Toyota GR Corolla Updated with New Automatic Transmission

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•The new eight-speed automatic transmission is now available in the Toyota GR Corolla in South Africa.
•Additional unspecified upgrades accompany the transmission update to enhance the vehicle.
•The update was announced on March 19 and expanded in South Africa by March 20, 2026.

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▸Toyota successfully markets the upgraded GR Corolla with the new automatic transmission sales of the GR Corolla increase in South Africa, boosting Toyota's market share in the compact performance segment

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📈Toyota GR Corolla

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🏛Toyota Motor Corporation

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AFRICAIOL (South Africa)Toyota GR Corolla expands line-up with new eight-speed automatic transmission in South Africa AFRICABusiness Day (South Africa)Toyota GR Corolla gets new automatic transmission and other upgrades

Toyota has updated the GR Corolla model in South Africa by introducing a new eight-speed automatic transmission along with other enhancements. These upgrades aim to improve driving comfort and attract more buyers in the compact performance car market. The changes could affect consumer choices and sales trends for this vehicle segment.