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2023 Toyota GR Corolla | First Drive 

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Toyota’s put their money where their mouth is with the GR Corolla and then done us a solid by offering it here in the US. The GR Corolla gets powered by the G16E 1.6-liter 3-cylinder single scroll turbo charged engine that makes 300 horsepower and cranks out 273 lb-ft torque.
There are three different versions of the GR Corolla available. The Core, Circuit Edition, which is only available in the launch year and the newly announced Morizo edition. There will only be 200 of those slated for US production. But let’s talk about the “normal” one first.
The Core grade is basically the base model. It gets a back rear spoiler, fender flares and cloth sport seats. The Circuit Edition gets those wide fenders, plus a hood bulge, and carbon fiber roof, suede-trimmed sport seats and red accents and a Morizo shift knob. All the GR Corollas get Toyota’s all-new Audio Multimedia 8-inch touchscreen that supports wireless CarPlay, Android Auto and over-the-air update capability.
The GR Corolla gets equipped with the GR-FOUR AWD system that the driver can customize for different torque distribution, 60:40 for normal driving, 50:50 for maximum stability either on a track or in inclement weather or 30:70 for when you’re on twisty roads.
The Circuit Edition gets a Torsen Limited Slip differential for better cornering. You can upgrade the Core edition to get this, too, otherwise you’ve got 4WD open diffs standard. You can also get the cold weather package on the Core trim for heated seats and steering wheel.
The throttle feels responsive and the turbo spools up quickly, so you don’t notice a ton of lag. 3-cylinders and 300 horses feel like plenty out here.
The GR Corolla gets an intelligent manual 6-speed transmission with rev-matching capabilities. Throws on this gearbox are short, they feel super smooth.
If we’re splitting hairs, I’m still of the mind that the gearbox on the Mazda MX-5 Miata is the best you can get on an affordable sports car. But I like how the gearing is set up on the GR Corolla. It’s a bit of a goldilocks scenario, not too long, but not too short, especially for normal driving.
In that 30:70 spilt you do come up against some understeer if you’re trying to get a little sideways, but for an AWD car, you can definitely have a blast. With that adjustable AWD system setting the power up the way you want it feels like a game changer.
When it comes to the suspension, you get a Macpherson front set up and double wishbone in the rear. It feels well tuned, on a smooth track it’s tough to judge, but I’m plenty comfortable, not too harsh sport mode. I’ll have to save more judgement for when I get it in more normal driving conditions.
This is going to get a ton of comparisons with the Honda Civic Type R, which gets a little more horsepower and torque with a 4-cylinder engine (315 hp/310 lb-ft torque) it’s a bit lighter (~3,150 lbs) but it’s front wheel drive verses AWD. It’s going to make for a fun comparison.
Overall, the story with the GR Corolla is that adjustable AWD system. It’s awesome, it’s what’s makes the GR Corolla stand out and it’s impressive. I think that’s going to win over a lot of folks looking for a fun hot hatch because it makes it so customizable for the type of driving you’re doing.
Visibility isn’t stellar because the C-pillar is a bit thick. But again, you’ve got safety features to help you stay out of trouble.
For a first crack at this car, after having spent about an hour in it my verdict, I want one. Even in this short a time, it feels like a complete package. I can’t wait to get more seat time and maybe even to a comparison with the forthcoming Civic Type R.
Base Core starts at $35,900, the Circuit Edition is $42,900 and if you’re one of the lucky ones, the special Morizo Edition goes for ($49,900) closer to 50.
That Morizo edition ratchets up the sport performance and gets more torque (295 lb-ft), deletes the rear seats and it gets wider Michelin Pilot Sport Cut 2 tires for max grip as well as an even stiffer chassis and mono-tube shocks.
Bonus lap in the Morizo edition and I couldn’t say no. More torque, shorter gears, 100 lighter. Drives like a totally different car. Mega amounts of fun. One of the most fun things I’ve driven in a while. It’s amazing how different it feels even from the Circuit Edition. That’s fun.
Competitors include the Honda Civic Si and Type R, Volkswagen GTI and R and the Hyundai Veloster N.
Super fun on the track. Super fun to drive as a daily. Manual transmission. Great dynamics, tech and standard features. Another Hot hatch! Okay, Toyota GR Corolla, awesome.
00:00 2023 Toyota GR Corolla
0:25 Engine
1:20 Exterior
1:34 Interior
3:02 Driving Impressions
9:10 Competitors

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Комментарии : 82   
@epbrown01
@epbrown01 Год назад
300hp, 273ft-lbs, in a *hatchback* and "That may not sound like a lot." Man, if you kids don't get off my lawn... that's 50hp more than the original 911 turbo.
@stevethomas760
@stevethomas760 Год назад
First gen NSX started out at 270 hp
@02bluehawk
@02bluehawk Год назад
C5 corvettes had just 315 People forgot that 300hp used to be big horsepower for factory cars. The mighty 2jz of the mk4 supra had just over 300hp from the factory. This thing is gonna an absolute weapon on track and I can't wait to see the aftermarket does to these.
@Xander1Sheridan
@Xander1Sheridan Год назад
@@02bluehawk go look at what they do to the Yaris. They can hit 500 hp easy but the second they up the rev limit and it blows rather quickly.
@02bluehawk
@02bluehawk Год назад
@@Xander1Sheridan yea I've seen it lifts the head
@ryanfrisby7389
@ryanfrisby7389 Год назад
Lyn, Mike, and Micah truly always make the best videos!
@Rualnys
@Rualnys Год назад
This will make a lot of owners happy.
@americanparser
@americanparser Год назад
Finally, Toyota puts out their own car that really gets in the game. By the way, nice job, Lynn! Looks like lots of fun.
@tommiller12345
@tommiller12345 Год назад
Lyn, great review. Thanks.
@doug186
@doug186 Год назад
Thanks for the daily driving review. Everyone else is track only👍🏼
@Jabid21
@Jabid21 Год назад
I’m happy that Toyota is actually serious about making cars like these instead of doing like an appearance package with a CVT. Kinda sad there isn’t Focus RS, Evo and STI for competition anymore.
@MandusahRamirez
@MandusahRamirez Год назад
I’m loving Toyota more these days!❤️ I do wish they’d make a Sedan version with The GR Yaris detuned version to compete with the Civic Si..
@dfk09
@dfk09 Год назад
Great review Lyn! Micah, please, a comparo with this car, the VW Golf R and a Civic Type R!!!!
@ADVelez
@ADVelez Год назад
KBB please tell us how to convince Toyota to sell directly to consumer and bypass greedy dealers. Let’s unite and refuse to pay above MSRP. I’m okay with waiting my turn and waiting even years so long is at the MSRP with zero market adjustments.
@officialyasir
@officialyasir Год назад
They literally can't..the new dealer association along with corrupt politicians wrote laws to make it illegal for dealers to sell directly to consumer. And Toyota doesn't have its own service centers so it has to be nice to dealers and play along.
@romairoblackstock5100
@romairoblackstock5100 Год назад
I couldn't help but notice the editors error. The Civic Type R makes 315 hp and 310 lb ft of torque. But the GR Corolla is superior in most if not all ways
@BobbyDigital_100
@BobbyDigital_100 Год назад
I was hoping Ms. Woodard would do this one! 💯
@johanmichael6624
@johanmichael6624 Год назад
Daaaamn that's a nice looking Toyota
@mikew6554
@mikew6554 Год назад
How's the cabin noise?
@hughventer2934
@hughventer2934 Год назад
So what is a WRX again?
@antonroux6737
@antonroux6737 Год назад
what about road and wind noise??
@seymorefact4333
@seymorefact4333 Год назад
🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲 HELL YES! LYN TESTING THE GR! RESPECT LYN. THANKS KBB. 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲 BEEN WAITING FOR HER THOUGHTS. Next... her comp review with vw r, type r, sti!
@ShubhoBose
@ShubhoBose Год назад
Now, if only Toyota would ensure that dealers don't put any markups.
@lukelawrence6007
@lukelawrence6007 Год назад
I like this more then the supra
@barsaf9989
@barsaf9989 Год назад
So mad that subaru canceled the STI. But so happy that Toyota jumped in the game. The only question is this or the Type R.
@Kiss__Kiss
@Kiss__Kiss Год назад
The NEW Type R is hideous looking. While I'm not into the boy racer looks (Sure, says a 2020 STI Owner) I think the current Type R, looks better.
@CM-le4yh
@CM-le4yh Год назад
Type R for the looks
@ppppw2
@ppppw2 Год назад
FWD vs AWD
@prasvasu4217
@prasvasu4217 Год назад
Or an Elantra N or a Golf R?
@ShubhoBose
@ShubhoBose Год назад
Get whatever you can get without dealer markups.
@rightlanehog3151
@rightlanehog3151 Год назад
Wow! Toyota has finally 'thrown a frickin' bone' to markets it bypassed with the real deal GR Yaris. 😁
@loudwingz162
@loudwingz162 Год назад
Can't wait to sell my taco and get this!
@vitovitale9867
@vitovitale9867 Год назад
Wow I never thought Toyota would start acting like BMW offering special editions for crazy money. When you include the dealers with their $15K surcharge even the plain base model will probably set you back $50K and I wouldn't be surprised to see the Morizo edition going for close to $70K. Yes it's a great little car I just hope they eventually build a sufficient number so that they don't exclusively end up all being traded by speculators!
@officialyasir
@officialyasir Год назад
Anyone paying 15k markups on a 3 cylinder Corolla hatchback is an idiot..
@AllStars2525
@AllStars2525 Год назад
Nice!
@oscardelarosa8217
@oscardelarosa8217 Год назад
Are they all 3 cylinders?
@ppppw2
@ppppw2 Год назад
Yes
@jeremylaws7010
@jeremylaws7010 Год назад
And the dealerships will only add a $20,000 premium over MSRP
@ppppw2
@ppppw2 Год назад
thats america for you :) L
@sshah2545
@sshah2545 Год назад
This car is heartbreakingly expensive. I want one SO bad but it’s out of reach, and that’s before dealer scum mark it up to new heights
@Xander1Sheridan
@Xander1Sheridan Год назад
too bad getting one for MSRP will be almost impossible.
@GriveGanz
@GriveGanz Год назад
they gonna sell sh** ton of these, dont they
@Ethan7s
@Ethan7s Год назад
It's been 15 hours since the upload, and there is not a single sweaty comment about door handles. So I have to be that disgusting internet degenerate and bring it up. Sorry Lyn, but the innuendo iguana will not be denied.
@and11972ster
@and11972ster Год назад
1.6t to pump out 300hp???!!!
@ppppw2
@ppppw2 Год назад
Yep :) and they have been modified up to 500hp with stock engine internals
@rasch19785
@rasch19785 Год назад
That's 500lbs more than the GR Yaris
@johnschlaefflin2100
@johnschlaefflin2100 Год назад
Why does that lady keep walking away from the camera? Does she keep forgetting she is supposed to do more of a review?
@rickjames5998
@rickjames5998 Год назад
max torq to 3000 to 5500 rpm. what.
@timw2083
@timw2083 Год назад
Toyota is on fire... I love the Supra as well but the GR Corolla seems more complete as a daily with hatchback to replace my Mazda3 hatch
@farcinue
@farcinue Год назад
If I was still young… maybe they will make a lexus version for us middle aged folk. Like an understated, sleeper sedan with some ooomph.
@stevethomas760
@stevethomas760 Год назад
"middle age", I'd have to live to 144. Not old compared to a Redwood.
@kotertsenn
@kotertsenn 8 месяцев назад
What’s this girls @
@jonb7597
@jonb7597 Год назад
Why no option for automatic
@MaddNomad1015
@MaddNomad1015 Год назад
It’s in development
@jonb7597
@jonb7597 Год назад
Oh ok how do you know?
@MisterMister5893
@MisterMister5893 Год назад
@@jonb7597 don’t be so naive.
@kylenavyguy
@kylenavyguy Год назад
Oh plz no lol. A standard is all out true driving.
@pattyjay9999
@pattyjay9999 Год назад
3300 pounds is not a light vehicle, I would rather have had the Yaris GR instead.
@thenman23
@thenman23 Год назад
yup but sadly they think americans ONLY want large vehicles. it's insane
@terr256
@terr256 Год назад
I might just trade my Focus ST for this car
@nitrostackr
@nitrostackr Год назад
I’m in the exact same boat.
@MendicantBias1
@MendicantBias1 Год назад
Toyota put their mouth where their money is! Oh my…
@seymorefact4333
@seymorefact4333 Год назад
☣☢☢ KBB LET LYN RALLY ! KBB LET LYN RALLY ! KBB LET LYN RALLY !
@williamguillIII
@williamguillIII Год назад
50K for a 3-cylinder.......no thanks.
@stevethomas760
@stevethomas760 Год назад
Well they did take out the back seat
@MisterMister5893
@MisterMister5893 Год назад
So it’s ok for bmw to charge $150k for the i8? This 3 cylinder has more power than theirs.
@CharlesSalami
@CharlesSalami Год назад
50k no thank you 😢
@prasvasu4217
@prasvasu4217 Год назад
60K is what you pay for a Boxster. 50K is reasonable given how they described it.
@brtnspn
@brtnspn Год назад
There's "a ton" of "a ton" expressions 6 minutes in. Pretty sloppy, you guys normally do better than this. And this is a larger and heavier GR Yaris - not sure if that was mentioned.
@dominicpierre2343
@dominicpierre2343 Год назад
Built in Japan is positive but three cylinders is a non-starter for me. Hello Honda I'm on my way
@ju4121
@ju4121 Год назад
Why? This engine has been proven to a good one.. Just look what the Europeans did to the gr yaris engine. Plus it has more hp per cylinder then the type r lol
@dominicpierre2343
@dominicpierre2343 Год назад
@@ju4121 I'm sorry did I offend you by expressing how I would spend my money? Feel free to purchase the vehicle for me and then I can live up to your standards. Now I'm going to drink my coffee if that's okay with you and I definitely hope that's not offensive
@dknight25
@dknight25 Год назад
@@ju4121 It all comes down to the potential and efficiency of the engine. The K series engine from Honda in the Type R is ahead of the competiton in this segment in its engineering. The way it delivers power and torque across all of the powerband is ahead of engines like the ones in the GR Corolla, the Elantra N and the Golf R.
@Rockybalboa541
@Rockybalboa541 Год назад
Make electric only vehicles - California
@officialyasir
@officialyasir Год назад
Imagine paying 40k and staring at an ugly Toyota Corolla interior
@kylenavyguy
@kylenavyguy Год назад
You're buying the GRC for the performance and drivertrain. You expect their reliable economy vehicle to look like a Lexus or something? 🤷‍♂️
@officialyasir
@officialyasir Год назад
@@kylenavyguy definitely don't expect it to look like a Lexus but just not a standard boring Corolla
@rustbeltrobclassic2512
@rustbeltrobclassic2512 Год назад
Too expensive for the good one, there’s better out there, and 25k in go fast parts on a SE manual corolla would eat this thing’s lunch.. fail Toyota..
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