Toyota Sprinter Trueno GT Apex
The AE86 that launched a thousand drift careers — Initial D's hero car, a lightweight RWD Corolla with a high-revving 4A-GE that teaches you everything about car control.
C
Class
RWD
Drivetrain
128 hp
Power
1985
Model Year
940 kg
Weight
1.6L I4
Engine
Vehicle Specs
| Spec | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 4.0 | 128 hp won't win any drag races — that's not the point |
| Handling | 7.0 | 940 kg, RWD, 50:50 balance — go-kart agility |
| Acceleration | 4.5 | 4A-GE needs revs — keep it above 5,000 rpm |
| Launch | 4.0 | No power, no traction issues — just floor it |
| Braking | 5.0 | Vintage disc/drum setup — upgrade immediately |
| Off-Road | 5.0 | Light enough to be fun on gravel with the right tires |
| PI (Stock) | 450 | Low C class, massive upgrade headroom to A/S1 |
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Initial D icon — one of the most beloved cars in car culture history
- Only 940 kg — one of the lightest cars in FH6, telepathic response
- 4A-GE engine revs to 7,800 rpm and sounds glorious doing it
- The ultimate driver's training car — no aids, no power, all skill
- Enormous upgrade potential — engine swap to 2JZ, 3S-GTE, or 20V 4A-GE
Cons
- 128 hp in stock form — you will be passed. A lot.
- Vintage drum brakes in the rear — upgrade before racing anyone
- No power steering — heavy steering at low speeds
- Narrow vintage tires offer minimal grip by modern standards
- Torsion beam rear suspension limits ultimate handling potential
Best Tuning Setup
Tires & Rims
CompoundSport (for road) / Rally (for dirt fun)
Front Width195 mm
Rear Width195 mm
Rim Size14 in (Watanabe RS)
Drivetrain
Final Drive4.30
DifferentialRace LSD (85% accel — essential upgrade)
Transmission5-Speed Manual (close-ratio swap)
Suspension
SpringsRace (F: 400, R: 380)
Ride HeightF: 4.5, R: 4.8
Anti-Roll BarsF: 26, R: 24
CamberF: -2.0°, R: -1.5°
Aero & Brakes
Front AeroJ-blood front lip
Rear WingTRD N2 ducktail spoiler
Brake Balance55% front
Brake Pressure95%
How to Get It
Autoshow
Buy for 20,000 CR. Available from the start — the best early-game driver's car.
Wheelspin
Very common drop. You'll own five by accident.
Best Events For This Car
| Event Type | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Drift Zones | A-Tier | Light RWD with LSD upgrade = drift machine |
| Touge / Mountain Roads | S-Tier | Its natural habitat — tight downhill corners |
| Road Racing (C/B) | B-Tier | Competitive in low classes with the right tune |
| Dirt Racing | B-Tier | Light enough to be genuinely fun on loose surfaces |
| Speed Traps | D-Tier | 128 hp. What did you expect? |
| Drag Racing | D-Tier | You're not serious, right? |