Toyota GR Corolla

While there is talk of the Honda Civic Type R, code FL5 itself , it is very likely that it will be introduced in Thailand for the first time with the Toyota GR Coroll, its direct competitor. It has also been identified as potentially being marketed in Thailand as well. So we’d like to take all of you to get to know him a little better .

Toyota GR Corolla  is the fourth vehicle of the GR family designed to meet the needs of US customers. who want a powerful hatchback like the GR Yaris in particular, but for many reasons including different target groups, Toyota USA decided to adopt the modified Corolla and put together the GR version instead,

Which seems to be a valid concept at all.

Although the GR Corolla is based on the regular Corolla (available in the US, a different model from the Corolla Altis sold in Thailand), it has been refurbished in almost every major point.

Whether it’s a stronger body structure with more welding points, an aluminum roof and hood, suspension and brakes. It was designed and modified into a new group. Including exterior design re-engineered to be more aggressive and more prominently proportioned from head to tail to support use at higher speeds both in the field or even through dust

Another important selling point for it. It’s a matter of power. That changed from a 2.0-liter four-cylinder petrol engine with a maximum output of 170 hp and maximum torque of 205 Nm to a reused 1.6-liter inline three-cylinder turbocharged G16E-GTS. –

Tuned from the powertrain on the GR Yaris. T can even propel up to 304 hp with a maximum torque of 370 Nm.

This is superior to the regular Corolla because in addition to the powertrain that has been converted to a six-speed manual transmission, the lock ratio and then it also comes with an AWD system that allows the driver to adjust the ratio of power transmission from the engine to the front and rear wheel assembly.

Which will be between 60:40 or 50:50 or 30:70 in the event that the car must be driven on roads with different conditions This is the main feature that distinguishes it from the Honda Civic Type R 2023, its competitor of the same nationality.

Based on Toyota GR Corolla specifications sold in the US. It will be divided into 3 levels by price ie.

• Basic: Price 35,900 US dollars, which is about 1,136,000 baht, excluding shipping.

It is a basic model car. It comes with an optional performance package where the customer’s vehicle will be equipped with a limited slip differential. Both for a set of wheels, front and rear, with a set of 14-inch disc brakes up front, and brake calipers painted red for a set price of $1,180 or about 43,300 baht , customers can choose to buy more.

Toyota GR Corolla

If that’s not enough customers can also purchase the $770 tech package option, which comes with JBL’s premium speaker set, wireless mobile phone charger, and built-in GPS navigation.

Before you end up with a cold-weather package of $500 or about 18,300 baht to install a four-seat and steering-wheel heat system to warm the car in winter.

• Circle Edition: Price 42,900 US dollars, about 1,574,000 baht, not including shipping.

Amid the car model, customers can choose from the same options as the previous base version. But what’s even more special comes with a lightweight carbon roof, perforated aluminum hood and engine cooling fins, a leather-wrapped gear knob, and a rear spoiler. Installed since leaving the factory

• Morezo version: price 49,900 USD, about 1,831,000 baht , excluding shipping.

The highest engine model car will be tuned to be a little more powerful until the maximum torque moves to the main touch 399 Nm, the original wheel assembly The addition of Michelin Cup 2 tires is that it is stronger than the original,

The car is 45kg lighter than the Circuit version due to the removal of parts unnecessary for use on the racetrack. Like the rear passenger seat left behind and interesting it will be produced in a limited number of only 200 units.

Of course, at this time information about the price or options that Toyota GR Corolla will be sold in our home. What is this sub? How much is it? No one has ever been able to pinpoint the exact details. At least until the moment of the actual release. Which is expected to happen at the 2022 Auto Show which will be held in the next few months.