Toyota Corolla is a very famous compact car that has been one of Toyota Motor Corporation's star products since it was first introduced in 1966

Historical Background

Origins and development: Since its birth in 1966, the Corolla has gone through many iterations and has become one of the world's best-selling cars, with a world record of 40 million units sold in 2013.

China: In 2004, the ninth generation Corolla was produced in China under the name "Corolla" by FAW Toyota, and in 2006, the Chinese name of the tenth generation Corolla was changed to "Corolla".

Twelfth generation Corolla (2019-present)

ARCHITECTURE: Based on Toyota's TNGA (Toyota New Global Architecture) architecture, which brings higher safety standards, better handling and superior fuel efficiency.

Design: A more dynamic exterior design is adopted, including a segmented centre grille, dual-colour styled LED light clusters and smooth body lines.

Interior: The interior is simple and features a traditional trapezoidal centre design, which has been rated as more traditional or classic, but some users have found it to be slightly dated.

Dimensions: with a length of 4,635 mm, width of 1,780 mm, height of 1,455 mm and a wheelbase of 2,700 mm, the car is a standard compact car size.

Powertrain

Fuel version:
1.2T turbocharged engine with 116bhp output and 185Nm peak torque, mated to a CVT.
1.5-litre three-cylinder naturally aspirated engine with 121bhp, slightly weaker than the 1.2T, but with good fuel economy.

Hybrid version:
Equipped with a 1.8-litre naturally aspirated engine coupled with an electric motor, the power is smooth and fuel efficient.

Driving Feeling

Manoeuvrability: the steering feels good and points clearly.

Suspension: Equipped with four-wheel independent suspension, it provides good shock absorption and lateral support, suitable for aggressive driving or emergency avoidance.

Comfort: Overall comfort is medium to high, but there is room for improvement in sound insulation.

Configuration and Functions

Safety features: 8 airbags are standard, as well as a number of active safety features including PCS Emergency Pre-Collision Active Brake Assist and DRCC Dynamic Radar Cruise Control.

Convenience features: Reversing camera, tyre pressure display, full-speed adaptive cruise control, hill assist, automatic parking and other features are provided.

Infotainment system: Equipped with modern technological features such as a large central control screen, Bluetooth in-car phone, mobile phone connectivity mapping, voice recognition control and so on.

Other features: Also includes electric sunroof, keyless entry, one-touch start, four-way adjustable multi-function steering wheel, PM2.5 air filter.

Toyota Corolla is a long-established and well-received compact sedan known for its reliability and affordability. It offers good safety, equipment and fuel efficiency, making it ideal for families. Although the interior design may be considered relatively conservative, the Corolla is still a great choice for consumers looking for practicality and value for money.