Toyota Unveils Ogier 9x Champion GR Yaris Edition

Toyota has unveiled a limited-edition GR Yaris to celebrate Sébastien Ogier's ninth World Rally Championship title, coinciding with the 2026 WRC season opener at Rally Monte Carlo in the French Alps. The event, which begins Thursday evening, marks Ogier's return as the reigning champion and a strong favorite to secure an 11th victory on the iconic asphalt stages where he grew up.

The GR Yaris Sébastien Ogier 9x World Champion Edition, produced by Toyota Gazoo Racing, draws inspiration from Ogier's recent success and rally heritage. Limited to 200 units worldwide, with 100 allocated to Europe and the remaining 100 available in Japan through a lottery, the model builds on the existing Aero Performance Package. It features aerodynamic enhancements, including a new rear wing, and two bespoke all-wheel-drive modes developed in collaboration with Ogier. The "Seb" mode employs a 40-60 torque split for a rear-biased feel on fast roads, while the "Morizo" mode locks the front and rear axles under throttle for optimal traction on gravel, relaxing during braking to mimic real-world rally conditions. Exterior updates include Black Gravite paint, matte black wheels, blue brake calipers, and...