Our pursuit of high performance in the WRC
Armed with more knowledge, a stronger, faster Yaris WRC and three hard-charging crews, TOYOTA GAZOO Racing tackle the 2018 FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) pushing the limits for better.
Ultimate training ground
Epic jumps, sensational slides and terrifying top speeds, the WRC is the ultimate vehicle test bed. After 17 years away, we are hungrier than ever to fight on the world’s most extreme roads, and achieve our goal of making ever-better cars for all.
“I’m very excited that we’re going
to keep on learning this year”
Tommi Mäkinen
(Team Principal)
to keep on learning this year”
Tommi Mäkinen
(Team Principal)
Born to perform
The Yaris WRC is a new generation rally car built to be driven at the limit on the world’s most demanding rally stages.
1.6-litre, in-line 4-cylinder direct injection engine.
Over 380 PS - nearly twice the power of Yaris GRMN hot hatch
201 kph (ratio specific) – geared for incredible acceleration and response
New front bumpers and fenders increase downforce and balance
All roads lead to better
Tarmac
Twisty turns, unforgiving roads and durable hard tyres. Lowered suspension is a must-have for high-speed events such as Tour de Corse.
Gravel
Rutted roads, rocky tracks and a range of tyre compounds. Raised gravel suspension is crucial for hot weather events such as Rally Mexico.
Snow
Frozen roads, snow banks and studded tyres. A loose-surface suspension setup is essential for sub-zero events such as Rally Sweden.
Yaris GRMN: From rally to road
Born with rally DNA, the limited-edition Yaris GRMN road car was tuned and tested on the Nürburgring Nordschleife, reigniting the spirit of hot hatches from the past. Through its combination of power, precision and performance, the Yaris GRMN reignites the spirit of hot hatches from the past.
Discover Yaris GRMN
Season highlights
Meet the team
Led by four-time world champion, Tommi Mäkinen, the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team is primed and ready to push the limits in 2018.
Akio Toyoda
Team Chairman
Tommi Mäkinen
Team Principal
Car #7
Driver: Jari-Matti Latvala
Country: Finland
WRC Starts: 182
Highlights: WRC runner-up (2010, 2014 & 2015)
Country: Finland
WRC Starts: 182
Highlights: WRC runner-up (2010, 2014 & 2015)
Car #7
Co-Driver: Miikka Anttila
Country: Finland
WRC Starts: 193
Highlights: WRC runner-up (2010, 2014 & 2015)
Country: Finland
WRC Starts: 193
Highlights: WRC runner-up (2010, 2014 & 2015)
Car #8
Driver: Ott Tänak
Country: Estonia
WRC Starts: 79
Highlights: 3rd in World Rally Championship (2017)
Country: Estonia
WRC Starts: 79
Highlights: 3rd in World Rally Championship (2017)
Car #8
Co-Driver: Martin Järveoja
Country: Estonia
WRC Starts: 50
Highlights: WRC runner-up (2010, 2014 & 2015)
Country: Estonia
WRC Starts: 50
Highlights: WRC runner-up (2010, 2014 & 2015)
Car #9
Driver: Esapekka Lappi
Country: Finland
WRC Starts: 29
Highlights: First WRC victory (Rally Finland, 2017)
Country: Finland
WRC Starts: 29
Highlights: First WRC victory (Rally Finland, 2017)
Car #9
Co-Driver: Janne Ferm
Country: Finland
WRC Starts: 29
Highlights: First WRC victory (Rally Finland, 2017)
Country: Finland
WRC Starts: 29
Highlights: First WRC victory (Rally Finland, 2017)
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