Toyota Corolla Axio XI (facelift 2017) 1.5 (100 Hp) Hybrid e-CVT
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Toyota Corolla:
The Toyota Corolla is a series of compact cars manufactured and marketed globally by the Japanese automaker Toyota Motor Corporation. Introduced in 1966, the Corolla has been the world's best-selling automobile nameplate of all time since 1997, when it surpassed the Volkswagen Beetle. Toyota reached the milestone of 50 million Corollas sold over twelve generations in 2021.
The name Corolla is part of Toyota's naming tradition of using names derived from the Toyota Crown for sedans, with "corolla" Latin for "small crown". The Corolla has always been exclusive in Japan to Toyota Corolla Store locations, and manufactured in Japan with a twin, called the Toyota Sprinter until 2000. From 2006 to 2018 in Japan and much of the world, and from 2018 to 2020 in Taiwan, the hatchback companion had been called the Toyota Auris....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Axio XI (facelift 2017) Overview:
Toyota Corolla (Axio XI (facelift 2017)). With 111 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~2.9 l/100km). Weighing only 1140 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.5 (100 Hp) Hybrid e-CVT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Combines electric and petrol power for seamless acceleration, particularly strong in city driving. Total system output is 100 Hp, with the petrol engine contributing 74 Hp.
Fuel Economy
Outstanding fuel efficiency, especially in urban stop-and-go traffic, making it the most economical choice in the lineup.
Community Verdict
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4.4 / 5
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Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional reliability and low maintenance costs
- • Excellent fuel efficiency, especially with hybrid option
- • Comfortable and compliant ride quality
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Strong resale value in target markets
Cons:
- • Uninspiring performance from non-hybrid engines
- • Basic interior design and materials on lower trims
- • Limited advanced safety features compared to European rivals
- • Not widely available outside Asian markets
- • CVT can be noisy under hard acceleration
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II 2-door sedan (E20): May, 1970 - July, 1974).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Corolla |
| Generation: | Axio XI (facelift 2017) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (100 Hp) Hybrid e-CVT |
| Start of production: | October, 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | FHEV (Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 74 Hp @ 4800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 49.5 Hp/l [455mm more] |
| Torque: | 111 Nm @ 3600-4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1NZ-FXE More details about the engine 1NZ-FXE |
| Engine displacement: | 1496 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.7 l |
| Coolant: | 4.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84.7 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 2.9 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.4 kg/Hp, 87.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.3 kg/Nm, 97.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1140 |
| Max. weight: | 1415 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 36 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4400 mm mm [455mm more] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [190mm more] |
| Height: | 1460 mm mm [85mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2600 mm mm [265mm more] |
| Front track: | 1470 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1465 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 155 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.8-11.0 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric motor drive the front wheels of the car with the ability to work in full electric or mixed mode. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | e-CVT |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 185/60 R15; 185/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 15; 5.5J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Battery technology: | Nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) |
| Battery location: | Under the rear seats |
| System power: | 100 Hp |
| Electric motor power: | 61 Hp |
| Electric motor Torque: | 169 Nm |
| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |




















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