I believe if Toyota will add the GR name to the 86, they want the performance of the GR models to speak for themselves; and not be criticized for just slapping the name with nothing to gain. There were very few differences with the 1st-generation Toyota 86/Subaru BRZ. They behave almost the same, look similar aside from badging and minor exterior and interior changes. Toyota has worked hard to have a more differentiated result with the Toyota Supra/BMW Z4, though, still, a lot of enthusiasts said it still feels very BMW. One thing I don’t like with the Supra is the interior door mechanism and design, especially with the door pin, which is very BMW. I hope this time around, with the 2nd-generation 86, Toyota will give the 86 its own identity, make it feel like a real Toyota, so that when enthusiasts drive one, they won’t say it’s a BMW or Subaru; but a Toyota instead.