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Overview
The Toyota GR Corolla is the E210 facelift C-segment hatchback in Toyota’s GR line-up, priced from RM368,950 in Malaysia. It suits buyers who want a petrol performance hatch with five seats, a 1.6 litre engine and a choice of manual or automatic transmission, rather than a regular family hatchback.
GR Corolla in 2026 — what's new
For 2026, the Malaysian GR Corolla range has two variants: 6MT and 8AT. The latest local update is the automatic version, which adds the 8-speed GR DAT gearbox and costs RM10,000 more than the manual. Its quoted 0-100 km/h time is 5.3 seconds. Japan-market updates have included better cooling, increased body rigidity and a software upgrade for current owners.
Variants (2)
RM368,950–RM378,950 · est. from RM3,765/mo
Which variant to buy
Most buyers should start with the GR Corolla 6MT at RM368,950. It gets the same 1,618 cc petrol engine, 296 hp output and five-seat body as the automatic, while costing RM10,000 less. Pay RM378,950 for the 8AT only if you specifically want the 8-speed GR DAT gearbox. On paper, the gap buys the transmission, not extra power.
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 296 hp
- Torque
- 400 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,618 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 5.3 seconds
- Transmission
- Manual
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 213 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 296 hp
- Torque
- 400 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,618 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 5.3 seconds
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 213 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee
Colours
across the range — availability varies by variant
- Black Metallic
- Emotional Red II Metallic
- Precious Metal Metallic
- Super White II Metallic
Verdict
The GR Corolla is an expensive C-segment hatchback, and there is no need to dress that up. Its RM368,950 starting price is above the Volkswagen Golf R at RM338,812 and Renault Megane RS at RM279,888, though below the Honda Civic Type R at RM399,900. What it does have is a focused GR positioning, 296 hp and now a choice between manual and automatic.
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Toyota GR Corolla FAQ
How much is the Toyota GR Corolla in Malaysia?
The Toyota GR Corolla costs RM368,950 for the 6MT and RM378,950 for the 8AT in Malaysia.
Which Toyota GR Corolla variant should I buy?
Buy the 6MT if you want the lower price and the same 296 hp engine. Choose the 8AT only if you want the 8-speed GR DAT automatic gearbox.
Is the Toyota GR Corolla automatic available in Malaysia?
Yes. The GR Corolla 8AT is sold in Malaysia with an 8-speed GR DAT conventional automatic gearbox.
How quick is the Toyota GR Corolla AT?
The Toyota GR Corolla AT has a quoted 0-100 km/h time of 5.3 seconds.
