What Does Toyota GR Mean?

Toyota Chula Vista is your dealership if you’re looking to buy Toyota cars, trucks, and SUVs. In addition to matching drivers with the right vehicle at the right price, we’re sharing all you need to know about the history of the Toyota name and models, like the Toyota GR brand, and what’s coming next in industry news. 

GR Stands for Gazoo Racing

There’s a reason the GR brand of Toyota is associated with performance. It stands for “Gazoo Racing,” with “Gazoo” meaning garage. It’s considered the motorsports arm of the Toyota company, and the GR brand focuses on performance street vehicles.

It’s Raced Around the World

Models like the Toyota GR Supra deliver undeniable performance. Besides earning respect and a place in driving enthusiasts’ hearts, the GR brand has been spotted in the World Endurance Championship and the World Rally Championship, to name a few.

There Are Some Exclusive Models

Not all the models produced under the GR lineup make it from Japan to America. Many of the vehicles produced under the GR brand, like the Mark X GRMN and Toyota C-HR GR, are available only on the Japanese market.

They’re Going Hybrid

Toyota vehicles are already efficient, and there are many alternative energy option models to pick from. Soon, you’ll be able to enjoy top-of-the-line GR vehicles that leave their mark on the track but have a low impact on the earth.

The Past, Present, and Future of Toyota Cars at Toyota Chula Vista

There’s so much more to learn about the exciting history of the Toyota GR brand, which you can do right here at Toyota Chula Vista. And when the time comes to get behind the wheel, we’ve got you covered there too. Schedule your next test drive today.