Overview
- Toyota publicly displayed the GRMN Corolla prototype at Fuji Motorsports Forest after running camouflaged development cars at the Nürburgring to refine high‑speed stability and cooling.
- The car keeps the 1.6‑liter three‑cylinder turbo with 305 hp while raising peak torque to 415 Nm and reshaping the torque curve for stronger midrange response between about 3,600 and 4,800 rpm.
- Toyota bolted on a race‑grade aero kit with hood intakes, wheel‑arch ducts, a revised bumper and an adjustable five‑position rear wing plus wider Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires to increase downforce and grip.
- Chassis and drivetrain changes center on a six‑speed manual, recalibrated all‑wheel drive, monotube dampers and bespoke springs and bump stops to sharpen steering and cornering for experienced drivers.
- Toyota confirmed limited production for Japan, North America and Australia with first deliveries due in 2027, announced a separate five‑seat automatic variant in development, and excluded Europe from the launch.