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Toyota Manufacturing UK<\/a> is looking to build on the success of its Derbyshire-built Corolla after updates were announced for the 2026 model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The car giant\u2019s Burnaston plant manufactures different versions of the Corolla \u2013 the hatchback, Touring Sports wagon and Commercial van.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The model\u2019s 2026 updates will focus on appearance and sustainability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

New colours have been added to the Corolla palette: in a Corolla-first, an exclusive grey matt finish for the performance-inspired GR Sport hatchback and Touring Sports versions, and a new dark grey metallic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The introduction of the matt finish is a notable first.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Toyota Manufacturing UK\u2019s Burnaston factory is the first facility to introduce this radical new colour on a volume-production vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The new colour option was introduced first in the UK for the 2025 Corolla; it will be released for other European markets in 2026 as a new onyx grey option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Corolla\u2019s environmental profile is strengthened with the use of Samara upholstery, a hard-wearing but tactile fabric made from recycled materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the Icon grade hatchback, Touring Sports and Commercial models, Samara is being more widely used across the seatbacks and cushions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toyota\u2019s commitment to sustainability is also reflected in leather alternatives being used for the steering wheel and shift lever trims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a statement, Toyota said: \u201cThe Corolla is a long-standing cornerstone of Toyota\u2019s European model range, serving as a centre of gravity for the development of locally manufactured vehicles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOn the global stage, it enjoys the status of the world\u2019s most popular car, based on the name-plate being carried by more than 50 million vehicles across 12 generations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That popularity is founded on consistently delivering qualities valued in the heart of the market: the famous Toyota quality, durability and reliability together with practicality, versatility and efficient yet rewarding performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAll this \u2013 and more \u2013 is featured in the new Corolla for 2026.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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