• Kuhl’s Outroad is based on the Toyota GR86 and Subaru BRZ.
  • Rugged upgrades include a bodykit, lift kit, and turbocharger.
  • Buyers can order full builds or individual upgrade options.

Update: Kuhl Racing has now fully revealed the Outroad project ahead of its 2026 Tokyo Auto Salon debut. We’ve refreshed this story with new photos, specifications, and pricing details.

Japanese tuners are busy crafting their projects for the 2026 Tokyo Auto Salon, and of course, Kuhl Racing wasn’t about to sit one out. The outfit famous for its loud wide-body kits has taken the humble Toyota GR86 and Subaru GR86 and reimagined them as high-riding, rally-flavored and turbocharged sports cars called the Outroad.

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A comprehensive package turns the Toyotobaru into the working man’s take on the Porsche 911 Dakar or Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato. In other words, it is a back-road fantasy for anyone without a supercar budget or a private sand dune to play on.

Following a stream of teasers, renderings, and behind-the-scenes build shots, the first finished Kuhl Outroad is now complete and fully kitted for both city streets and off-grid excursions.

From Street Car to Dirt Fighter

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Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions

Kuhl Racing

The conversion starts with new front and rear bumpers that integrate larger intakes, skid plates, and compact bull bars. Wide fender flares create space for meatier tires, while a roof rack with an LED bar adds some SUV flavor.

Despite these rugged cues, the visual drama remains pure Kuhl. The pronounced front and rear skirts don’t exactly help approach or departure angles, but they sharpen the car’s stance alongside headlight covers and a vented hood.

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The standout feature is at the rear, where louvers cover the back window, a large ducktail spoiler rises above a custom bumper, and aftermarket LED taillights complete the look. Kuhl acknowledges the setup draws inspiration from Mad Max. Black 18-inch forged wheels from Verz Wheels, along with the optional matte wrap, carry that theme through.

Together, these elements recall the digital-only GR86 Shooting Brake Crossover concept created a few years ago by digital artist Sugar Chow.

Suspension and Performance Upgrades

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Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions

As with most rally-inspired projects, the Kuhl Outroad sits higher than stock. A set of racing coilovers increases ground clearance by 3 inches (76 mm), with an optional hydraulic lifter adding another 1.6 inches (40 mm) on demand. Complementing the suspension upgrades are uprated brakes.

Under the hood, the 2.4-liter boxer engine has been fitted with a Trust turbo kit, a reprogrammed ECU, and an oil cooler. The company hasn’t released detailed specifications, but the turbocharger is expected to add at least 50 horsepower to the stock output of 232 hp (173 kW / 235 PS).

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Both the Toyota and the Subaru donor vehicles offer a choice between a manual or an automatic gearbox. However, power is exclusively transmitted to the rear axle.

Pricing

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Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
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Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions
Who Needs A WRX When Your GR86 And BRZ Have Boost And Dirty Intentions

Kuhl is now taking orders for the Outroad in Japan, available either as a fully built vehicle or as a parts kit for current owners. The full bodykit, along with optional accessories, is priced at ¥1,771,000 ($11,800). The wheel set adds another ¥440,000 ($2,800).

The most expensive single component is the Trust Turbo kit, listed at ¥1,250,000 ($8,300). To complete the performance side of the build, coilovers cost ¥202,400 ($1,400), while the brake upgrade comes in at ¥603,900 ($4,000).

A finished car built on the manual RC trim of the Toyota GR86 comes in at ¥4,150,000 ($26,600). That version includes most of the cosmetic changes, but skips the performance and chassis upgrades. Kuhl will be exhibiting a demo version of the Outroad at the 2026 Tokyo Auto Salon.