Verdict
The Toyota GR Corolla costs RM53,350 more, but its five doors, five seats and 213-litre boot make the extra spend easier to justify if this will also be your daily car. Its 9-inch screen has wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus a wireless charger and rear USB-C socket. The GR Yaris is 195 kg lighter at 1,280 kg and 0.1 seconds quicker to 100 km/h, despite sharing 296 hp, 400 Nm, a six-speed manual and AWD. For Malaysian buyers needing rear-door access, the Corolla is plainly more usable.
Pick the Toyota GR Corolla if you need five doors, five seats and a 213-litre boot without giving up the 296 hp AWD manual drivetrain.
Pick the Toyota GR Yaris if you want the lighter, slightly quicker 1,280-kg hot hatch and can live with two doors and four seats.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota GR Corolla RM368,950; Toyota GR Yaris RM315,600.
- Kerb weight: Toyota GR Corolla 1,475 kg; Toyota GR Yaris 1,280 kg.
- 0-100 km/h: Toyota GR Corolla 5.3 seconds; Toyota GR Yaris 5.2 seconds.
- Body and seating: Toyota GR Corolla has 5 doors and 5 seats; Toyota GR Yaris has 2 doors and 4 seats.
- Boot space: Toyota GR Corolla 213 litres; Toyota GR Yaris 174 litres.
- Length: Toyota GR Corolla 4,407 mm; Toyota GR Yaris 3,995 mm.
GR Corolla
- Five doors and five seats
- Larger 213-litre boot
- 9-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- RM53,350 more expensive
- 195 kg heavier and 0.1 seconds slower to 100 km/h
- No auto wipers
GR Yaris
- RM53,350 cheaper
- 195 kg lighter with a 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- Gets auto wipers, rev matching and user-selectable torque split
- Only two doors and four seats
- Smaller 174-litre boot
- 7-inch touchscreen lacks wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM368,950 | RM315,600✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM207 | RM207 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,618 cc | 1,618 cc |
| Horsepower | 296 hp | 296 hp |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 6MT | 6MT |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Toyota | Toyota |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.3 seconds | 5.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | 230 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,407 mm | 3,995 mm |
| Width | 1,851 mm | 1,805 mm |
| Height | 1,479 mm | 1,455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,640 mm | 2,560 mm |
| Weight | 1,475 kg | 1,280 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 213 litres✓ | 174 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/40R18 | 225/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/40R18 | 225/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Yokohama Advan Apex | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut with Stabiliser | MacPherson Strut with Stabiliser |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone with Stabiliser | Double Wishbone with Stabiliser |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Torsen Limited Slip Differential Front and Rear | Torsen Front and Rear Limited-slip Differential, Performance-tuned Springs, Dampers and Steering, User-selectable Torque Split, Rev Matching |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Pre-collision Braking | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Wireless Charger, 1 USB Front, 1 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers | 7" Touchscreen Display Audio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB, HDMI, AUX and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Auto Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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GR Corolla vs GR Yaris FAQ
Is the Toyota GR Corolla or Toyota GR Yaris better?
The GR Corolla is better for daily practicality, with five doors, five seats and a 213-litre boot. The GR Yaris is better if lower weight and the marginally quicker 5.2-second sprint matter more than rear access.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota GR Corolla costs RM53,350 more than the Toyota GR Yaris.
Which one is more practical for passengers and luggage?
The GR Corolla is decisively more practical: it has five doors, five seats and 213 litres of boot space, against the GR Yaris' two doors, four seats and 174-litre boot.
