The 2021 Toyota Corolla Apex Edition shows you that even cars as humble as the Corolla can hope to be something more. Sure, it will never be a total hypercar monster capable of turning the Earth underneath its wheels, but this version of Toyota’s venerable Corolla is at least trying.

Obviously, calling it the “Apex Edition” tilts at what Toyota is going for here: A curve-carving machine that is fun to drive, yet still a practical sedan. Think of it as a modern Japanese version of an older BMW 3 Series, and you won’t be far off the mark.

What Is The Toyota Corolla Apex Edition"

The Japanese automotive giant puts it this way: “it’s right in the name of a special new model for 2021: Corolla Apex Edition. In track driving, drivers aim to ‘clip the apex’ of a corner to achieve the quickest lap times.”
In so many words, the Apex Edition is an option package available on either the Corolla SE or XSE. It is aimed squarely at us, the corner-carving, bigger-right-foot-than-left gearheads.

It also aims to make a styling statement. With a low profile, hunkered-down look, the Apex Edition features an aerodynamic black body kit with bronze accents, a front spoiler, fog light covers, side moldings, and a rear diffuser. Toyota says these additions aid in “high-speed vehicle stability,” but how fast can this thing possibly go" If the black and bronze aero bits aren’t enough for you, thereR...