 2023 Supra vehicles were recalled because an integrated transmission control unit could have been improperly manufactured. Toyota stated that transmission oil could leak into the unit and potentially cause the transmission gears to seize.
Consequently, a 2023 Supra can be an appealing used purchase, especially for someone specifically seeking a manual, but the vehicle’s recall completion and maintenance history should be confirmed before purchase.
5. 2024 Toyota GR Supra
The 2024 GR Supra sits in the later part of the fifth-generation development cycle, by which point Toyota had established the basic formula and continued adding specialized versions rather than radically changing the car.
The lineup included the 2.0 and 3.0 engines, with the six-cylinder producing 382 horsepower and 368 lb-ft of torque. Both manual and automatic transmissions remained available with the 3.0. Toyota also introduced the 45th Anniversary Edition, built around the 3.0 Premium.
That special edition is one of the defining features of the 2024 model year. It received 19-inch matte-black wheels, a large manually adjustable rear spoiler, black side graphics, and special strut-tower braces. Toyota planned production of only 900 examples for the U.S. market, split between the two available exterior colors.
For a used buyer, the standard 3.0 may make more sense than paying extra simply for rarity, especially if the car will be driven regularly. The 45th Anniversary Edition makes more sense for someone interested in distinctive factory equipment and limited production.
Another useful improvement concerns connected technology. Toyota expanded Supra Connect Extended Services to eligible earlier cars and incorporated the service into newer models equipped with the required hardware.
The 2024 Supra is also late enough in the generation that buyers can find examples with the 382-hp engine and manual gearbox without needing to move to the final model years. Still, buyers should not assume that a newer model year automatically means a clean recall history.
Certain 2024 cars have been included in later campaigns, including a starter-related recall covering specific production vehicles. The VIN remains the definitive way to establish whether a particular used Supra requires recall work.
6. 2025 Toyota GR Supra
The 2025 GR Supra is one of the most mature versions of the fifth-generation car before Toyota’s final production year.
The U.S. lineup consisted of the 3.0 and 3.0 Premium grades, with both offering a choice between the six-speed manual and eight-speed automatic transmissions. The turbocharged inline-six continued to produce 382 horsepower and 368 lb-ft of torque.
By this stage, the fundamental performance recipe was well established. Buyers received the rear-wheel-drive chassis, turbocharged six-cylinder engine, electronically controlled systems, and performance-oriented suspension that had been refined throughout the generation.
The manual transmission is particularly relevant when comparing later used Supras. Toyota designed it specifically around the six-cylinder engine’s torque output, including a larger clutch and reinforced components.
The Intelligent Manual Transmission software also incorporates rev matching and torque-control strategies intended to make aggressive driving more predictable.
The 2025 model therefore makes sense for buyers who want a nearly final-version Supra without stepping into the limited-production MkV Final Edition. It also avoids the very first-year specification of the 2020 car while retaining the same basic fifth-generation identity.
There is an important point to keep in mind when shopping for any late-model used vehicle. A low number of reported recalls does not necessarily mean that a particular example has never experienced a problem.
Service history, accident records, modifications, and maintenance remain important. Toyota provides a VIN-based recall system, and NHTSA also allows buyers to check recalls by VIN, year, make, and model.
A carefully inspected 2025 Supra can therefore offer the combination of mature hardware, 382-hp performance, and manual availability that many buyers want from the final phase of the fifth-generation car.
7. 2026 Toyota GR Supra
The 2026 GR Supra is the final model year of the fifth-generation car, giving it a special place in the history of the A90/MkV generation. Toyota confirmed that production of the fifth-generation Supra would end in spring 2026. The lineup included the GR Supra 3.0, 3.0 Premium, and the limited-production MkV Final Edition.
All 2026 versions use the 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six with 382 horsepower and 368 lb-ft of torque. Buyers can choose between the six-speed manual and eight-speed automatic. Toyota lists a 0-to-60-mph time of 3.9 seconds for the automatic-equipped car.
The most significant 2026 addition is the MkV Final Edition. Toyota gave this version upgraded braking performance, revised suspension tuning, increased body rigidity, and aerodynamic changes. The special edition also received a GT4-inspired package and other distinctive equipment. Only 1,300 MkV Final Edition vehicles were planned for North America.
For used buyers, the regular 3.0 and 3.0 Premium may be more practical than the limited Final Edition because the special model’s rarity can substantially affect its market price. Someone primarily interested in driving the car may not gain enough from the collectible status to justify paying a large premium.
There is also a distinction between being the newest Supra and having the longest reliability record. The 2026 car has not had the same amount of time in service as earlier model years, so long-term reliability cannot be judged with the same historical depth.
That is worth remembering when comparing a final-year car with an older example that has already accumulated significant mileage.
Even so, the 2026 model represents the culmination of Toyota’s development of the fifth-generation GR Supra. Its final-year status, established 382-hp powertrain, manual availability, and extensive chassis work on the MkV Final Edition make it an important year for anyone researching the generation before buying used.
