Verdict
The Toyota Corolla 1.8G costs RM144,800, while the 1.8 GR Sport is RM149,800. Both deliver 137 hp and 172 Nm through a front-wheel-drive CVT, so the extra RM5,000 is not buying faster straight-line performance. It buys 18-inch wheels, sports-tuned suspension, Blind Spot Info System, tyre-pressure monitoring and TSS pre-collision braking with pedestrian detection from 4-120 km/h. That is meaningful active-safety kit for Malaysian traffic, but the G counters with dual-zone climate control and a full LCD cluster. Pick the GR Sport if those safety additions matter more than the G’s cabin advantages.
Pick the Toyota Corolla 1.8G if you want to save RM5,000 while retaining the same 137 hp, 172 Nm drivetrain and gaining dual-zone automatic climate control.
Pick the Toyota Corolla 1.8 GR Sport if you will pay RM5,000 for pre-collision braking, blind-spot monitoring, tyre-pressure monitoring, 18-inch wheels and sports-tuned suspension.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Corolla 1.8G RM144,800; Toyota Corolla 1.8 GR Sport RM149,800.
- Wheels: Toyota Corolla 1.8G 17-inch alloys with 225/45R17 tyres; Toyota Corolla 1.8 GR Sport 18-inch alloys with 225/40R18 front and 225/45R18 rear tyres.
- Suspension: Toyota Corolla 1.8G standard MacPherson strut/double wishbone setup; Toyota Corolla 1.8 GR Sport adds sports-tuned suspension.
- Autonomous braking: Toyota Corolla 1.8G no system listed; Toyota Corolla 1.8 GR Sport gets TSS pre-collision braking with pedestrian detection from 4-120 km/h.
- Blind-spot monitoring: Toyota Corolla 1.8G lacks Blind Spot Info System; Toyota Corolla 1.8 GR Sport has it.
- Climate control: Toyota Corolla 1.8G has dual-zone automatic climate control; Toyota Corolla 1.8 GR Sport has single-zone automatic climate control.
1.8G
- RM5,000 less expensive
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Full LCD instrument monitor
- No Blind Spot Info System
- No TSS pre-collision braking or collision warning
- No tyre-pressure monitoring system
1.8 GR Sport
- TSS pre-collision braking with pedestrian detection from 4-120 km/h
- Blind Spot Info System and tyre-pressure monitoring
- 18-inch alloys and sports-tuned suspension
- Costs RM5,000 more
- Single-zone rather than dual-zone automatic climate control
- Electroluminescent analogue instrument cluster instead of the G's full LCD monitor
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM144,800✓ | RM149,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM279 | RM279 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,798 cc | 1,798 cc |
| Horsepower | 137 hp | 137 hp |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7 Speed Sequential Shiftmatic CVT | 10 Speed Sequential Shiftmatic CVT |
| Gears | — | 10 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,630 mm | 4,630 mm |
| Width | 1,780 mm | 1,780 mm |
| Height | 1,435 mm | 1,435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,365 kg | 1,365 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 470 litres | 470 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R17 | 225/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R17 | 225/45R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Alloy | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 050 | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 050 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Sports-Tuned Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam | Bi-LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9.0" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 9.0" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | 12.3" Digital Driver's Display |
| 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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1.8G vs 1.8 GR Sport FAQ
Is the Toyota Corolla 1.8G or Toyota Corolla 1.8 GR Sport better?
The 1.8 GR Sport is better for safety equipment, adding pre-collision braking, blind-spot monitoring and tyre-pressure monitoring. The 1.8G is the smarter choice if dual-zone climate control and a lower outlay matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Corolla 1.8 GR Sport costs RM5,000 more than the Toyota Corolla 1.8G.
Does the Toyota Corolla 1.8 GR Sport have more power?
No. Both produce 137 hp and 172 Nm from a 1,798 cc naturally aspirated petrol engine and send drive to the front wheels through a CVT. The GR Sport's mechanical change is its sports-tuned suspension.
