Overview
- Toyota’s Gazoo Racing officially unveiled the GRMN Corolla on Tuesday as an extreme, track‑focused evolution of the GR Corolla that will be built in limited numbers.
- The GRMN is a strict two‑seater with the rear seats removed, a close‑ratio six‑speed manual only, and a weight cut of roughly 30 kg to sharpen handling and driver engagement.
- Extensive carbon‑fibre aero, an adjustable rear wing, bespoke monotube shock absorbers with rebound springs, retuned electric power steering, revised AWD torque distribution, and 245/40 R18 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres aim to improve high‑speed cornering and sustained track performance.
- Toyota retains the 1.6‑litre turbo three‑cylinder near 300 hp figure but published torque numbers vary by region, with reports citing modest increases in the 408–415 Nm range, and Toyota has added an intercooler spray system for extended track use.
- Toyota confirmed limited sales for Japan, North America and Australia with deliveries beginning in 2027 in some markets, and it said a related five‑seat GR Corolla Morizo RR with an eight‑speed automatic is under development; pricing, final volumes and exact launch dates will be announced later.