Toyota Corolla Hybrid

Like the exteriors of Corolla, the interiors are well furnished and equipped with high-end tech. But, if you own an Android device then you’ll surely miss the Android Auto connectivity feature. However, in the all-new Corolla, Toyota has introduced the Amazon Alexa voice assistant that can be used to play music, find directions and available parking lot. It comes integrated with Toyota’s remote control app that can be installed on your smartphone. You can use it to control smart home devices, start the vehicle, unlock the doors, check the health of the vehicle while sitting at home. Being offered in a single grade, it’s equipped with all the essential safety, entertainment, and comfort features. Like, you’ll get the 8-inch touch screen, premium fabric-trimmed seats, integrated backup camera, automatic climate control that comes with dust and pollen filter, one-touch up/down front and rear power windows, and six speakers.

The exterior design of the Corolla Hybrid LE translates the stylish and sporty character. And, when compared to the previous generation of Corolla, this year Toyota has thoroughly engineered the design of Corolla. Now, it appears with a wider, lower and sharper front fascia that improves the aerodynamics and appearance of this compact sedan. With high-grade LED headlights, well-composed sport meshed black front grille, and explicit rear design, Corolla Hybrid looks intact and attractive. The 15-inch alloy wheels are standard on LE grade.

Corolla Hybrid is a front-wheel-drive compact sedan car. With the refinements in the absorptions and front lower instance, it makes the drive more composed and controlled drive. The multi-link rear suspension comes with a rear stabilizer bar that further enhances the ride quality of the Corolla Hybrid. Moreover, it’s easy to turn this compact sedan with electric power steering. It allows you to turn the vehicle in short space with ease, also, the turning circle diameter of Corolla is 35.6 ft. Hybrid LE is outfitted with 15-inch alloy wheels and all-season tires that give you the best performance irrespective of the weather.

On the powertrain front, Corolla Hybrid LE is powered by a moderate 1.8-Liter 4-Cylinder with Variable Valve Timing. It can deliver a maximum power of 121 hp at 5200 rpm, and torque of 105 lb.-ft. at 3600 rpm. The engine is mated with an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission system, the ECVT works in synchrony with the vehicle, but it’s not well refined, and you’ll surely feel a lack of power while pushing for more acceleration. Though, Corolla offers three driving modes EV, ECO, and Hybrid Power. While in EV mode, Corolla depends solely on the electric motor. Or, you can select the ECO mode. And, to get the max out Corolla, you should opt for Hybrid Power driving mode that combines the power of 1.8 L engine and electric motor, and gets you the maximum power output. As a Hybrid vehicle, it promises to deliver an astounding fuel economy of 52 mpg.

Corolla might not be the best compact sedan in its class in terms of power. But, when it comes to the safety of passengers, Toyota has taken care of both build quality and essential safety features. The front wheels are fitted with 10.8 inch power-assisted ventilated disc brakes, and the rear wheels are fitted with solid 10.2-inch disc brakes with electronically controlled braking that makes stoping Corolla on the jagged road conditions an easier task. Moreover, the front and rear energy-absorbing crumple zones, side-impact door beams, and head impact protection structure ensure the safety of passengers in case of a mishap. Apart from the physical safety guards, it comes equipped with smart Toyota Safety Sense. This safety suite includes a pre-collision system, low light pedestrian detection, road edge detection with the sway warning system, automatic high beams, and full-speed range dynamic radar cruise control.

Corolla is Toyota’s all-new innovation towards building fuel-efficient luxury compact-sedan cars that people can afford. It comes with a starting MSRP of $23,100 and offers a complete range of safety features, interior luxury, and extraordinary exterior design. Having all the high-end specs at this price makes it one of the most practical Hybrid vehicles in its class. You can select to drive it in three available modes EV, ECO, and Power driving mode. This year’s Corolla delivers the most remarkable fuel mileage of 52–53 mpg. However, with the lack of Android Auto support, it might get difficult for you to pair your Android smartphone. Also, the exterior design is somehow fair from the front fascia but when you get to the rear design then it’s undoubtedly not as per what its rivals offer.