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Published by The team in News the 13/10/2022 at 11:08
With twelve generations and more than 50 million units sold worldwide, the Toyota Corolla is a vitally important model for Toyota. While it is now the undisputed leader in the electric hybrid C segment, where it holds 56% of the shares, Toyota wanted to give it a major update for 2023. We were able to test it before its launch, and here are our recommendations. main impressions.
Talking about Corolla is talking about a model that has carved out a place among the best-selling cars in history. It's true that in Europe it mutated to the Auris name for a while since 2010, but they soon realized that the Corolla name was a lot of Corolla, and they went back to the original nomenclature.
The new Corolla gets a slight update in terms of exterior design, so light that in many cases they either explain the news to you or they can go unnoticed.
So let's review them one by one. In 5p (Hatchback), wagon (Touring Sports) and sedan (Sedan) versions, they sport a more streamlined and contemporary look. How do they get it? With the application of a new mesh on the grille , with beveled fog lamps and new alloy wheels.
If we go specifically to the five-door and Touring Sports versions, they have new Bi-LED headlights .
There are three new colors. Florida Blue for Corolla and Corolla Touring Sports, Mediterranean Blue for Corolla Sedan and Graphite Grey , available for all body styles.
Inside, the novelties are even more discreet, and stick mainly to new graphics on the interior screens.
The new multimedia screen measures 10.5 inches and features high definition graphics. To prevent light reflections, it has an anti-glare mechanism, which guarantees excellent visibility in almost all lighting conditions.
The mid-to-higher trims feature a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster , which can be customized to driver preference in four distinct modes: Casual , Smart , Sport and Tough .
The Toyota Corolla continues to have three bodies : Corolla Electric Hybrid, Corolla Touring Sports Electric Hybrid and Corolla Sedan Electric Hybrid.
All incorporate the fifth generation of the hybrid system, much more adjusted and refined to better suit the tastes of European drivers.
Two engines are maintained with the 1.8 and 2.0 liters . In both cases, significant changes have been made to the combustion engines and electric propulsion to improve the experience of the driver, who will have more power, which will translate into better performance.
In addition, driving pleasure is greater, because the system is smoother and this also results in an equal or lower level of CO2 emissions.
Innovations include the power control unit (PCU) and redesigned transaxle, as well as the now more powerful but smaller and lighter lithium-ion battery , so much so that the weight drops to 18 kg, according to the versions.
The 1.8 -litre Corolla boosts power to 140 bhp , which cuts 0-60 mph by 1.7 seconds, stopping the clock in 9.2 seconds.
If we opt for the 2.0-liter Corolla , the power reaches a considerable 196 hp . Thanks to this increased power, the time required to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h has been reduced by almost half a second. For the chrono in 7.5 seconds.
Although fuel consumption and emissions figures are pending final homologation , a reduction of 3 g/km is expected in the combined cycle CO2 figure compared to current data for the Corolla with the fourth generation hybrid electric system .
During the presentation of the renewed model, I had the opportunity to drive a Corolla Sedan Electric Hybrid with a level of finish that will not be sold in Spain: the Corolla Sedan Electric Hybrid GR will not be seen on our streets.
Yes, the GR trim will continue to be offered on the Corolla Electric Hybrid, as well as the Corolla Touring Sports Electric Hybrid. Thus, customers who wish to combine the practicality of a compact family with the sporty finish, will be able to do so .
The success of these versions of appearance and equipment more oriented towards sportsmanship is remarkable. More than 20,000 Corolla GR Sport units have already been sold across Europe, of which more than 1,800 , or almost 10% of European volume, have been sold in Spain.
Driving the new model, the first thing that stands out is how it gains speed , demonstrating a level of smoothness that its predecessors lacked. The recalibration of the hybrid system makes it possible to accelerate with less vibration than before and in less time.
It does it noticeably faster, thanks to the power boost we were talking about earlier, and oddly enough , the engine has to go up fewer revs to deliver that power we demand, which also translates into less vibration and noise. mechanical.
Despite the fact that the sedan body versions are only offered with the 140 hp H140 engine , the truth is that the car does well in traffic. In the city, in conditions of low demand, it is common to move only using the electric system.
The switch from electric to hybrid when starting the petrol engine is discreet and barely perceptible, which makes the car very pleasant to handle in urban environments.
Off the road, refinement to climb turns and gain speed is its main trademark. I dare say it is now much better prepared for long rides.
According to Toyota officials in Spain, despite the superior equipment and power, beyond the innovations in terms of design, the prices of the Corolla remain unchanged compared to the previous generation.
Thus, the Corolla Electric Hybrid range is available with prices starting at €24,200 for the hatchback body, €25,800 for the Corolla Touring Sports Electric Hybrid and €25,650 for the Corolla Sedan Electric Hybrid.
Equipment levels vary depending on the bodywork chosen, reaching a new level called GR Sport Premium for sedans and Touring Sport.
So the Toyota Corolla , after this major update, is better prepared to remain the favorite of those looking for a compact hybrid. And keep adding millions.
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