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Badge Or Bargain: 2025 Porsche 911 (992.2) Carrera Vs. 2025 Toyota GR Supra

The GR Supra and 992.2 Carrera may be light years apart when it comes to pricing, but are similar in more ways than you think

by Dimitar Angelov on January 21, 2025, 13:00

The Porsche 911 is a sports car that needs no introduction. Featuring one of the most distinctive designs, the iconic model from Germany has been evolving for over 60 years. While the allure of even the base Porsche 911 Carrera is undeniable, the 992.2 generation still has a starting MSRP of $120,100. Many would be hesitant to part ways with such a hefty sum for a car, which begs the question: is there something that packs similar performance for less? The answer is yes. While there are multiple offerings out there, I am focusing on another iconic nameplate from the sports car world – one that comes from Japan.

The Toyota Supra is another sports car that is well-known and loved. Despite the current Toyota GR Supra featuring BMW underpinnings, it still managed to captivate the audience with blistering performance. With a starting price of $56,250, the GR Supra is less than half the price of a 992.2 Carrera. If you are not firmly in the 911 club, you may consider this as a buyer’s guide of sorts. What are you missing by going for the Supra and is the 911 Carrera really worth the premium? Let’s find out below.

Porsche 911 (992.2) Carrera Vs Toyota GR Supra (A90): Performance

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While both the Toyota GR Supra and Porsche 992.2 Carrera are sports cars with six-cylinder engines, that is where the similarities end. These two machines rely on very different recipes to put impressive figures down. Both punch above their weight and are, supposedly underrated with regard to their power output. We have seen dyno graphs of a 992 Carrera, which suggest it makes power similar to the Carrera S. Given that the 992.2 Carrera features 992.1 GTS turbochargers, I suspect it will be a similar matter with the Porsche 992.2 Carrera. The GR Supra has been proven to make just over 400 horsepower on the crankshaft, with a lot more torque than what BMW says, but let’s see how they stack up on paper.

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Performance specifications Porsche 911 (992.2) Carrera Toyota GR Supra
Engine 3.0-liter, DOHC, twin-turbo flat-6 3.0-liter, DOHC, turbocharged inline-6
Power 389 horsepower at approx. 6,500 RPM 382 horsepower at 5,800-6,500 RPM
Torque 332 pound-feet at appro. 2,000-5,000 RPM 368 pound-feet at 1,800-5,000 RPM
Transmission and drivetrain 8-speed PDK automatic, rear-engine, RWD 6-speed manual/ 8-speed automatic, front-engine, RWD
Curb weight 3,351 pounds 3,399 pounds
0-60 mph 3.9 seconds 4.0-3.7 seconds
Top speed 182 mph 155 mph (electronically limited)

Porsche 911 (992.2) Carrera Vs Toyota GR Supra (A90): Features and highlights

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While comparable on paper, the Porsche 992.2 Carrera and Toyota GR Supra are two very different designs. You may have noticed I am talking about the regular GR Supra, not the Final Edition model. That’s because the latter is only available in Japan. To better understand what you are gaining or losing by going for either one of these sports cars, we will look at their "quirks and features” and see which one gives you what. The Porsche 911 Carrera gives you more options in terms of the body style while the GR Supra gives you more options in terms of the transmission.

The Porsche 992.2 Carrera is the more special car in terms of looks. The exterior carries the timeless 911 shape, familiar since 1963. The interior while modernized, also brings a hint of nostalgia, and I like that Porsche still puts the key starter position on the left, LeMans-style. The Toyota GR Supra is a JDM icon, yet the company did not make enough effort to distinguish it from its technological twin, the BMW Z4. There is a bit too much BMW in there even if it’s good in terms of quality and ergonomics.

The GR Supra is slightly more practical because of the hatchback tailgate and larger storage space, but the 911 Carrera has foldable rear seats (if installed), which can double as additional storage. The GR Supra features an electronically controlled limited-slip differential and meetier front tires. The base 992.2 Carrera comes with an open differential, which is a real drawback. However, it does come with better brakes and more rubber at the rear (but less in the front).

Powertrain-wise, the Toyota GR Supra’s BMW-derived mechanicals are the more popular platform in the tuner world, but the Porsche 911 Carrera platform is almost as popular, with many specialized tuners able to extract extra power, reliably. Then, there are worrying reports from Japan that the next-generation Toyota Supra will not have an inline-six engine, so this may be your last chance to get the GR Supra with the straight-six.

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Features Porsche 911 (992.2) Carrera Toyota GR Supra
Exterior Classic Porsche 911 design, optional HD Matrix LED headlights, Optional SportDesign package, optional aero kit (rear spoiler), optional race stripe, and side decals, functional vents, also available as a soft-top convertible, optional sports exhaust Classic coupe design, front clamshell hood, hatchback-style tailgate, fake vents, integrated ducktail spoiler, double-bubble roof design, only available as a coupe
Interior 2+2 interior, optional rear seats (free of charge), which can be folded, digital instrument cluster with the classic Porsche 5-gauge design, 4-way adjustable sport seats/ 18-way optional, 4.77-cubic feet cargo space in the front trunk 2-seater layout, BMW-derived interior bits, including the instrument cluster graphics, EVAC controls, and iDrive infotainment, 10.2-cubic-feet cargo area behind the seats
Chassis MMP platform in rear-engine configuration, aluminum chassis, aluminum body panels aluminum-composite chassis shared with the BMW Z4, including FRP - fiber-reinforced plastic, lightweight, steel body panels
Mechanical highlights 3.0-liter, DOHC, twin-turbocharged flat-6 engine with direct fuel injection, 8-speed PDK (dual-clutch) transmission, positioned in front of the engine, able to shift in 0.1 seconds, 3 drive modes, turbochargers from the 992.1 Carrera GTS, McPherson front suspension with anti-roll bar and coil springs, multi-link independent rear suspension with stabilizer, rear-wheel drive, open differential, optional front-axle lift, optional speed-sensitive power-steering, wheels - 8.5Jx19 front, 11.5Jx20 rear (standard)/ 20-21-inch available, standard tire size - 235/40 ZR19, 295/35 ZR20, brakes - ventilated steel discs, 408mm front, 380mm rear, 6-piston brake callipers front, 4-piston rear B58, DOHC, inline-6 engine with direct fuel injection, double VANOS, and a single, twin-scroll turbocharger, 8-speed ZF automatic with torque converter, also available with a 6-speed manual, electronically-controlled rear differential, rear-wheel drove, 2 drive modes - Normal and Sport, McPherson front suspension with stabilizer bar, independent multi-link rear suspension, wheels - 9Jx19 front, 10Jx19 rear, tire size - 255/35 ZR19 front, 275/35 ZR19 rear, brakes - ventilated steel discs, 348mm front, 345mm rear, calipers - BREMBO 4-piston front, 2-piston rear

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Dimitar Angelov

Dimitar Angelov

Dim has been an automotive journalist since 2014. Although he is interested in all things automotive, his main interests revolve around, Asian, classic, and sports cars. He is particularly fond of Porsche sports cars as well as JDM classics from Toyota, Nissan, Honda, and others. Dim operates mainly from Bulgaria, but can, occasionally, be seen attending Europe's most reputable Auto shows, and events. Read full bio