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2011 Toyota Corolla
Making its debut at the Los Angeles Auto show, the 2011 Toyota Corolla - the best selling subcompact in America - will feature new front and rear exterior styling, new interior design changes, Toyota Care complimentary maintenance plan, standard Smart Stop Technology, and two new colors. With a compelling combination of responsive, fun-to-drive performance, proven value and significant safety credentials, more than 30 million Corollas have been sold worldwide since 1966. The 2011 Corolla will go in sale in December. (continued below)
2011 Corolla Photo Gallery |
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Refreshed Design and New Features For 2011 Toyota Corolla
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Source: Toyota | Published: Wed Nov 17, 2010 |
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The 2011 Toyota Corolla continues to offer Toyota's Star Safety System
standard, which includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control
(TRAC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution
(EBD) and Brake Assist. It also features the standard Smart Stop Technology
brake-override system.
Exterior Design
The Toyota Corolla's
design, created with input from styling studios in Turin, Italy, strikes a
sporty profile. New 2011 exterior-design changes were made on 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 sporty profile is the result of pulling
the A-pillar forward and the C-pillar rearward, which also enhances aerodynamic
performance for optimal fuel efficiency.
Character lines sweep from the
hood toward the A-pillars and carry back from the top edge of the front bumper
into the subtle yet muscular front-fender flares. Additional lines carry
rearward at the level of the door handles, emphasizing the Corolla's low
profile, and sweep down from the C-pillar and along the top edges of the rear
fenders.
Just above the dense mesh grille that helps form the now
familiar Toyota T-face, an interlayer of anti-chipping coating is used to help
minimize paint damage from stone chips. The side-view mirrors have increased in
size for excellent visibility; heated side-view mirrors are available. The
standard body kit on S the model adds a sporty look while also enhancing
aerodynamics. The kit includes a front spoiler, rocker moldings, and upper and
lower rear spoilers. Engine undercovers improve air management under the car on
all models.
Toyota designers focused significant attention on reducing
wind noise. The A-pillar is specially profiled for this purpose. 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. Windshield
washer nozzles are partially shielded by the rear edge of the hood, instead of
sitting atop the hood or cowling. Inside, the carpeting is designed to better
absorb noise.
Interior Design
The 2011 Corolla features a
number of new interior design features that enhance its distinctive style. A new
seat color and pattern enhances Corolla's contemporary looks, while the
combination meter design has been changed with the aim of enhancing clarity. The
instrument panel upper and door trim upper color has been changed, revealing a
sophisticated cabin appearance. A newly designed steering wheel on the Corolla S
is provides a sporty image.
The Corolla's driving position and front
seats are tailored to a wider range of driver heights. A standard tilt and
telescope steering wheel in all models makes it easy for taller drivers to find
a comfortable position.
Toyota Corolla: Review (2/2)
Specifications |
Key: AT - automatic transmission, MT - manual transmission, F/R/AWD - front/rear/all wheel drive |
Powertrain |
Type |
I4 |
Displacement |
110 cu in (1798 cc) |
Power |
132 hp @ 6000 RPM |
Torque |
128 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM |
Redline |
n/a |
Driveline |
Front Wheel Drive |
Transmission |
5 Speed Manual (Std.) |
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4 Speed Automatic (Opt.) |
Brakes & Tires |
Brakes Front - Rear |
Ventilated Discs - Drum |
Tire Size Front - Rear |
195/65 R15 (Std.) |
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205/55 R16 (Opt.) |
Exterior Dimensions & Weight |
Length |
180 in |
Width |
69.4 in |
Height |
57.7 in |
Curb Weight |
MT: 2734 lbs |
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AT: 2767 lbs |
Performance |
0-60 |
n/a |
1/4 Mile |
n/a |
60-0 Braking |
n/a |
Top Speed |
n/a |
Fuel Economy |
EPA Fuel Mileage - City/Highway |
MT: 28/35 mpg |
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AT: 26/34 mpg |
Origin & Price |
Origin |
Japan |
Base Retail Price (MSRP) |
n/a |