Toyota will axe plans for the MR2 in place of an all. The Celica is reportedly confirmed, and Toyota's mid. Toyota filed GR MR2 and GR MR S trademarks reigniting revival rumors.
Filings indicate the MR2 is separate from the mid engined GR Celica. The model could expand the GR lineup with the GR86 Celica. We've been following the alleged plans for the return of the Toyota Celica very closely.
Ever since the Supra returned in 2021, Toyota fanatics have wondered if the Celica or even the MR2 would. It seems the GR Celica will not be the only Toyota sports car to return after all, as latest trademarks confirm a new MR. The Celica and MR2 are set to be powered by a fiery new turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine.
Named G20E, it was revealed at the recent Tokyo Auto Salon. In an episode from Toyota's Grip anime series, a whiteboard alludes to next-gen Celica, MR2, Supra, and GR86, plus the new GT3 car. The 2025 Toyota MR2 and Celica mark the return of two legendary sports cars, blending modern performance with classic styling.
😔 Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda's racing alter ego known as Morizo told the world earlier in the week a mid-engine two-seater will debut Friday at the 2026 Tokyo Auto Salon, and that happened.