Supra Satisfaction: Living with Toyota’s Sports Car Icon

There’s a comfort in knowing some cars don’t need to reinvent themselves every year. The Toyota GR Supra is one of those rare machines. Since its return in 2019, this fifth-generation “MkV” Supra has been equal parts nostalgia play and cutting-edge performance coupe. It’s a car that stirred controversy when it launched — with its BMW partnership and shared platform with the Z4 — but over time has proven itself as one of the most rewarding sports cars you can buy under $70K.

I’ve been fortunate to spend time in just about every version since the relaunch: the base 2.0 turbo, the original 3.0 Premium, and even track sessions in earlier models. This week’s test car, the 2025 Toyota GR Supra 3.0 Premium with the Driver Assist Package, reminds me why I keep coming back. It’s not a radical departure from the Supra I drove a few years ago — and that’s not a bad thing.

For this review, we’ll dive deep into the trims, design, cabin, performance, and value. And for the visuals, the sound, and a few laughs, you can catch my full video review: 2025 GR Supra – Still the Sports Car You Dream About over on our YouTube channel.

Two Flavors, One Formula

For 2025, Toyota keeps the lineup simple:

• 3.0 – Black Alcantara/leather sport seats, 10-speaker audio, available Safety & Tech Package.
  
• 3.0 Premium – Leather-trimmed sport seats (black or hazelnut), head-up display, JBL 12-speaker audio, wireless charging, Supra Connect with navigation.
  

Both trims share the same beating heart: a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six making 382 horsepower and 368 lb-ft of torque. Both can be paired with an 8-speed automatic or a 6-speed manual. And both deliver that signature rear-wheel-drive balance and playful chassis tuning that makes the Supra so rewarding.

Aggressive Beauty

From the outside, the 2025 Supra is all drama: a long hood, a short rear deck, and enough curves to make it instantly recognizable even at a distance. This Premium trim rolls on 19-inch forged aluminum wheels finished in frozen gunmetal gray, wrapped in Michelin Pilot Super Sports. Six-lens LED headlights, LED taillights, and a built-in rear spoiler round out the visual signature.

There’s no major styling shake-up for 2025, which is fine by me — this shape has aged well. Aerodynamic elements like the underbody paneling and functional vents remain, more about performance than posing. And in Renaissance Red 2.0, the Supra demands attention in a parking lot full of SUVs.

Packing Light

The Supra’s hatch opens to reveal 10.2 cubic feet of cargo space. It’s enough for a grocery run, a couple of carry-ons, or all my camera gear for a shoot. You won’t be making Costco bulk runs in it, but for a two-seat coupe, it’s perfectly usable. The lack of a rear seat actually makes the storage space more open and accessible than you might expect.

BMW Power, Toyota Personality

Under the hood sits one of the best engines in the business — BMW’s B58 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six. Here, it’s tuned for 382 horsepower at 5,800–6,500 rpm and 368 lb-ft of torque from 1,800–5,000 rpm. Paired with the 8-speed automatic in my tester, Toyota claims a 0–60 mph time of 3.9 seconds. EPA fuel economy is a respectable 23 city / 31 highway / 26 combined.

It’s a smooth, turbine-like engine that delivers torque in a flat, effortless wave. You can loaf around town without breaking a sweat, then unleash all its power with a firm push of the throttle.

The Premium Touch

Inside, the 3.0 Premium blends sport and comfort. The leather sport seats are heated, 14-way adjustable, and supportive without being punishing. A head-up display projects speed, navigation, and safety alerts. Carbon fiber trim and a thick, leather-wrapped steering wheel remind you this is a driver’s car.

The tech package is solid: an 8.8-inch touchscreen with navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay, JBL 12-speaker audio, wireless charging, and Toyota Supra Connect services. Visibility is what you’d expect from a sports coupe — fine forward, tighter over the shoulders. And yes, getting in and out still requires some agility, especially for taller or broader drivers.

Flat, Planted, Fun

The Supra’s greatest strength is how naturally it flows down a road. Steering is sharp and well-weighted, the chassis feels planted but never twitchy, and the adaptive suspension adapts beautifully between Normal and Sport modes.

In Sport, throttle response quickens, steering tightens, and the active exhaust gains more character. The Brembo brakes (13.7-inch front rotors, 13.6-inch rears on the Premium) inspire confidence, delivering strong, predictable stops. Compared to my earlier drives in the 2021 3.0 Premium, the post-2023 suspension tuning gives it a slightly more compliant ride without dulling the handling.

The Competition

At $59,400 plus $1,095 DPH, my test car landed at $61,930 with options. That puts it in a unique space:

• BMW Z4 M40i – Same engine and platform, convertible body, starts around $67K.
  
• Chevrolet Corvette Stingray – Mid-engine V8 from $68K, more cargo room and power, but a different driving feel.
  
• Porsche 718 Cayman S – Razor-sharp handling, starts around $80K with fewer standard features.
  

The Supra holds its own in this company, especially for buyers who value a coupe body, iconic styling, and a well-rounded performance package.

Final Thoughts

The 2025 GR Supra 3.0 Premium doesn’t try to reinvent itself — and it doesn’t have to. It’s still one of the most engaging rear-wheel-drive sports cars you can buy for under $70K, with a personality that’s part precision tool, part weekend toy.

As for me, I’ve been telling people all week that I’m both too old and too young for this car. Too old because getting in and out feels like a workout, and too young because I’m not ready to daily something this impractical. But if you’re in the sweet spot, the Supra will put a grin on your face every time you hit the start button.For the full experience — the sound, the stance, and the drive — be sure to watch my video review: 2025 GR Supra – Still the Sports Car You Dream About on TXGarage’s YouTube channel.