# 2027 Toyota GR Corolla: Performance Hatch Gets Modest Updates
Toyota refreshes its hot hatchback contender for 2027, tweaking styling and cabin tech while holding the core 300-horsepower turbocharged three-cylinder engine steady. The GR Corolla slots into the affordable performance segment where it competes directly against the Hyundai Veloster N and Ford Focus ST.
The 2027 model year introduces a revised front fascia with sharper lines and updated LED lighting clusters that give the car a fresher appearance without fundamentally changing its wedge-shaped profile. Interior updates focus on infotainment, with Toyota upgrading the touchscreen interface and adding Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard features across all trims.
Under the hood, the turbocharged 1.6-liter three-cylinder remains the sole powerplant, producing 300 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque. Toyota pairs it exclusively with a six-speed manual transmission. Front-wheel drive carries all the power to the pavement. The engine delivers strong mid-range punch and sounds appropriately aggressive through the sport exhaust.
Pricing starts around $32,000 for the base Core trim, with the mid-level Sport and track-focused Morizo editions commanding higher prices. Buyers seeking manual transmission thrills at this price point face limited options. The Hyundai Veloster N offers turbocharged performance and more agile handling, while the Focus ST has been discontinued in the U.S. market.
What separates the GR Corolla is its rally-bred DNA and Toyota's commitment to the manual box in an era when most manufacturers ditch it. The 127-square-foot trunk space and practical five-door layout appeal to buyers wanting weekend track capability without sacrificing daily