The G16E-GTS undoubtedly radiates three-cylinder 2JZ vibes. Toyota wasn't a stranger to small, feisty engines before the G16E-GTS. One of its most popular engines among enthusiasts is the 4A-GE ...

Toyota has liberated an extra 19bhp and 23lb ft from the purpose-designed G16E-GTS 1.6-litre three-cylinder engine, up to 276bhp and 288lb ft from the 257bhp and 265lb ft figures of the original.

Toyota Gazoo Racing has previously mentioned ... the stock-standard GR Yaris is powered by the Japanese automaker’s G16E-GTS engine. Locally, the 1.6-litre, three-cylinder turbo charged petrol ...