2024 TOYOTA GR COROLLA | JTNABAAE5RA008421

❮ TOYOTA GR COROLLA – zdjęcie z aukcji, lot #42357286 ❯

2024 TOYOTA GR COROLLA | JTNABAAE5RA008421

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Specifications

Engine Versions
1
Original Highest MSRP
~$50,000
The most powerful engine version for models
GR Corolla Circuit Edition
Engine: 1.6L turbocharged 3-cylinder
Torque: 370 Nm
0–100 km/h: ~4.9 s

The Toyota GR Corolla is a purebred performance hatchback engineered by Toyota’s Gazoo Racing division — the same team behind the GR Yaris and GR Supra. Its 1.6-liter turbocharged 3-cylinder engine, dubbed G16E-GTS, is the most powerful three-cylinder production engine in the world, producing 300 horsepower and 370 Nm of torque. Paired exclusively with a 6-speed manual transmission and a rally-derived GR-Four all-wheel-drive system with adjustable front/rear torque distribution, the GR Corolla accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in around 4.9 seconds.

What truly elevates the GR Corolla is its chassis and handling. The body is heavily reinforced with extra welds and structural adhesives, and the suspension is track-tuned with MacPherson struts up front and a double-wishbone setup in the rear. The all-wheel-drive system can shift torque from 60:40 to 30:70 depending on the mode, giving it the flexibility to rotate through corners or maximize traction. The car is surprisingly composed, nimble, and forgiving, with high mechanical grip and a playful character. Steering is sharp and communicative, and the brakes — especially in the Circuit and Morizo Editions — are track-ready.

Unlike many hot hatches that blend performance with luxury, the GR Corolla is unapologetically focused. It exists because Toyota wanted to prove it could build a world-class driver’s car, and it does — delivering pure mechanical feedback, visceral power delivery, and a motorsport-rooted identity. It’s a serious rival to the Honda Civic Type R and Volkswagen Golf R, with more edge and a more emotional driving experience.

Body Styles

The GR Corolla is a five-door hot hatchback based on the standard Corolla hatch but with extensive performance-oriented modifications. Its widened fenders, functional air ducts, carbon fiber roof (in select trims), and aggressive front splitter instantly distinguish it from the regular model. Measuring roughly 4.4 meters in length and 1.85 meters in width, it has a low, muscular stance that communicates its rally-bred DNA. Triple exhaust tips, flared wheel arches, a rear diffuser, and a prominent roof spoiler complete the performance aesthetic while enhancing aerodynamics and cooling. Despite its compact size, the car looks planted and aggressive from every angle.

Model Name Meaning (Manufacturer)

The “GR” in GR Corolla stands for “Gazoo Racing,” Toyota’s performance and motorsports arm. It represents the company’s highest level of factory-developed performance vehicles. The use of “Corolla” retains the connection to Toyota’s best-selling compact car but completely transforms its meaning — from practical commuter to high-performance street machine.

Model Name Meaning (Languages)

“Corolla” originates from Latin, referring to the ring of petals around the center of a flower. In its original use by Toyota, it symbolized natural beauty and balance. “GR,” though an abbreviation, has become globally recognized as Toyota’s performance sub-brand. Together, “GR Corolla” contrasts botanical elegance with motorsport aggression — a name that surprises by blending tradition with adrenaline. The juxtaposition is part of the appeal: it’s a Corolla in name, but nothing like one in spirit.

Body & Interior Colors and Rims

The GR Corolla is available in bold performance-inspired finishes such as Supersonic Red, Ice Cap White, Black, Heavy Metal Gray, and the exclusive Smoke (for Morizo). Circuit Editions include color-keyed aero accents, hood vents, and a gloss black rear spoiler. Matte paint options and forged carbon roof panels are available on higher trims, helping distinguish limited editions and reduce weight.

Inside, the cabin is built around the driver. Sports seats with suede inserts and red contrast stitching provide lateral support without sacrificing comfort. The leather-wrapped steering wheel, short-throw gear lever, aluminum pedals, and digital performance display reinforce the car’s focused intent. Cabin materials are purposeful — not luxurious — but build quality is high, and everything is oriented for function. Optional heated seats and steering wheel add comfort, while the 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster with GR-specific graphics elevates the cockpit experience.

Wheels are 18-inch cast or forged alloys with wide 235 mm Michelin Pilot Sport 4 or Cup 2 tires. Designs include split 10-spoke and twin-spoke patterns in gloss black or matte graphite finishes. Behind them, large ventilated disc brakes with red GR calipers signal serious track readiness.

Top Expensive Options

  • Carbon Fiber Roof Panel (Circuit/Morizo): $1,800
  • Torsen Front and Rear Limited-Slip Differentials: $1,200
  • JBL Premium Audio with Navigation (8-speaker): $850
  • Heated Front Seats and Steering Wheel Package: $500
  • Adaptive Front-Lighting System with LED Projectors: $950
  • Forged Alloy Wheels (Morizo Edition): $2,000
  • Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 Track Tires: $1,300
  • Suede/Leather GR Performance Seats with Red Accents: $1,100
  • Toyota Telematics with Remote Connect: $600
  • Front Brake Cooling Ducts and Functional Aero Kit: $750

vs Competitors

The GR Corolla’s closest competitors are the Honda Civic Type R, Hyundai Elantra N, and Volkswagen Golf R. The Type R offers similar power and FWD precision, but the GR Corolla delivers better traction in poor conditions and a more rally-inspired, rowdier experience. The Golf R counters with premium interior appointments and tech, but feels more mature and less visceral. The Elantra N offers strong value and drama but lacks AWD and feels less polished. What sets the GR Corolla apart is its raw, driver-first ethos — a manual-only transmission, mechanical diffs, and motorsport credibility. It’s the only one that feels like a street-legal rally car, built with a level of obsession and passion rare in today’s segment.

Fun Fact

The GR Corolla’s engine is the same 3-cylinder turbo used in the GR Yaris but tuned to produce more power — despite powering a larger, heavier car. Toyota’s engineers added a triple exhaust system not for looks, but to reduce back pressure and help extract extra performance from the tiny but mighty engine. Also, the Morizo Edition (named after Akio Toyoda’s racing pseudonym) deletes the rear seats to save 30 kg — a move unheard of in mass-market hot hatches.

IAAI
Final Bid: $22,050
VIN JTNABAAE5RA008421

Lot Details

Final Bid Toyota GR Corolla (2024)

Minimum Final Bid:
$10,900
Average Final Bid:
$18,600
Maximum Final Bid:
$29,250
Source Distribution:
Copart: 71% (5) | IAAI: 29% (2)

Specifications

Engine Versions
1
Original Highest MSRP
~$50,000
The most powerful engine version for models
Engine:
Torque:
0–100 km/h:

The Toyota GR Corolla is a purebred performance hatchback engineered by Toyota’s Gazoo Racing division — the same team behind the GR Yaris and GR Supra. Its 1.6-liter turbocharged 3-cylinder engine, dubbed G16E-GTS, is the most powerful three-cylinder production engine in the world, producing 300 horsepower and 370 Nm of torque. Paired exclusively with a 6-speed manual transmission and a rally-derived GR-Four all-wheel-drive system with adjustable front/rear torque distribution, the GR Corolla accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in around 4.9 seconds.

What truly elevates the GR Corolla is its chassis and handling. The body is heavily reinforced with extra welds and structural adhesives, and the suspension is track-tuned with MacPherson struts up front and a double-wishbone setup in the rear. The all-wheel-drive system can shift torque from 60:40 to 30:70 depending on the mode, giving it the flexibility to rotate through corners or maximize traction. The car is surprisingly composed, nimble, and forgiving, with high mechanical grip and a playful character. Steering is sharp and communicative, and the brakes — especially in the Circuit and Morizo Editions — are track-ready.

Unlike many hot hatches that blend performance with luxury, the GR Corolla is unapologetically focused. It exists because Toyota wanted to prove it could build a world-class driver’s car, and it does — delivering pure mechanical feedback, visceral power delivery, and a motorsport-rooted identity. It’s a serious rival to the Honda Civic Type R and Volkswagen Golf R, with more edge and a more emotional driving experience.

Body Styles

The GR Corolla is a five-door hot hatchback based on the standard Corolla hatch but with extensive performance-oriented modifications. Its widened fenders, functional air ducts, carbon fiber roof (in select trims), and aggressive front splitter instantly distinguish it from the regular model. Measuring roughly 4.4 meters in length and 1.85 meters in width, it has a low, muscular stance that communicates its rally-bred DNA. Triple exhaust tips, flared wheel arches, a rear diffuser, and a prominent roof spoiler complete the performance aesthetic while enhancing aerodynamics and cooling. Despite its compact size, the car looks planted and aggressive from every angle.

Model Name Meaning (Manufacturer)

The “GR” in GR Corolla stands for “Gazoo Racing,” Toyota’s performance and motorsports arm. It represents the company’s highest level of factory-developed performance vehicles. The use of “Corolla” retains the connection to Toyota’s best-selling compact car but completely transforms its meaning — from practical commuter to high-performance street machine.

Model Name Meaning (Languages)

“Corolla” originates from Latin, referring to the ring of petals around the center of a flower. In its original use by Toyota, it symbolized natural beauty and balance. “GR,” though an abbreviation, has become globally recognized as Toyota’s performance sub-brand. Together, “GR Corolla” contrasts botanical elegance with motorsport aggression — a name that surprises by blending tradition with adrenaline. The juxtaposition is part of the appeal: it’s a Corolla in name, but nothing like one in spirit.

Body & Interior Colors and Rims

The GR Corolla is available in bold performance-inspired finishes such as Supersonic Red, Ice Cap White, Black, Heavy Metal Gray, and the exclusive Smoke (for Morizo). Circuit Editions include color-keyed aero accents, hood vents, and a gloss black rear spoiler. Matte paint options and forged carbon roof panels are available on higher trims, helping distinguish limited editions and reduce weight.

Inside, the cabin is built around the driver. Sports seats with suede inserts and red contrast stitching provide lateral support without sacrificing comfort. The leather-wrapped steering wheel, short-throw gear lever, aluminum pedals, and digital performance display reinforce the car’s focused intent. Cabin materials are purposeful — not luxurious — but build quality is high, and everything is oriented for function. Optional heated seats and steering wheel add comfort, while the 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster with GR-specific graphics elevates the cockpit experience.

Wheels are 18-inch cast or forged alloys with wide 235 mm Michelin Pilot Sport 4 or Cup 2 tires. Designs include split 10-spoke and twin-spoke patterns in gloss black or matte graphite finishes. Behind them, large ventilated disc brakes with red GR calipers signal serious track readiness.

Top Expensive Options

  • Carbon Fiber Roof Panel (Circuit/Morizo): $1,800
  • Torsen Front and Rear Limited-Slip Differentials: $1,200
  • JBL Premium Audio with Navigation (8-speaker): $850
  • Heated Front Seats and Steering Wheel Package: $500
  • Adaptive Front-Lighting System with LED Projectors: $950
  • Forged Alloy Wheels (Morizo Edition): $2,000
  • Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 Track Tires: $1,300
  • Suede/Leather GR Performance Seats with Red Accents: $1,100
  • Toyota Telematics with Remote Connect: $600
  • Front Brake Cooling Ducts and Functional Aero Kit: $750

vs Competitors

The GR Corolla’s closest competitors are the Honda Civic Type R, Hyundai Elantra N, and Volkswagen Golf R. The Type R offers similar power and FWD precision, but the GR Corolla delivers better traction in poor conditions and a more rally-inspired, rowdier experience. The Golf R counters with premium interior appointments and tech, but feels more mature and less visceral. The Elantra N offers strong value and drama but lacks AWD and feels less polished. What sets the GR Corolla apart is its raw, driver-first ethos — a manual-only transmission, mechanical diffs, and motorsport credibility. It’s the only one that feels like a street-legal rally car, built with a level of obsession and passion rare in today’s segment.

Fun Fact

The GR Corolla’s engine is the same 3-cylinder turbo used in the GR Yaris but tuned to produce more power — despite powering a larger, heavier car. Toyota’s engineers added a triple exhaust system not for looks, but to reduce back pressure and help extract extra performance from the tiny but mighty engine. Also, the Morizo Edition (named after Akio Toyoda’s racing pseudonym) deletes the rear seats to save 30 kg — a move unheard of in mass-market hot hatches.

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