Toyota GR86 vs Toyota Corolla

Overview

Specification Toyota GR86 Toyota Corolla
Brand Toyota Toyota
Model GR86 Corolla
Year 2026 2026
Type — —
Body Style Coupe Compact Sedan

Pricing

Specification Toyota GR86 Toyota Corolla
Current Price $33,895 $28,799 – $29,500
MSRP $33,895 $29,500
Dealer Price $32,900 $28,299

Engine & Performance

Specification Toyota GR86 Toyota Corolla
Engine 2.4L Naturally Aspirated Boxer 4-Cylinder (FA24) 2.0L Dynamic Force Inline-4
Horsepower 228 hp @ 7,000 rpm 169 hp
Torque 184 lb-ft @ 3,700 rpm 151 lb-ft
0–60 mph 6.1 sec (0-60 mph) Approx. 8.1 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 140 mph (225 km/h) Approx. 118 mph

Fuel Economy

Specification Toyota GR86 Toyota Corolla
Fuel Type Premium Unleaded Gasoline Gasoline
Mileage / MPG 22 MPGe combined (20 City / 27 Hwy) 35 MPG combined
Range (EV) 290 miles total highway tank range N/A
Emissions 310 g/mi CO2 Meets applicable U.S. federal and state standards
Battery 12V starter battery N/A
Charging N/A N/A

Ratings

Specification Toyota GR86 Toyota Corolla
Expert Rating 4.8/10 4.6/10
Community Reviews 890 1680
Performance Score 9.2 8.0
Comfort Score 7.3 8.6
Safety Score GR86 Active Safety Suite 9.3
Fuel Economy Score 7.5 9.2
Technology Score 8.0 8.5
Value Score 9.6 9.1

Verdict

Specification Toyota GR86 Toyota Corolla
Pros Ultra-responsive 228 hp naturally aspirated Boxer engine; Lightweight (~2,800 lbs) rear-wheel-drive chassis with low cen... Excellent reliability reputation; Strong fuel economy; Comprehensive standard safety features; Affordable ownership and...
Cons Rear 2+2 seating is extremely tight for adult passengers; Noticeable cabin road noise at highway speeds; Firm suspension... Rear-seat space is moderate for tall adults; Performance is adequate but not sporty; Some premium tech requires higher t...