Updated Toyota Corolla: continuation of the story

The expressive exterior, interior ennobled and improved suspension - with the Service Pack Toyota Corolla intends to continue its success in the compact class. Appearance of the legendary models has become more pronounced contours. Changes were front and rear: clear horizontal lines of a stylized grille, combining spectacular headlamps. Modified front and rear bumpers, new design rear lights gives the car a dynamic, perfect form, which is well complemented by new 16 - inch wheels and side mirrors with integrated repeater lamps. Minor changes occurred in the interior, the car was a white backlight scales major appliances and a new steering wheel, filled with a sporty style. In addition, the quality of materials used in finishing. As for powertrains, the car will still be equipped with petrol engines with variable valve timing system, Dual VVT-i working volume of 1.33 liter capacity 101 hp and 1.6 liter capacity 124 hp, appeared on the model in September 2009. Lightweight and compact design of the engines in combination with high-tech solutions for high output and superior performance efficiency. For example, the fuel consumption in combined cycle with an engine modification 1.33 is 5.9 l/100 km. As before, the engines are aggregated with a 6-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmission. "Automatic" will be available only in the modification of the motor 1.6. Upgraded suspension provides the updated Toyota Corolla high ride and good handling, both in straight-line motion, as when cornering and rebuild. The updated model will continue to be available in four trim levels: "Comfort" from 599 000 rubles "Comfort Plus" of 647,000 rubles, "Elegance" from 749,000 rubles, "Prestige" of 797,000 rubles Staffing equipping new items include adjustable in two planes, the steering column , air conditioning, an indication of the recommended transfer (for versions with the gearbox), side mirrors with heating and electric, folding (60:40) rear seats, optitronnuyu dashboard and heated front seats. Also now available ports to connect external devices AUX and USB. Complete "Elegance" in addition include a multifunctional leather steering wheel and folding outside mirrors. Execution of the "Prestige" to add a rear view camera with image on the 3,3-inch display, integrated inside the rear-view mirror, Bluetooth, sensors and light rain, cruise control and system access in the car and engine start keyless Smart Entry & Push Start. The car body can be painted in one of eight colors, two of which are offered for the first time - metallic blue and metallic red. In addition, buyers expect surprises. The updated model will be manufactured in Japan, and the price of the car will be lower. In particular the price of a complete set of "Comfort" starts from 599 000 rub., 38 000 rubles. cheaper than a similar performance dorestaylingovoy version. Sales-to-date Toyota Corolla in the Russian market will start from July 1, and order the car is already possible through the official dealer Toyota. Text: Alex Guy