There's no way it would have the same powertrain as the Yaris. Would definitely require a turbo 4-cyl.
I would prefer that too because well, there's no replacement for displacement.There's no way it would have the same powertrain as the Yaris. Would definitely require a turbo 4-cyl.
I guess it's possible... I just find it hard to believe.I would prefer that too because well, there's no replacement for displacement.
Its just what I see being reported everywhere which is believable, if Toyota has plans for either a higher performing Corolla trim or GR model above the Corolla. At 257 horsepower and 266 pound-feet of torque it fall behind the Civic Type R by 50 horses, a deal breaker for many, including myself. Heck, I rather buy a USED Type R if that's the case.
Mind you, this is all speculation coming from some automotive publications. My hope is the GR Corolla's performance matches the Type R.
That was my impression as well, though if they want to go after the Type R I'm not going to say no.it's not supposed to be a Type R competitor, they want to go after the Civic Si and the Golf GTI. Much higher volume than the Type R market. Hell, without the Type R name, nobody would buy a 40K Civic.
That makes a lot of sense. Civic Type R is stupid expensive. I mean, it's technically worth it... but hard to justify.it's not supposed to be a Type R competitor, they want to go after the Civic Si and the Golf GTI. Much higher volume than the Type R market. Hell, without the Type R name, nobody would buy a 40K Civic.
I disagree that it's worth it. All it's competitors are AWD. The only reason the Type R is slightly faster than the Golf R is because it comes with better and wider tires standard. it only weighs 100 lbs less than the golf. I bet that if you put them on the same tires the AWD would more than make up for the small power and weight disadvantage. And let's not pretend the Civic is anywhere close to the Golf's build quality.That makes a lot of sense. Civic Type R is stupid expensive. I mean, it's technically worth it... but hard to justify.
A Type R with AWD would be a blast to drive if Honda ever did that. Hopefully Toyota does it with the Corolla though.I disagree that it's worth it. All it's competitors are AWD. The only reason the Type R is slightly faster than the Golf R is because it comes with better and wider tires standard. it only weighs 100 lbs less than the golf. I bet that if you put them on the same tires the AWD would more than make up for the small power and weight disadvantage. And let's not pretend the Civic is anywhere close to the Golf's build quality.
Looks like their Golf R didn't have DCC (Dynamic Chassis Control) which is standard now. DCC eliminates any understeer.I think the performance speaks for itself. I've driven all of its competitors and only the Focus RS is a comparable car. The Golf R isn't very engaging or as fast.
Friends of mine worked on this.
(Or is this an older Golf R... I can never tell them apart)
If it can be equally as intense as the Yaris in this segment then Toyota will have a real winner on their hands. Just maybe not one as intense as the next-generation Civic Type R that's said to offer more power via a new hybrid powertrain. But at least the days of the Celica GT-Four and similar serious enthusiast geared vehicles are coming back!Toyota is teasing that the GR Corolla will be coming to the US instead of the Yaris.
If the Type R could be a scary car to drive if they're turning it to a hybrid. That could also mean the price is going to go up for one.If it can be equally as intense as the Yaris in this segment then Toyota will have a real winner on their hands. Just maybe not one as intense as the next-generation Civic Type R that's said to offer more power via a new hybrid powertrain. But at least the days of the Celica GT-Four and similar serious enthusiast geared vehicles are coming back!
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Next-Gen Honda Civic Type R Will Most Likely Be a Hybrid
Honda recently announced plans to accelerate its electrification strategy in Europe, which could result in big changes for the next Civic Type R.www.motortrend.com
First the tweet and now this. Toyota is really starting to get invested in bringing a hot hatch (likely the corolla) back to the US! Let the cryptic messages begin.So, Toyota is providing a major hint that something is on the way...
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2021 Toyota Hot Hatch | Toyota Official Site
Learn more about the 2021 Toyota Hot Hatch. Want a rally-ready Yaris available in your neighborhood? Sign up and get the latest GR Hot Hatch news and updates.www.toyota.com
GR Yaris dominated the 2020 Tokyo Auto Salon, stirring up an outcry in North America over its absence. And it's easy to see why. A radical hot hatch, GR Yaris is equipped with an all-new 268-horsepower, 58 turbocharged 3-cylinder engine; a rally-derived GR-FOUR All-Wheel Drive system; and a track-proven suspension. It's the same engineering that helped to make TOYOTA GAZOO Racing a dominant force in the World Rally Championship. While GR Yaris isn't coming to the U.S., perhaps it's time the U.S. got a Toyota hot hatch to call its own. One that continues to push the boundaries of performance. And one that can only come from TOYOTA GAZOO Racing. Are you with us?
Consider a U.S. spec GR Corolla confirmed with this statement.