The Toyota Corolla Sport (GX / 1.2 L Turbo) is the sport‑oriented hatchback variant officially marketed in Japan, built on Toyota’s TNGA platform and introduced in June 2018 Under the hood, it houses a 1.2‑litre direct‑injection turbocharged engine (8NR‑FTS), delivering approximately 116 PS (85 kW) and 185 Nm of torque, offering brisk acceleration thanks to its broad torque range Depending on trim, it comes with a CVT (with optional full‑time AWD) or a 6‑speed manual (i‑MT) . With its MacPherson strut front and double‑wishbone rear suspension, it balances sporty handling with ride comfort . The GX trim also features advanced driving aids and driver customization through Drive Mode Select (Eco, Comfort/Normal, Sport S, Sport S+) in higher variants.
