Toyota has revamped the styling, driving enjoyment and features of its Corolla hatch while improving fuel economy* across the range.
An extensive exterior redesign introduces two distinctive new looks to the hatch versions of Australia’s best-selling car, increasing Corolla’s appeal to a wider range of customers.
Ascent and Ascent Sport grades receive a classic European-inspired outline while the higher SX and ZR grades adopt a sportier character that incorporates a body kit.
Corolla’s more dynamic exterior proportions are complemented by interior upgrades including new audio systems, suspension refinements focused on ride comfort and efficiency gains that cut fuel use by as much as 7.6 per cent*.
Sensory quality in the cabin has been raised with a cleaner design for the dash panel and centre console along with new instrument gauges, fresh upholstery and satin chrome-plated ornaments.
Corolla Ascent hatch is now fitted with a reversing camera, making it standard across the entire Corolla range. The camera’s image is displayed on new touch-screen monitors that are also used to operate the upgraded audio system.
The new designs, added equipment and engineering updates are accompanied by price increases of just $300 on Ascent and Ascent Sport while top-of-the-line ZR is reduced by $1,000, or more than 3.3 per cent. SX prices remain steady.
Toyota Australia’s executive director sales and marketing Tony Cramb said the latest updates will give Corolla a decisive competitive edge and strengthen its claim to a third consecutive year as Australia’s best-selling car.
“Corolla hatch customers now have a clear choice between two compelling new designs: classic or sporty – both of which deliver a greater presence and visually broader stance,” Mr Cramb said.
“Buyers will also be attracted by a more stylish interior, under-the-skin tweaks that dial up the fun-to-drive factor and lower fuel consumption that will result in an even lower cost of ownership,” he said.
* Fuel consumption varies depending on driving conditions / style, vehicle conditions and options / accessories. Source of fuel consumption data: ADR81/02.
