2L non-turbo? I like it already! Call me a little crazy and old school but as a retired mechanic I can tell you that a Turbocharger SIGNIFICANTLY shortens engine life for the sake of performance! (or in some cases barely adequate performance)
Shepperd November new engines designed from the ground up to work with turbos (like VW’s ea888 engine) are really reliable. But yes, if you use an engine not originally designed to accept a turbo, it’ll cut engine life.
When Toyota produce a car that has the performance of an Audi, Mercedes or Ferrari (and does not cost as much), then people should not complain about the fake exhaust.
Good looking car , for youngsters , the more features on a car , the more maintenance , and issues. My second car was a 1988 Suzuki Samurai , I was smart enough not to get rid of her , 30 years later still warm , and cozy in my heated garage loaded with tons of upgrades , 0- 60 in 24 hrs flat , quarter mile still on the works 😬. I also own a 1986 Samurai , and a 1984 Ford Ranger all are safe , and sound in my garage away from the New England cold weather.
He cares more about being a stereotypical car "enthusiast" than providing useful reviews for the average consumers. Take a look at Tom Voelk's, Alex on Auto's or Family Wheels if you want the reviews that are relatively unbiased.
Every other review says the back seat is small and cramped even compared to other cars in the same class. I don't know why you pull the front seats up in the video and call it "unexpectedly spacious." Other videos show a 5 foot 8 passenger in the back with not much knee room to spare.
My main gripe is the loose steering because there is nothing that can be done to it to make it tighter of as yet without costly custom modifications. The exhaust ports on the other hand are an easy thing to change out with either changing just the tips or doing it right and installing a good performance after market cat-back exhaust system. Which I am sure this car will have plenty of after market support once it starts selling. But if the aftermarket were to come out with a kit to make the steering tighter in the near feature I might consider a Corolla hatch. I would rather see a hotter model with more power and tighter steering and suspension from the factory though. Something more comparable to a Honda Civic Si.
Speak for yourself in regards to the lack of Android Auto. Google can already collect enough information on most people when they access the Internet or use their smartphone.
I'm almost 51 and I'm seriously considering buying one. I'm leaning toward the Kia Niro for its much better gas mileage and lower emissions, but the Corolla SE Hatch is a very appealing Plan B at a lower price.
Stanced cars...so dumb ugh Im 28 and in my early 20s was an anti Stanced activist. lol The roasts Id shout when they bent and rubbed fenders or were stuck on a speed bump! Memories.. The San Diego car scene is diseased with that nonsense unfortunately
Terrible review. Such an immature reviewer. This is not a turbo engine. It’s a great car for the average consumer. He’s trying for it to be something it’s not meant to be. That isn’t its mission. I’ve tested the car and it drives so well. Phenomenally well, and it’s so much more comfortable for my Body type than the Civic.
Did anyone compare this to a Mazda3 for driving comparisons? This looks much better than the Mazda hatch in my opinion although I would probably buy the Mazda sedan instead if it were offered in a manual. I have owned since new a 2006 Mazda3 5sp 2.0L and still enjoy driving it. I am skeptical of all the new cars with smaller engines and turbo stuck on them and I think the naturally aspirated motors have a better linear power band and get better mpg overall. I know they show that a turbo motor gets better mpg on paper but I don't believe in the real world you can enjoy the turbo power without sacrificing fuel mileage to the NA motor. I average 30-33 mpg locally in my Mazda3 all the time and get to enjoy winding it out some.
When Toyota raises the bar, the other smaller players such as Honda and Mazda should step up the game accordingly. Of course, we welcome the competition!!
I don't know, the outside looks waaaay similar to the old Corolla iM while the interior is a mixed bag. Not really crazy about the way the upper door panel looks like it's a crumpled, old pillow with a very white pillow case draped on it.
I like the car so far, but, no, you can’t comfortably accommodate two six-footers in the back! The back is super small Also, the only Corolla worth owning? I think this dude must have a much different view of what a car should be than me. I’ve had over 25 vehicles in my life, four of them Toyotas (all Corollas.) I’ve had a 9th, 10th, 11th, and now 12th generation. Hands down best vehicles I’ve owned. My 2014 Corolla S had the smoothest and best-geared manual I’ve ever owned. 1-5 for acceleration, then when you’re up to speed, slip it into 6th and it BARELY slips fuel. With a tailwind, I’ve got in the low 50’s (MPG) maybe times. Awesome car. I wish the 2019 had the six-speed, but I got it for my wife, she prefers auto. The paddle shift on a CVT is pretty cheesy though, if I’m honest. These cars are so reliable, good on fuel, and run unbelievably smooth (the engine, I mean.) I do an oil change every 5000mi (8000kms) and, when I go to change the oil, it looks practically new. I’ve never had an engine run THAT clean. Such a pleasure to own and maintain
Deter your "judging eyes" from me, sir. I only do manuals (stick). And it breaks my heart that most auto manufacturers are doing away with it : ( Here's to hoping they still have one for me in stock this weekend
The transmission is not a CVT. It´s called an e-CVT but it has nothing in common with the CVT´s we know. It´s a planetary gear which is always fixed in place and the smaller e motor is choosing gears continuously but not like in previous generations with the cones and the belt. It´s 1000x better than any other automatic transmission.
I'm surprised I haven't seen any of these driving around. Although, I really liked it at first but I've already kind of gotten over it. I don't have one. Maybe a different color will help, but I really like that blue. Its just not sporty looking enough, needs some more tweaks
In the North America, 2 liter non turbo. In Japan, 1.2 liter turbo. It's different in the specification in the respective countries. Therefore it isn't possible to choose, but I worry which is best.
Ugh...I'm so sick and tired of these car reviews in Colorado, California...all West Coast side...Come drive this Toyota in Central Illinois and tell me suspension is great, no shakes/rattles, etc...I haven't driven a new car in this area worth a crap when taking into account poor State infrastructure. Put a car through its paces here...not there.
Launch gear????? Yes know what It is but launch????. Perhaps Cape Canaveral would be better if you want to launch. Corolla, a great looking car that goes well, cheap to run, extremely reliable and well made. Not really made to fit 4 adults but that suits me fine. If you want loads of room you buy a bigger vehicle. Simple
The car looks real good but Toyota in it’s conservative mindset has put the wrong motor in it, it needs the 8AR-FTS as an option and dump that CVT transmission. Then it will have the go to go along with it looks
Great video, what I don't understand is how you call this a 2019 model when it goes on sale in 2018? Is it normal for the American market to add a year?
It may be dreary to you, But they will sell a TON of these !!! Like my GF .... She just Loves it because of the "Color" !!! I know .... Ugh what can you do !! Lol : D
After being a happy and only owner for 15-years of a Mazda Protege 5, I'm ready for my 2nd hatchback. This car was on the #1 spot of cars I was considering buying. Went to the dealer and fell in love with the outside and the cabin...then...I opened the trunk. After that, I told my wife..."we're NOT buying this car". My 15-year-old car offers twice as much space in the trunk than this. The trunk in this car is literally useless! The Honda Fit has a whole lot more space in the trunk and even after folding the rear sits than this vehicle. This made me so sad, but...I won't own a car where I can only fit "two gallons of milk" (yes, I'm exaggerating, but you get my drift!). > Also, the lay out of the speeds in the manual transmission makes more sense in a Honda Civic than in a Toyota Corolla Hatchback.
I don't think I could stomach any color other than black, to better blend/hide that fish face front styling (which looks too much like an iA). Plus, not a fan of the dual chrome fake exhaust ports. Looks tacky - they should have stuck with the well-done single exhaust pipe styling of the Corolla iM.
Like the styling and color however the rear overhang seems a bit much. Have to navigate that massive bumper to put stuff in the rear hatch. I'll never get a CVT transmission car again! Their rubbery performance is the worst! Especially when attempting to shift from front to rear drive quickly when making y turns with cars barring down on you!
