- Toyota brings back the 1980s FX moniker to a special edition of the Corolla sedan
- The 2025 Toyota Corolla FX is based on the SE trim, adding 18-inch wheels, a rear spoiler, and lowering springs
- The special edition introduces the larger 10.5-inch infotainment which will find its way to other members of the 2025 MY lineup
Toyota announced a new addition to the Corolla lineup for the 2025 MY, bringing back the FX moniker from the late ’80s. The Toyota Corolla FX Special Edition features a larger infotainment, 18-inch wheels, a rear spoiler, and a sportier chassis setup, combined with a carry-over 2.0-liter gasoline powertrain.
The special edition is inspired by the Toyota Corolla FX16 from 1987. However, unlike the RWD hot hatch from the past, the modern FX is based on the FWD Corolla sedan, adding a small dose of sportiness in the mid-spec SE trim.
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Visually, the FX is distinguished by a new set of 18-inch alloy wheels finished in satin black with machined accents, and a new spoiler mounted on the tailgate. The special edition is only available in three shades – Midnight Black Metallic, Ice Cap, and Underground – always combined with a black finish for the roof, mirrors, and badging. Finally, the FX wears the more aggressive bumpers, already found in the SE and Nightshade trims of the Corolla.
Inside, the highlight is the new 10.5-inch infotainment touchscreen display on the dashboard, replacing the previous 8-inch unit. The larger display is included as standard in the FX and will also be available in other trims of the 2025 Toyota Corolla. The model also features a 7-inch digital instrument cluster and a wireless charging pad sourced from the flagship XSE trim, plus the Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 ADAS suite.
Despite the sporty looks, the 2025 Toyota Corolla FX comes fitted with the stock 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. There are no performance upgrades over the lesser trims, with the mill still producing 169 hp (126 kW / 171 PS) and 151 lb-ft (205 Nm) of torque, exclusively mated to a CVT gearbox. However, Toyota tweaked the chassis setup with lowering springs and different tuning for the electric power steering.
The first examples of the 2025 Toyota Corolla FX Special Edition will reach US dealerships in the fall of 2024. Pricing will be announced closer to the market launch, together with the rest of the Corolla’s 2025 MY lineup.
