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Toyota GR Yaris MORIZO RR receives input from Akio Toyoda, 100 units for the Japanese market

The Toyota GR Yaris has not been a perfect hot hatch since its initial introduction.

This is because there is still room for innovation and improvement by Toyota Gazoo Racing to enhance the driving experience.

Building on the experience gained from the 2025 Nurburgring 24 Hours, Toyota Gazoo Racing has introduced the GR Yaris MORIZO RR, developed in collaboration with Master Driver Akio Toyoda — better known as Morizo.

In terms of exterior features, the GR Yaris MORIZO RR comes equipped with a larger fixed rear wing made of carbon fiber, a front spoiler, side skirts, a carbon fiber engine hood, yellow brake calipers, Matte Bronze rims, a MORIZO RR emblem, and Morizo’s signature on the windshield.

The cabin features an exclusive GR suede-wrapped steering wheel with a smaller diameter.

If you notice, the layout of the function buttons is different from that of the existing GR Yaris; this setup is more similar to what is used in the GR Yaris Rally2 rally car.

Finally, the GR-Four drive mode selector now includes a special “PUSH MORIZO” function, replacing the Gravel mode found in the standard GR Yaris.

In this mode, developed in partnership with MORIZO, the power distribution is set to 50:50 between the front and rear wheels.

The driving aspects have also been enhanced with suspension settings recalibrated based on the road surface at Nurburgring, ensuring a balance between comfort and sporty handling.

The Electric Power Steering (EPS) has also been recalibrated by GAZOO Racing.

The Toyota GR Yaris MORIZO RR will be produced in a limited run of 100 units for the Japanese market, and applications can be submitted through the official TGR app, the GR App.

An additional 100 units will also be offered in select markets across Europe.

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2026 Toyota GR Corolla upgraded for the Japanese market

As a fan of high-performance Japanese cars, you should express your gratitude to Akio Toyoda, a key figure at Toyota.

Akio, affectionately known as Morizo, believes that motorsports serves as the ideal platform for developing the best street cars.

Thanks to his vision, we now see one of the key Gazoo Racing model, the hot hatch GR Corolla now receiving a new enhancement package without a long wait.

Here are the changes introduced to the GR Corolla:

  1. An increase in chassis structural adhesive from 13.9 meters to 32.7 meters for a sturdier and more stable chassis, capable of handling vertical and lateral G-forces.

  2. A new cooling duct has been added to the second air intake, aimed at stabilizing engine output under high-temperature driving conditions.

  3. The JBL Premium audio system has been improved with the addition of a subwoofer in the cargo area, complemented by the Active Noise Control (ANC) system.

  4. Additionally, the Active Sound Control (ASC) system enhances the sporty sound profile during acceleration and deceleration. Even when the throttle is released, this system generates a pop from the exhaust.

In terms of power, the 2026 GR Corolla continues to feature the G16E-GTS engine, capable of producing 300 hp and 400 Nm, paired with either a six-speed manual transmission or an eight-speed automatic.

For current GR Corolla owners, Toyota Gazoo Racing will introduce a software-inclusive upgrade program designed to increase torque from 370 Nm to 400 Nm.

The GR-Four drive system will also be upgraded, with the distribution ratio of 30:70 being replaced by a Gravel mode (50:50), while the Track mode (50:50) can be adjusted to 60:40 and 30:70.

In Japan, the 2026 Toyota GR Corolla is priced starting at ¥5,680,000 (RM161,000) for the manual version and ¥5,980,000 (RM169,000) for the automatic version.

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Limited edition Morizo x G-Shock DW5600 now available – starting from RM654 in Japan

Toyota Gazoo Racing has announced the release of a limited edition G-Shock watch in conjunction with the Fuji Super TEC 24 Hour Race at Fuji Speedway (May 31 – June 1).

The Morizo x G-Shock DW-5600 will be sold in limited quantities and is also available on the official Toyota Gazoo Racing online store on Rakuten JP.

Using the G-Shock DW-5600 model as a base, this special edition watch was designed by Morizo, the alias of Toyota’s prominent figure, Akio Toyoda.

It features details such as a yellow color scheme, a yellow G-Shock logo, and MORIZO’s signature, which appears when the light is turned on, along with a cartoon illustration of Morizo on the case back.

Additionally, it boasts the Morizo logo on the watch face and the Morizo RR logo on the watch strap.

The Morizo x G-Shock DW-5600 is priced starting at JPY 22,000 (RM654) via Rakuten JP.