# Rally-Inspired Sports Cars Toyota GAZOO Racing Unveils the Highly-Anticipated GR Corolla By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2022-04-01 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gr-corolla References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/4/toyota-gazoo-racing-gr-corolla-global-premiere) & [toyotagazooracing](https://toyotagazooracing.com/)  Toyota [GAZOO Racing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-gr-gt3), the motorsport/performance division of Japanese auto manufacturer Toyota, has officially unveiled its highly anticipated [GR Corolla](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corolla-cross-hydrogen-concept). The new rally-inspired vehicle delivers a significant power upgrade from its predecessor, the GR Yaris. The car comes equipped with a turbocharged 1.6-liter three-cylinder engine that is capable of producing 300 horsepower at 6,500 rpm through a six-speed manual transmission. In addition, the GR Corolla features a Four Wheel Drive system that can be customized by drivers. For example, drivers can choose from a variety of 4WD combinations including a 50-50 front and rear, a 60 front and 40 rear, and, more unconventionally, a 30 front and 70 rear. Other notable features of the GR Corolla include a MacPherson suspensions system, 18-inch gloss black cast alloy wheels, 18-inch and 16-inch ventilated brake disks, and 235/40R18 [Michelin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpine-a110-r-ultime) Pilot Sport 4 tires. Image Credit: Toyota GAZOO ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Rally-inspired Sports Cars:** The popularity of high-performance sports cars inspired by rally racing will continue to rise in the auto industry. - **Customizable Four Wheel Drive Systems:** Customizable Four Wheel Drive systems such as the 50-50 front and rear, 60 front and 40 rear, and 30 front and 70 rear in the GR Corolla will become increasingly common in the production of sports cars. - **Increased Engine Power in Small Cars:** There will be a growing demand for small cars with powerful engines like the GR Corolla’s turbocharged 1.6-liter three-cylinder engine that produces 300 horsepower. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive:** Automakers can produce more sports cars designed for rally racing enthusiasts. - **Auto Parts & Accessories:** The customizable Four Wheel Drive system trend opens up new possibilities for auto parts and accessories manufacturers to produce and sell components that allow drivers to modify their vehicles. - **Motorsport:** As more major automakers develop high-performance vehicles like the GR Corolla, there will be an increase in the popularity of motorsports that feature such cars. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rally-Ready Subcompact Vehicle Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-gr-yaris-aero-performance.md) - [Sporty European Market Hatchbacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-yaris-gr-sport.md) - [Efficient Entry-Level SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-corolla-cross-hybrid.md) - [Sporty Contrasting SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-rav4-gr-sport.md) - [Japanese Customer Race Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-gr-gt3.md) - [Retro-Inspired Hatchbacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-corolla-hatchback-fx-edition.md) - [Tech-Rich Compact Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-toyota-corolla.md) - [Celebratory Rally SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-land-cruiser-gr-sport-rally-raid.md) - [Stout Off-Road SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-toyota-corolla-cross-nasu-edition.md)