The next generation of the popular Toyota Corolla sedan is currently being launched to members of the motoring media in Cape Town. Ciro De Siena is representing us and a driving impression of the vehicle will follow.
The new Toyota Corolla carries the same design elements as the Furia concept, but we’re pleased to see that the aggressive face on the front-end has been retained. It’s a good-looking car from the front, without being too assertive.The front has a bit of a slight Lexus design to it which is a good thing.
Looks aside, the main challenges the team faced when designing the new Toyota Corolla is to create a more practical and spacious interior, while retaining similar dimensions to the outgoing model. The wheelbase has been extended by 100 mm which allows a bit more space inside, while pushing the wheels out towards the edges of the vehicle therefore creating a bit of a dynamic sedan.
There’s a strong focus on refinement and the cabin has been engineered to deliver class-leading quietness.It’s rather practical and the boot capacity has been increased to 452 litres.
Remote central locking across the range with keyless Smart Entry on Exclusive modelsPower mirrors and windows (front and rear)Follow-Me-Home Light Control SystemAmbient temperature indicatorOn-board computer (TFT Multi-information display screen on Exclusive)60/40 Split rear seatsAirconditioning (Esteem and Prestige)Automatic Climate Control (Sprinter and Exclusive)Touch-screen display audio incorporates AM/FM radio, a CD/DVD/MP3 player, Bluetooth mobile phone connectivity with a music streaming facility, and a USB port for the connection of portable music players, with the facility to display iPod album cover art. A Back Guide Monitor is fitted as standard (Prestige and Exclusive)Esteem and Sprinter models are equipped with a standard audio system, aux inport and USB portBluetooth hands-free system on all models except EsteemElectrochromatic mirror (Exclusive)Rain sensing wipers (Exclusive)Cruise Control (Exclusive)
There are new engines for the new Toyota Corolla. There’s a1.4 litre D-4D turbo diesel and three petrol engines; a 1.33 litre Dual VVT-i unit, a 1.6 litre DualVVT-i engine and another new powerplant, the 1.8 litre Dual VVT-i. Every version comes with a six-speed manual gearbox, however the 1.6 and 1.8 petrol models can have the Multidrive S automatic fitted as an option.
| Model | Price | Model | Price | |
| 1.3 Esteem | R214 900 | 1.6 Prestige | R241 900 | |
| 1.3 Prestige | R232 900 | 1.6 Prestige (auto) | R252 900 | |
| 1.4 D Esteem | R237 900 | 1.6 Sprinter | R248 900 | |
| 1.4 D Prestige | R249 900 | 1.8 Prestige | R251 900 | |
| 1.6 Esteem | R225 900 | 1.8 Exclusive 1.8 Exclusive (auto) |
R272 900 R283 900 |
The new Corolla benefits from a three-year/100,000km warranty and comes with a standard five-year/ 90 000 km service plan. Service intervals are set at 15000 km (including the 1.4 D).
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