Got A Need For Speed? Meet the 2026 Toyota GR Corolla

Meet the 2026 Toyota GR Corolla: the blend of everyday hatchback functions while cruising around with the power of a rally car. It’s the perfect blend for anyone looking for a daily driver with speed. Toyota of Orlando is speeding through the top features on the 2026 Toyota GR Corolla before you take a test drive!

What’s New on the 2026 Model?

There aren’t many new features on the 2026 Toyota GR Corolla compared to last year. However, the engineers at GAZOO Racing put this GR Corolla on the Nürburgring (yes, the intimidating German racing track) to really fine-tune it. It resulted in some smart tweaks that make this car really excel.

• For 2026, Toyota only made two trims: the base GR Corolla and the GR Corolla Premium Plus.
• Toyota engineers added 45.6 feet of extra structural adhesive throughout the body to improve rear grip and beef up rigidity. This gives more precise steering and stable cornering!
• There’s a new secondary air intake duct to keep the turbocharged engine cool when you’re pushing it for power.
• The Premium Plus trim gets a forged carbon fiber roof  (which lowers the center of gravity), a head-up display, and a sportier seat stitching.

You’ve Got The Power in the 2026 Toyota GR Corolla

If you pop the hood on the 2026 Toyota GR Corolla, you’ll be greeted with a turbocharged 1.6-liter three-cylinder (yep, it’s three!) engine that gives 300 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. What does that mean? You get to go 0-60 mph in just 4.9 seconds!

On top of this, you can choose between a six-speed manual or an eight-speed automatic with paddle shifters. No matter which transmission you pick, they both come standard with Toyota’s GR-FOUR all-wheel-drive system. 

It’s Customizable to the Max

We’re gonna start with the all-wheel-drive system, which is basically a playground for the driver. You’ve got three different modes to choose from to affect how the 2o26 Toyota GR Corolla will behave on the road.

• Normal Mode: Splits power 60/40 front-to-rear for your everyday driving.
• Gravel Mode: Gives you a 50/50 split for maximum traction on loose surfaces.
• Track Mode: Power splits to 70/30 with the majority going to your rear wheels, so you can get a little frisky.

Besides the drivetrain, the 2026 Toyota GR Corolla is super customizable with aftermarket accessories and genuine Toyota parts. Plus, every GR Corolla comes with a free one-year membership to the National Auto Sport Association, which includes a high-performance driving class. Essentially, you can transform your Toyota into your dream rally car and learn how to drive it like a pro!

Cruise Around Orlando in Style

The 2026 Toyota GR Corolla is made to stand out in traffic with plenty of stylish flair! It’s muscular without being too over-the-top, so you can still park it without drawing a crowd (unless someone knows what they’re looking for).

• It has an aggressive stance with flared fenders, a bulging hood with functional gloss-black air vents, and a sporty rear spoiler.
• The base GR Corolla has gloss black 15-spoke cast alloy wheels, while the higher trim gets wheels in matte black.
• At the car’s rear, there’s a triple exhaust setup to give a glimpse at the power underneath the car’s hood.

The 2026 Toyota GR Corolla Interior

Inside, the 2026 Toyota GR Corolla keeps things sporty yet practical.

• There are Brin Naub suede-trimmed sport seats with grippy bolsters that will keep you in place on spirited drives.
• The base trim gets grey stitching, while the Premium Plus has red stitching (and better materials).
• The GR Corolla is still a Corolla underneath, so you still get decent build quality and plenty of space! You can seat up to five inside with three seatbelts in the back, and trust us, the 60/40 rear seats are totally usable for adults.
• The cargo area offers just under 18 cubic feet of storage with the seats up, which is plenty of room for a weekend trip or big grocery run. You can always push down the rear seats for more space!

Top Technology For the GR Corolla

Like always, Toyota is keeping everyone connected and safe in the 2026 Toyota GR Corolla. You get a 12.3-inch digital driver display and an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. While the base model has a six-speaker audio system, the Premium Plus model comes with an upgraded eight-speaker JBL system. The higher trim gets other great perks, such as:

• A wireless smartphone charging system.
• A head-up display.
• A subwoofer and Active Sound Control to pump in “sporty sounds” while you’re driving around Orlando.

Both trims of this year’s GR Corolla come with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0. This gives you standard safety tech like automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection, a lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control. No matter which one you choose, you’re in safe hands!

A Sporty Yet Affordable Car

The beauty of the 2026 Toyota GR Corolla is that it doesn’t make you choose between practicality and style. But the best part? It’s affordable! The base model has a starting MSRP of $39,920, which is a pretty sweet price for all the features you’re getting. A rally car for that price is just daring you to get behind the wheel and go, whether it’s to work in the morning or out of town for a weekend getaway!

Test Drive the 2026 Toyota GR Corolla Today!

The 2026 Toyota GR Corolla has it all. Now, it’s just missing you behind the wheel! Visit Toyota of Orlando to check out this new Toyota and learn everything you need to know before you hit the road. We’re located at 3575 Vineland Road, just off of I-4 near the Millenia Mall.

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