The Toyota Soarer is a luxury sports coupe that was sold in New Zealand from 1986 to 2005. It was available with a range of engines, including a 2.5-litre inline-six, a 3.0-litre V6, and a 4.0-litre V8.
The Soarer was known for its sleek styling, comfortable interior, and smooth ride. It was also equipped with advanced features such as electronically controlled suspension and four-wheel steering. The Soarer was a popular choice among car enthusiasts in New Zealand, and many examples can still be found on the roads today.

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Technical Specifications
- Engine: 2.5L or 3.0L inline 6-cylinder engine
- Horsepower: 206-276 hp
- Torque: 220-318 lb-ft
- Transmission: 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic
- Top Speed: 180-250 km/h
- Acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 6-8 seconds
- Wheelbase: 2.6 metres
- Length: 4.7 metres
- Width: 1.8 metres
- Weight: 1,500-1,700 kg
This is a guide – technical specifications may vary vehicle to vehicle.
Toyota Soarer variants
Variant | Overview | Tech Specs |
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1991-2000 Soarer GT | 2-door coupe with 2.5L or 3.0L engine, RWD, and 4-speed automatic transmission. | Engine: 2.5L or 3.0L Transmission: 4-speed automatic Drive: RWD |
1991-2000 Soarer Aerocabin | 2-door convertible with 2.5L or 3.0L engine, RWD, and 4-speed automatic transmission. | Engine: 2.5L or 3.0L Transmission: 4-speed automatic Drive: RWD |
1991-2000 Soarer 2.5GT-T | 2-door coupe with 2.5L turbocharged engine, RWD, and 4-speed automatic transmission. | Engine: 2.5L turbocharged Transmission: 4-speed automatic Drive: RWD |
1991-2000 Soarer 4.0GT | 2-door coupe with 4.0L V8 engine, RWD, and 4-speed automatic transmission. | Engine: 4.0L V8 Transmission: 4-speed automatic Drive: RWD |
2001-2005 Lexus SC430 | 2-door convertible with 4.3L V8 engine, RWD, and 5-speed automatic transmission. | Engine: 4.3L V8 Transmission: 5-speed automatic Drive: RWD |
Consult official manufacturer websites for the latest data.