Toyota Corolla: 60 Years and 57 Million Sales, the Absolute Automotive Record
- Published on 26/08/2026 18:24
Toyota celebrates 60 years of the Corolla, a model that has sold more than 57 million units since 1966.
The Toyota Corolla will celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2026 with a special edition. With over 57 million units sold since 1966, it holds a world record. But behind this number lies a nuance: it is primarily the name Corolla that is the best-selling in history.
The Japanese model has traversed six decades, twelve generations, and has established itself in more than 150 countries. A colossal success that regularly merits it being presented as the best-selling car of all time.
Technically, however, this is a shortcut. Because a 1966 Corolla and a 2026 Corolla have almost nothing in common. Rear-wheel drive yesterday, front-wheel drive today, sedan, wagon, or hatchback depending on the generation and market, gasoline then hybrid… Corolla is, above all, the best-selling automotive name in history.
And this is precisely what makes its longevity remarkable. Toyota has profoundly transformed its Corolla without ever abandoning its original recipe: a versatile, reliable, attractive, accessible car designed to meet the needs of the moment. Rather than remaining static, it has evolved with its customers.
A special Toyota Corolla for its 60th anniversary
To celebrate this anniversary, Toyota is launching a “60th Anniversary” Corolla, available in a five-door sedan and Touring Sports wagon. Its exclusive Blue 1966 color pays homage to the first generation, with a black roof, new 17-inch wheels, chrome inserts, and specific badges.
The mechanics remain resolutely modern with the 1.8 hybrid engine producing 140 hp, while the equipment includes a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel, a 10.5-inch multimedia screen, and Toyota’s T-Mate driving assistance.
The Corolla remains a solid choice in France: the current twelfth generation has already totaled over 92,000 sales since 2019.
This 60th Anniversary edition will be available for order starting September 1, 2026. A way to remind us that in the automotive world, lasting 60 years does not mean staying the same car.
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