Toyota Corolla Hatch VIII (E110) 2.0 D (72 Hp)


Overall Rating

6.2 / 10
Safety 3.0 / 5
Engine N/A / 5
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Value N/A / 5
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Performance N/A / 5
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Comfort N/A / 5
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People\'s Opinion 3.5 / 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)

Hatch VIII (E110) Overview:

Toyota Corolla (Hatch VIII (E110)). With 131 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.4 l/100km). Weighing only 1165 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.4 s). The top speed reaches 165 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.

2.0 D (72 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 6 stars

Performance Verdict

Performance is sluggish with slow acceleration, but the diesel engine provides good low-end torque for practical driving and load-carrying.

Fuel Economy

Exceptional fuel economy, particularly on longer journeys, making it the most economical choice for high-mileage drivers.

Best Use Case: Long-distance Commuting / Economy-focused

reddit Community Verdict

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

Allowed: 44% Neutral: 36% Issues: 20%
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3.5 / 5

Based on AI analysis of 25 discussions

Read What Owners Say
👍 POSITIVE
2014 Corolla here, closing in on 120,000miles and the only repair I’ve had to make was during covid when mice ate some wires because my car sat in the driveway too long. If I’m being honest I’m painfully bored of the car at this point and on the verge of buying something much less practical but the corolla has been such a champ for me for 7+ years now.
👍 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
👍 POSITIVE
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.
😐 NEUTRAL
Ah the coke vs pepsi of automobiles
👎 NEGATIVE
Toyota is really resting on its laurels at this point.
👍 POSITIVE
I just read the article to see where the civic really gets the winning advantage over the corolla and there is no punch line lol Stupid article I rather the Corolla and not worry about the turbo problems 200,000 down the road Then again I would never buy a car and own for that long
👍 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
😐 NEUTRAL
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.


Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Exceptional reliability and durability
  • • Excellent fuel economy, especially with diesel engines
  • • Practical and spacious hatchback design
  • • Low running and maintenance costs
  • • Easy to drive and park

Cons:

  • • Uninspired styling and basic interior
  • • Limited performance on base petrol and diesel models
  • • Outdated safety technology compared to newer vehicles
  • • Lack of driving excitement or refinement
  • • Road noise can be noticeable at higher speeds

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Hatch VII (E100): 1995 - 1997).

General:
Brand:Toyota
Model:Corolla
Generation:Hatch VIII (E110)
Modification (Engine):2.0 D (72 Hp)
Start of production:1997
End of production:1999
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:72 Hp @ 4600 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:36.5 Hp/l [25mm less]
Torque:131 Nm @ 2600 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:2C More details about the engine 2C
Engine displacement:1975
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Precombustion chamber injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:OHC
Engine oil capacity:5.1 l
Coolant:7.3 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:86 mm mm
Piston Stroke:85 mm mm
Compression ratio:23:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Diesel
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:8.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:5.3 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:14.4 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:14.4 sec
Maximum speed:165 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:16.2 kg/Hp, 61.8 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:8.9 kg/Nm, 112.4 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:13.7 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1165
Max. weight:1650
Max load:485
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:372 l
Fuel tank capacity:50 l
Size:
Length:4270 mm mm [25mm less]
Width:1690 mm mm [5mm more]
Height:1385 mm mm [10mm more]
Wheelbase:2465 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1460 mm
Rear (Back) track:1450 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDrum [bad for performance and cooling.]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size165/70 R14
Front suspensionSpring Strut
Rear suspensionSpring Strut

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