Toyota New Zealand will bring one of its most extreme performance models to local shores, with the GRMN Corolla set to appear as part of a global Gazoo Racing showcase that celebrates the brand’s motorsport DNA.

Two GRMN Corolla demonstration vehicles will visit New Zealand for a series of enthusiast-focused activations, giving local fans a rare opportunity to see the flagship hot hatch in person.

Sadly, Toyota New Zealand says the GRMN Corolla is not intended for local sale. Further details on where the two demonstration vehicles will appear in New Zealand will be confirmed closer to their arrival.

Sitting above the GR86 sports car and GR Yaris and GR Corolla hatchbacks, in the GR Performance lineup, the GRMN Corolla is the most track-focused version of the GR Corolla yet.

Developed through the brand's Super Taikyu endurance racing program and tested at Germany’s Nürburgring circuit, it takes the standard GR Corolla on sale here and pushes it further with upgrades designed to deliver extra track-day performance.