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Toyota · Sports Car · 2012–2021

Toyota GT86 ZN6

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

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3.0 / 5.0 · Based on 1 engine variants

Engine Overview

The Toyota GT86 ZN6 is available with one engine variant at 200 hp.

2.0L Boxer · Benziner· 200 PS
2012 2021
Be Careful 9 weaknesses

The Toyota 2.0L Boxer (Benziner, 200 PS) has the 4U-GSE (2.0L Boxer) — rated: "Be Careful", 9 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
!Underbody and cavity rust — Subaru body

The GT86 ZN6 is based on a Subaru platform with body panels that rust if cavity sealing is insufficient. Year-round vehicles from salt-heavy regions show underbody rust from 8–10 years.

Symptoms: Brown rust on sills, underbody and wheel arches, cavity corrosion on front longitudinal members on vehicles without subsequent rust protection treatment
from 80,000 km
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 Medium
●Rust on Tailgate and Bodywork

The GT86 ZN6 shows rust on the tailgate and exposed areas when not properly maintained.

Symptoms: Rust bubbles at door lower edges and tailgate.
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 Medium
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Above Average
13 complaints · 2012–2021
Engine
5 ⚠ 1
Other
3
Fuel System
3
Body Structure
2 ⚠ 1
Steering
1

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Engine (5 complaints)
⚠ Other (3 complaints)
⚠ Fuel System (3 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-03

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 17 weaknesses have been documented for the Toyota GT86 ZN6 (2012–2021) — 9 engine-related and 8 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Rust, Suspension, Brakes, Other.

GT86 (4U-GSE, 2012–2021) — Be Careful: Connecting rod bearing failure from oil film breakdown under hard driving, Elevated Oil Consumption Under Spirited Use, Cylinder Head Thermal Management Under Track Use. Power: 200 PS.

What to watch out for with the Toyota GT86? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Toyota GT86 ZN6 have? +
The Toyota GT86 ZN6 has 9 known engine weaknesses and 8 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Toyota GT86 ZN6? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Be careful: 4U-GSE (2.0L Boxer). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the 4U-GSE (2.0L Boxer).
Which Toyota GT86 ZN6 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Toyota GT86 ZN6 — rated: "Legendary!". {description} No turbo, no AWD, no gimmicks — 200 PS boxer NA, rear-wheel drive, 46 cm centre of gravity. Below 4,000 rpm it loafs; above that: a metallic rasp that turns into proper boxer bark — the Subaru rumble. The infamous torque dip at 3,500 rpm comes with the car like the steering wheel. Once hooked, nothing else will do.
Is the Toyota GT86 ZN6 worth buying used? +
The Toyota GT86 ZN6 requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Toyota GT86 ZN6? +
The Toyota GT86 ZN6 is available with engine variants from 200 to 200 hp. Petrol: 4U-GSE (2.0L Boxer).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee