Toyota Corolla FX Compact V (E80) 1.3 (75 Hp)


Overall Rating

7.8 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 4.5 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 3.0 / 5
Comfort 3.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion 2.6 / 5

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)

FX Compact V (E80) Overview:

Toyota Corolla (FX Compact V (E80)). With 103 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.4 l/100km). Weighing only 855 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.1 s). The top speed reaches 160 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 (75 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 3 stars

Performance Verdict

An adequate performer for city driving, with enough power for daily tasks. It struggles at higher speeds or with a full load, as indicated by its 14.1 sec acceleration.

Fuel Economy

Offers good fuel economy for a petrol engine of its size and era, making it a sensible choice for general use.

Best Use Case: Urban commuting, light family duties, and drivers prioritizing a balance of economy and basic usability.

reddit Community Verdict

This rating is based on comments found on Reddit, scanned using artificial intelligence, and may not accurately reflect reality.

Allowed: 12% Neutral: 59% Issues: 29%
rating
2.6 / 5

Based on AI analysis of 17 discussions

Read What Owners Say
👍 POSITIVE
It’s true. It’s like a rite of passage. I had a 98 rolla and drove that bitch to extinction. I did so much shit to it when I was younger, I abused it and it never let me down. I had doubts as to how far I’d feel like taking it but I drove that shit on hella road trips surprisingly. It was a good car, loyal. No issues ever. Just get the oil change and you good. I miss it, I’ll never forget when I w
😐 NEUTRAL
The corrolla is and always has been a car you buy because you don't really care. It's a car. It gets good gas mileage. It won't break down. It's safe. It's not aggressively ugly in any way. You can't point at anything that is "wrong" with it. It is a turkey and cheese sandwich on white bread and that's exactly what many people want.
👍 POSITIVE
I'll give it to Toyota that the Corolla looks much better this year. Much better.
👎 NEGATIVE
"Trust us, no one will look at your Corolla XSE and think "basic transportation." Everyone is always going to think Corollas are basic transportation.......
👎 NEGATIVE
ITT: Toyota's car literally never known for sportiness in the past 20 years is beaten by the car known for entry level sportiness for the past twenty+ years. Boy you can read these upvote trends just based on the fucking threads that come out like 2 days earlier. First it was the TOYOTA COROLLA IS THE WORST EUROPEAN SPORTS CAR thread, now it's this shit. Same thing happened with the transmissio
👎 NEGATIVE
Newsflash: the Civic has always been more of a performer than the Corolla, but oddly enough more than 50% of the population doesn’t care about performance.
👎 NEGATIVE
Corolla's are one of the least joyful cars to drive. Absolutely hate those things. Had one as a loaner once and it was a newer one, 2018.......no, never again.
😐 NEUTRAL
Title is 1 M km less than it should be.
😐 NEUTRAL
Can't even get the title correctly
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This isn’t interesting, it’s a Toyota, this is normal.


Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Exceptional Toyota reliability and durability
  • • Practical and spacious hatchback design for its class
  • • Fuel-efficient diesel engine options available
  • • Sporty and engaging 1.6 GT 16V variant
  • • Compact size makes it easy to maneuver and park

Cons:

  • • Basic safety features by modern standards
  • • Dated interior design and amenities
  • • Base engines (especially diesels) are very slow
  • • Ride comfort can be firm on rough roads
  • • Limited availability of parts for specific trims today

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV (E70): 1983 - 1983).

General:
Brand:Toyota
Model:Corolla
Generation:FX Compact V (E80)
Modification (Engine):1.3 (75 Hp)
Start of production:1985
End of production:1987
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:3
Engine:
Power:75 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:57.9 Hp/l [worst than previous generation]
Torque:103 Nm @ 4200 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:2E-LU More details about the engine 2E-LU
Engine displacement:1295
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:3
Fuel injection system:Carburettor
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:SOHC
Engine oil capacity:3.2 l
Coolant:4.9 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:73 mm mm
Piston Stroke:77.4 mm mm
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:7.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:5.1 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:14.1 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:14.1 sec
Maximum speed:160 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:11.4 kg/Hp, 87.7 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:8.3 kg/Nm, 120.5 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:13.4 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:855
Max. weight:1385
Max. roof load:50 kg
Max load:530
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:366 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:246 l
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%):1000 kg
Fuel tank capacity:50 l
Permitted trailer load without brakes:400 kg
Permitted towbar download:75 kg
Size:
Length:3970 mm mm
Height:1385 mm mm
Wheelbase:2430 mm mm
Front overhang:805 mm
Rear overhang:735 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):9.4 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Wheel rims size5J x 13
Front suspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspensionTransverse stabilizer, Trailing arm

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