A humble Toyota Corolla factory-fitted with a 200-kilowatt 3.5-litre V6 engine
This top-spec 'G' features adaptive cruise control, half-leather trim & more
Yes—Toyota unbelievably fitted its 3.5-litre ‘2GR’ V6 engine into the humble Corolla.
It’s the same engine most famously seen in the Toyota Crown, Toyota Mark X, Toyota Aurion, and others. Known as the Toyota Blade Master, this Corolla-based product saw exclusive sales in Japan from 2007 to 2009. In that time, Toyota only produced 2,880 examples, making it quite a rare car from what is the largest car brand in the world.
The six-speed auto features paddle shifters to entice the driver, and on a sweeping back road, the old Blade isn’t a terrible thing to have at your side. This example was also factory-optioned with adaptive cruise control.
It feels very un-Toyota inside, too, with extensive use of Alcantara on its doors, dashboard, gauge cluster surround, and seats. A floating gear shift console and orange interior illumination both feel inspired by Europe, too.
Toyota beefed up the suspension and brakes to handle the extra potency—just stick your head under the back and look at the upgraded levels of rear-axle adjustment it has.
If you’re after a genuine sleeper that’s reliable and easy to own, you’ve found your match.
The car pictured – 2007 Toyota Blade Master V6
This Toyota Blade was built in September 2007 and is a ‘Master G’ trim level.
That means it’s powered by a 3.5-litre naturally-aspirated ‘2GR-FE’ V6 engine with 206kW of power and 344Nm of torque. Power to sent to the front wheels via a six-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters.
As a flagship ‘G’ model, it features electric half-leather front seats, adaptive cruise control, keyless entry & start, automatic climate control. ambient roof lighting, Bluetooth connectivity & morel.
It presents in above average condition inside and out, and comes with a Toyota service history. It was purchased from a Japanese used car auction as a grade 4.0B example with two previous owners. Its exterior is wholly original and the car was fitted new with an optional aero kit.
Aftermarket extras include a removable Pioneer subwoofer. The vehicle was serviced upon arriving in Australia and was fitted with new tyres.
Quick facts
- 2007 Toyota Blade Master G
- Top-spec model
- Optional aero kit
- 118,611km
- 3.5-litre V6 engine
- 206 kilowatt / 344Nm torque
- Six-speed auto / front wheel drive
- Adaptive cruise control
- Factory equipment: climate control air conditioning, electric seats, keyless entry and start, automatic HID headlights, adaptive cruise control, removable pioneer subwoofer, ambient lighting, aftermarket air filter
- Two keys
- Japanese de-registration paperwork and auction paperwork available
- Japanese service history available.
- Serviced upon arriving in Australia
- New tyres fitted
- Price includes three-months NSW registration
- Price includes federal SEVS compliance
- Price includes a NSW roadworthy
With a 3.5-litre V6 engine crammed under its bonnet, the Toyota Blade Master will likely surprise a few at the red light Grand Prix.Some legend
