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Toyota (NYSE: TM) said today that the ubiquitous Corolla is celebrating six decades of reliability, and efficiency, a legacy that spans the globe with the new 2027 Corolla 60th Anniversary Special Edition.*
“Since its debut in Japan in 1966, the Corolla has grown from a compact car designed for a rapidly changing world into one of the most significant vehicles in Toyota history,” Toyota said in a news release. “Along the way, Corolla helped introduce Toyota to drivers around the world, becoming a familiar presence on roads and in driveways across generations. Through six decades of change, it has continued to evolve alongside the people who drive it,” Toyota said.
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The 2027 Toyota Corolla is expected to arrive at Toyota dealerships this fall. The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price, excluding Dealer Processing and Handling, will start at $23,325 for the LE grade. The 60th Anniversary Special Edition will arrive in early 2027, with pricing to be announced at a later date. The 2027 Corolla 60th Anniversary Special Edition will be limited to just 2,500 units in the U.S.
Built on the popular and dynamic SE Hybrid grade, this commemorative model perfectly blends Corolla’s renowned fuel efficiency with an aggressive, athletic stance. Buyers will have the choice of two bold exterior colors that highlight the Corolla’s sleek lines: the crisp, classic Ice Cap or the vibrant Supersonic Red, a color available exclusively on the Special Edition.
Anniversary Details
Toyota designers ensured the 60th Anniversary Special Edition stands out from the crowd with a curated package of exterior and interior enhancements. As a subtle homage to earlier models of the current generation, the vehicle rides on striking 18-inch machined, black-finished alloy wheels that give it a premium, planted look.
To mark the occasion, the standard SE badging has been removed and replaced with exclusive 60th Anniversary badging on the exterior. Inside the cabin, the celebration continues with driver-focused sport seats featuring Black and Red Sport Fabric inserts.
The special edition package also includes:
- 5-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia System: Coming standard on the Special Edition, this expansive screen puts navigation, entertainment and connectivity front and center.
- 60th Anniversary Door Sills: Welcoming drivers and passengers with a nod to Corolla’s heritage every time they step inside.
- 60th Anniversary Floor Mats: Custom-designed mats that help protect the cabin while tying the commemorative theme together.
Apart from the special edition, Corolla and Corolla Hatchback receive a new shade of black called Inked for 2027. They are available in a diverse range of gas and hybrid grades. Gas models are available in LE, SE and XSE grades. The efficient Hybrid lineup includes Hybrid LE, Hybrid SE, Hybrid XLE and the exclusive 60th Anniversary Special Edition.
Powering Corolla gas models is a 2.0-liter “Dynamic Force” 4-cylinder DOHC 16-valve engine that uses Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence rated at 169 horsepower and 151 lb.-ft. of torque by Toyota. The gas-powered Corolla has a manufacturer-estimated rating of 32 city/41 highway/35 combined MPG for the LE grade.
Hybrid models have Toyota Hybrid System 5 (THS 5). This links a 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine with an electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) to produce a net combined 138 horsepower. These models maximize fuel efficiency with a manufacturer-estimated rating of 53 city/46 highway/50 combined MPG for the Hybrid LE FWD and Hybrid XLE grades.
For drivers looking for added traction, Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive (AWD) is available on Hybrid LE and Hybrid SE grades.
Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard across all grades as well as wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility.
The 2027 Corolla comes standard with an 8-inch touchscreen equipped with the Toyota Audio Multimedia system. A 10.5-inch screen is available on the SE and Hybrid SE grades and comes standard on the XSE and Hybrid XLE grades as well as the 60th Anniversary Special Edition.
The 2027 Toyota Corolla gas models are built at Toyota Mississippi in Blue Springs, Mississippi, while the Corolla Hybrid models are built at the Takaoka Plant in Japan.
Limited Warranty and ToyotaCare
Toyota’s 36-month/36,000 mile basic new-vehicle warranty applies to all components other than normal wear and maintenance items. Additional 60-month warranties cover the powertrain for 60,000 miles and corrosion with no mileage limitation.
The Toyota Corolla also comes standard with ToyotaCare, a maintenance plan that covers normal factory-scheduled service for one year or 10,000 miles, whichever comes first, and 24-hour roadside assistance for two years, unlimited mileage.
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Ken Zino, editor and publisher of AutoInformed, is a versatile auto industry participant with global experience spanning decades in print and broadcast journalism, as well as social media. He has automobile testing, marketing, public relations and communications experience. He is past president of The International Motor Press Assn, the Detroit Press Club, founding member and first President of the Automotive Press Assn. He is a member of APA, IMPA and the Midwest Automotive Press Assn.
He also brings an historical perspective while citing their contemporary relevance of the work of legendary auto writers such as Ken Purdy, Jim Dunne or Jerry Flint, or writers such as Red Smith, Mark Twain, Thomas Jefferson – all to bring perspective to a chaotic automotive universe.
Above all, decades after he first drove a car, Zino still revels in the sound of the exhaust as the throttle is blipped during a downshift and the driver’s rush that occurs when the entry, apex and exit points of a turn are smoothly and swiftly crossed. It’s the beginning of a perfect lap.
AutoInformed has an editorial philosophy that loves transportation machines of all kinds while promoting critical thinking about the future use of cars and trucks.
Zino builds AutoInformed from his background in automotive journalism starting at Hearst Publishing in New York City on Motor and MotorTech Magazines and car testing where he reviewed hundreds of vehicles in his decade-long stint as the Detroit Bureau Chief of Road & Track magazine. Zino has also worked in Europe, and Asia – now the largest automotive market in the world with China at its center.
First Look – 2027 Toyota Corolla 60th Anniversary Edition
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Toyota (NYSE: TM) said today that the ubiquitous Corolla is celebrating six decades of reliability, and efficiency, a legacy that spans the globe with the new 2027 Corolla 60th Anniversary Special Edition.*
“Since its debut in Japan in 1966, the Corolla has grown from a compact car designed for a rapidly changing world into one of the most significant vehicles in Toyota history,” Toyota said in a news release. “Along the way, Corolla helped introduce Toyota to drivers around the world, becoming a familiar presence on roads and in driveways across generations. Through six decades of change, it has continued to evolve alongside the people who drive it,” Toyota said.
Click for more.
The 2027 Toyota Corolla is expected to arrive at Toyota dealerships this fall. The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price, excluding Dealer Processing and Handling, will start at $23,325 for the LE grade. The 60th Anniversary Special Edition will arrive in early 2027, with pricing to be announced at a later date. The 2027 Corolla 60th Anniversary Special Edition will be limited to just 2,500 units in the U.S.
Built on the popular and dynamic SE Hybrid grade, this commemorative model perfectly blends Corolla’s renowned fuel efficiency with an aggressive, athletic stance. Buyers will have the choice of two bold exterior colors that highlight the Corolla’s sleek lines: the crisp, classic Ice Cap or the vibrant Supersonic Red, a color available exclusively on the Special Edition.
Anniversary Details
Toyota designers ensured the 60th Anniversary Special Edition stands out from the crowd with a curated package of exterior and interior enhancements. As a subtle homage to earlier models of the current generation, the vehicle rides on striking 18-inch machined, black-finished alloy wheels that give it a premium, planted look.
To mark the occasion, the standard SE badging has been removed and replaced with exclusive 60th Anniversary badging on the exterior. Inside the cabin, the celebration continues with driver-focused sport seats featuring Black and Red Sport Fabric inserts.
The special edition package also includes:
Apart from the special edition, Corolla and Corolla Hatchback receive a new shade of black called Inked for 2027. They are available in a diverse range of gas and hybrid grades. Gas models are available in LE, SE and XSE grades. The efficient Hybrid lineup includes Hybrid LE, Hybrid SE, Hybrid XLE and the exclusive 60th Anniversary Special Edition.
Powering Corolla gas models is a 2.0-liter “Dynamic Force” 4-cylinder DOHC 16-valve engine that uses Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence rated at 169 horsepower and 151 lb.-ft. of torque by Toyota. The gas-powered Corolla has a manufacturer-estimated rating of 32 city/41 highway/35 combined MPG for the LE grade.
Hybrid models have Toyota Hybrid System 5 (THS 5). This links a 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine with an electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) to produce a net combined 138 horsepower. These models maximize fuel efficiency with a manufacturer-estimated rating of 53 city/46 highway/50 combined MPG for the Hybrid LE FWD and Hybrid XLE grades.
For drivers looking for added traction, Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive (AWD) is available on Hybrid LE and Hybrid SE grades.
Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard across all grades as well as wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility.
The 2027 Corolla comes standard with an 8-inch touchscreen equipped with the Toyota Audio Multimedia system. A 10.5-inch screen is available on the SE and Hybrid SE grades and comes standard on the XSE and Hybrid XLE grades as well as the 60th Anniversary Special Edition.
The 2027 Toyota Corolla gas models are built at Toyota Mississippi in Blue Springs, Mississippi, while the Corolla Hybrid models are built at the Takaoka Plant in Japan.
Limited Warranty and ToyotaCare
Toyota’s 36-month/36,000 mile basic new-vehicle warranty applies to all components other than normal wear and maintenance items. Additional 60-month warranties cover the powertrain for 60,000 miles and corrosion with no mileage limitation.
The Toyota Corolla also comes standard with ToyotaCare, a maintenance plan that covers normal factory-scheduled service for one year or 10,000 miles, whichever comes first, and 24-hour roadside assistance for two years, unlimited mileage.
*AutoInformed on
About Ken Zino
Ken Zino, editor and publisher of AutoInformed, is a versatile auto industry participant with global experience spanning decades in print and broadcast journalism, as well as social media. He has automobile testing, marketing, public relations and communications experience. He is past president of The International Motor Press Assn, the Detroit Press Club, founding member and first President of the Automotive Press Assn. He is a member of APA, IMPA and the Midwest Automotive Press Assn. He also brings an historical perspective while citing their contemporary relevance of the work of legendary auto writers such as Ken Purdy, Jim Dunne or Jerry Flint, or writers such as Red Smith, Mark Twain, Thomas Jefferson – all to bring perspective to a chaotic automotive universe. Above all, decades after he first drove a car, Zino still revels in the sound of the exhaust as the throttle is blipped during a downshift and the driver’s rush that occurs when the entry, apex and exit points of a turn are smoothly and swiftly crossed. It’s the beginning of a perfect lap. AutoInformed has an editorial philosophy that loves transportation machines of all kinds while promoting critical thinking about the future use of cars and trucks. Zino builds AutoInformed from his background in automotive journalism starting at Hearst Publishing in New York City on Motor and MotorTech Magazines and car testing where he reviewed hundreds of vehicles in his decade-long stint as the Detroit Bureau Chief of Road & Track magazine. Zino has also worked in Europe, and Asia – now the largest automotive market in the world with China at its center.