Styling studios in Turin, Italy, helped in the creation of changes to the front bumper, radiator grille, front lower grille, headlamps, trunk lid, rear license garnish, rear combination lamp, rear bumper and reflex reflector.
Built on a 102.4-inch wheelbase, the Corolla provides room for five, and its 12.3 cu. ft. trunk rivals midsize cars’ trunks in capacity. The A-pillar was pulled forward and the C-pillar pushed rearward, helping aerodynamics. Engine undercovers improve air management under the car on all models.
Above the dense mesh grille that helps form the now familiar Toyota T-face, an anti-chipping coating prevents damage. The side-view mirrors have increased in size; heated side-view mirrors are available. The S model adds a sporty look while also enhancing aerodynamics with a front spoiler, rocker moldings, and upper and lower rear spoilers.
The A-pillar was specially profiled to cut wind noise; the windshield is made from acoustic glass and the window-frame structure is designed to reduce vibration of side glass. The windshield molding, wiper blade covers and shape of the cowl air intake louvers are all designed to minimize noise (the carpet also provides better insulation). Windshield washer nozzles are partially shielded by the rear edge of the hood, instead of sitting atop the hood or cowling.
A new seat color and pattern enhances Corolla’s contemporary looks, while the combination meter design has been changed to enhance clarity. The instrument panel upper and door trim upper color and steering wheel have been changed.
A standard tilt and telescope steering wheel in all models makes it easy for taller drivers to find a comfortable position. A multi-information display presents a variety of information, including outside temperature, instant fuel economy, average fuel economy, average speed and travel distance.
Careful attention to exhaust system routing provides a nearly flat rear floor, enhancing comfort for the middle passenger. Three interior color schemes are available: Ash, Dark Charcoal and Bisque. The Bisque is paired with Ash Brown trim.
Storage spaces include center console side pockets; a storage box above the usual glove box; front and rear door pockets that can safely hold 20-ounce bottles; a console box with a large-capacity main tray and a smaller accessory tray; an overhead console useful for storage of sunglasses or garage-door openers; and a rear-seat center armrest with an integral drink holder.
If you want to upgrade your car and a Civic
ReplyDeleteHonda civic chipis an option, it is a cheap and easy upgrade to complete. So long as your vehicle was built in the past two decades or so, it should be able to utilize a Civic ECU chip, though earlier models may not be able to. Civics are already known for their remarkable efficiency as non-hybrids, so the several miles per gallon in fuel savings provided by a chip probably wonÃt impress you all that much. But a Civic isn’t a horsepower heavy vehicle, and if you need that extra power (perhaps for storage towing or for climbing up steep roads), a chip can provide a crucial assist.