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Toyota C-HR: a landmark model for Toyota in Europe *UK availability to be confirmed. The launch of the original Toyota C-HR was a landmark for both Toyota and the European C-SUV segment. It was a radical addition to a highly competitive market, striking a contrast with conventional SUV styling with a dramatic, sharp-edged design closer to the look of contemporary sports coupes. Its success as an innovator helped transform public perception of Toyota in Europe, adding a strong emotional dimension to the brand. Customers responded strongly with more than half citing the car’s styling as their principal reason for purchase. The Toyota C-HR went on to become Toyota’s best-performing model for conquest sales. The all-new, next generation Toyota C-HR takes the stand-out quality and status of its predecessor to a higher level with avant garde design, advanced technologies and a range of electrified hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains with increased power, greater driveability and extended all-electric driving capabilities. It also reinforces Toyota’s commitment to Europe: the new model was conceived in Europe with European customers firmly in mind, and it is being built exclusively in Europe, including assembly of its high-voltage battery units. Designed to stand out, not blend in The new Toyota C-HR’s striking design is faithful to the styling displayed by the prologue model revealed in late 2022. Its distinctive exterior has the impact of “a concept car on the road”. The original Toyota C-HR broke the mould of SUV design with its coupe-like lines. These are rendered even more sharply in the new model with its “super-coupe” profile. The frontal treatment presents the new face for Toyota SUVs, seen also on the all-electric bZ4X. True to the styling cues of the Toyota C-HR prologue, the look is keen and piercing, with a sense of the car being ready to surge forwards. The theme of interlocking shapes is prominent in the diamond-cut character lines along the side of the vehicle, underscoring the flush door handles – featured on a Toyota for the first time – and adding emphasis to the car’s road presence. The car’s dynamic, condensed look is further strengthened by short overhangs and large wheels – up to 20-inch diameter. A new style of bi-tone paint design will be available, extending the contrast black roof down to the rear bumper and into the car’s rear three-quarter section. Efforts were focused on creating a seamless look with tighter shut lines and perfect integration of elements such as the cameras and parking sensors with a “concealed tech” approach. Toyota’s design and aero teams worked closely together to ensure the exterior was aerodynamically efficient as well as visually impressive. This has ensured optimisation of airflow over and around the vehicle in details including the precise profiling of the front bumper and format of the rear roof spoiler. The original Toyota C-HR marked a leap forward in sensory quality; the new model goes further with an interior that has an even more premium and refined feel and appearance. All control elements are concentrated in the driver’s zone, while a horizontal instrument panel arrangement and a “wing” design theme give passengers the sense of the cabin wrapping around them. A personalised user experience Toyota has created a seamless, intuitive, and personalised user experience designed to go beyond people’s expectations, anticipating their needs. It recognises the value today’s customers place on a connected in-car ecosystem where they can use an app on their phone, a touchscreen or voice commands to control a wide range of functions. A welcome scenario automatically unfolds as the driver approaches their vehicle, with a brightening of exterior lights – including illumination of the new Toyota C-HR light signature on the back door. The driver’s preferred settings for (where specified) seat position, digital instrument display, head-up display and multimedia screen are automatically applied. The Toyota C-HR features a new, 12.3-inch fully digital combimeter (depending on equipment grade). Graphics are sharp and information is clearly zoned and easy to read. The display can be adjusted to prioritise different content according to driver preference or the kind of journey being made, for example making the active ADAS function information prominent when joining a motorway. There are three pre-set layouts which can be personalised using switches on the steering wheel. Quality and ease of use are enhanced by consistent use of colours, fonts for the combimeter and the multimedia display screen. The Toyota C-HR will be available with a digital key system, where the user only has to have their phone on their person to access and start the vehicle.1 The ambient lighting system offers a wide range of colours – a choice of up to 64 – and introduces options for interior direct and indirect lighting to reflect the cabin environment – cool or warm – or the time of day. A programme of 24 changing shades has been designed, synchronised with the passing of each hour to progress from bright morning tones to more relaxing ones in the evening. The lighting scheme will also help enhance safety: the audible and visual alerts of the Safe Exit Assist system will be reinforced by interior lighting changing to red, to warn of a door being opened when there is a risk of collision with traffic or cyclists approaching from the rear. The Toyota C-HR is the first Toyota model to benefit from these extensions to ambient lighting functionality. The Toyota Smart Connect multimedia package includes (according to model grade) an eight or 12.3-inch touchscreen, on-board voice agent and wireless smartphone connection via Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. The system will provide EV range information and local charging locations in its POI function. Owners will also be able to use Toyota’s MyT smartphone app for remote control of vehicle functions, including operating the air conditioning system to heat or cool the car before making a journey. The high level of innovation includes a unique-in-class automatic parking function. An app will also be available to allow fully remote parking, with the driver outside the vehicle, allowing for even more precise manoeuvring into limited spaces*. *UK availability to be confirmed. Advanced safety and driver assistance All versions of the all-new Toyota C-HR will benefit from the latest Toyota Safety Sense portfolio of active safety and driver assistance features. Their range and functionality have been extended to provide even greater safeguards against many common accident risks and to reduce the burden on the driver. For added convenience, future system software updates can be delivered over-the-air, with no need for a retailer visit. The key developments include new Acceleration Suppression that slows any sudden use of the throttle when risk of a collision with a vehicle ahead is detected. Also new, Proactive Driving Assist (PDA) works at low speeds, providing smooth deceleration when the driver comes off the throttle when approaching a slower vehicle ahead, or entering a bend. It also enables Steering Assist, which recognises a bend ahead and adjusts steering force to help the driver make a smooth and stable turn. On certain model grades, owners will also be able to add the option of an advanced safety package for their car, including features such as Lane Change Assist with Front Cross Traffic Alert, a Driver Monitor Camera (enhancing performance of the Emergency Driving Stop System), an Adaptive High-beam System with camera control to adjust light distribution; and (where local regulations permit) hands-free driving to automatically follow the vehicle ahead in a stop-start traffic jam. Supporting sustainability and reducing carbon Extensive measures have been taken to reduce carbon emissions and make greater use of recycled materials, supporting sustainability and the circular economy concept. Compared to its predecessor, the new car has double the content of recycled plastics – used in more than 100 different parts. These include a new fabric for the seat upholstery that’s made from recycled PET bottles. The bumpers are formed from a new resin material that is pre-coloured in the mould – an innovation that is expected to save hundreds of tonnes of CO2. Further savings have been achieved by adopting a new automated painting process using water-based paints and by adopting a new animal-free material as an alternative to leather for the steering wheel cover. Design and technology measures have been taken to reduce the car’s weight, including new high-strength steels and a new panoramic roof design. The fixed panoramic roof has low-emissive and infra-red-reducing coatings which keep heat inside the cabin in winter and prevent overheating in sunny summer weather. This avoids the need for a conventional sunshade, saving 5kg in unit weight, improving headroom by 3cm and reducing the need to use the air conditioning to maintain a comfortable temperature. Three electrified powertrains The all-new Toyota C-HR will be introduced with a choice of three electrified powertrains, a line-up that demonstrates Toyota’s well-proven multi-technology path to carbon neutrality. Toyota believes that diverse options need to be offered to give customers access to affordable and practical vehicles that will accelerate the pace of CO2 reduction as of now and help ensure a successful transition to zero emission mobility. The range comprises 1.8 and 2.0-litre hybrid electric (HEV) versions and a 2.0-litre plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) model. The new models benefit from the latest, fifth generation Toyota technology which delivers a class-leading balance of increased power and low emissions, meeting the needs and priorities of customers at the heart of the C-segment market. This has been achieved with a comprehensive redesign of key hybrid system components to reduce size and mass, including a new transaxle and power control unit (PCU) and a more powerful high-voltage battery. The 1.8-litre HEV powertrain, as also featured in the new Corolla family, is focused on eco performance but has significantly more power than the current 1.8-litre hybrid electric Toyota C-HR. The 2.0-litre hybrid is an even stronger proposition, its higher output contributing to a rewarding hybrid driving experience with uncompromised efficiency. The 2.0-litre plug-in hybrid – a best-in-class system – has a dual DNA: it provides effortless all-electric EV driving for daily use and highly efficient hybrid electric performance for longer trips. The system can take much of the stress out of driving, with true EV capability with a very competitive range, and with Regeneration Boost – a “one pedal”-like driving experience – with three operating levels for easier progress in city traffic. It will also automatically adjust the drive mode to optimise energy efficiency, recognising the best opportunities for energy recharging when following a route via the car’s navigation system. Thanks to the introduction of a new geofencing function, the Toyota C-HR PHEV will automatically switch to EV operation when the car enters a low emission zone (LEZ), optimising battery usage across the entire trip (when using a navigation system and sufficient battery charge is available)*. *UK availability to be confirmed. Agile, responsive handling Every aspect of the Toyota C-HR’s dynamic performance has been analysed to deliver enhancements, building on the model’s established reputation for nimble, agile handling. The new powertrains have been calibrated to achieve intuitive acceleration performance and controllability, with a more direct relationship between use of the throttle and the vehicle’s response, increasing driver confidence and the fun-to-drive factor. Suspension, brakes and steering have also been redesigned and tuned to achieve an ideal balance between vehicle poise, ride comfort and responsiveness. During development, the Toyota C-HR underwent extensive testing by a team of Toyota master drivers, both on track at the company’s European test centre and on all kinds of roads and in different weather conditions across the continent, to ensure the best possible dynamic balance was achieved. Toyota C-HR Premiere Edition At launch, the new Toyota C-HR range will feature a special Premiere Edition model, showcasing the highest levels of equipment and styling. The Premiere Edition has a signature Sulphur bi-tone exterior. The cabin features perforated leather seats with contrast Sulphur stitching, a head-up display and Skyview panoramic roof. With its concept car-like design, seamless digital user experience, fully electrified powertrain range and nimble driving dynamics, the new Toyota C-HR has the qualities to maintain its position as an iconic model, attracting new customers and strengthening the Toyota brand in Europe. Note: All performance data are provisional prior to homologation. Final specifications will be confirmed at a later date. 1 Digital Smart Key introduction is expected during 2024. Production timing is not available at this stage. Feature availability and vehicle specification may vary among models, grades and according to market availability. Details of the UK range, specifications and pricing will be confirmed at a later date

The Toyota Prius’s status as the pioneer that paved the way for today’s electrified vehicle market has been recognised with a lifetime achievement award in the TopGear.com Electric Awards 2023 Announcing the award, the magazine declared Toyota quality ensured Prius has a lasting legacy: “As it piles on the years and miles, a Prius refuses to die. Durability and reliability are the stuff of legends, never mind the complexity and presence of a battery.” First introduced in Japan in 1997 and launched in the UK in 2000, the original Prius introduced the world to the concept of hybrid electric technology and a cleaner, more efficient and user-friendly alternative powertrain. It began life as a niche model, presented as a four-seat saloon of modest proportions, but went on to deliver positive change and new generations of hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) with low and zero emission capabilities. And where Toyota led, other manufacturers have followed, adopting the concept of hybrid as an effective means of reducing carbon emissions and shifting customers’ perceptions towards electrified vehicles. Twenty years on from launch, Prius had helped secure 10 million global HEV sales for Toyota, a milestone acknowledged by Takeshi Uchiyamada, former Chairman of the Board of Toyota Motor Corporation, popularly known as the “father of Prius,” who said: “When we launched Prius, no one even knew what a hybrid was. those who drove it were called geeks or other names. Thanks to those early adopters who gave Prius a chance, hybrids have grown in popularity and have ridden a wave of success out of the unknown.” Today, Prius has been the inspiration for Toyota to constantly improve its hybrid technology and adapt it for use in models across its complete range, from Yaris and Yaris Cross, to Corolla, C-HR and RAV4. In 2023, the new Corolla became the first UK model to benefit from the fifth generation of Toyota’s hybrid system, delivering not just higher fuel and emissions efficiency, but also more power and a greater driver rewards. Hybrid also provided the foundation for Toyota’s development of other low and zero emission technologies for plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV), fuel cell electric (FCEV) and battery electric (BEV) vehicles. Since the first Prius took to the road, more than 5.7 million have been sold worldwide, while sales of Toyota group HEVs, PHEVs, FCEVs and BEVs have passed 22 million. Toyota calculates together they have saved around 160 million tonnes of CO2 emissions, compared to equivalent vehicles powered by internal combustion engines.

The new Toyota GR Yaris makes its world debut today at the 2024 Tokyo Auto Salon, benefiting from technical, design and construction enhancements that promise to deliver an even greater driving experience. The GR Yaris met with such praise and enthusiasm on its launch, Toyota might have considered its work was done. Here was a car that at a stroke stormed to the top of the hot-hatch segment, a rally-born, thoroughbred machine that left all competitors in its wake. Think again: this was in fact just the start of the story. In the three years since the first car came off the line, intensive efforts have been invested in making it even better: more powerful, more responsive, more engaging and – believe it – more rewarding to drive. Toyota Gazoo Racing engineers, Master Drivers, and race and rally professionals have worked together in the spirit of constant improvement to enrich the GR Yaris’ essential character as a “driver- first” car – one that is all about the special experience you enjoy from the moment you get behind the wheel and fire up the engine. The check-list of changes is extensive, justifying the “new GR Yaris” description. Key elements include evolution of the world-leading turbocharged three-cylinder engine to deliver even more power and torque and the introduction of a brand-new eight-speed Gazoo Racing Direct Automatic Transmission, engineered for competition-fast gear changes. The bespoke GR Yaris chassis has been further strengthened and in the cabin the cockpit layout and driving position have been redrawn for a more authentic sports car feel, whether on-road driving or in motorsports competition. The suspension has also been adjusted for greater handling control and robust performance under high loads, with revised spring rates and a strengthened front shock absorber assembly. The new GR Yaris offers everything that made the original such a success, but more so. As a result, it promises to set itself even further ahead of the competition. A more focused range will offer a single version in “Circuit” specification, with a cooling performance pack that includes an additional radiator, intercooler spray and modified air intake. The new GR Yaris will be available in the UK and across Europe from Summer 2024. Details of UK specifications and pricing will be announced at a later date. GR Yaris: the story so far The GR Yaris is the perfect demonstration of how Toyota and its performance arm Toyota Gazoo Racing are committed to developing ever-better cars through motorsport. From the outset, this was not going to be just another hot hatch: this was a car that in engineering and design terms directly reaped the benefits of Toyota Gazoo Racing’s championship-winning experience in the World Rally Championship. A new engine, a new electronic all-wheel drive system and a tailor-made chassis were all part of the plan. When the production car reached the hands of the press and customers, the response far surpassed Toyota’s expectations. Since the model’s 2020 launch, more than 18,000 cars have been sold in Europe – the greatest number going to UK customers – with a 99 per cent customer satisfaction rating. Most of those sold have been the Circuit version, hence the decision to focus on this specification for the new model. Customers include many performance car aficionados, who consider the GR Yaris to be worthy of a place alongside significantly more powerful prestige models in their collections. The GR Yaris is thus beyond categorisation; it is in a class of its own and an instant sports car classic. The development programme that has delivered the new GR Yaris follows the concept of “develop, race, break, fix”. This describes how in seeking improvements, the car is pushed to its limits – literally to the breaking point of its components. Chief Engineer Naohiko Saito said: “Every aspect of the new GR Yaris incorporates the knowhow and expertise fed back from actual motorsport situations and from our Master Driver and race and rally drivers.” More power, more torque, more control At launch, the GR Yaris’ turbocharged engine had the distinction of being the world’s most powerful three-cylinder production unit. Now it offers even more: power has been increased by 19.7bhp/20 DIN hp and the driver can call on an additional 30Nm of torque; maximum figures have risen to 276bhp/280 DIN hp and 390Nm. This new benchmark in performance reaffirms the car’s supremacy in its class, increasing its advantage over the competition and delivering an authentic race car feel that reaffirms how Toyota has realised its ambition to build a rally car for the road. At the same time as engine output has been raised, steps have been taken to ensure durability is maintained. Once again, the race track and the rally stage were the proving ground, with the engine tested to breaking point in the Japan Rally Championship and the Japanese Endurance Race series. Details include a strengthened valvetrain, a new exhaust valve material and an increase in the D-4ST fuel injection pressure. New lightweight pistons with wear-resistant rings have been fitted and a new intake pressure sensor has been added. The new model will be offered in a single “Circuit” specification that includes a cooling performance pack. This equips the car with a new sub-radiator to improve reliability in full-throttle driving, modifications to the air intake and an intercooler spray. Super-fast shifting with new Gazoo Racing Direct Automatic Transmission The introduction of a brand-new eight-speed Gazoo Racing Direct Automatic Transmission is one of the most significant changes in the new GR Yaris programme, offered as an option to the established six-speed manual gearbox. In designing the new unit, Toyota focused on achieving the fastest possible downshift speed. Changing to automatic operation; using an automatic also lets the driver focus more strongly on steering and use of the brake and throttle pedals. Where conventional gear shifting relies on sensing vehicle behaviour, such as deceleration g-force and speed, the new transmission’s optimised software is also finely tuned to sense how the driver is using the brakes and accelerator. By doing so, it anticipates when gear shifting is necessary even before changes in vehicle behaviour occur, so that gear selection reflects the driver’s intentions and is similar to how professional drivers operate. In track testing, the new system proved its value, helping secure faster lap times than the manual transmission. Handling performance is supported by the standard provision of front and rear Torsen limited-slip differentials. To address issues including the vulnerability of automatic systems to heat damage and the need to balance high shift speed with driveability, GR engineers carried out repeated materials and software revisions. The test programme included TGR World Rally Team drivers putting it through its paces on different surfaces, including snow-covered roads in Finland. The unit was also used in the Japan Rally Championship, the Toyota Gazoo Racing Rally Challenge and the Super Taikyu Series. Increasing the number of gears from six to eight allows the transmission to have closer ratios. It also benefits from a new torque control system and a compact, high-response linear solenoid. Using highly heat-resistant material in the gear-shift clutch and adjustments tuning of the control software have produced world-class shifting speeds. Shifting in the D-range is of competition standard and the predictive gear selection function aligns perfectly with the driver’s intentions. Cooling requirements are addressed with the installation of an automatic transmission fluid cooler as standard. A new drive mode selection function is available to tailor the car for both sports driving and everyday use, with Sport, Normal and Eco modes engaging different settings for the electric power steering, air conditioning operation, throttle response and the driver’s instrument display. On models equipped with the Gazoo Racing Direct Automatic Transmission, the gearshift feel and selection are also adjusted. Shift feel is response-oriented in Sport mode and has a balance between shock and response in Normal and Eco modes. In Sport mode, response is prioritised in the D range, while using M range ensures the quickest shifting. The driver will find that working within the rev band from 4,900rpm to the 7,200rpm red line puts them at the heart of the action. As with the current GR Yaris, optimum grip and traction are achieved with the GR-FOUR electronically controlled, permanent all-wheel drive system. Developed specifically for the car, this adjusts the balance of front and rear-wheel drive in three modes to suit the driving scenario – Normal, Sport and Track. Increased body rigidity delivers even better response The GR Yaris’s lightweight body has been rendered even more rigid with around a 13 per cent increase in spot welds and the application of approximately 24 per cent more structural adhesive. As a result, the car’s yaw response, steering feedback and grip feel have been enhanced, enhancing what was already a taut and highly rewarding chassis. The platform was purpose-designed for the car, combining the front section of the Yaris’ GA-B structure and a new rear end crafted from Toyota’s larger GA-C platform. The light but rigid suspension systems have been retained – front MacPherson struts and rear double wishbones with trailing arms – but adjustments have been made in response to feedback from competition drivers. Adding extra bolts to fasten the front shock absorbers to the body suppresses changes in alignment that can happen when upper bush deforms in high-load driving. The front and rear springs have also been adjusted for optimum performance and improved handling control. New competition-inspired driver’s cockpit Significant changes have been made inside the GR Yaris to give the driver’s cockpit an authentically sporty feel with a design that’s true to the “driver first” principles that define the car. The GR team took the inputs from racing and rally drivers as inspiration for re-positioning controls and giving the driver faster, clearer access. Race and rally drivers also had direct input into the changes. Controls that often need to be used in competition driving, such as intercooler spray, VSC-OFF and hazard lights have been moved closer to the driver so they can be reached quickly and easily when using a racing harness. On the passenger side, the tray in the instrument panel has been made larger so there is space for extra meters or a co-driver’s monitor to be fitted. The driver’s field of vision from the wheel has been improved by changing dropping the top edge of the instrument panel by 50mm, changing the position of the rear-view mirror and angling the control panel 15 degrees further towards the driver. The instrumentation includes a new 12.3-inch fully digital combimeter with two layout modes – normal and sport, the latter providing a sports performance-focused data display. The design is free of any superfluous ornamentation, so graphics a clear and information can be instantly viewed and understood. On the automatic model, the read-out includes transmission oil temperature and a visual warning in addition to a sound alarm to alert the driver when engine revs are too high for downshifting. Precise changes have been made to give the driver the best posture. The seat has been lowered by 25mm and steering wheel adjusted accordingly. The shift direction has been changed to suit competition driving so the driver pushes the lever forward for downshifts and pulls back for upshifts – a detail promoted by Master Driver and Toyota Motor Corporation Chairman Akio Toyoda (alias “Morizo”). Exterior details As might be expected in such a thoroughbred machine, the changes to the GR Yaris’ exterior are far from being simple cosmetic tweaks. Once again, the feedback from professional and master drivers and experience gained in the heat of motorsport have been integral to the revisions. The essential package remains the same: GR Yaris is a three-door car and very much a model in its own right: only the rear light clusters, antenna and door mirrors are carried over from the standard hatchback. Every element has been revised to achieve optimum downforces, aerodynamics and grip. At the front of the car there is a new steel mesh for the lower grille, optimised for the best balance of thickness, strength and weight reduction. The side grille has a larger opening and lower bumper has a new split-construction that makes it easier and less costly to repair or replace. At the rear, an opening in the bottom edge of the lower garnish allows air from beneath the floor to escape, reducing drag, improving the car’s manoeuvrability and stability and dispersing heat from the exhaust system. The fog and reversing lights have been relocated, moving from the lower bumper to be integrated in the rear combination lamps, reducing the risk of damage. Similarly, the high-mounted stop light as been moved from the rear spoiler to lower down on the back door so that all rear lamps are aligned and in a clear line of sight for following drivers. Moving the stop light also makes it easier for the spoiler to be changed or customised. The new GR Yaris introduces a new exterior colour option, Precious Metal, in addition to the established signature shades – Emotional Red, Precious Black and Super White/Platinum White Pearlescent, representing the colours of the Toyota Gazoo Racing livery. New equipment features* include latest-generation Toyota Safety Sense systems, navigation and a digital key. The automatic model will provide a higher specification with forged wheels, rear and side monitors and premium JBL sound system. *Specifications may vary according to local market; details will be confirmed nearer the time of the model’s launch. Rally champion-inspired special editions Toyota is to produce special editions of the new GR Yaris, named after two of its World Rally Championship (WRC) star drivers. The Sébastien Ogier Special Edition and Kalle Rovanperä Special Edition are based on concept models shown at the 2023 Tokyo Salon. They will be unveiled at the Rallye Monte-Carlo, the opening round of this year’s FIA WRC, which takes place from 25-28 January. New GR Yaris technical specifications* Length (mm) 3,995 Width (mm) 1,805 Height (mm) 1,455 Wheelbase (mm) 2,560 Track – front (mm) 1,535 Track – rear (mm) 1,565 Seats 4 Kerb weight (kg) 1,280 1,300 (Gazoo Racing Direct Automatic Transmission) Engine In-line 3-cylinder with turbocharger and intercooler Type G16E-GTS Bore x stroke (mm) 87.5 x 89.7 Displacement (cc) 1,618 Max. output (DIN hp/kW @ rpm)) 280/206 @ 6,500 Max. torque (Nm @ rpm) 390 @ 3,250 – 4,600 Transmission 6-speed iMT or 8-speed GAZOO Racing Direct Automatic Transmission Drivetrain GR-FOUR AWD system, electronic multi-plate clutch AWD with three selectable modes Differentials – front and rear Torsen LSD© Suspension – front MacPherson strut Suspension – rear Double wishbone Brakes – front 356mm ventilated discs with opposed 4-pot callipers Brakes – rear 297mm ventilated discs with opposed 2-pot callipers Wheels BBS 8J forged aluminium Tyres 225/40ZR18 Michelin Pilot Sport 4S Fuel tank capacity (l) 50 *European specs may vary pending final homologation

More power and more rewarding performance are the headline qualities of the fifth generation of Toyota’s market-leading hybrid electric technology, delivered with even more efficient fuel consumption and emissions. The comprehensively revised system, which debuted earlier this year in the new Corolla range, in fact targeted a wider range of benefits – goals which were successfully achieved through Toyota’s commitment to continuous improvement. Each element in the electrified powertrain came under close scrutiny to see where gains could be made, with a focus that extended beyond efficiency to better dynamic performance and acceleration feel, reducing noise and vibration in the cabin, preserving load space in the boot and enhancing driving stability. Key components have been redesigned, making them smaller and lighter; new techniques have been adopted for cooling and lubrication; more space-efficient packaging has been achieved; and recalibration of the throttle and transmission has produced more linear acceleration. Where performance benchmarks* are concerned, total power from the 1.8-litre system in the new Corolla is 138bhp, bringing a 1.8-second reduction in the 0-62mph time to 9.1 seconds. For the 2.0-litre system, total output has risen to 193bhp and half a second has been shaved from the 0-62mph time, taking it down to 7.4 seconds. CO2 emissions are from 100g/km for the 1.8-litre and 98g/km for the 2.0-litre, with fuel economy from 64.2mpg. The wide-ranging benefits will be delivered across the next generation of Toyota hybrid electric models, including the all-new C-HR to be revealed later in 2023. *All figures WLTP combined cycle, new Corolla Icon Hatchback with 16-inch wheels. For full range data visit media.toyota.co.uk. Smaller, lighter, smarter The fifth generation system features a new “downsized” transaxle that’s compact and lightweight, with a new multi-axis motor-generator and a new-design power control unit (PCU) that is installed directly above. The high-output motor-generator has new internals that support better fuel efficiency and dynamic performance, and a new stator coil winding method has helped reduce the motor’s size. Energy losses in the PCU have been reduced and its inverter runs at a higher frequency, further reducing operating noise. The attention to detail in the mission to save weight and space includes a smaller differential containing smaller gears; this required a reprofiled tooth design, with a thicker “root” to ensure no reduction in component strength. A new double-sided cooling system for the PCU has reduced internal losses – down by 14 per cent in the 1.8-litre system and 6.1 per cent in the 2.0-litre. Using CAE design techniques, Toyota has reduced the weight of the transaxle case by 20 per cent; adopting new materials has helped bring down the unit’s overall mass by 15 per cent. Where lubrication is concerned, using a lower viscosity oil (50 per cent lower than in a conventional automatic transmission) contributes to the system’s fuel efficiency, reducing energy losses through internal friction, while the switch to a dry sump allows for a lower dynamic transmission fluid level, optimising gear and bearing lubrication to give enhanced transmission efficiency. Hybrid battery The new lithium-ion hybrid battery is smaller and lighter but has a higher output – qualities that contribute to both the car’s dynamic performance and its fuel efficiency. Compared to the battery deployed in the fourth generation system, unit weight has been reduced by 14 per cent while power output has increased by 14 per cent. Optimising the battery’s cooling path has helped prevent deterioration caused by temperature fluctuations and preserve battery life. Being housed beneath the rear seats, the battery unit doesn’t intrude in the car’s load space. A more rewarding driving experience The advances made with the fifth generation hybrid system include improvements in driveability, capturing the potential of the higher power contribution from the battery. Notably, the driver experiences a better relationship between their use of the throttle and vehicle response with more consistent, predictable and controllable performance. A better acceleration feel makes for more confident driving. This has been achieved by calibrating the throttle better to suit familiar driving scenarios, such as stop-start traffic and frequent changes in speed limits. The acceleration also adapts to up and downhill driving, synchronising the engine speed with the driver’s inputs to give a more natural feel and easier drive. Running at lower rpm also makes the system quieter when driving at highway speeds.

The ever-popular, multi-award-winning Yaris* nameplate has reached 10 million cumulative worldwide sales, performance which earns it a place alongside Toyota’s illustrious eight-figure achievers – Corolla, Camry, RAV4, Hilux and Land Cruiser Yaris has consistently been a pioneer, introducing new technologies and concepts to the compact car market for almost a quarter of a century. Its spirit of innovation has helped maintain its status as one of Toyota’s consistently best-selling models in the UK and Europe. The first generation Yaris became the first Toyota to be named European Car of the Year, in 2000. That accolade was matched by the Toyota Vitz (the model’s name in Japan) which won the Japan Car of the Year title. Since that impressive start, each Yaris generation has been shortlisted for the European Car of the Year with the current model successfully claiming the award in 2021. The third generation Yaris has the distinction of being the first B-segment model to offer customers a full hybrid electric powertrain, a significant step forward in Toyota’s mission to make its super-efficient technology available to as wide a market as possible. Today, Yaris is exclusively a hybrid model in the UK market. The current, fourth generation Yaris has demonstrated its ability to adapt to changing customer needs, its “family” growing to include the widely acclaimed GR Yaris pure performance sports car in 2020 and the high-riding Yaris Cross urban crossover SUV in 2021. From the launch of the original model in 1999 to the end of February 2023, cumulative sales of Yaris family models in Europe had reached 5,155,506; these include 715,845 sold in the UK. In 2022, Yaris accounted for more than one third of Toyota’s total European sales and eight per cent of the market segment; in the UK the proportions for the hybrid hatchback were greater still, at 21.7 and 10 per cent, respectively. Yaris is a genuinely global model, manufactured at sites around the world. Initial production started in January 1989 at the Takaoka plant in Japan; today it has production bases in Japan, Brazil, China, Taiwan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan, Thailand, France and the Czech Republic. Toyota Motor Manufacturing France has produced Yaris since 2001 and Yaris Cross since 2021, the same year that Toyota Motor Manufacturing Czech Republic launched additional production to meet increasing demand. More than 4.6 million Yaris have been built in Europe (to end of 2022). Key components – engines and transmission – are supplied by Toyota Motor Manufacturing Poland. * The 10 million cumulative sales milestone includes the Yaris, Vitz, Yaris Cross and GR Yaris nameplates.

Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) have unveiled new liveries for their cars which will compete in the FIA World Rally Championship and World Endurance Championship in the 2024 season There are two design concepts for the new matt-black finishes for the GR Yaris Rally1 Hybrid and the GR010 Hybrid: “Speed,” representing the team’s hate-to-lose spirit, and “Prototype,” which expresses how Toyota develops ever-better cars through motorsport. The new livery will also be featured on Toyota Gazoo Racing cars participating in other competitions.

The Toyota bZ4X has taken on its first “blue light” public service role, joining the fleet of one of London’s busiest parks police teams. The all-electric SUV proved the ideal choice as a response car for the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea and the fully liveried vehicle is now patrolling more than 28 parks, open spaces and cemeteries and providing community support at events such as the Notting Hill Carnival. The Toyota’s environmental credentials were a prime consideration, the bZ4X producing no tailpipe emissions from its battery electric powertrain. Previously, the parks police used a diesel-powered car. The bZ4X also met the size requirements for the job, being able to manoeuvre comfortably through gateways and along routes in the borough’s public parks and it has all the load space necessary to carry the team’s kit and equipment. The police team has accessed the vehicle through Toyota’s KINTO Leasing and Vehicle Management business. Its home base is Holland Park and it is used exclusively for operational purposes. Councillor Emma Will, Lead Member for Parks and Leisure said: ”We are committed to becoming a greener borough and being net zero as a Council by 2030 and the new car for Parks Police is another step in the right direction. All our vehicles in our parks are now electric and we’re looking to expand our fleet elsewhere. Toyota has worked closely with our Parks Police team to ensure we got exactly what we needed.” Neil Broad, General Manager Toyota One Fleet Services, said: “With its high quality, versatility and strong environmental credentials, we’re confident the bZ4X will prove its worth with the borough’s parks police and with many other public service fleet customers in the future.”

With the summer now over and the clocks changing this weekend, Toyota has put together some autumn driving safety tips to deal with challenging conditions such as wet roads, fog and shortened daylight hours that accompany the glorious autumn colours. According to research by the RAC Foundation*, road traffic collisions increase by 19 per cent in the fortnight after putting the clocks back one hour from British Summer Time (BST) to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). An all-wheel drive vehicle with strong on and off-road capabilities and a low centre of gravity for stability, such as the battery electric Toyota bZ4X AWD, will help drivers cope with difficult road conditions. However, the following tips apply to driving any car this autumn. Slippery roads Gold and copper leaves look beautiful on the trees but can become a hazard when they fall on wet roads, creating a skid risk and potentially obscuring road markings, or masking potholes. Take greater care when driving through areas bordered by deciduous trees by reducing speed, especially around corners. Morning frost can create icy patches on shaded areas of the road and across bridges and overpasses. Take extra care by reducing your speed. Rain and floods Rain reduces your visibility and increases braking distances, so it’s advisable to double the distance between you and the car in front. Use your headlights when visibility is reduced. Fortunately, many modern cars like the Toyota bZ4X have headlights that automatically switch on in low light conditions. You should regularly check the functioning of all your lights, and the condition of your windscreen wipers, replacing any defective bulbs and blades. If the roads are flooded, bear in mind that a car can float in as little as two feet of standing water, so don’t attempt to cross deep water. If crossing smaller pools of water, drive slowly but keep engine revs high if you’re driving a standard petrol or diesel vehicle to avoid stalling. Beware of bow waves from approaching vehicles that can create higher water levels. Explaining aquaplaning When rain is so heavy the road surface becomes awash, there’s a risk of aquaplaning, especially at high speeds. This is where the water between the road surface and the tyres leads to a loss of traction. If all four wheels are affected, there is a risk the car will ‘skate’ across the water, with complete loss of control. If the steering begins to feel light or unresponsive, ease off the accelerator and slow down gradually. Dire tyres October is Tyre Safety Month, so check that your tyres have sufficient tread depth to achieve good traction. The legal limit is 1.6mm but Toyota recommends a minimum of 3.0mm. A good test is to place a 20p coin in the main tread grooves of your tyre (within the central three-quarters of the tread width). If the outer band of the coin is visible, then your tread is below the legal limit and needs changing. Wheels must be balanced, with equal tyre pressures left and right at each axle, so if your car seems to be slowly veering in one direction then either your tracking is out, your tyre pressures are unequal, or the treads on the front tyres don’t match and need attention. Preparing for a cold spell Prepare for a cold spell by ensuring fluids such as engine coolant and windscreen wash are at the correct dilution and topped-up. Visit Toyota’s official eBay store to replenish supplies. Consider fitting cold-weather tyres, even if snow isn’t forecast. They contain a higher percentage of natural rubber than a summer tyre so they remain supple and elastic when ambient temperatures are less than seven degrees Celsius. This allows the winter tyre to generate greater friction through its ability to flex and match the contours of the road. In addition, the deep tread pattern with small wavy incisions or stripes in each tread block act like thousands of tiny teeth biting into the road surface to provide additional grip, with less susceptibility to aquaplaning. Be alert to animals and pedestrians Longer hours of darkness mean you are less likely to spot dogs, cats or pedestrians crossing the road, so take extra care when driving in residential areas Autumn coincides with deer breeding season, so be extra careful driving through rural and wooded areas, especially during sunrise and sunset when deer are most active. Take special note in areas where deer warning signs are displayed. Beware of low visibility Fog is one of the most dangerous weather conditions as an accident involving one vehicle can quickly involve others if cars are driving too close. Leave a distance of at least three seconds between you and the car in front. Use your headlights and fog lights to increase your visibility to others. At junctions, wind down your window and listen for traffic. Autumn mornings mean heavy dewfall. It’s important to clear all your car windows of moisture, inside (see below) and out, before driving off, so that your view isn’t compromised – just as you should de-ice them after night-time frosts. The job can be done in moments if you keep a cleaning blade in the car. Beware of the fog on the inside of the car – vision clouded by condensation on the windows can be an issue during colder months when a build-up of moisture is caused by wet clothes, shoes or pets. Use the demister function to quickly clear the windscreen of condensation. Modern air conditioning systems in cars like the Toyota bZ4X offer different functions to help with keeping screens clear, so make sure you’re familiar with what your car’s climate control can do to help and remember to angle the air vents to achieve the best results.

Toyota recently announced a new battery electric vehicle factory that will begin production of new models in 2026. Not only will these cars be designed and built differently, they will be powered by a range of new, advanced batteries. Details of four next-generation batteries have been revealed, demonstrating state-of-the-art advances in both liquid and solid electrolytes. Toyota has also previewed further progress with solid electrolyte battery technology. Takero Kato, president of the new production facility, indicated at the Let’s Change the Future of Cars workshop that these next-generation models will account for 1.7 million of the 3.5 million BEVs Toyota expects to sell globally by 2030. He also highlighted how a range of battery technologies will be key to appealing to a wider customer base. “We will need various options for batteries, just as we have different types of engines. It is important to offer battery solutions compatible with a variety of models and customer needs,”he said. Improved performance from liquid electrolyte batteries Liquid electrolytes are the current mainstream battery technology for BEVs. Toyota is working on all-round improvements, including higher energy density, cost competitiveness and charging speeds. Three main battery types are under development: Performance, Popularised and High Performance. 1. Performance (lithium-ion): planned for introduction with the next generation Toyota BEVs from 2026, the Performance lithium-ion battery will increase driving range to more than 800km (497 miles), when combined with improved vehicle aerodynamics and reduced vehicle weight. The Performance battery is also expected to offer: – 20 per cent cost reduction compared to the current Toyota bZ4X BEV Rapid recharging time of 20 minutes or less for SOC 10 – 80 per cent 2. Popularisation (lithium iron phosphate): Toyota is developing high-quality, lower-cost batteries to give customers a range of options, similar to the choice they have today with different powertrains. The Popularisation battery is constructed using the bipolar technology Toyota pioneered for its nickel metal-hydride (NiMH) batteries, combined with inexpensive lithium iron phosphate (LiFePo) as the core material. Toyota expects the battery to reach the market in 2026-27. It is expected to offer: – 20 per cent increase in driving range compared to the current Toyota bZ4X 40 per cent reduction in cost compared to the current Toyota bZ4X Fast recharging time of 30 minutes or less for SOC (state-of-charge) 10 – 80 per cent Figure: monopolar and bipolar structure comparison 3. High-performance (lithium-ion): Toyota is also developing a High-performance battery that combines the bipolar structure with lithium-ion chemistry and a high nickel cathode to achieve a driving range capability of more than 1,000km (621 miles), when combined with improved aerodynamics and reduced vehicle weight. The High-performance battery is expected to offer: – A further 10 per cent reduction in cost compared to the Performance battery Rapid charging time of 20 minutes or less for SOC 10 – 80 per cent Expected market introduction in 2027/28 Breakthrough with solid-state batteries Solid-state batteries have long been regarded as a potential game-changer for BEVs. Toyota has made a breakthrough in its quest to improve the durability of this technology. Toyota solid-state lithium-ion batteries have a solid electrolyte that allows for faster movement of ions and a greater tolerance of high voltages and temperatures. These qualities make the batteries suitable for rapid charging and discharging and delivering power in a smaller form. Until now the trade-off has been an expected shorter battery life, but Toyota’s recent advances have overcome this challenge and the company has moved its focus to bringing solid-state batteries into mass production. The aim is for the batteries to be ready for commercial use by 2027/28. The technology was initially slated for introduction in hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), but now Toyota’s primary focus is on its use in next generation BEVs. Toyota’s first solid-state battery is expected to offer: – 20 per cent increase in driving range compared to the Performance battery (approx. 1,000km/621 miles) Fast charging time of 10 minutes or less for SOC 10 – 80 per cent Further solid-state technology activity Toyota already has a higher specification li-ion solid-state battery under development, targeting a 50 per cent improvement in cruising range compared to the Performance battery. Optimising battery height to improve range Aerodynamics plays a key role in determining the driving range of all vehicles, so in the quest to maximise the range of BEVs there is a focus on reducing or optimising the drag coefficient (Cd) rating. Toyota takes this a step further by focusing on CdA – the drag coefficient multiplied by A, the vehicle’s frontal area, as the multiplication effect of the frontal area has a much greater bearing on range capability. The height of the battery is central to Toyota’s thinking. Typically, the battery is located beneath the vehicle floor, which can lead to an increase the vehicle’s overall height. This in turn will have a disproportionate, multiplied effect on the CdA, and consequently on the vehicle’s range performance. If the battery’s height can be reduced, then it follows the vehicle’s overall height can be lowered, CdA can be improved and overall range can be increased. The battery pack in today’s Toyota bZ4X is around 150mm high. Toyota plans to reduce battery height to 120mm – and to 100mm in the case of high-performance sports models where a low hip-point is also desirable.

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) has launched a special Le Mans section*1 within its official website ahead of the 100th anniversary of the Le Mans 24 Hours, to be held in France on June 10-11. Striking new visuals depicting the Toyota GR010 HYBRID #7 and #8 cars were unveiled, as well as commemorative photos of the team’s five Le Mans-winning cars from 2018-2022, which were united for the first time at the Circuit de la Sarthe. Information about events to be held during race week was also published. 1. Major events before and during the race week Earlier this week, at the invitation of the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO), a unique group of historic Le Mans-winning cars were assembled for the first time at the site of the race, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary*2. TGR has been storing and exhibiting its Le Mans-winning race cars in their original condition at the team’s Cologne base, TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Europe*3, and within Toyota Motor Corporation*4 in Japan, while the 2020 winner, a TS050 HYBRID, was permanently loaned to the Le Mans 24 Hours Museum*5 in 2021. These cars will be displayed at the Museum from June 1 to July 2. In addition, the 2018 and 2022 winning cars will be driven by two winning drivers, Alex Wurz*6 and Kazuki Nakajima*7, respectively, alongside other historic cars in the Centenary Parade around the 13.626km Circuit de la Sarthe on June 10. Prior to the race, a demonstration run of the hydrogen-engine "ORC ROOKIE GR Corolla H2 concept" vehicle with which ROOKIE Racing participated in the Super Taikyu Series as part of activities to make ever-better motorsport-bred cars, will take place at 12:20 on June 10 at the circuit to promote the potential of hydrogen engines as an option to achieve carbon neutrality. ２．Exhibitions at the Centenary Village and ACO fan zone　― introducing efforts to realize a Carbon Neutral society in Japan During the race week, exhibitions will be held at the Centenary Village and ACO fan zone within the Circuit de la Sarthe to look back on the history of the Le Mans 24 Hours, where Toyota has honed and refined its vehicle technologies through competition with rival teams, and to introduce the various challenges for future realization of a carbon neutral society. In particular, together with the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) and Mazda Motor Corporation, the first Japanese automaker to win Le Mans in 1991, TGR will hold a themed exhibition to promote tourism to Japan and introduce its technological development efforts towards realizing a carbon neutral society in Japan. A concept car equipped with vehicle technologies that have been developed through numerous challenges in motorsports participation will be exhibited. 3. Live onboard video streaming TGR will stream a live video feed from the onboard cameras on the GR010 HYBRID #7 and #8 cars on its official website during the Hyperpole session on June 8 and the race, which starts at 23:00 (Japan time) on Saturday, June 10. In addition, during race week, news reports and other information will be distributed alongside TGR’s social media activities. TGR sincerely hopes fans and media will enjoy watching its battle to win the Le Mans 24 Hours for the sixth consecutive time in 2023, a significant milestone in the race's centennial year. URL：https://toyotagazooracing.com/wec/special/2023/24h-lemans/ 4. e-Motorsports "TGR GT Cup" Round 3 to be held The "TGR GT Cup" currently being held in Gran Turismo 7*8 will hold its third round on June 4 at the Circuit de la Sarthe, where the 24 Hours of Le Mans is held. Before the real race, please come and enjoy the race in the virtual world with GR010 HYBRID. If you enter the competition, you will receive a GR010 HYBRID Gran Turismo virtual car with the 2023 livery. For detailed entry procedures and an outline of the event, please visit the following special website for the "TGR GT Cup 2023". URL：https://toyotagazooracing.com/e-motorsports/join-entrant/2023/ *1 https://toyotagazooracing.com/wec/special/2023/24h-lemans/ *2 Please refer to the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Europe press release for more details. https://tgr-europe-newsroom.com/blog/wec/artikel/le-mans-winners-united-for-the-first-time-2/text *3　Home of the 2018 winning vehicle TS050 HYBRID and the 2021 winning vehicle GR010 HYBRID *4　Home of the 2019 winning vehicle TS050 HYBRID and the 2022 winning vehicle GR010 HYBRID *5　https://toyotagazooracing.com/wec/release/2021/0818-01/ *6　The youngest-ever winner who spearheaded Toyota’s return in 2012, remaining a key team member even after he retired from racing. *7　Now Vice Chairman of TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Europe, he was the first Japanese pole position winner (in 2014) and the only Japanese to win three times (2018, 2019, 2020). *8 Gran Turismo 7: TM & © 2023 Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. Developed by Polyphony Digital Inc. "Gran Turismo" logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.

Toyota Gazoo Racing have revealed the revised GR010 Hybrid Hypercar it will field in the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC). The team will be defending their number one status against new competitors at the start of an exciting era for the international race series and the Le Mans 24 Hours. The team’s incredible run of success, which so far includes five consecutive Le Mans wins and four straight WEC title doubles, will be challenged by more Hypercar participants than ever before. The seven-race 2023 season includes the centenary edition of the Le Mans 24 Hours. Cadillac, Ferrari, Porsche and Vanwall join existing Hypercar competition from Peugeot and Glickenhaus to form a 13-car grid, with even more cars likely at Le Mans in what is expected to be a closely fought contest for the biggest prize in endurance racing. The GR010 Hybrid was the first Hypercar to break cover back in January 2021 and it has undergone a programme of detailed, evolutionary changes in key areas to optimise reliability and efficiency. Adjustments have been made to the high-performance racing hybrid powertrain, which consists of a 520kW (697bhp) 3.5-litre engine and 200kW (268bhp) electric motor, to reduce weight and improve reliability. The most visible changes on the 2023 evolution GR010 Hybrid concern the bodywork. New dive plane aerodynamic devices on the front corners and a smaller rear wing end plate, as well as other detail changes, have been implemented to enhance drivability and aerodynamic consistency. Modifications have also been made to the bodywork with the target of improving brake cooling and allowing quick changes to cooling options during a race, achieved through new vents at the front and rear. Additionally, a revised headlight lay-out has been introduced to give better visibility during night driving. Under the bodywork, the car has gone undergone a weight-saving programme to bring the overall mass down to the minimum 1,040kg permitted under the sporting regulations. The GR010 Hybrid will again use 100 per cent renewable biofuel fuel, made from wine residues and agricultural material. This reduces CO2 emissions by at least 65 per cent and contributes to the efforts to increase sustainability in endurance racing. To complement those efforts, the pre-heating of tyres before use is no longer permitted, which reduces energy consumption and emissions. Michelin has introduced a new range of tyre compounds, designed to reach peak operating temperature quickly, whilst retaining durability and performance. Once again, the GR010 Hybrid benefits from the technical expertise of Toyota Gazoo Racing’s long-term partners, who continue to contribute significantly to its success. DENSO supplies radiators and spark plugs while also contributing to the front motor alongside AISIN. RAYS delivers lightweight magnesium alloy wheels, Akebono provides mono-block alloy brake callipers and Mobil 1 is the lubricant of choice. Toyota Gazoo Racing are unique on the 2023 grid in having a driver line-up exclusively consisting of proven Le Mans winners and WEC champions. Mike Conway, Kamui Kobayashi and José María López will team up for the sixth successive season in the No7 car, while last year’s Le Mans and world title winners Sébastien Buemi, Brendon Hartley and Ryo Hirakawa join forces in the No8 GR010 Hybrid. The test and reserve driver is Kazuki Nakajima, who retired from racing at the end of 2021 following a career which included three Le Mans wins and a World Championship, as well as two Super Formula titles. He will conduct the role in parallel to his position as Vice Chairman of Toyota Gazoo Racing Europe. The season begins on 11-12 March with an official Prologue test, followed on 17 March by the 1000 Miles of Sebring, before trips to Portimao (16 April) and Spa-Francorchamps (29 April). The highlight of the season, the centenary edition of the Le Mans 24 Hours, takes place on 10-11 June, prior to the final three races at Monza (9 July), Fuji Speedway (10 September) and Bahrain (4 November). Kamui Kobayashi, Team Principal: “This is the season we have been waiting for. It’s amazing for the fans to see so many manufacturers competing in Hypercar, and as a team we are excited by the new competitors. We want to be part of a big fight at the front, one which will entertain the fans and produce many great memories, particularly for the 100th anniversary of Le Mans. At Toyota Gazoo Racing, we never stand still and we are always pushing to make ever-better cars. So, just like last year, we have introduced some evolutions to our GR010 Hybrid. These updates are the result of strong co-operation between team members in Higashi-Fuji and Cologne, as well as our partners and suppliers, so I would like to thank everyone for their hard work so far. The drivers’ first impressions of the revised car from the roll-out and our pre-season tests are positive, which gives us confidence that together we can fight to retain our Le Mans and WEC titles.” Pascal Vasselon, Technical Director: “We have made evolutions to our car to further improve reliability, drivability and serviceability, part of our normal long-term plan for continuous improvement. We implemented a big evolution for 2022 with the change of wheel size, which was necessary to address some issues we were suffering from, and it delivered the benefits we expected. The modifications we have made for 2023 are the normal next step in this process, and we have seen encouraging results in pre-season testing. It is exciting to compete against new entrants in Hypercar this year, particularly for the fans, but our approach doesn’t change. The job remains the same; we aim to win, so we must get the maximum out of our package, without mistakes. That is how we always approach racing. Reliability and global pace consistency, as well as the reduction of accident risks, are critical factors which we have continued to focus on with the updated GR010 Hybrid and our approach to the 2023 season.”

INTRODUCTION The history of the Corolla is an object lesson in Toyota’s kaizen principle – the commitment to continuous improvement. That’s how Corolla has remained a core model in the company’s global line-up and the world’s best-selling nameplate. Corolla has evolved over more than half a century, keeping pace with changing customer tastes and preferences and embracing new technologies for safety, comfort, convenience and connection. The new Corolla, a development of the current 12th generation range, is faithful to this spirit of innovation and Toyota’s commitment to building ever-better cars. Its status as one of Europe’s best-sellers in the C-segment for compact/mid-size models is strengthened with the introduction of Toyotas’ fifth generation hybrid electric technology – 1.8 and 2.0-litre electrified powertrains that offer more power and a more rewarding drive, yet with improved efficiency. The new models are equipped as standard with the latest Toyota Smart Connect+ multimedia system, with faster response and greater functionality, plus a fully digital, customisable 12.3-inch combimeter in the driver’s instrument binnacle. There are also major advances in the Toyota Safety Sense active safety and driver assistance systems, with new and enhanced features that recognise and help the driver avoid a wider range of everyday driving hazards. Safety and multimedia functions are future-proofed, with software updates deliverable over-the-air via the car’s data communications module. These significant changes go hand-in-hand with refreshed exterior and interior styling details, including new wheel designs, headlights, colour options and upholsteries. European Corolla Hatchback and Touring Sports models continue to be built by Toyota Manufacturing UK (TMUK) at its Burnaston plant. Toyota recently announced it is investing around £465,000 in TMUK’s engine factory in Deeside, North Wales, for production of the 1.8-litre hybrid engine for the fifth generation hybrid system featured in new Corolla. FIFTH GENERATION TOYOTA HYBRID ELECTRIC SYSTEM The fifth generation of Toyota’s self-charging full hybrid electric technology is the heart of the new Corolla. Detailed engineering and design changes deliver a better driving experience, higher performance and improved efficiency. The changes include new power control unit and transaxle designs, a more powerful lithium-ion battery and calibration to achieve a more rewarding driving experience with a closer relationship between the driver’s use of the accelerator and the drive force delivery. Performance Total power from the 1.8-litre system is 138bhp, bringing a 1.8-second reduction in the 0-62mph time to 9.1 seconds. For the 2.0-litre system, total output has risen to 193bhp and half a second has been shaved from the 0-62mph time, taking it down to 7.4 seconds. CO2 emissions are from 100g/km for the 1.8-litre system and 98g/km for the 2.0-litre with fuel economy from 64.2mpg (all figures WLTP combined cycle, Icon Hatchback with 16-inch wheels). Hybrid system design The changes introduced for the fifth generation hybrid electric system include components that weigh less and are more compact – qualities that help maintain efficiency in tandem with the increase in output – but which maintain the reliability that is a hallmark of Toyota’s technology. A new power control unit (PCU) helps reduce the level of electrical losses in the system (-14 per cent in the 1.8-litre, -6 per cent 2.0-litre) and maintain fuel efficiency. The unit has a new double-sided cooling system and runs at a higher frequency, reducing its noise level. The PCU is installed directly above a new transaxle featuring a compact, high-output motor-generator with new internals to improve fuel efficiency and dynamic performance. A new stator coil winding method has helped reduce the motor’s size. The complete transaxle is 15 per cent lighter than before thanks to the use of new materials – its casing is now 20 per cent lighter. Using low-viscosity oil reduces internal friction and adds to the all-round improvement in efficiency. Other detailed measures include smaller gears with teeth reprofiled to give a larger contact area and a smaller and lighter differential. Hybrid battery The new lithium-ion hybrid battery is smaller and lighter but has a higher output – qualities that contribute to both the car’s dynamic performance and its fuel efficiency. Compared to the battery deployed in the previous system, weight has been reduced by 14 per cent while power output has increased by 14 per cent. Toyota has optimised the battery’s cooling path to help prevent deterioration caused by temperature fluctuations and preserve battery life. Being housed beneath the rear seats, the battery unit doesn’t intrude in the car’s load space. A more rewarding driving experience The advances made with the fifth generation hybrid system include improvements in driveability. Notably, the driver experiences a better relationship between their use of the throttle and vehicle response with more consistent, predictable and controllable performance. A better acceleration feel makes for more confident driving. This has been achieved by calibrating the throttle better to suit familiar driving scenarios, such as stop-start traffic and frequent changes in speed limits. The acceleration also adapts to up and downhill driving, synchronising the engine speed with the driver’s inputs to give a more natural feel and easier drive. Running at lower rpm also makes the system quieter when driving at highway speeds. Predictive Efficient Drive The new Corolla can control battery charging and discharging according to the driving situation. The system gathers data as the car is driven, to help gain better fuel efficiency. The system registers and stores information on points in regular journeys where the driver always decelerates. As the car approaches a point where data has been obtained, it will recommend the driver comes off the accelerator (shown in the eco-driving guidance in the multi-information display) and then increases engine braking to maximise energy regeneration. Predictive state-of-charge control predicts downhill sections and traffic congestion on a route planned using the navigation system. This allows for more efficiency battery charge management, for example optimising use of battery charge prior to a long downhill section where more energy can be captured. Using real-time traffic information, the system can also help maintain a certain level of battery charge prior to reaching any congestion. This reduces the need for the engine to be started to charge the battery when caught up in tailbacks. ADVANCES IN ACTIVE SAFETY AND DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS The latest developments of Toyota Safety Sense have brought significant improvements to many of its accident detection systems and added new functions that increase safety and provide additional peace of mind. With the benefit of over-the-air updates, software can now be upgraded automatically, with no need for the car to be taken into a service centre. New Corolla benefits from a new front camera that covers a much wider field ahead of the car, with extended reach both left/right and up/down. The distance of forward detection has been doubled compared to the scope of the previous hardware. Likewise, the coverage of the front millimetre-wave radar has been extended so that it can detect obstacles closer to the front of the car than before. Using Motion 3D and enhanced Deep Neural Network tools has allowed for a wider range of potential hazards to be picked out, including motorcycles and roadside objects such as walls, guard rails, kerbs and utility poles. This increased detection capability makes the Pre-Collision System (PCS) effective in more urban traffic scenarios, including recognition of potential head-to-head collisions. The Intersection Collision Avoidance can now identify approaching traffic across two lanes, as well as cyclists and vehicles approaching from the side. The Emergency Steering Assist system helps the driver keep the car within its traffic line when trying to avoid a hazard such as a pedestrian, cyclist, parked car, or – thanks to the detection enhancements – motorcyclist. There’s also a safeguard against sudden, unintended use of the accelerator when moving at low speed, with a new acceleration suppression function. The Full Range Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) has been revised to give faster response and to operate in a way that feels more natural to the driver. For example, thanks to earlier detection, when another vehicle enters the car’s lane there is more gradual deceleration. The driver can select a longer vehicle-to-vehicle setting to establish a more comfortable gap and the ACC’s curve speed reduction function is activated earlier, giving smoother speed adjustment when driving through a bend. New systems have been added for safer overtaking: Overtake Prevention Support prevents unintentional overtaking on the wrong side of a vehicle (“undertaking”); and Preliminary Deceleration/Turn Signal Linked Control helps the driver safely rejoin the traffic lane at an appropriate speed and distance from other vehicles. The Lane Trace Assist (LTA) has also been adjusted to operate with a more natural feel. It now recognises when the driver has moved out of lane while trying to avoid an obstacle (pedestrian or other road users) and temporarily cancels the Lane Departure Warning. Its lane-centring function has also been changed so that the car will follow a more natural-feeling, off-set line when passing parked vehicles and other roadside obstacles. When the ACC and LTA are operating, an Emergency Driving Stop system will monitor driver inputs; if these stop (use of steering wheel, brake and accelerator) over a certain time, it will sound a warning and, if the driver doesn’t respond, bring the car slowly to a stop and activate the hazard lights. The Road Sign Assist has been improved so that the speed limiter can easily be adjusted to match traffic sign information – useful, for example, when driving near schools or entering spaces shared with pedestrians. Proactive Driving Assist (PDA) is a new function that provides a range of safeguards when driving in low-speed areas such as town centres. Obstacle Anticipation Assist detects obstacles such as parked vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists ahead at an early stage and provides steering and braking support to help the driver avoid approaching too close. Deceleration Assist provides smooth deceleration when the driver comes off the accelerator to slow down for a slower vehicle ahead, or when entering a bend. Steering Assist detects a bend ahead and adjusts steering force to help the driver adopt an appropriate steering angle. Driving assistance Excel grade models benefit from a Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Cross Traffic Alert with auto braking. They also offer an extra layer of protection when getting out the car with Safe Exit Assist. This uses the Blind Spot Monitor in the door mirrors to check for any traffic (including cyclists) approaching from the rear, flashing a warning light if anything is detected. If an attempt is made to open a door, further warning lights flash in the multi-information display and a buzzer is sounded. DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES FOR AN ENHANCED USER EXPERIENCE The new Corolla’s TNGA-C global architecture platform has enabled the installation of a new electronics platform. This is key to the car’s powerful digital package, supporting the car’s fifth generation hybrid system, latest generation Toyota Safety Sense features, a new digital combimeter in the driver’s instrument display, the new Toyota Smart Connect+ multimedia and information system and a data communications module (DCM) that provides eCall and delivery of over-the-air software updates. Toyota Smart Connect+ multimedia Connectivity has become a prime customer requirement, with people wanting a seamless, always-connected experience when in their car. The new Toyota Smart Connect+ system addresses this priority with a faster, more responsive multimedia package that is future-proofed with over-the-air updates to expand functionality or introduce new services. Featured as standard on all new Corolla models, it comes with a 10.5-inch high-definition touchscreen display (with convenient and conventional dial controls for air conditioning and audio on/off operation). The package includes both cloud-based navigation with real-time traffic event information and an embedded navigation, an on-board voice agent; and smartphone integration via (wireless) Apple CarPlay and (wired connection) Android Auto. Four years’ subscription to services is included the vehicle’s OTR price. Other useful functions include fixed speed camera locations and weather alerts. New digital cockpit A new 12.3-inch digital combimeter in the driver’s instrument binnacle, provided as standard on all versions. Its ergonomic design maximises the space available with high-visibility, easy-to-read information and intuitive control. Flexibility is designed-in, so the driver can adjust the content, including the number of dials and the information shown in each section of the central multi-information display. The combimeter can also be personalised with different themes: Casual, Smart, Tough Sporty. Changes are simple to make, using toggle switches on the steering wheel. MyT app The Toyota MyT app gives access to useful information such as driving data, hybrid coaching and car status, plus a “find my car” function and remote activation of the hazard lights. It also enables door locking/unlocking, window opening/closing and remote operation of the climate control to defrost the screen or heat or cool the cabin prior to starting a journey. EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR DESIGN The new Corolla range gains a more refined and contemporary appearance with changes to the front grille mesh pattern, fog light bezels and alloy wheel designs. Excel Hatchback and Touring Sports models gain new multi-LED headlights with an Adaptive High-beam System (AHS). A new lighting signature combines seamless daytime running lights and turn indicators in a single J-shaped unit that wraps around the headlight unit. The exterior paint choices include new colours inspired by current trends in architecture, product design and fashion. Juniper Blue is the key colour for the Hatchback and Touring Sports, with a vibrant, flaring tone. When viewed close-up, it reveals red undertones which create a fresh effect with subtle changes in colour. Decuma Grey is a timeless shade with wide appeal, its appeal enhanced by dark silver flakes in the paint. GR Sport and Excel models can be specified with a bi-tone paint finish, combining the body colour with a contrast black roof, pillars and rear spoiler. Ash Grey and Pure White bi-tone are exclusive to the GR Sport. New-design alloy wheels are introduced: 16-inch silver 10-spoke for Icon grade; 17-inch black/machined multi-spoke for Design grade and slim 10-spoke 18-inch alloy wheel for the GR Sport, with a dark grey/machined finish. For the interior, the mood is more modern and premium with new graphics, trims and embossed patterns that add three-dimensional depth and tactile appeal to the upholsteries, surfaces and finishes. The trim and seat upholstery combinations follow new Dark and Light Harmony themes with co-ordinated colours and finishes to give the cabin a contemporary, elegant feel. LEDs are now used for all the interior lights, giving added brightness but using less power. In the GR Sport models, the GR logo is embossed on the front head rest and features on the push-button starter. UK MODEL RANGE AND PRICES The new Corolla is launched in the UK with four equipment grades: Icon, Design, GR Sport and Excel. Each grade is available in both Hatchback and Touring Sports body styles with a choice of both 1.8 and 2.0-litre hybrid electric powertrains. Equipment highlights Icon grade, the entry point to the new Corolla range, features as standard: – New-design 16-inch silver alloy wheels LED headlights and front fog lights New, customisable 12.3-inch digital combimeter Toyota Smart Connect+ multimedia system with 10.5-inch display Satellite navigation Wireless device charger Smart entry and push-button start Dual-zone air conditioning Reversing camera Front and rear parking sensors with auto braking Heated front seats Toyota Safety Sense active safety and driver assistance systems Over-the-air software updates The Design specification extends the Icon specification with: – 17-inch black/machined alloy wheels LED dual-beam projector headlights Power tailgate with kick sensor for hands-free operation (Touring Sports only) Rear privacy glass Door mirrors with auto-folding function Rain-sensing wipers Ambient interior lighting Auto-dimming rear-view mirror Optional Skyview panoramic roof The Corolla GR Sport adds sports-themed styling and features to the Design specification, including: – 18-inch dark grey/machined alloy wheels GR sports seats with part-leather bolsters Dark chrome lower grille Black door mirror casings GR Sport scuff plates Red contrast stitching on steering wheel and shift lever Bi-tone paint finish option The Excel models also build on the Design specification: – 18-inch dark grey/machined alloy wheels Adaptive High-beam headlights Multi-beam LED headlights Leather upholstery Head-up display Blind Spot Monitor Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Safe Exit Assist Bi-tone paint finish option Skyview panoramic roof option Prices On-the-road prices for the new Corolla range are provided in the table below. GRADE POWERTRAIN BODY STYLE OTR PRICE Icon 1.8 hybrid electric 5-door hatchback £30,210 Icon 1.8 hybrid electric Touring Sports £31,545 Icon 2.0 hybrid electric 5-door hatchback £31,955 Icon 2.0 hybrid electric Touring Sports £33,290 Design 1.8 hybrid electric 5-door hatchback £31,780 Design 1.8 hybrid electric Touring Sports £33,115 Design 2.0 hybrid electric 5-door hatchback £33,525 Design 2.0 hybrid electric Touring Sports £34,860 GR Sport 1.8 hybrid electric 5-door hatchback £32,990 GR Sport 1.8 hybrid electric Touring Sports £34,705 GR Sport 2.0 hybrid electric 5-door hatchback £34,735 GR Sport 2.0 hybrid electric Touring Sports £36,450 Excel 1.8 hybrid electric 5-door hatchback £33,400 Excel 1.8 hybrid electric Touring Sports £35,115 Excel 2.0 hybrid electric 5-door hatchback £35,145 Excel 2.0 hybrid electric Touring Sports £36,860 Up to 10 years manufacturer’s warranty In common with every new Toyota, the new Corolla is eligible for Toyota warranty protection for up to 10 years or 100,000 miles (whichever comes first). This comprises an initial three-year manufacturer warranty, followed by up to a further seven years of service-activated warranty. For the first three years of the car’s life, owners can have it serviced at a place of their choice. When the new car warranty period expires, they can then benefit from an additional 12 months (or 10,000 miles) warranty when their vehicle has a qualifying service at an authorised Toyota workshop. The warranty is provided at no extra cost, up to a limit of 10 years/100,000 miles. Terms and conditions apply; full details are available at www.toyota.co.uk.

Toyota is expanding its Yaris Cross compact SUV range with the introduction of a new GR Sport grade inspired by the multi-world championship-winning achievements of Toyota Gazoo Racing. With exclusive exterior and interior features and retuned suspension for sharper, more rewarding handling, the Yaris Cross GR Sport extends the model’s appeal to a wider range of customers, following the success of the established Corolla, Toyota C-HR and Yaris GR Sport editions Exterior On the street, the new Yaris GR Sport is distinguished by new 18-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels with a bright machined finish. The sporting touches also include a new rear diffuser and front grille with an exclusive gloss black mesh pattern and discreet GR badging. A new Ash Grey finish is the GR Sport’s signature colour, available as a bi-tone option with a contrast black roof and pillars. Scorched Orange is also exclusive to the new model. Interior In the cabin, the front sports seats have new black Ultrasuede upholstery with red stitching; similar bright stitchwork is featured on the steering wheel and shift lever. The GR logo is prominently featured, on the front head rests, carpet mats, starter button, combimeter and steering wheel, and there are GR Sport-specific gunmetal silver trim inserts in the doors and instrument panel. Dynamic Performance Yaris Cross has a proven foundation for rewarding handling thanks to the GA-B platform – the same as that featured in the European Car of the Year 2021-winning Yaris hatchback – which gives it a low centre of gravity, a highly rigid body and balanced chassis. In the GR Sport, performance has been sharpened with retuning of the suspension, giving the driver better steering, roll and grip feel. In other respects, the new GR Sport retains all the qualities that helped the Yaris Cross win the 2022 World Urban Car of the Year title. Bringing together Toyota’s mastery of small car and SUV design engineering, it majors on quality and practicality. Customers appreciate the high SUV driving position and the car-like dynamics, virtues that reference those of the original Toyota RAV4 – the world’s first recreational Sports Utility Vehicle. Practicality Convenience is designed-in with a 40:20:40 split folding rear seat and a split-folding deck board that allows load space to extend from 397 litres (with all seats in place) to a maximum 1,097 litres. The skilful packaging maximises interior space within compact exterior dimensions that are ideal for nimble urban manoeuvring. As a high grade model, positioned alongside the Yaris Cross Excel, the Yaris Cross GR Sport has a rich standard equipment specification, including nine-inch Toyota Smart Connect multimedia system with wireless smartphone integration and cloud-based navigation. Other equipment highlights include dual-zone climate control, heated front seats and rear privacy glass. Hybrid Powertrain The Yaris Cross GR Sport is powered by Toyota’s highly efficient three-cylinder, 1.5-litre Hybrid Dynamic Force engine. The powertrain’s long stroke, high-speed combustion, high 14:1 compression ratio, and temperature and pressure controls help the unit achieve a high 40% thermal efficiency. CO2 and fuel economy performance of the Yaris Cross GR Sport is targeted to be on par with the Yaris Cross Excel model. Yaris Cross Launched in 2021, the Yaris Cross has been a consistent top-seller for Toyota in Europe with sales of more than 77,000 units in the first half of 2022 to secure a B-SUV segment share of 7.7 per cent. It has achieved a 48 per cent share of the Yaris Family in the same period. Pre-sales of the new Yaris Cross GR Sport in the UK and Europe will begin in the third quarter of 2022.