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Toyota Corolla Axio XI (facelift 2017) 1.5 (109 Hp) CVT-i
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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 136 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~4.2 l/100km). Weighing only 1090 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 (109 Hp) CVT-i Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Smooth power delivery thanks to the CVT, ideal for comfortable cruising. Can feel a bit sluggish under hard acceleration due to the transmission characteristics.
Fuel Economy
Very good fuel economy, often slightly better than the manual version in real-world driving due to the CVT's efficiency.
Community Verdict
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4.4 / 5
Based on AI analysis of 27 discussions
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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 (109 Hp) CVT-i |
| Start of production: | October, 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 109 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 72.9 Hp/l [455mm more] |
| Torque: | 136 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 2NR-FKE More details about the engine 2NR-FKE |
| Engine displacement: | 1496 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.6 l |
| Coolant: | 4.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 72.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90.6 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 4.2 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10 kg/Hp, 100 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8 kg/Nm, 124.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1090 |
| Max. weight: | 1365 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 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: | 1460 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 155 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.8 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Super CVT-i |
| 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 | 185/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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