“The 2025 Dakar Rally represents TOYOTA GAZOO Racing’s commitment to excellence and innovation. With Repsol joining us as a key partner, we are taking significant strides towards a sustainable future. Our team this year is a blend of youth and experience, which we believe is essential for tackling the challenges of Dakar. The GR DKR Hilux Evo has been meticulously refined, and I’m confident that we are fielding one of the strongest line-ups in this year’s event.”
Lucas Moraes:
“I’m incredibly excited to take on the Dakar Rally once again, especially as part of such a strong team. The GR DKR Hilux Evo is an incredible machine, and with the latest improvements, I feel confident we have everything we need to compete at the highest level. It’s an honor to represent Toyota and to work with partners like Repsol as we drive towards a more sustainable future in motorsport.”
Seth Quintero:
“Being part of TOYOTA GAZOO Racing for the 2025 Dakar is a dream come true. Every year, I learn and grow more as a driver, and the Dakar is the ultimate test. With Repsol onboard as a sponsor, it’s exciting to know that we’re contributing to something bigger than just racing – we’re pioneering renewable technologies and proving what’s possible with sustainable energy in motorsport.”
GR DKR Hilux Evo
All six crews will compete in the latest iteration of the race-proven GR DKR Hilux Evo. While staying true its trusted and reliable core design that has delivered multiple victories, the 2025 version has undergone meticulous refinements, enhancing even further quality, durability, and reliability – values at the heart of Toyota’s approach. These upgrades are rooted in Toyota’s Kaizen philosophy of continuous improvement, with each iteration building on past successes to create a vehicle that can withstand the toughest terrains.
The 2025 Dakar Rally also marks a strengthened partnership with Repsol, who remains a key sponsor to TGR. This partnership reflects TGR’s dedication to sustainable innovation. Repsol demonstrates its expertise in renewable fuels playing a key role in Toyota’s multi-path technology strategy. Supporting a future towards carbon neutrality in motorsports.
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine
V35A Production Engine
Donor
Land Cruiser 300
Engine Type
Twin Turbo, Petrol
Control Regulation
Boost Limited by FIA Reference Power Curve
Power
264 kW @ 5,300 rpm
Torque
620 Nm
Engine Management
Motec
Transmission
Sadev 6-speed, Sequential Shift
Differentials
All Limited Slip (front, centre, rear)
Clutch
Ceramic Twin Plate, 215 mm
Construction
Tubular Frame
Wheel Base
3,140mm
Track
2,025mm
Overall Length
4,810mm
Overall Width
2,300mm
Overall Height
1,890mm
Overall Mass
2,010 kg, FIA Regulated Minimum (dry weight)
Body
Toyota Hilux Double Cab Pick-Up, Full Composite
Front Suspension
Double Wishbone, 350 mm Travel
Rear Suspension
Double Wishbone, 350 mm Travel
Wheels
Evo Course, 17 inches
Tyres
BF Goodrich, 37 inches
Fuel Tank
FT3 Safety Cell, 540 litres
TEAM LAND CRUISER TOYOTA AUTO BODY
#500
Akira Miura
Jean-Michel Polato
Driver LeftAkira Miura(Japan)
Career Highlights
−Dakar Rally, Production Category 1st place (2018,2021,2022,2024)
−Dakar Rally, Dakar Rally, Production Category Runner-up (2019, 2020,2023)
Co-driver RightJean-Michel Polato(France)
Career Highlights
−Dakar Rally, Production Category 1st place (2023)
−Dakar Rally, Production Category Runner-up(2021,2022,2024)
−Andalucia Rally, Production Category Runner-up(2020)
#501
Ronald Basso
Jean-Pierre Garcin
Driver LeftRonald Basso(France)
Career Highlights
−Dakar Rally, Production Category 1st place (2023)
−Dakar Rally, Production Category Runner-up(2021,2022,2024)
−Andalucia Rally, Production Category Runner-up (2020)
−Rally of Morocco, Production Category 1st place（2023,2024）
Co-driver RightJean-Pierre Garcin(France)
Career Highlights
−Dakar Rally, Production Category 1st place（2016,2017,2019,2020）
−Rally of Morocco, Production Category 1st place（2024）
TOYOTA LAND CRUISER 300 GR SPORT
The Stock (Production Car) category, in which TLC competes, is based on vehicles that are close to standard production model specifications, except for mandatory equipment, which must be added to ensure safe racing. Changes to the structure or materials of key components like the engine, body, and frame are prohibited to highlight the performance of the base production vehicle.
The 2025 rally-spec cars are based on those used in the 2024 rally, with additional improvements made to off-road performance, reliability, and durability. Key changes include increasing suspension stroke within vehicle regulation limits to further enhance terrain-holding performance.
*1 Based on vehicle regulations, operated in rally-exclusive control manual mode for gears 1-8 (with reverse).
*2 Based on the OPEN COUNTRY M/T-R 2023 specifications, the improved case structure and shallower grooving on the tread increase rigidity and reduce weight. In addition, the materials used for the components are environmentally friendly and sustainable.
*3 Abbreviation for Electronic Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System for a high level of on-road driving stability and off-road driving performance. World-first system in a Land Cruiser 300. Changed to a special manual control mode to meet rally regulations (E-KDSS in production models is automatically controlled).
TOYOTA GAZOO Racing IS SUPPORTED BY FOLLOWING PARTNERS:
COMMENT
Andrea Carlucci
Team Principal:
“The 2025 Dakar Rally represents TOYOTA GAZOO Racing’s commitment to excellence and innovation. With Repsol joining us as a key partner, we are taking significant strides towards a sustainable future. Our team this year is a blend of youth and experience, which we believe is essential for tackling the challenges of Dakar. The GR DKR Hilux Evo has been meticulously refined, and I’m confident that we are fielding one of the strongest line-ups in this year’s event.”
Lucas Moraes:
“I’m incredibly excited to take on the Dakar Rally once again, especially as part of such a strong team. The GR DKR Hilux Evo is an incredible machine, and with the latest improvements, I feel confident we have everything we need to compete at the highest level. It’s an honor to represent Toyota and to work with partners like Repsol as we drive towards a more sustainable future in motorsport.”
Seth Quintero:
“Being part of TOYOTA GAZOO Racing for the 2025 Dakar is a dream come true. Every year, I learn and grow more as a driver, and the Dakar is the ultimate test. With Repsol onboard as a sponsor, it’s exciting to know that we’re contributing to something bigger than just racing – we’re pioneering renewable technologies and proving what’s possible with sustainable energy in motorsport.”