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Toyota has announced that the iconic Celica nameplate will return to the World Rally Championship (WRC) in 2027, with the GR Celica Rally1 car set to compete alongside the GR Yaris Rally1. The Celica will be driven by Elfyn Evans, Oliver Solberg, and Sami Pajari, while the GR Yaris will be piloted by Ott Tänak, Takamoto Katsuta, and Kalle Rovanperä. Although the announcement focuses on the rally car, it fuels speculation about a potential production model. The GR Celica Rally1 will feature a new control chassis and turbocharged 1.6-liter inline-four engines, similar to the GR Yaris Rally1. However, the production Celica is expected to differ significantly, potentially adopting a mid-engined layout and a new 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Toyota has not confirmed the details of the production model, but the return of the Celica name to WRC adds credibility to rumors of a new road-going sports car.
The Toyota Celica, a beloved nameplate with a rich history in WRC, will make its comeback in the 2027 season.
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