Toyota GR Supra axed from Australia, lives on in Supercars
One of Australia’s most popular and beloved vehicles, that has been a feature of our roads for over 40 years has been axed by this major global carmaker.
After turning heads on Aussie roads for over 40 years, Toyota’s beloved Supercar the Supra is no more.
Six years after the Supra roared back into Australia in the form of Toyota’s fifth-generation flagship car, the Japanese giant has announced it’s the end of the road for the cult car, whose popularity extended into the video game and blockbuster movie realms.
Toyota Australia announced this week it will cease taking orders for the current-generation GR Supra performance coupe by the end of this month.
The fifth-generation Supra, which was launched in Australia in 2019, reintroduced Toyota’s flagship sports car to local showrooms for the first time since 1993, after dominating Aussie roads for over a decade.
Its revival was met with huge public interest and fanfare, with Toyota Australia calling its return “a legend.”
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Toyota Australia’s Vice President of Sales, Marketing, and Franchise Operations Sean Hanley says the current GR Supra will leave a lasting legacy in the automotive industry.
“The GR Supra already had a sterling legacy when the current generation launched in 2019, and we’re pleased to say it has exceeded the expectations set by its predecessors,” Mr Hanley said.
“Its pulse-raising performance, sleek coupe design and thrilling dynamics helped raise the profile of our GR portfolio, helping to pave the way for other exciting models like the GR Yaris and GR Corolla.”
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The fifth-generation Supra was developed in collaboration with BMW, sharing its platform and powertrain with the Z4.
Although some critics initially questioned the partnership and the quality of the car’s interior, the Supra ultimately won over many enthusiasts with its sharp handling, strong performance, and distinctive character
The current line-up includes the GT, GTS, and Track Edition variants.
All models are powered by a 3.0-litre turbocharged inline-six engine capable of producing 285kW and 500 Nm of torque.
Though it might be the end of an era for the current Supra, speculation also suggests that Toyota may revive other legendary nameplates, including the MR2 and Celica, as part of its ongoing commitment to sports cars.
The Supra will continue to live on in motorsport, hitting the Supercars Championship grid from 2026.
However, unlike Ford’s Mustang, it won’t have a road-going twin once showrooms run out of stock.
“While customers will no longer be able to purchase their own GR Supra by the end of August, fans of the GR Supra will be able to follow its story when it lines up on the Supercars Championship grid in 2026 and beyond,” Sean said.
Toyota’s Gazoo Racing (GR) performance arm will also remain well represented in Australia. Models such as the GR86 coupe, GR Yaris, and GR Corolla continue to draw strong interest in the local market.
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Since its arrival in Australian showrooms, the GR Supra has attracted over 1400 buyers to the midway point of 2025.
The Supra featured in hit computer games such as Gran Turismo and also on cult motor racing franchise The Fast and The Furious.
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