The first ever Toyota GR Corolla will be released in the fall

Sports cars Toyota GAZOO Racing will soon have a new member, but it will not just be another car, but the first GR Corolla in history. The Asian manufacturer announced this in an official statement.

Aesthetically, it looks with lines typical of the Toyota Corolla. However, the front grille looks completely aerodynamic and wide thanks to the grilles that cover most of the frontal area, complemented by LED headlights that create a sense of synchrony due to the way they are positioned.

Available colors for the car will be Ice Cap, Supersonic Red and Heavy Metal. The roof is made from forged carbon fiber, which makes a statement, as does the bulging vented hood, sporty rear spoiler, and leatherette-trimmed sport seats.

The technology is presented through a standard 8-inch touch screen equipped with the brand’s new multimedia system developed in the United States. Also, Models will be equipped with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 (TSS 3.0) with an advanced sensor system.

Other safety features include Pre-Collision with Pedestrian Detection, Steering-assisted Lane Departure Warning, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Traffic Sign Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) and rear traffic warning.

Toyota GR Corolla 2023: mechanical specifications

Under the hood of the 2023 Toyota GR Corolla is an engine that generates 300 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque in Core and Circuit Editions, and the MORIZO version does the trick with 295 lb-ft of torque.

Likewise, a triple exhaust is responsible for some of the big power, reducing back pressure and delivering the best possible performance. The Core and Circuit Editions reach speeds from 3,000 to 5,500 rpm, while the MORIZO reaches 6,000 rpm.

All versions are equipped with Toyota’s GR-FOUR All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) system, which offers different driving styles depending on the tastes of consumers, with a torque distribution of 60-40, 50-50 or 30-70 to the front and rear wheels . .