FAW Toyota new Corolla listed, priced 11.98-15 9,800 yuan

If you ask who is the benchmark of today’s compact car? I believe 80% of my friends will think of it – FAW Toyota Corolla, after half a century, Corolla has accumulated global sales of 47 million vehicles, becoming an irreplaceable classic. On August 9, 2019, the twelfth generation of Corolla was officially launched, and the new car was launched with 1.2T/1.8L dual-engine power, a total of 8 models, the price range is 11.98-15 9,800 yuan. At the same time, the first batch of users who buy the new Corolla will also enjoy quadruple gifts. So what are the highlights of the new car?

The new Corolla is based on Toyota’s latest TNGA architecture. The overall shape resembles the scaled-down version of the "Camry". The exaggerated front face has great visual impact. The large-mouth air intake grille is very attractive. The whole system is equipped with LED daytime running lights/automatic headlights/LED fog lights and headlights with adjustable height, which is very kind. In terms of body size, the length, width and height are 4635/1780/1455mm respectively, and the wheelbase is 2700mm. Compared with the overseas version, it is 5mm longer and 20mm higher.

The tail design has a stronger sense of hierarchy, which complements the front face. The taillights are connected with a chrome-plated decorative strip, adding a touch of sporty atmosphere. Compared with the ordinary version, the dual-engine model uses the blue LOGO + body HYBRID logo to highlight the hybrid identity. I wonder which design do you prefer compared with the recently listed brother car GAC Toyota Leiling?

In terms of interior, the new Corolla gives you a refreshing feeling, both in terms of configuration and texture, it is much better than the current model. In order to target the Chinese market, the high-end version of the model is also equipped with a 12.1-inch central control large screen design, which not only increases in size, but also the whole series is equipped with the new Toyota Zhixing Internet system, with L2-level automatic driving function. At the same time, PM2.5 filter system/TSS automatic driving assistance system/8 airbags for the whole car will also appear on the new Corolla. The key is that it is all standard for the whole series. When it comes to the Toyota TSS automatic driving assistance system, you must be familiar with it, including four items: adaptive cruise/lane departure/active braking and automatic high beam, which greatly enhance the driving safety of drivers.

In terms of space, it still maintains the mainstream level, with a trunk volume of 470L, which can fully meet your daily use needs, and the rear seats support proportional reclining, which can further enhance your storage of bulky items. It is worth mentioning that the battery of the dual-engine model is located under the rear seats and does not occupy the trunk space. The only regret is that the rear floor is not flat enough.

In terms of power, the new car is consistent with the current model, using the same 1.2T and 1.8L dual-engine engines, matched with a CVT gearbox, of which the 1.2T model has a maximum power of 85kW and a peak torque of 185Nm; the 1.8L dual-engine model is equipped with Toyota’s latest THS II hybrid system, with fuel consumption as low as 4.0L/100km, a maximum power of 72kW and a peak torque of 142Nm. The chassis adopts the front McPherson rear double wisharm four-wheel independent suspension. In addition, all models meet the national six emission standards.

According to official statistics, the three-year value retention rate of the Corolla is about 64%, higher than 14% of other products, with a value preservation advantage of more than 15,000 yuan. And when it comes to the competitors of the Corolla, there are no more than Nissan Xuanyi and Volkswagen Langyi. The three models in terms of sales are in the top three all year round. I don’t know if the replaced Corolla can take the opportunity to distance itself from the two. Of course, models such as Bora and Civic, and even Leiling, a compatriot, should not be underestimated. Let’s wait and see how the specific market performance is.