Toyota celebrates 60 years of the Corolla model

Toyota marked the 60th anniversary of the Corolla, which has reached cumulative global sales of over 58 million units across more than 150 countries. To commemorate the milestone, a special event was held on November 1, 2026, at the Toyota Tsutsumi Plant in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan.

The event featured 14 vehicles, ranging from the original 1966 model to the current 12th generation and future concept cars. Discussions during the event highlighted the development philosophy of the original model, which aimed to provide high-quality standards with added value, such as the 1100cc engine used in the first generation to offer more power than competitors.

In Europe, Toyota is celebrating the anniversary with a special 60th Anniversary edition available in Spain. This edition features a unique two-tone paint scheme in Anniversary Blue with a black roof, along with specific 17-inch alloy wheels and commemorative badges. The Corolla's production network currently includes 14 plants across 11 countries, with European models assembled in the United Kingdom and Turkey.