Quick Highlights:
- GR Supra MkV Final Edition will lead the 2025 NASA Championships at Ozarks International Raceway.
- It has a 3.0-liter inline-six twin-scroll turbo engine producing 382 hp and 368 lb-ft of torque.
- The limited-run MkV Final Edition comes with a GT4-style package, carbon-fiber ducktail, and race-inspired graphics.
- GR sports car buyers get a complimentary one-year NASA membership and a High Performance Driving Event (HPDE) track day.
GR Supra Roars into NASA Championships
The Toyota GR Supra has always turned heads on the street, standing tall among the underrated street racing cars that enthusiasts quietly admire—but now it’s taking the spotlight where it really belongs—on the track. For the first time, the MkV Final Edition will serve as the official pace car for the 2025 NASA Championships, leading the charge at Ozarks International Raceway in Missouri from September 4–7. Drivers from 14 regions will battle across 25 classes, but the Supra will be there to set the rhythm.
The Supra stands out in red, white, and black GAZOO Racing colors. The 3.97-mile, 19-turn track—with its steep hills and tight corners—will push both drivers and cars. The morning sun glinted off the car’s livery while the hum of engines and cheers from the crowd filled the air. Fans at the track and those watching online got a clear look at the Supra doing its job as the pace car, keeping the field moving while showing off its performance.
One fan near turn 7 summed it up: “Watching the Supra lead the field was a reminder why we love racing.”
Performance That Commands Attention
Under the hood, the 2026 GR Supra still means business. Its 3.0-liter inline-six with a twin-scroll turbo cranks out 382 horsepower and 368 lb-ft of torque, enough to make even casual corners feel like a challenge. Drivers can pick a six-speed manual or an eight-speed automatic, so every shift feels deliberate, not just fast.
The MkV Final Edition doesn’t just add style—it adds attitude. The GT4-style package brings matte-finish paint with race-inspired graphics, carbon-fiber red mirror caps, dual stainless steel exhaust tips, and a carbon-fiber ducktail spoiler that makes the car look ready for the track even when it’s parked.
Through the steep hill at turn 12, the Supra stayed planted, showing the stability and responsiveness that drivers have come to expect from the GR lineup.
Only 1,300 of these will make it to North America. Offered in red, black, or white, the Final Edition is the kind of car that turns heads without trying too hard—exclusive, capable, and unapologetically Supra.
A Commitment to Enthusiasts
Toyota GAZOO Racing has always had its eyes on the people who actually drive the cars, not just admire them. Its partnership with NASA is a clear example. Every new GR sports car owner gets a free one-year NASA membership, which includes a High Performance Driving Event (HPDE) track day—a chance to really test what the car can do. This perk started in 2019 just for GR Supra owners, but now it’s open to all GR sports car buyers, giving them a safe, structured way to push their cars and themselves.
Jeremy Croiset, NASA’s CEO, summed it up simply: the collaboration is a way to bring drivers closer to the thrill of performance driving. With the GR Supra leading the 2025 NASA Championships, that connection between street cars and track action is stronger than ever.
The Supra Legacy Continues
The fifth-generation GR Supra has been part of Toyota’s lineup long enough to prove it’s not just a showpiece. The MkV Final Edition adds a few extra touches—carbon bits, race-style graphics, and a setup that makes it stick to corners better than most cars on the road.
The Supra has a history with NASA events, and its presence on the track this year reinforces why it remains a favorite among enthusiasts. At the 2025 NASA Championships, it’s easy to forget it’s just a pace car. Drivers follow it, fans watch it, and you get the sense that this car does more than lead—it sets the tone. Even people who aren’t keeping track of lap times can’t help but notice it, the way it commands attention with every corner and straightaway.
Source: Toyota
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