Toyota GR Corolla
From RM 355,000 - 355,000
Great performance (handling/power)
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Overview
Summary
The new Toyota GR Corolla, one third of a trinity, launched alongside the all-new GR86 and the new GR Supra.
Based on the existing Corolla five-door hatchback, the new C-segment hot hatch is meaner-looking, and packs quite a punch.
Fully-imported (CBU) from Japan, its price of MYR 355,000 (on-the-road, w/o insurance), comes with a five-year and unlimited mileage warranty.
Four exterior colours are available. Precious Metal, Super White II, Emotional Red II, and Black.
Exterior
Body Dimensions
Weighing in at 1,475 KG, the new GR Corolla stands at 4,407 MM long, 1,851 MM wide, 1,479 MM tall, and with a wheelbase spanning 2,640 MM.
Front View
Designed with form and function in mind, the front end is more aggressive compared to its regular counterpart.
Notably, due to the wide fenders (60 MM, front) that contributes to the overall planted stance, and the huge Matrix Grille with side ducts, commanding the layout.
Accompanying these elements is a smoothly contoured GR front bumper, a different hood with functional air vents, and a sportier headlight cluster.
Rear View
The rear end’s design is toned and athletic, with matching elements and wide fenders (85 MM, rear) that contributes to the overall sporty layout like the front.
Fitted is a spoiler on its carbon fibre forged roof, a triple exhaust setup (two side round tips, one centre oval tip), a gloss-black lower bumper cover (functional air vents), and a black diffuser.
Headlamps
The headlamps are very sharply-shaped and have an axe-like theme. They look very focused and ties the whole front together.
Slanted inwards, their very sinister vibe is furthered when they’re illuminated, projecting a sharply refined, axe outline light graphic.
They are automatic Bi-LED projectors, with LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and LED turn signals. Also fitted is a set of LED fog lamps.
Tail Lamps
The tail lamps duplicate the head lamps exactly, at the same time contributing a lot of aesthetic to the rear layout, compensating the minimalistic style well.
They are LED combination units, and have also been paired to a set of matching fog lamps.
Side Mirror
The side mirrors are power-adjustable and -retractable with signal lamps.
Brakes
Front setup is a two-piece ventilated and slotted disc with four-piston monoblock callipers, clamping down on 355 MM rotors.
Whereas, the rear setup sees a ventilated and slotted disc with four-piston monoblock callipers, clamping down on 300 MM rotors.
Wheels
Gripping it to the tarmac is a set of 18-Inch 15-spoke, Enkei black alloy rims, wrapped in 235/40 R18 Yokohama Advan Apex tyres.
Interior
Dashboard
Getting the GR treatment all around, the new GR Corolla features a straightforward and sporty dashboard layout.
The all-black scheme dash sees soft-touch paddings on the panels, and comes with a GR steering wheel and GR instrument cluster.
All the elements are placed logically and driver centric, for a better driving experience. Overall, the craftsmanship is premium quality.
Instrument Cluster
A GR instrument cluster, fitted is a 12.3-Inch fully digital, Multi-Information Display (MID) LCD unit.
Said setup comes with a head-up display (HUD), an exclusive GR start-up animation, and other driving functions.
Seats
The seats come either in an all-black leather with ultrasuede or black with red trim upholstery. Both options feature a GR logo on the headrests.
Up front, fitted are GR bucket seats with six-way (driver) and four-way (passenger) power-adjustable functions, while the rear gets a 60:40 foldable function.
Space
Space in the cabin is ample. Sufficient head, shoulder and legroom for the front and rear occupants, considering it to be a performance-oriented hot hatch.
Storage Space
Sufficient storage areas are present, including side door pockets, backseat pockets, centre console compartments and a decent-sized glove box.
Steering Functions
The three-spoke GR steering wheel comes in all-black leather with a GR logo. It gets multi-switch functions, tilt and telescopic adjustments, paddle shifters, and an Electric Power Steering (EPS) system.
Cup Holders
There are two cup holders, located at the front centre console.
Charging Ports
It comes with one USB port, one 12-V power socket and one wireless charger, located at the front centre console.
Boot Space
Features
Active Safety
The new GR Corolla features the Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) Advanced Driver Assist System (ADAS), which includes Pre-Collision System (PCS), Lane Departure Alert (LDA), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), and Automatic High Beam (AHB).
Passive Safety
Passive safety includes seven airbags (front, front side, curtain shield, driver knee), two three-point ELR seat belts with reminder, pretensioner and force limiter (front, rear seats), and one three-point ELR (rear middle seat), and ISOFIX (rear seats), Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-Force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA), Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC), Emergency Stop Signal (ESS), reverse camera, parking sensors (front, rear), Tyre Pressure Warning System (TPWS), Vehicle Telematics System (VTS), immobiliser, Digital Video Recorder (DVR) (front), and Toyota Premium Security and Solar Film.
Drive Modes
There are three standard drive modes (Normal, Eco, Sport), and three GR-Four AWD modes (Front, Rear, Track).
Infotainment
It is installed with a nine-Inch touchscreen infotainment system, supporting Apple CarPlay and Android Auto wireless connectivity, and Bluetooth.
Driver Assistance
The Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) suite of ADAS, along with the accompanying systems will make the sporty driving experience more exhilarating, and most importantly, safer.
Sound System
It features a JBL, six-speaker setup.
Performance
Engine
Under the new GR Corolla’s bulging vented hood is a G16E-GTS 1.6-Litre, in-line three-cylinder turbocharged, DOHC petrol engine.
Tuned for higher power, the mill features D-4S direct and port injections, and an exhaust manifold integrated single-scroll turbo.
This setup generates a total output of 304 HP at 6,500 RPM and 370 NM of torque at 3,000 to 5,550 RPM.
Transmission
It gets a six-speed manual with iMT transmission (rev-matching function).
Drivetrain
Power is sent to all four wheels, via the ‘GR-Four Full-Time Sports All-Wheel Drive’ (AWD) system.
Acceleration
Zero to 100 KM/H is done in 5.3 seconds and top speed is 230 KM/H.
Fuel Consumption
It has a fuel tank capacity of 50-Litres, and has a fuel consumption figure rated at 5.3 L/100 KM.
Comfort
Convenience
The new GR Corolla comes with Smart Entry and Start system, auto headlamps, intermittent wipers with time adjustment, steering wheel with multi-switch functions, tilt and telescopic adjustments, paddle shifters, and an Electric Power Steering (EPS), GR bucket seats with six-way (driver) and four-way (passenger) power-adjustable functions, dual-zone automatic climate control, wireless charger, parking sensors (front, rear), Tyre Pressure Warning System (TPWS), and Vehicle Telematics System (VTS).
Ride Comfort
Installed up front is a setup of MacPherson strut with stabiliser, and a setup of double wishbone with stabiliser in the rear.
It is then paired with a Torsen limited-slip differential on the front and rear axles, making the ride quality solid, agile and responsive.
Overall, it is punchy, firm and safe, and the seats are supportive and well-bolstered, offering a sporty driving dynamic.
Sound Insulation
It has good sound insulation, covering all the NVH aspects, and there are no abnormal wind issues at any speed.
Wrap Up
Conclusion
The new Toyota GR Corolla may be derived from an existing model, but it’s a totally new product, offering a powerful performance dynamic and the style to match.
Strikingly, the exterior boasts a very sporty and athletic outlook, with sharp proportions, powerful contours, and an aggressively planted stance.
Overall, the Toyota GR Corolla is satisfactory. A well-built performance-oriented vehicle, especially with all the bells and whistles it comes with.
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