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Toyota Corolla Compact VII (E100) 1.3 i 16V XLi (75 Hp) Automatic
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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)
Compact VII (E100) Overview:
Toyota Corolla (Compact VII (E100)). With 115 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1560 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.8 s). The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.3 i 16V XLi (75 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Similar power to the manual 1.3L, but the automatic transmission will likely make it feel slower and less responsive, especially during acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Slightly worse fuel economy than the manual version due to the automatic transmission's inherent inefficiencies of the era.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional reliability and durability
- • Excellent fuel economy (especially diesel and 1.3L petrol)
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Low maintenance costs
- • Comfortable ride for daily commuting
Cons:
- • Underpowered base engines
- • Dated interior design by modern standards
- • Limited safety features compared to newer cars
- • Can be noisy at highway speeds
- • Soft suspension not ideal for spirited driving
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Compact VII (E100): 1992 - 1997).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Corolla |
| Generation: | Compact VII (E100) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 i 16V XLi (75 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 1997 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3-5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 5400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 56.3 Hp/l [36mm less] |
| Torque: | 115 Nm @ 4300 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 4E-FE More details about the engine 4E-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 1332 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.2 l |
| Coolant: | 4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 74 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 77.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 20.8 kg/Hp, 48.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 13.6 kg/Nm, 73.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1560 |
| Max. weight: | 1975 |
| Max load: | 415 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 748 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 309 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4059 mm mm [36mm less] |
| Width: | 1685 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1380 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2465 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1460 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1450 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 3 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| 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 | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 165/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Spring Strut |
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