You’re definitely going to get a quicker car, at least the GRC might go 0-60 in mid 5s but overall, I’m good with having a hot hatch, manual, pure bred Toyota, simply put.I currently drive a 2013 Subaru BRZ. With three kids, ages 11-14, the back seat can get a bit cramped, to put it lightly. I have been keeping my eye out for a replacement vehicle for a while, but nothing has really caught my eye, until I read the rumors of the GR Corolla.
Here is what I'm looking for in a new car:
• Manual transmission (More simple, more fun, cheaper. Every car I've ever owned has been a manual, and I don't plan on changing until forced to by EVs.)
• 4 doors, and able to fit myself (6' 200lbs) and three teenagers (without restoring to origami to fit them in the back.)
• At least as quick as my BRZ (0-60mph in 6.4 seconds and [email protected] in the 1/4.)
• All wheel drive (I have found the limitations of both FWD and RWD in winter months. True all wheel drive is preferable to the systems that are FWD until needed, then send a bit of torque to the rear.)
• Quick, nimble handling (I came from autocrossing/canyon carving Neons and then BRZ, I appreciate light weight and responsive handling.)
• Hatchback (at least enough to fit a medium sized dog.)
• Decent fuel economy (My BRZ gets 28mpg average, and I don't want to sacrifice too much in that area. I think 25mpg average would be acceptable.)
• And then it comes down to budget... I can't see myself spending more than $30-35k for a vehicle that meets these requirements. I've read rumors about potential pricing of the GR Corolla ranging from $30k to $45k... I sure hope there's at least a base model on the lower end of that spectrum, or I won't be able to afford it.
Even if it looked like the base model Corolla hatchback, and had just 257hp (lowest I've seen in a GR Yaris) with manual transmission and AWD, that would be good enough for me.
I don't feel that my wish list is too extreme, yet, with those limitations, I have not been able to find any vehicle for sale today that meets them.
So, that's what I'm looking for...
I'm curious what are you all are looking for, what are your requirements/wish list, and what is your budget like for this car?
I've mostly owned budget enthusiast cars that often have drivers do questionable mods, and I'm fine with that! 😆You’re definitely going to get a quicker car, at least the GRC might go 0-60 in mid 5s but overall, I’m good with having a hot hatch, manual, pure bred Toyota, simply put.
As far as price 35-40k is fine with me. Usually the lower the price you start seeing certain crowds getting into the car with questionable mods.
Not that, I’m talking that stupid stance crowd that a lot of teenagers do when they get into cars around the 28-30k range. Lol. I see people on the GR86 forums complain about it not realizing that’s kind of the car where they can do that due to price.I've mostly owned budget enthusiast cars that often have drivers do questionable mods, and I'm fine with that! 😆
Would you prefer a big iPad or the two small screens like the new base WRX?I'm not too picky about features. I hope the brakes from the GRY Circuit Pack are either standard or a package, obviously as well as the LSD's. I just don't want an iPad for my infotainment.
Or like the 4AGE? HahaStronger engine, improved cam profile, addressing the weak spots found in the Yaris by the Aussies
Better stock clutch
Larger turbo to accommodate the weight increase from the Yaris
201hp per liter (marketing ploy I know, but it would sell cars)
return fuel system with very large intake pump
Rear biased torque distribution, driver controllable
Heated and cooled seats
9" wide factory wheels
no automatic transmission option
a modern infotainment center with a decent sound system, that shows different engine and drivetrain functions like my GTR does (boost, etc)
hvac buttons, not soft buttons
room for a well sized front mount intercooler
strong factory multi piston brakes
beefy axles
typical Toyota build quality
sporty front and rear distinctive bumpers, distinctive fenders would be nice as well
stock launch control
large throaty exhaust, some factory pops would be cool
a hood scoop like the GT4 or hood vents, especially if it uses an A2W
110v outlet
tons of headroom for improvement, like the 2j
I second all of these, but that would be a $50k carStronger engine, improved cam profile, addressing the weak spots found in the Yaris by the Aussies
Better stock clutch
Larger turbo to accommodate the weight increase from the Yaris
201hp per liter (marketing ploy I know, but it would sell cars)
return fuel system with very large intake pump
Rear biased torque distribution, driver controllable
Heated and cooled seats
9" wide factory wheels
no automatic transmission option
a modern infotainment center with a decent sound system, that shows different engine and drivetrain functions like my GTR does (boost, etc)
hvac buttons, not soft buttons
room for a well sized front mount intercooler
strong factory multi piston brakes
beefy axles
typical Toyota build quality
sporty front and rear distinctive bumpers, distinctive fenders would be nice as well
stock launch control
large throaty exhaust, some factory pops would be cool
a hood scoop like the GT4 or hood vents, especially if it uses an A2W
110v outlet
tons of headroom for improvement, like the 2j
That's on my price rangeI second all of these, but that would be a $50k car
Haha I think I would get a slightly used F80 M3 at that price point. I am really hoping this comes in under $40k..That's on my price range
If its 50k American its over my budget I think I am with you at around 50CDNThat's on my price range
Man of culture. My wife agreed to any price essentially up to that as well. LmaoThat's on my price range
Right on!!! High five!!! LOL!!! She asked me last Saturday when I was about to order the 2022 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab Pro-4X. Truck or the GR Corolla? I said “You win, GR Corolla it is” ✌🏼😅Man of culture. My wife agreed to any price essentially up to that as well. Lmao
I’m not going to buy a BMW, to maintain something like that is too pricey. But if you are talking about BMW 1M, ohhh shoooot I’m down! 🥰Haha I think I would get a slightly used F80 M3 at that price point. I am really hoping this comes in under $40k..
If all the option that we want, why not? Just dreaming about all the option we can do. I want to do a full specIf its 50k American its over my budget I think I am with you at around 50CDN
