Photo: car.watch.impress.co.jp
Though the official reveal of the car is scheduled for June 26, Toyota did let a few journalists test out the all-new Corolla Hatchback at the Fuki Speedway earlier today. That's right; they are no longer calling it the Auris!
However, that's completely understandable, considering the Corolla nameplate debuted in Japan over 50 years ago. Described as a "mid-size vehicle," the 5-door looks largely the same as its European and American counterparts.
However, the front proudly boasts a Corolla-specific badge which looks a little like the Dacia logo. As far as the proportions are concerned, it measures 4,375mm long, 1,790mm wide and 1,460mm tall, riding on a 2,640mm wheelbase.
Two powertrains are going to be available. The 2 ZR-FXE is a 1.8-liter hybrid which will be shared directly with the C-HR, available only in combination with a CVT and 2WD. However, there will also be a 1.2-liter turbo, which will be aimed at those looking for a sportier car.
Although the power output will be the same as the C-HR - 116 HP and 185 Nm of torque - the rev limit has been boosted by 500rpm. The Corolla Hatchback will be Japan's first car with the iMT (Intelligent Manual Transmission) which is a 6-speed with rev matching and launch assist. We suspect the powertrain will be offered in Europe too, but Japan is the only country with 4WD. Of course, there will also be a CVT.
Additional tech goodies will include ACA (Active Cornering Assist) which uses the brakes to improve your cornering line, AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension System) consisting of electronically controlled dampers.
The exterior features the unified Toyota "Keen Look" which might be a bit polarizing to some. But with angular headlights and a grille that looks like it could eat a dear, you'll never call it boring. The interior can be optioned with two-tone leather. The standard 4.3-inch screen in the middle of the dashboard can also be replaced by a 7-inch display for that digital look.
However, the front proudly boasts a Corolla-specific badge which looks a little like the Dacia logo. As far as the proportions are concerned, it measures 4,375mm long, 1,790mm wide and 1,460mm tall, riding on a 2,640mm wheelbase.
Two powertrains are going to be available. The 2 ZR-FXE is a 1.8-liter hybrid which will be shared directly with the C-HR, available only in combination with a CVT and 2WD. However, there will also be a 1.2-liter turbo, which will be aimed at those looking for a sportier car.
Although the power output will be the same as the C-HR - 116 HP and 185 Nm of torque - the rev limit has been boosted by 500rpm. The Corolla Hatchback will be Japan's first car with the iMT (Intelligent Manual Transmission) which is a 6-speed with rev matching and launch assist. We suspect the powertrain will be offered in Europe too, but Japan is the only country with 4WD. Of course, there will also be a CVT.
Additional tech goodies will include ACA (Active Cornering Assist) which uses the brakes to improve your cornering line, AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension System) consisting of electronically controlled dampers.
The exterior features the unified Toyota "Keen Look" which might be a bit polarizing to some. But with angular headlights and a grille that looks like it could eat a dear, you'll never call it boring. The interior can be optioned with two-tone leather. The standard 4.3-inch screen in the middle of the dashboard can also be replaced by a 7-inch display for that digital look.
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