Forget the Haters! The 2023 GR Supra Manual is a Total Blast to Drive

The 2023 Toyota GR Supra manual transmission finally arrives! In this detailed review and test drive, we get behind the wheel of the new 6-speed manual Supra to see how it transforms the driving experience. We cover real world driving impressions of the slick manual gearbox, put the 3.0L twin-scroll turbo straight 6 through its paces, discuss how the manual changes the Supra's character, and compare it to the 8-speed automatic variant. We'll highlight all the engineering changes Toyota made to accommodate the manual, evaluate transmission and engine performance, review interior updates, and give our verdict after thorough testing. If you want to see how the new manual transmission takes the GR Supra to the next level, don't miss this in-depth first drive and review!

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[rembo]

I was tired of waiting to see this manual Supra on sale for $60k+, so I purchased a Miata manual in Soul Red in the RF GT trim. Great fun and offers everything the Supra does for about 1/2 the price! To all those enthusiasts out there that are wanting a manual Supra and are tired of waiting and don’t want to spend about $70k after a dealer add on, test drive a manual MX-5 Miata in either soft top or in the hard top RF which is like a coupe style wise!

[muffy]

I'm trying to save the manuals, I have a 2024 supra mt on order, can't wait!!!

[scottanthony]

Wow! Rough day at the office, Brian! LOL. Glad to see that you dressed appropriately for the event! Nice review. No wonder that this car is on the list of "long wait times" and "high dealer mark-up". After hoping that some fun cars with automatics would have enough "other" engaging character to offset the lack of a third pedal, I am now pretty convinced that for the most part (short of some actual race car or 6 figure Porsche), that it just isn't going to happen. It's always the same thing with the auto. "Great car, but you really need to get the MT". I suppose it is in keeping with what BMW offers, but kind of interesting that the 2.0L is NOT available with a MT.

[williamc]

Great video, rode in a manual and auto and MT was more engaging but honestly that 8 speed is a beast and makes great sounds… stop light to stoplight the 8 speed is awesome. On the list for a 2025 at local dealer but after owning 8 manual mustangs decided to give the 8speed a try.

[erijavec]

Thanks for recognizing the collaboration between the manufacturers. Most folks struggle to see past BMW’s involvement. As a package for drivers, the Supra delivers.

[calvinfernandes]

Great video. Please start doing closed captions.

[GTTClan]

Can't wait to order one of these eventually. Hoping to get it in manual but I could care less. I just love the car.
Currently my dream car right behind the GTR.

[Revilokab]

I have been torn between this, the M2, and the CT4V Blackwing. I have settled on the Blackwing

[BlackNAVYAmericanVET]

Is as Fun as a MX5 ( the slow fast feeling) ?

[genzigzag]

Brian thank you for the review, I'm moving away from the German brands and coming back to the Japanese makes. I'm looking at the GR Supra and cross shopping the Lexus RCF, auto for both as I'm looking for a GT. Is there anything else that you can recommend and what are your thoughts on the RC350 so the pricing is closer to the GR Supra?

[derekisthematrix]

Thoughts about BMW's B58 long-term reliability? Thanks god they didn't put a huge screen in there. How does the experience compare to an ND Miata (other than obvious power differences)?

[Chocobohunter]

Ordered one today, im 3rd on the list but both guys wants auto so im first one for the manual, kind of excited, i will be trading in my audi s3 2020 with only 17k km on it 😅

[threadoflife]

Id like to hear you discuss hill assist, launch control, and Toyota sensing in the MT Supra these features are fully removed correct? I saw a sticker on a MT Supra and it said it has hill assist how do you use it? I can’t find it on mine does it not?

[sykcicada]

Thank you.. will give the manual a try

[supervong]

I don't get why so many comments here about a Miata? Lol it's not on the GR Supra league...drop it! Still waiting for my Supra MT next yr.

[ConemantheBarbarian]

I have to agree it’s a wonderful car to drive but the low window line that you like drives me crazy. I’m pretty tall and find I have to duck down to look out the side when checking for cross traffic etc.
I know that’s not picking but ……..
Otherwise they have an awesome product there.

[Morganotanii]

maybe its the angle? but it seems like you're sitting pretty crammed in there. that seems like the 1 main issue I worry about

[richardhetzel]

Sold my 2021 2.0 back in May (for $4500 more than I paid for it!) and now have a 2023 3.0 Premium MT, the manual is so much better. The 2.0 should have the manual option as well, but it does not!

[chuckcribbs]

There’s room in the Supra?? It looks like you’re stuffed into it. I’d seriously be on the fence about buying one, due to claustrophobic tendencies. Even the GR86 is roomier.

[Thankyou_]

Nice review ❤
BMW built a nice car, at least is not a garbage EV or Hybrid.