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Rally: TMG produces entry-level rally car, the Yaris R1A

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Khatir Soltani
Press release from TMG

TOYOTA Motorsport GmbH (TMG) will return to rallying with the entry-level TMG Yaris R1A car, which will be showcased in public for the first time at the ADAC Rallye Deutschland held August 24-26.

TMG has developed the TMG Yaris R1A specifically to provide an affordable entry into rallying for competitors young and old. TMG is taking orders immediately, with donor car and upgrade kit (excluding tax and installation) priced at approximately 22,500 euros.

Rallye Toyota Yaris TMG R1A
Toyota Yaris TMG R1A. (Photo: TMG)

The FIA’s R1A regulations permit only limited performance modifications to the standard 1.33-litre petrol-engined, three-door Yaris. TMG’s upgrade kit includes racing exhaust and catalytic converter system, shorter final drive gear, motorsport suspension with adapted springs and adjustable ride height.

In addition, comprehensive safety equipment features bolt-in roll cage, guards for sump, fuel tank and fuel lines, fire extinguishers, rally seats and safety harness plus power cut-off switch.

Toyota Yaris TMG R1A Rallye
Toyota Yaris TMG R1A. (Photo: TMG)

Before the end of the year, the TMG Yaris R1A is expected to become the first car in the world to be awarded FIA R1A (up to 1400cc) homologation. This qualifies the car to compete on regional, national and international competitions all the way up to World Rally Championship events.

The TMG Yaris R1A represents the first stage in a wider plan from TMG to supply cost-effective and fun motorsport cars to private entrants.



Khatir Soltani
Khatir Soltani
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