Few cars could have a better foundation for success than the Toyota Corolla, a nameplate that has appeared on more vehicles worldwide than any other.
Although the Toyota Corolla has been around for more than half a century, it has always kept pace with changes in motorists' needs and preferences. That's how it has come to achieve world-record sales of more than 50 million across 12 generations since 1966.
This ability to adapt with the times is just as evident with the announcement of the New Corolla. While the visible exterior and interior updates are an evolution of the 12th generation Toyota Corolla's design, more significant changes have been made to the powertrain and electronics.
With fresh styling, the introduction of fifth generation hybrid electric technology, a comprehensively upgraded digital user experience and an extended range of Toyota T-Mate safety and assistance features, the New Corolla is equipped to strengthen its role as a core volume model for Toyota in Europe. Its enduring appeal is reflected in the fact it has achieved its highest market share in Europe in its history and is Toyota's second best-selling model in the region.
There is "a Corolla for all" with hatchback, Touring Sports and sedan versions. These will be joined by an SUV - Corolla Cross in the second half of 2023. This breadth of choice ensures the top body style choices in different markets across Europe are catered for, each one benefiting from the same high levels of quality design and technology.
The Corolla also retains a competitive advantage in being the only model range in its segment to offer full hybrid electric power, technology that delivers the kind of fuel efficiency and zero emission driving capability that are fast-growing priorities for customers.
FRESH DESIGN
Each Toyota Corolla body type has its own look and appeal. The new range gains a more refined and contemporary appearance with changes to the front grille mesh pattern, fog light bezels and alloy wheel designs. Higher grades of the hatchback and the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports models gain new bi-LED headlights; on High grade these come with an Adaptive High-beam System (AHS).
The exterior colour choices include three new colours inspired by current trends in architecture, product design and fashion. Juniper Blue is the new key colour for the hatchback and Touring Sports, with a vibrant, flaring tone. When viewed close-up, it reveals red undertones which create a fresh effect with subtle changes in colour. For the Toyota Corolla Sedan there is new green Midnight Teal, an elegant finish that reveals a special shade effect when viewed from the right perspective. Metallic Grey, available for all body types, is a timeless shade with wide appeal, its appeal enhanced by dark silver flakes in the paint.
For the interior, the mood is more modern and premium with new graphics, trims and embossed patterns that add three-dimensional depth and tactile appeal to the upholsteries, surfaces and finishes. The trim and seat upholstery combinations follow new Dark and Light Harmony (depending on body type) themes with co-ordinated colours and finishes to give the cabin a contemporary, elegant feel.