The Toyota Corolla has never been an exciting vehicle, but that’s changing with the unveiling of the GR version. The Toyota GR Corolla is new for the 2023 model year. Instead of simply being another subcompact sedan, this model is perfect for the track inside and out.

Although performance is the biggest highlight of this car, the interior is quite impressive. What makes it stand out is that the design team drew inspiration from various race cars. This isn’t to say the cabin is small, it isn’t, but this is a car racing fans will instantly fall in love with once it’s officially on the market later this fall.

The 2023 Toyota GR Corolla is one of the year's most anticipated cars. People love it because it’s quite stylish and adds a coolness factor to a car that has long needed a rebranding. Of course, the regular Corolla still exists, but this provides an option of the vehicle for gearheads worldwide. While the upcoming Toyota GR Corolla won’t be for everyone who loves the Corolla, it’s still an approachable vehicle. Sure it’s faster, but it’s not so swift that people with less driving experience can't drive it and feel safe.

There is much to love about the 2023 Toyota GR Corolla's interior. It’s spacious, has excellent racing influences, and perhaps most importantly, the car has fantastic interior technology.

Here’s a detailed look at the interior of the Toyota GR Corolla.

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The Toyota GR Corolla Has Advanced Technology

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Technology is one of the most incredible aspects of the 2023 Toyota GR Corolla. This racing-inspired car comes with a newly developed GR Full TFT meter. The system uses a 12.3-inch Multi-Information Display, which includes a GR meter with 4WD mode. It also shows gear position, a tachometer, and turbo pressure. According to the automaker, they designed this screen for optimal viewing in any condition, yet another racing influence. In addition, the system has an awesome GR start-up screen. The start-up screen is a great way to personalize the vehicle.

Although not necessarily an interior feature, the 2023 Toyota GR Corolla has a 6-speed manual transmission. The gear shifter gives traditional gearheads a gear shift to play around with whenever they need to shift. Depending on who you ask, this is the best aspect of having a manual transmission; this is why the car community begrudges the recent switch to automatics. Luckily, this is a car made for people who love these components of their rides.

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The 2023 Toyota GR Corolla Has A Top Tier Audio System

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In addition to the TFT meter, the 2023 Toyota GR Corolla has a pretty awesome sound system. It even has a separate screen. The audio system uses an 8-inch touchscreen with quite a few upgrades from what Toyota buyers expect, which include Over-The-Air updates. The new system works with both touch and voice commands. In addition, the Toyota Audio Multimedia system has an available intelligent assistant through Drive Connect. The automaker designed the interior of the 2023 Toyota GR Corolla to be as technologically advanced as it is sleek and modern.

Another cool aspect of the system is that it can connect to multiple Bluetooth devices simultaneously. The ability to connect to multiple devices comes in handy when multiple passengers want to play their favorite tunes for the trip. The Toyota Audio Multimedia system also supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. As for the sound system itself, the 2023 Toyota GR Corolla has an available 8-speaker JBL. According to the automaker, this premium sound system includes an 8-channel HiD 800-watt subwoofer and amplifier.

Toyota has some pretty unique interiors with ultra-premium features. However, the design team’s work on the GR Corolla takes it up a notch, and one of the most prominent examples of this improvement is in the top-tier audio media system.

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The Toyota GR Corolla Has A Sleek Cabin

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The 2023 Toyota GR Corolla cabin is perhaps one of the most driver-centered options on the market, or soon to be, rather. One of the things that makes this true is the positioning of the essential components of the car. One example is the aforementioned gearbox. Toyota positioned it near where the driver typically rests their arm while driving, and it has a shortened stroke. This makes shifting gears in the GR Corolla much more accessible than ever before. The same is true for all car’s controls, as the driver can easily reach them.

This car’s cabin is sleek and incredibly well-designed. The vehicle has Brin Naub suede and synthetic leather sports seats complete with red stitching. The driver seat is a 6-way adjustable, and the passenger can be adjusted four ways. You also get “GR” badged headrests, which, along with the red stitching, help make the car more unique. Buyers should note that the 2023 Toyota GR Corolla comes in different trims with various package options.

The upcoming Toyota GR Corolla is an excellent option for anyone who wants a racing and driver-centered car without getting an all-out sports car. The 2023 GR Corolla may be a fun vehicle with a fabulous interior, but it’s still a practical car suitable for all experience levels.