Toyota's Yaris Has a DRIFT MODE?! You Won't Believe It!

Toyota's gone wild! It's official: the already bonkers GR Yaris, that scrappy little ball of rally-bred fury, is getting even more unhinged. And this time, it's all thanks to a tribute to none other than nine-time World Rally Champion, Sébastien Ogier. Forget sensible grocery-getting – this Yaris wants to dance sideways.

Toyota's Yaris Has a DRIFT MODE?! You Won't Believ...

Nicknamed the "little firefly" (and a rather apt description, I must say, given its quickness and agility), the GR Yaris has already proven it's no ordinary hatchback. But Toyota's rally division clearly felt there was room for improvement, or perhaps just more…fun. How much more aggressive *can* you make this car? Apparently, quite a bit.

Toyota is marking the occasion with a limited-edition GR Yaris for the 2026 model year, a fitting homage to the legendary French driver. Now, this isn’t just slapping on some fancy paint and calling it a day. We’re talking serious performance enhancements, tweaked directly by the man himself.

Let’s talk exclusivity. We're only seeing 200 of these beauties produced worldwide. Forget just walking into a dealership and writing a check. This isn't just some cosmetic upgrade; it's a full-blown technical masterpiece, and Sébastien Ogier had a hand in fine-tuning the all-wheel-drive system. This resulted in not one, but *two* distinct driving modes. Ready for this?

First up, "Seb" Mode. This prioritizes power to the rear wheels. Think controlled slides, smoky drifts, and a grin plastered across your face. Then there's "Morizo" Mode. Named after Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda's racing alias (a cool nod to the company's performance-focused leadership, in my opinion), this one maximizes grip for the absolute fastest lap times. Track day, anyone?

Beyond the performance tweaks, the car gets a visual upgrade, too. A more subtle carbon fiber (CFRP) wing adds to the aerodynamics without going overboard. Plus, you'll notice striking blue brake calipers and a subtle French flag accent on the grille – a proud tip of the hat to Ogier's heritage. Inside, the steering wheel boasts blue, white, and red stitching, mirroring the French flag, along with a unique production plaque, proudly displaying your car's number (e.g., 1/200). Pretty cool, right?

Of course, all this exclusivity and performance comes at a price. While Toyota hasn’t officially announced the MSRP, considering previous special editions flirted with the €70,000 mark, expect this one to command a premium. But even if you *have* the cash, securing one of these bad boys won't be easy. Rumor has it that Toyota will likely implement a lottery or application system to ensure a fair allocation of these 200 highly coveted machines. Good luck, you'll need it!