Toyota Corolla GR Sport

Toyota Corolla GR Sport has a minimalistic interior with all the amenities and features you would expect in a top-quality car. Inside, it has a black interior like the other GR models. The sports seats are very comfortable and feature the distinctive GR logo stitched on the headrests, complemented by side shoulder covers and red stitching. The GR-branded engine start button and the red door trim give a premium look to the car. 

Passenger & Boot space

Toyota Corolla GR Sport offers optimum comfort to the passengers, but a 12-volt battery and a spare wheel in the back have led to just 313 litres of boot space, which is less than even the Superminis. While cargo space is a bit compromised, it exudes a thoughtful balance between safety and practicality in the vehicle's design. The 60:40 split-fold rear seat design makes it easy to adjust the rear space as per your specific needs. The rear armseat comes with cupholders, enabling you to place your beverage on the go.

Is the Toyota Corolla GR Sport spacious? 

Toyota Corolla GR Sport's cargo space is a bit compromised due to a 12-volt battery and a spare wheel in the back.

Comfort & Entertainment

Toyota Corolla GR Sport comes with tons of top-notch amenities to enhance your driving experience. Display Audio with a 9" Capacitive Touch Screen seamlessly integrates convenience, entertainment, and connectivity features, offering a more enjoyable journey. GR Sport also features Android & Apple CarPlay Auto-ready Connectivity, USB & Bluetooth® and Miracast. 

Powered 8-way adjustable driver's seat is very comfortable and offers optimum lumbar support. The car comes with 6 audio speakers that offer a concert-like listening experience. USB charging ports keep electronic devices powered and connected on the go. Dual-zone, automatic climate control allows passengers to control and set their desired temperature setting. 

What comfort features does the Toyota Corolla GR Sport have?

Toyota Corolla GR Sport comes with various comfort features, such as a powered 8-way adjustable driver's seat, display audio with a 9" Capacitive Touch Screen, and Dual-zone, automatic climate control.

Toyota Corolla GR Sport exudes subtle visual changes, which makes it stand out from the other GR models. The front bumper looks different from a regular Corolla. The main distinction lies in the lower intake, which features a wider profile and is adorned with a captivating black trim with an eye-catching honeycomb-patterned mesh design. 18" alloy wheels and radiator upper grille give a sporty look to the car. The sides are kitted with a new rear bumper design and blacked-out side mirrors to further enhance the sporty appeal of the Corolla GR Sport.

Toyota Corolla GR Sport has a stiffened suspension, meaning the vehicle offers a more responsive and firmer ride. This change has significantly improved the vehicle's cornering and handling capabilities and boosts the joy of driving. The fine-tuned electric power steering system boosts steering response and offers a more direct and connected feel when you're behind the wheel. While it is not the most acrobatic car in its segment, the steering, suspension, and chassis improvements make the GR Sport more engaging to drive. It features two driving modes- ECO mode maximizes fuel efficiency, while SPORT mode offers responsive handling and sharp throttle response.

Toyota Corolla GR Sport comes with a 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic CVT that provides effortless acceleration. It is powered by a 1.8L DOHC Dual VVT-i Engine that produces 139 PS of exceptional power and 172 Nm of torque. Double wishbone rear suspension linear steering response during a high to mid-speed cornering.

What kind of transmission does the Toyota Corolla GR Sport have?

Toyota Corolla GR Sport comes with a 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic CVT. 

Toyota Corolla GR Sport is equipped with many active and passive safety features. It comes with a Blind Spot Monitor (BSM), pre-collision System (PCS), Vehicle Telematics System, Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Traction Control (TRC), Automatic High Beam (AHB), Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist. It has seven airbags that offer optimum protection to both the driver and the passengers in the event of a collision. Toyota Safety Sense Lane Departure Alert assists and alerts you when you're unintentionally out of the lane. 

How many airbags does the Toyota Corolla GR Sport have?

Toyota Corolla GR Sport has seven airbags.

Value for money

The starting price of the Toyota Corolla GR Sport in Malaysia is RM 152,800, and it goes up to RM RM 152,800 (excluding SST). Each unit also comes with 150,000km or a five-year warranty (whichever comes first).

Verdict 

Toyota Corolla GR Sport is much better than the other GR models. The refreshed look and the upgraded suspension system will enhance your driving experience. Most of the things that you see in it are a carryover from its base variant. If you've driven the Corolla Cross standard version before and found its suspension too spongy, then you would appreciate the GR-S treatment better. There are not many changes to the interior, but it offers everything required for a pleasant drive. It also gets the Toyota Safety Sense suite of driver assistance and safety systems to make your driving experience hassle-free. 

Is the Toyota Corolla GR Sport worth buying?

Like other GR-branded cars, the Toyota Corolla GR Sport is performance-oriented and offers an engaging driving experience. But the boot space is not that good, so if you prefer practicality and cargo space, you should not go for it.