Recently, the online car market learned from relevant sources that toyota GR Corolla will be officially unveiled on April 1, which is the fourth model launched by Toyota's high-performance sports brand GR after GR SUPRA, GR YARiS and GR 86. In the US market, GR Corolla will launch the Circuit Edition and Core edition models, of which the Core version is expected to land in the US market by the end of 2022, and it is expected to be introduced to the domestic market in the future, and competitors point to performance cars such as the Honda Civic Type R.
In terms of appearance, the Toyota GR Corolla is based on the hatchback Corolla, and the front part adopts a large intake grille design, with ventilation holes on both sides, which can quickly dissipate heat from the engine compartment and tires. The car was also upgraded with front and rear bumpers and side skirts for better aerodynamics, and the rear was equipped with an exclusive tail wing to provide sufficient downforce when the vehicle was driving at high speeds. The front fenders and rear will be equipped with the "GR" and "GR FOUR" letter logos, making the new car very recognizable.
In terms of powertrain, Toyota GR Corolla is equipped with the same 1.6T three-cylinder engine as GR YARiS, with a maximum power of 223 kW and a torque of 370N·m, and the transmission system will be matched with a 6-speed manual transmission and a GR-Four four-wheel drive system, and automatic models may be introduced in the future. The power parameters of the new car have surpassed the Honda Civic Type R.