The 10th Generation Toyota Corolla was launched in 2008. The Toyota Corolla 10th Generation is a front engine front wheel drive subcompact sedan. The 10th Generation Corolla is available with 4 engines and 4 trim levels making for a car that is accessible by a boarder range of people due to its various range many options. The 10th Generation Toyota Corolla also received a facelift where it got a series of minor cosmetic upgrades. The 10th Generation Toyota Corolla is available in 5 variants Xli, GLi, Altis, 2.0D and 2.0D Saloon. Production of the Toyota Corolla 10th Generation lasted for 7 years. The Toyota Corolla was and is available to purchase during the years 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 and the year 2015. The price of the Toyota Corolla 10th Generation was fairly competitive when compared to other models in the same class available in the local market.
Exterior
The exterior of the 10th Generation Toyota Corolla featured a brand new design language. The front end houses sleek narrow side swept headlights, a large rectangular grille, and a rectangular air intake. The rear end houses trapezium styled side swept taillights a large bumper. The overall exterior of the 10th Generation Corolla is quite elegant and features slightly restrained styling. All variants of the Toyota Corolla feature identical styling in every aspect. Options include side skirts, chrome garnish and allow heels. The overall exterior of the 10th Generation Toyota Corolla features a familiar and slightly restrained Toyota design language.
Interior
The interior of the 10th Generation Toyota Corolla features the use of light brown plastic trim pieces. The front and rear seats are covered in fabric. Standard features on the XLi and the 2.0D variant includes air conditioning, cup holders, power lock doors, power steering, a stereo speaker system and a tachometer. Features on the higher end GLi variant includes ABS and power windows. Features on the higher end 2.0D Saloon variant includes a drivers airbag, allow wheels, sunroof, front fog lights and a DVD player. Features on the highest end Altis variant includes leather upholstery and satellite navigation. Options include a sunroof, leather upholstery, power mirrors and satellite navigation. The overall interior of 10th Generation Toyota Corolla features a good amount of interior space in both the front and rear for a sedan of its exterior dimensions, to also offers a good level of comfort and interior refinement.
Engine
Engine
1.3 Liter DOHC 16 Valve Inline-4
1.6 Liter DOHC 16 Valve Inline-4
1.8 Liter DOHC 16 Valve Inline-4
2.0 Liter SOHC 16 Valve Inline-4 Diesel
Gearbox
5-Speed Manual Transmission
6-Speed Manual Transmission
4-Speed Automatic Transmission
5-Speed Automatic Transmission (Tiptronic)
Mileage
The Toyota Corolla 10th Generation can achieve an average of between 12KM/L to 16KM/L making for an estimated driving range of between 660KM to 880KM from the sedans 55 Liter fuel tank.
Competitor
The main competitors of the Toyota Corolla 10th Generation are the Honda Civic, Honda City, Suzuki Liana, Nissan Sunny, Mitsubishi Lancer, Toyota Belta.
Specifications
1.3 Liter DOHC 16 Valve Inline-4 84bhp@6000RPM
1.6 Liter DOHC 16 Valve Inline-4 110bhp@6000RPM
1.8 Liter DOHC 16 Valve Inline-4 120bhp@6000RPM
2.0 Liter SOHC 16 Valve Inline-4 Diesel 73bhp@4400RPM