RX-7 Joins Tokyo Xtreme Racer Lineup, Next Addition Teased

Tokyo Xtreme Racer will get the RX-7 FD3S, continuing the 90s JDM theme. The next teaser reveal looks to be the first modern car for the 2025 reboot.

Boom! We nailed it with our guess from the previous teaser. TXR’s developer Genki officially confirms the Mazda RX-7 FD3S as the latest addition to the 2025 Tokyo Xtreme Racer’s growing car roster.

The rotary-powered icon joins the Nissan Skyline R34 GT-R and Toyota Supra MKIV in showcasing some of the ultimate 90s JDM legends.

Mazda’s RX-7 FD needs no introduction. It’s a cornerstone of Japanese car culture, best known for its stunning design and unique 13B-REW twin-rotor engine.

However, Genki didn’t choose just any RX-7 FD – they selected the Type RZ introduced in the Series 8 update, as the logo on the rear pillar suggests.

The track-focused variant features improved turbochargers, upgraded Bilstein suspension, an upgraded muffler, and 17-inch BBS alloys. These upgrades boost the power output to 276 horsepower compared to the base model’s 236 hp while also enhancing the looks and handling.

Although the 1.3-liter two-rotor Wankel engine produces 276 horsepower in stock form, which isn’t exactly groundbreaking, its true appeal lies in its tuning potential. With the right supporting mods, the tiny rotary often achieves four-digit horsepower figures despite its crazy small displacement.

It’s not only its power potential that makes it a firm favorite, either. Its compact size, unique sound, high-revving abilities, and lightweight design make it a legend among enthusiasts and professional drifters.

Mad Mike Whiddett’s MADBUL RX-7 played a significant role in popularizing the platform in real-world drifting. MADBUL arguably remains Mad Mike’s most recognizable build, despite having some crazy additions to his roster since. Even F1 Champ Max Verstappen made the most of the opportunity to try and tame MADBUL recently.

Others will know the FD for its appearances in the Fast and Furious franchise, where the VeilSide Fortune kitted version was Han’s ride in the movie.

The FD is also heavily featured in the iconic drifting anime series Initial D as Keisuke Takahashi’s weapon of choice.

Following the confirmation, here’s the confirmed car roster for the 2025 TXR reboot so far:

• Nissan Skyline R34 GT-R V⋅spec II
• Toyota Supra JZA80 MKIV
• Mazda RX-7 FD3S Type RZ

With this announcement, many fans may wonder whether they’ll be treated to any modern cars in the game, given that we’ve only had a selection of 90s classics so far. Not that we’re complaining!

However, the teaser for the next JDM ride to be unveiled leaves us VERY optimistic that there’s something new right around the corner. We’ll share our thoughts below, but see if you can figure it out for yourself first from the hint below:

It’s a little tougher than usual this time, but did you get it?

… We’re sure it’s the Toyota GR86, which will make it the first modern car in the lineup! We’re stoked if this is the case since it confirms that TXR will offer a wide range of vehicles spanning different eras.

The GR86 builds upon the GT86/BRZ/FR-S platform, which has proven hugely successful in drifting. It features a 2.4-liter flat-four Boxer engine producing 228 horsepower in stock form.

Although the GR86 is still new, it’ll come as no surprise that drifters have already been unleashing its true potential by opting for some exciting engine upgrades. Our favorite is this incredible build, which features the perfect heart for any Toyota – the 2JZ-GTE.

If you missed the initial announcements, TXR’s planned 2025 reboot promises a return to the series’ roots with highway racing in a “blocked-off future Tokyo.”

While Genki gradually trickles out the reveals one by one, it keeps fans excited for what’s to come. Including officially licensed vehicles is an awesome development from earlier titles in the series.

Make sure you check back soon to see what’s unveiled next!

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