GR Corolla GTS (6sp manual)
$67,990 +ORC
- Engine
- 1.6L turbo 3cyl petrol
- Power
- 221 kW
- Fuel use
- 8.4 L/100 km
- Drive
- AWD
Toyota
2026 Toyota GR Corolla
Hot hatch
On sale nowPetrol
From $67,990 plus on-road costs
The GR Corolla takes the rally tech from the GR Yaris and drops it into a five-door body with a usable rear seat.
From$67,990+ORC
Engine1.6L turbo 3cyl petrol
Power221 kW
Fuel use8.4 to 9.5 L/100 km
Boot213 L
Warranty5 yrs / unlimited km
CarTell take
We haven't driven the GR Corolla yet. On paper, allocations are tight, dealer markups happen on the open market. ANCAP has not rated the GR Corolla.
Why consider it
- 221 kW from a three-cylinder, the highest output GR-Four spec sold.
- Five-door body with usable rear seat, three GR-Four drive modes (Normal, Sport, Track), Performance Pack adds Torsen front and rear LSDs.
What to know
- $67,990 entry is more than a Golf R and less practical than a Civic Type R.
- Ride is firm on Performance Pack BBS wheels.
- 213 L boot is small for a hot hatch this size.
Who it suits
Track day hunters, five-door GR fans, manual diehards and auto converts who want GR-Four tech in a body with a usable rear seat. GTS Performance is the spec to chase.
Small families
Practical everyday space
Keen drivers
221 kW on tap
Performance and ownership
The numbers that matter day to day.1.6L turbo 3cyl petrol
Powertrain
221 kW, 400 Nm
8.4 to 9.5 L/100 km
Claimed fuel use
Combined cycle.
5 yrs / unlimited km
Warranty
Grades and pricing
2 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.| Grade | Price from | Engine | Power | Fuel use | Drive | Key differences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GR Corolla GTS (6sp manual) | $67,990 +ORC | 1.6L turbo 3cyl petrol | 221 kW | 8.4 L/100 km | AWD | |
| GR Corolla GTS (8sp auto) | $70,490 +ORC | 1.6L turbo 3cyl petrol | 221 kW | 9.5 L/100 km | AWD |
GR Corolla GTS (8sp auto)
$70,490 +ORC
- Engine
- 1.6L turbo 3cyl petrol
- Power
- 221 kW
- Fuel use
- 9.5 L/100 km
- Drive
- AWD
Practicality and safety
213 L
Boot space
Not ANCAP rated
Safety rating. No Australian crash rating for this model yet
AWD
Drivetrain
Top rivals
Look at the alternatives if you want more power (Civic Type R, Golf R), a sharper buy-in (Subaru WRX), or the more focused GR Yaris if rear seats are not needed.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the 2026 Toyota GR Corolla in Australia?
Pricing opens at $67,990 plus on-roads for the GR Corolla GTS (6sp manual) and tops out at $70,490 plus on-roads for the GR Corolla GTS (8sp auto), across 2 variants. Prices checked October 2026, so confirm with a dealer.
What is the difference between GR Corolla and GR Yaris?
Same 1.6L turbo three-cylinder and GR-Four AWD, but the GR Corolla makes 221 kW (versus 200 kW in the Yaris), has five doors with a usable rear seat, and a 213 L boot (versus 174 L in the Yaris).
What does the Performance Pack add?
Torsen limited-slip differentials front and rear, forged BBS wheels, and red brake calipers. The drivetrain hardware is the same.
Has cartell.live reviewed the Toyota GR Corolla?
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The Toyota GR Corolla in full
The GR Corolla takes the rally tech from the GR Yaris and drops it into a five-door body with a usable rear seat. 221 kW from the G16E-GTS three-cylinder, GR-Four AWD with three drive modes, manual or 8-speed Gazoo Racing automatic. Performance Pack adds Torsen front and rear LSDs.
From$67,990+ORC
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