Toyota Corolla is definitely one of the highest selling luxury sedans in the country. After the success of first Toyota Corolla, the company has introduced many generations of Corolla. In every changing generation Toyota has continuously made modifications and advancements in response to customer’s demands and requirements.

Though the old Corolla or the ninth generation Toyota Corolla was running successfully in the market, the company introduced another generation with better features and improved engine technology. The new Corolla, tenth generation Corolla, is launched in the Indian car market with the title of Toyota Corolla Altis, a car that inspires envy.

Here are some of the basic specifications of the new Corolla:

Car Exterior

The new Corolla Altis is beautifully designed with sleek and sophisticated appeal. Smooth curved lines and striking headlamps add to the beauty of the car exterior. It is definitely shorter and slimmer than the Honda Civic but taller by 30 mm. The length, width and height of the new car are 4540mm, 1760mm, and 1450mm respectively.

Engine and Performance:

The new Corolla Altis is propelled by a 1.8L petrol VVTi engine delivering 130bhp of maximum power. There will be no diesel option available but the buyers have an option to choose from manual and automatic transmission. The automatic transmission system is intelligently designed with sequential shift, delivering a smooth and comfortable ride. The company promises a maximum speed of 60 kmph in just a span of 4.76 seconds and about 100 kmph in 11.66 seconds. Overall, the car gives a silky and smooth performance and outstanding driving experience.

Interior Space and Features

The interior of the car is spacious and roomy with elegant and attractive features. The company has used world class upholstery to adorn the car interiors. Some of the other exciting features fitted in the car interior include flawless leather seats, power driven driver seat with lumbar support, drop-down holder for sunglasses, sliding arm rest, electro-chromatic rear view mirror, premium audio system with 6-CD changer, and a new efficient air-conditioner. It is believed that this new air-conditioner cools the cabin in just a span of 11.3 seconds.

Safety Technology

As the new Corolla is an advanced and innovative version of the ninth generation Corolla, it has all the new and upmarket safety features. Priced at Rs 13 lakh, Altis offers a range of high-end safety features like anti-lock brakes with the electronic brake force distribution, global outstanding assessment body structure, dual supplemental restraint system airbags, and whiplash injury lessening concept seats. These safety technologies ensure high-end safety of the car and the passengers.

In short, the new Toyota Corolla Altis is just commendable.

By: Toyota USA Blog

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