Verdict
The facelift makes the stronger case: its 400 Nm at 3,250 rpm is 30 Nm up from the outgoing car’s 370 Nm at 3,000 rpm, while output rises just 1 hp. Both retain 5.3-second 0-100 km/h pace, 1,475 kg kerb weight and 18-inch Yokohama tyres, so this is not a transformation. The RM13,950 premium buys the torque and a five-year, unlimited-mileage warranty; it also gives more cabin utility. For Malaysian buyers, the outgoing GR Corolla is the sharper value call if its auto high beam and front foglamps matter.
Pick the Toyota GR Corolla E210 if you want to save RM13,950 while keeping auto high beam, front foglamps and a five-star EuroNCAP rating.
Pick the Toyota GR Corolla E210 Facelift if you want 400 Nm and five years of unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty cover.
Key differences
- Price: RM355,000 vs RM368,950.
- Output: 295 hp at 6,500 rpm and 370 Nm at 3,000 rpm vs 296 hp at 6,500 rpm and 400 Nm at 3,250 rpm.
- Manufacturer warranty: no period or mileage stated vs five years with unlimited mileage.
- Front lighting: LED projector headlamps with auto high beam and front foglamps vs LED projector headlamps with no front foglamps listed.
- Boot operation: manual operation vs remote-control activation.
- Rear cupholders: none listed, with two front cupholders, vs two front and two rear cupholders.
E210
- RM13,950 lower purchase price.
- LED projector headlamps with auto high beam and front foglamps.
- Five-star EuroNCAP rating.
- 30 Nm less torque: 370 Nm versus 400 Nm.
- No manufacturer warranty period or mileage is stated.
- Manual boot operation rather than remote-control activation.
E210 Facelift
- 400 Nm at 3,250 rpm, up 30 Nm.
- Five-year, unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty.
- Remote boot release plus two rear cupholders.
- RM13,950 higher purchase price.
- No front foglamps, where the outgoing car has them.
- Auto high beam is not listed, unlike the outgoing car.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM355,000✓ | RM368,950 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-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 Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,618 cc | 1,618 cc |
| Horsepower | 295 hp at 6,500 rpm | 296 hp at 6,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 370 Nm at 3,000 rpm | 400 Nm at 3,250 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 87 mm × 89 mm | 87 mm × 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 6-Speed Manual | 6MT |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Toyota | Toyota |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.3 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | 230 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,407 mm | 4,407 mm |
| Width | 1,851 mm | 1,851 mm |
| Height | 1,479 mm | 1,479 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,640 mm | 2,640 mm |
| Weight | 1,475 kg | 1,475 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 213 litres | 213 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/40R18 | 235/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/40R18 | 235/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Yokohama Advan Apex | Yokohama Advan Apex |
| 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 Limited Slip Differential Front and Rear |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| 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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear 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 with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split Fold | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1x 12V, 1x USB-C, 1x Qi Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Wireless Charger, 1 USB Front, 1 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9" Display Audio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Auto Windows | Auto Windows |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | 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 |
| Warranty Manufacturer | — | 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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E210 vs E210 Facelift FAQ
Is the Toyota GR Corolla E210 or Toyota GR Corolla E210 Facelift better?
The Facelift is better for its 400 Nm torque figure and five-year, unlimited-mileage warranty. The E210 is the better-value choice if saving RM13,950 and retaining auto high beam and front foglamps matters more than the 30 Nm gain.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota GR Corolla E210 Facelift costs RM13,950 more: RM368,950 versus RM355,000 for the Toyota GR Corolla E210.
Does the facelift accelerate faster?
No. Both cars are rated for 0-100 km/h in 5.3 seconds and a 230 km/h top speed, despite the Facelift producing 400 Nm versus 370 Nm.
