Toyota Updates Corolla Active Sport and Corolla Touring Active Sport to 60th-Anniversary Editions in Japan
Toyota has launched 60th-anniversary editions of the Corolla Active Sport and Corolla Touring Active Sport in Japan, commemorating the model's 60 years.
- 57 million units
- 3,231,800 yen
What Happened
Toyota announced 60th-anniversary editions of the Corolla Active Sport and Corolla Touring Active Sport, available in Japan from May 12, 2026. These special models feature exclusive exterior and interior logos, tuned suspension, 17-inch black aluminum wheels, and sport seats. Additionally, Toyota launched minor updates to the standard Corolla and Corolla Touring, including new body colors and standard smart entry, as well as a new Corolla-based driving school vehicle offered with hybrid or gasoline powertrains.
Launched 60th-anniversary editions of Corolla Active Sport and Corolla Touring Active Sport
Launched minor updates to Corolla and Corolla Touring
Launched new Corolla-based driving school vehicle
Scheduled launch of 60th-anniversary editions of Corolla Sport and Corolla Cross
57 millionunits
As of March 2026, excluding driving-school vehicles.
Why this matters
The Corolla is one of the world's best-selling cars, and these special editions highlight Toyota's commitment to evolving a classic model with sporty features and hybrid powertrains.
Terms in This Story
- Series-Parallel Hybrid
- A hybrid powertrain that can operate in series mode (engine generates electricity for motor) or parallel mode (engine drives wheels directly), optimizing efficiency.
- E-Four
- Toyota's all-wheel-drive system for hybrids, using an additional electric motor to power the rear wheels.
- e-CVT
- Electronic continuously variable transmission; a transmission used in hybrids that provides smooth acceleration without fixed gear ratios.
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