Toyota teases New 272 bhp GR Corolla

Toyota Motor continued to hint at the imminent release of the powerful GR Corolla hatchback . A blurred image of the novelty was shown in a promo video dedicated to the GR 86 sports coupe . The video was posted on the Instagram account of the American branch of the company .

Toyota GR Corolla Features

Previously, Toyota has repeatedly hinted at what kind of GR Corolla it will turn out to be. In October, the company published a snapshot of the Corolla’s interior with the G16 index hidden in the corner of the dashboard. It is the designation for the 1.6-liter turbocharged three-cylinder G16E-GTS engine fitted to the GR Yaris .

GR Corolla

Recall that GR Yaris is equipped with a 272 hp G16E-GTS turbo engine. and “mechanics”. All-wheel drive is realized by means of a multi-plate clutch, and between the wheels the traction is distributed by two Torsen limited slip differentials. The car is capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 km / h in 5.5 seconds. The maximum speed is electronically limited to 230 km / h.

Toyota did not disclose the car timing or pricing.

In Europe, the usual Corolla is sold, but only in the sedan format. GR Corolla costs at least 21,277.37 usd for a version with a 122-horsepower 1.6-liter engine, front-wheel drive and “mechanics”.

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