Detailed characteristics of Toyota Corolla
in numbers, among the most important ones that people most often pay attention to are the
price
in rubles at the time of appearance in car dealerships and
consumption
in various conditions: in the city, on the highway or mixed, as well as
the total and curb weight
.
Also important are the dimensions
and
volume of the trunk , ground clearance maximum speed, acceleration to 100 km
in seconds or the time spent covering 402 meters.
Gearbox
automatic, manual;
drive
, front or all-wheel drive, or maybe even switchable
Main characteristics of Toyota Corolla 2001 hatchback 5 doors. characteristics of Toyota Corolla
1398, this volume is the golden mean between power preference and fuel consumption. Ideal for frequent travel in urban environments
A drive that requires special driving skills and getting used to in the case of driving with a different type of drive. For such a low price, cars are considered budget
since you just get a car to drive and nothing more, but in some cases this is the only purpose without any beauty. You don't need more to get around the city. Perhaps the slogan for such a vehicle is not “The miser pays twice.”
There are other names or misspellings:
Toyota Corolla / Toyota Corolla
Corolla: parameters, tests (test drive, crash test), reviews, car dealerships, photos, videos, news.
Toyota Corolla
- production began in 2001. The combination of style and technology Corolla, created by Toyota, has proven itself in the market and is time-tested.
Among the existing basic Corolla colors, you can easily find one that suits you, but most likely you can choose it to order. We most likely do not have all the configurations of this Toyota Corolla model, among which there are various options for assembling the Corolla: the gearbox can be automatic or manual, interior trim with leather or wood inserts, wheels and other additional elements of the Corolla body, which will certainly be reflected in the price Corolla. Technical characteristics are good, but don’t forget about the safety of the Corolla or the engine size, which will then make itself felt in terms of operating costs in the future, as well as Corolla repairs and maintenance with a warranty period. Since the purchase is made not for several months, but for several years, so consider for yourself what you will do in the summer and winter, what trips you will make in the Corolla
. The table below shows a comparison of several Corolla configurations, among the parameters are reflected: what are the overall dimensions of the Corolla, what is the fuel consumption in the city, highway or mixed, engine size, maximum speed and acceleration time to 100 km/h, curb or gross weight of the Corolla, wheelbase, front and rear wheel tracks, transmission type (gearbox/gearbox), what kind of drive, tire size, how much power or torque and what price. In addition to all the numbers, you can read reviews of car owners about Corolla, watch videos or news, tests (test drive, crash test).
New Corolla VVT-i
First of all, the updates affected the European Toyota Corolla VVT-i series. In the fall of 2001, a large European presentation of the updated model range took place. Toyota Corolla VVT-i was presented in a new body with engines of 1.4 and 1.6 liters, producing 97 and 110 hp.
New cars, presented in two hatchback versions (5 and 3 doors), as well as station wagon and sedan, turned out to be very useful on the European market. The car was distinguished by a balanced suspension that guaranteed a soft, smooth ride, good technical characteristics, and a wide range of options, including the most advanced climate and multimedia systems at that time. In addition, the Japanese paid great attention to the safety of the car, increasing the rigidity of the body. European-style station wagons and minivans are considered among the most durable.
The result of the work done was a car that, in terms of innovation and advanced technological solutions, has not lost its leadership to this day.
In 2001, a car was prepared for the European market, slightly different from the Japanese version. The VVT-i station wagon has become somewhat wider and longer, due to this it was possible to slightly increase the size of the interior. Starting from this generation, expanding the interior space and creating comfort superior to its “C” class has become one of the main areas of work for Toyota Corolla designers. The small sloping hood and relatively small trunk are a direct consequence of this work.
So, the width and height of the new car were 1710 and 1475 mm, the length of the hatchback was 4180 mm, the sedan and station wagon were 4385 mm. Ground clearance – 1500 mm. At the same time, the main characteristics of the car remained unchanged.
Thus, the Toyota Corolla 2001 has significantly increased the dimensions of the car and has become one of the most comfortable in its class. In fact, the new VVT-i series managed to combine the comfort and smooth running of French cars and German reliability, which was appreciated by the European public.
Technical characteristics, tuning
Despite the low fuel consumption, which does not exceed 6.5 liters on the highway, and 8 liters per hundred in the countryside, the car is very playful and maneuverable. For those who like to drive fast, the chassis will have to be modified, since at high speed the car is very rolly, it is advisable to install special sports air-oil shock absorbers. From the factory, the Corolla is equipped with wide-profile tires with a small radius, so the wheels are also replaced with others with a larger radius. The standard headlights, which give off a yellowish tint, are also subject to tuning; they are replaced with brighter ones, and experienced car enthusiasts customize the fuel supply system, which is configured from the factory in such a way as to save fuel as much as possible. Not only the technical part, but also the car body can be subject to changes.
The steering wheel is equipped with an electric power amplifier, thanks to which all efforts made with the steering wheel are quickly transferred to the wheels without any delays.
Exterior and interior 121 models
The appearance of the Toyota Corolla in the 121 body is quite elegant and at the same time smart and sporty. Let's take a closer look at the details of the car. Its head optics are ideally combined with the radiator grille, which, due to chrome plating, stands out significantly among other parts. There is nothing special in the front bumper; fog lights are located along its edges.
The sides of the car do not have any flashy details; everything is done neatly and tastefully. From the rear, the car again stands out with large taillights and a chrome insert. The headlights take up a significant portion of the rear of the car. In addition to this, one pleasant feature can be highlighted - the rear window has a very large area, so if your configuration does not have parking sensors, it will be very convenient to monitor the movement of your Corolla not only in the mirrors, but also by looking at the rear window.
Now it's worth talking about the salon. Like all Corolla models, the 121 has a lot of space inside. 4 adults can easily fit inside, not including the driver. The interior is quite ergonomic and comfortable. The designers did a great job with every detail inside it. The seats in the cabin are quite comfortable.
It is worth saying that a lot depends primarily on the configuration. The quality of materials and the presence of certain comfort options greatly influence the first opinion about a car. It is worth trying to take this car with air conditioning, not to mention climate control and electronic adjustment of seats, steering wheel, mirrors and power windows.
Spasio & Verso
In 2001, the dream of many came true. The Corolla Spacio was introduced to the European market for the first time, although in European transcription its name sounds like Verso. The entry of a compact minivan into the markets of the Old World can be called somewhat overripe, since many local manufacturers have been producing it since 1998. This is all the more surprising since the body, in demand in Europe, has been successfully sold in Japan for 4 years. However, as soon as popularity in the Benelux markets reached its peak, Toyota brought the updated minivan to the forefront.
In the European version, Verso, like Spasio, is equipped with 1.6 and 1.8 liter gasoline engines with a capacity of 110 and 135 hp, as well as a 90-horsepower 2.2-liter turbodiesel. At the same time, Toyota marketers refrained from promoting the 4x4 version to Europe.
In general, the technical characteristics of the two minivans are almost identical, as are their dimensions: 4210x1705x1610, with a curb weight of 1200 kg.
But the exterior of the car has changed somewhat; in order for the design of the car to correspond to European taste and fashion, a modern auto design center, Toyota ED2, was created, which specialized in fine-tuning the exterior of purely Japanese models to match European taste.
Toyota Corolla VVT-i and Verso 2001 are the first fruits of the auto center's work. The main efforts in technical improvement of the car were aimed at increasing comfort and safety.
Compared to the base model, the body has been significantly strengthened; for more reliable fastening of the suspension elements at the front and rear, special subframes have been installed on the chassis, creating additional body protection and improving technical safety characteristics.
The interior is complemented by a huge amount of storage space, special pockets, glove compartments and eyeglass cases are found almost everywhere, so there is no such thing that would not have a place in the Verso interior. Of course, the car found favor in Europe, and after just a couple of years in Russia it was leaking onto the secondary market.
Exterior and interior
The body of this model, thanks to its taut exterior, ideal combination of a chrome radiator grille and head optics, looks elegant. On the edges of the front bumper there are fog lights. Due to the large headlights and large rear window area, the rear of the car stands out.
There is a lot of space inside the Toyota Corolla 121 body, while the interior is very comfortable and ergonomic. The front seats are quite comfortable with excellent lateral support, and in the back seat three adult passengers will feel very comfortable. The quality of materials, as well as what options will be installed in the car, will depend on what equipment the car has. The machine can be equipped with:
- Climate control;
- Electronic adjustment of seats, steering wheel, and mirrors;
- Glasses with electronic drive;
- Air conditioning.
Technical part of Toyota Corolla in 121 body and its tuning
Let's start with the chassis. The car is very maneuverable and playful - all this despite low fuel consumption. For example, when equipped with a 1.5-liter engine, the Corolla consumes only 6-6.5 liters in the extra-urban cycle and about 8 liters in city traffic. These are very good results. The photo shows possible engine tuning.
For those who like aggressive driving, it is worth saying that the chassis will have to be modified, the car will roll at high speeds and very sharp jerks to the side. Therefore, it is best to install a sports suspension - preferably using sports oil-air shock absorbers. As standard, the car comes with wide-profile tires with small radius rims; 16 rims with low-profile tires will look impressive, however, not everyone wants to install these on our favorite domestic roads.
The steering wheel does not require additional settings or adjustments. The electric power steering quite clearly detects the slightest turns of the steering wheel in one direction or another - the speed of transmission to the wheels is impressive - no delays.
According to tuning, you can install brighter headlights, since as standard they are yellowish. In addition, you can improve and more clearly configure the fuel supply system, since according to the standard, the system works to save it.
Some craftsmen significantly alter not only the technical component of the car, but also the body itself. Possible solutions can be seen in the photos below: people are limited only by their imagination.
