Few cars have been as hotly anticipated as the Toyota Supra. Ever since the previous version disappeared from U.S. showrooms after the 1998 model year, American enthusiasts have been rumor mongering, anticipating and anxiously awaiting a follow up. Skeptics expected a bloated supercar, priced out of affordability for the average person. This price is well below competitors such as the Porsche Boxster and the BMW M3. And while the Audi TT is still cheaper, its front-wheel drive architecture and relatively small engine mean the base model is no match for the Toyota. And while the more powerful Audi TTRS can match the speed of the Supra, its older chassis and price premium still make a persuasive case for the Toyota.
