According to the report, GR, which stands for Gazoo Racing, Toyota's official motorsports arm and performance sub-brand, is developing a hybrid powertrain that uses a n ewly developed 2.0-liter turbo-4 as its gas component. The move will enable Toyota to meet stricter emissions regulations in both road car and motorsports applications.

Toyota is preparing to usher its Gazoo Racing (GR) performance lineup into the hybrid era with a new electrified powertrain to ensure its high-performance models continue to thrive into the future.

Toyota's turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that is currently under development has been designed with electrification in mind

Toyota is on track with the development of its performance engines as the company is reportedly working on a new 2.0-liter four-banger for applications specifically in its new hybrid GR sports cars. According to AutoCar in the UK,

Toyota’s GR Corolla and GR Yaris are impressive cars, but their tiny, turbocharged three-cylinder engine has left many wanting more. The automaker is reportedly working on an upgrade for the cars, which could bring hybrid power and a larger four-cylinder engine.