The 8th generation Toyota Corolla E110 has been produced in Japan since 1995. Two years later, the car appeared on the roads of European countries. The model to such an extent fell in love, received the title "Car of the Year". Toyota Corolla 110 was sold on the Russian market from 1997 to 2001.

Corolla 110 pre-styling: wagon sedan and two types of hatchbacks

Toyota Corolla in 110 body in 1999 survived restyling. The appearance has been updated. Manufacturers removed two round headlights and installed four round ones in a single block. The range of engines available for the restyled Corolla has also expanded significantly. Toyota Corolla E110 was equipped with a large number of gasoline and diesel power units. In 2002, the release of the 8th generation Corolla ceased.

Before restyling, Toyota Corolla e110 was officially sold in Russia in the sedan form factor and only with 1.3 petrol engines.

There were several engines for European buyers. In Europe, Toyota Corolla and before the 1999 update was presented in 4 formats, a station wagon sedan and two types of hatchbacks.

After the 1999 update, Toyota Corolla in Russia could be bought as a sedan, hatchback, station wagon and three-door hatch. In the European market, the eighth generation Corolla was produced in several versions before the update:

• 3 and 5 door hatchback;
• charged version of the hatchback - Corolla G8;
• sedan;
• wagon.

Sedan after update

Despite a certain similarity, Toyota tried to make an exclusive car for each country. Corolla 110 is distinguished by its variety in appearance, technical parameters and trim levels.

Exterior and body types

The Corolla 110 family did not differ much from the E100 model. The exterior of VIII has changed after restyling carried out in 1999. Not only the appearance of the car has changed, but body options have also appeared. If at the start of sales in Russia, the Toyota Corolla 110 was offered to customers only as a sedan, then after the update the line expanded. The improved 1999 Corolla appeared in 4 form factors: sedan, station wagon, five-door hatchback and three-door hatch.

Corolla 110 pre-styling

Despite the similarity with the 7th generation, the Corolla 110 received a smoother bumper, to which an enlarged radiator grille was attached. The front optics have also changed. The car began to be produced with oval convex headlights with round colored sidelights. The turn signals of the updated Corolla 1999 were located separately from the main headlights - in the wings. Moldings, door linings and the bumper itself are painted in body color.

The designers of the Toyota concern completely redesigned the bumper of the restyled Corolla E110. Disappeared characteristic holes and added fog lights. In general, the updated 8th generation Corolla has changed slightly, but the pointed shapes have disappeared, a sloping roof and a slightly “inflated” body have appeared. Significant changes awaited the car in the future.

Hatchback updated E110

Salon, interior equipment

The interior of the Corolla E110 has also undergone changes. The salon has acquired smoothed and rounded shapes, trimmed with light plastic. In the pre-styling Corolla of 1998, only fabric trim was available, namely high-quality velor. They also trimmed the doors and armrest for the driver and front passenger.

Interior of the three-door hatchback Corolla 110

Toyota Corolla in 110 body was quite comfortable and ergonomic inside. The seats are adjustable and provide good back support. Although the driver's seat was only height adjustable. The rear seats were called the "mother-in-law's place", passengers could hardly put their legs under the front seats. The second row could be folded in a 60/40 ratio for the transport of oversized cargo.

Car owners also noted the convenience of the steering wheel. It was corrected only vertically, it was impossible to push it towards itself or push it back. There are also electric levers to control the mirrors.

Salon hatchback Corolla 110. Red-black interior is better. And which one do you like better?

In the 8th generation Corolla, central locking and power front windows were available as an option. It was impossible to buy a key with a remote control, even for a surcharge. There was no heated front seats.

Safety

Airbags were not installed in the basic configuration of the Toyota Corolla E110 sedan. But the top equipment was equipped with pillows for the driver and front passenger. Side curtains were available as an option. In all trim levels of the Corolla 8 worship, there was a mount for child seats, which makes traveling with children even safer. Thanks to this feature, the child carrier was kept stable on the seat.

Station wagon updated E110

In any case, the car showed good safety equipment. The salon is equipped with three-point belts with a pretensioner. Having passed crash tests in 1998, the 8th generation Toyota Corolla did not get enough points to four stars and ended up in the group of cars with 3 stars.

The 1998 Corolla E110 was also equipped with an additional brake light. It was attached to the rear window of the car and attracted other road users with its bright glow, increasing the safety of the driver and passengers of the Corolla.

ABS was available in the most expensive 8th generation Corolla and only for a surcharge. Front fog lights were also installed for extra money in any configuration of the Corolla E110. The base version did not have these options.

Specifications

Toyota Corolla E110 was developed on the basis of the previous E100 model. Therefore, most of its units were the same engines and gearboxes, but modified and improved. There were no significant technical changes.

Three-door hatchback Corolla 110 after the update

The eighth generation Corolla was mass-produced from 1995 to 2002. Before the update, the 1997 Toyota Corolla was sold on the Russian market only in the sedan form factor. In other countries, this model was implemented in several variations.

In 1999, the 8th generation Corolla underwent a restyling. The car could be bought in sedan, station wagon, five- and three-door hatchback.

Engines and gearboxes

The car was equipped with various engines. But on the stratum of its sales, the Toyota E110 was available only with two gasoline power units of equal volume of 1.3 liters.

Engine 5A-FE

In the available basic equipment of the 8th generation Corolla with five-speed mechanics, a 1.3-liter 2E unit with 75 horsepower was installed. And the more expensive options were equipped with a 1.3 liter 4E-FE 86 horsepower engine and were aggregated with a 5MKPP or an automatic transmission in 4 steps.

After restyling, Toyota Corolla in the 110th body had several types of transmission: a 5- and 6-speed manual transmission, as well as a 4-speed automatic transmission. In the updated Toyota Corolla E110, the choice of engines has also become wider. In addition to the above-mentioned engines, 1.4-liter 4ZZ-FE petrol engines with 95 horsepower and 1.6-liter 4A-FE with 110 horsepower became available.

Corolla 110 under the hood 4A-GE

The 1.4-liter Corolla 8th generation power unit was paired with a five-speed mechanics. And for the 1.6-liter engine, a 5-speed manual transmission and an automatic transmission for 4 ranges were available.

For different countries, cars were produced with different power units and gearboxes. For the European buyer, Toyota offered more engines. In Europe, Corolla was not sold in 1.3 liters of brand 2E for 75 liters. With. But 1.6 liter 3ZZ-FE 110 hp gasoline engines were available. With. and 1.8 7A-FE 110 horsepower (installed on an all-wheel drive station wagon). Also diesel engines:

• 2.0 l 2C-E for 72 liters. With;
• 1.9 l 1WZ for 69 l. With.;
• 2.0 1CD-FTV for 90 liters. With.;

Most of the Corolla 110 trims were front-wheel drive, but all-wheel drive (4WD) cars were also sold.

Fuel consumption

The fuel consumption of a 1997 Toyota Corolla E110 sedan with a 1.3-liter engine and a manual transmission in the city is 8.8 liters, and outside the city, on the highway - 5.8 liters, in mixed mode 6.9 liters. The maximum speed is 175 km / h, the acceleration time to 100 km is 12.5 s.

The 8th generation Toyota Corolla engine of 1.6 liters of the 4A-FE brand with mechanics consumes 10.3 liters per 100 km, and 6.4 liters on the highway. The same 1.6-liter engine with automatic transmission consumes a little more gasoline in the city - 12 liters, on the highway - 6.8 liters, and in mixed mode it produces 8.7 liters. To the first hundred, this car accelerates in 10.2 seconds. The maximum speed that the Corolla develops is 195 km / h.

Engines of 1.3 l 2E, 1.3 l 4E-FE, 1.6 l 4A-FE consume AI-92 gasoline, but it is better to fill a 1.4 liter 4ZZ-FE engine with 95 gasoline.

A 1.4-liter 4ZZ-FE Toyota Corolla engine paired with a manual transmission in the city consumes 8.7 liters in the city, 5 liters outside the city and 6.9 liters in the combined cycle.

A 2.0-liter diesel power unit consumes 8.4-5.3 liters of fuel and reaches a speed of 165 km / h. Up to a hundred, this model accelerated in 14.4 s.

Chassis

Suspension Corolla 110 1997 before restyling - MacPherson type independent suspension strut both front and rear. The car shows moderate stability and reliable handling on the roads.

The brakes of the Corolla 8 of worship were installed in front of disc mechanisms, and in the back - of a drum type. The braking system was quite safe. After restyling in 1999, the front disc brakes of the Corolla in the 110th body were improved, and they became ventilated.

On the 8th generation Corolla, wheels of size 175/65 R14 were installed. This is the base option. On some configurations, it was possible to supply a larger size (R15-17).

Dimensions volumes and weight

Toyota Corolla in the 110th body is a fairly compact car. Its dimensions vary depending on body types:

• length - 427-432 cm;
• height - 138.5-144 cm;
• the width for all trim levels is the same - 169 cm;
• wheelbase - 246.1 cm;
• ground clearance - 14-15 cm.

The 8th generation Corolla E-110 before restyling had the following dimensions: length 429.5 cm, width for body types - 169 cm, and height - 138.5 cm. The wheelbase is 246.5 cm. Ground clearance or clearance in all body types Corolla is 15.5 cm.

The curb weight of the car, depending on the type of body (sedan, station wagon or hatchback) and configuration (type of engine and transmission) of the engine, varies from 1000 to 1200 kg. The volume of the fuel tank is 50 liters, and the trunk volume of the Toyota Corolla sedan in the 110th body is 390 liters. The volume of the luggage compartment of the 5-door hatchback is smaller - 372 liters. The dimensions of the five-door hatchback are almost the same as those of the sedan: 427 cm long, 169 cm wide and 138.5 cm high.

After updating the Corolla VIII, the dimensions and volumes remained practically unchanged. The length remained the same, other parameters slightly increased. The dimensions of the E110 station wagon were: length - 432 cm, width 169 cm, and height - 144.5 cm. The volume of the fuel tank of the Toyota Corolla station wagon is no different from that of the sedan and is 50 liters. The trunk volume of the 8th generation Corolla wagon is 394 liters and 713 liters maximum with the back row folded down.

Restyling 1999

Restyled 8th generation Corollas went on sale on the market in 1999. And after the update, the choice of E110 calls for buyers has expanded significantly. If before the restyling of Toyota Corolla there was only one option - a sedan, then after it universal, three- and five-door hatchbacks became available.

Hatchback updated E110

The engine range of the car has also expanded significantly. Before the update, two engines of the same volume of 1.3 liters were available. After improvements in 1999, Corolla VIII offered customers, in addition to existing engines, 1.4 and 1.6 liter engines.

The image of the Corolla has also undergone a change, but comfort has been preserved. The size and appearance remained the same, a new stereo system appeared in the cabin.

Flaws

The 8th generation Toyota Corolla does not have a beautiful design or interior. There are no bright and memorable solutions. Although it is a reliable and strong car for all its simplicity.

If we compare the Corolla in the 110th body with the domestic auto industry of those years, then it will not be better in all respects. But the car is imperfect, so there are disadvantages.

A small ground clearance - 155 millimeters of ground clearance - is not enough for a sedan operated on our roads, so this is a significant drawback. Relatively soft suspension when fully loaded is also a minus. Loaded under the application of Toyota Corolla VIII generation falls too low to the ground.

A negative feature of Corolla car owners is the corrosion of the body, which makes it impossible to drive for a long period of time, as in Europe.

corolla 110 dorkstyling

The lack of space for rear passengers is another minus of the 8th generation Corolla. Passengers in the second row are uncomfortable to sit, do not put their legs under the front seats.

In addition, the silent blocks of the front levers are often torn. On average, they “walk” along with the rear link bushings for about 150 thousand km. Racks of anti-roll bars hold up to one hundred thousand kilometers.

Toyota Corolla has much more advantages and pluses than minuses. It is more reliable, more durable, more comfortable and better assembled and richer equipped than competitors. There is a possibility of repair in all auto repair shops. Used cars of this model are in demand in the secondary market.

The new C-Class models from Toyota and Skoda clearly illustrate the difference between Eastern and Western approaches to mass-produced vehicle design. Which method is better for Russia?

The paradox is that many consumers want to drive fast European cars, but, in my opinion, amorphous, obsolete, but reliable “Japanese” are still better suited for our roads. On this basis, fierce battles between Westerners and Japanophiles have been going on in the virtual environment for many years, and there are no chances for a truce here.

The highlight of success. Toyota Corolla

Toyota Corolla, produced since 1966, has sold over 20 million copies worldwide. Sounds like a consumer's dream. The current - already the tenth - generation of the model is represented only by a sedan. The hatchback now has its own name - Auris.

Toyota Corolla, produced since 1966, has sold over 20 million copies worldwide. Sounds like a consumer's dream...

The current - already the tenth - generation of the model is represented only by a sedan. The hatchback now has its own name - Auris.

Today, when buying a car, seven out of ten customers choose different shades of gray. So the test car turned out to be like this - silver metallic. This color suits her. I am sure that the lion's share of the Corollas sold will turn out to be precisely "metal gray". See what color Camry is passing by? Solid silver metallic or black. And the Land Cruiser? What about the Yaris? And all, in my opinion, because when describing the features of most Toyota models, it is difficult to do without the word “average”. It's about design, handling, driving experience. Perhaps, only in terms of quality and reliability, Toyota is far from being average, and the minimum number of requests from owners to service stations is proof of this. I am convinced that the new Corolla will be as flawlessly reliable as the previous ones.

Corolla is a Camry in miniature. The fruits of Toyota's design work have never been particularly fancy. But the latest Camry turned out to be pretty, and the company reasonably decided not to look for the best of the good. They acted like in the movie - "darling, I reduced the children." Body proportions are very close. True, Corolla does not look so dynamic, because it is shorter in itself, but the resemblance to the older sister is visible everywhere. Look, for example, at the headlights, grille, window sill line. In general, the operation of one design theme in different models is the norm for the modern automotive industry.

Corolla has grown in size (by 360 mm in length and 50 in width), it looks more solid - the language no longer dares to call it a golf class and, in general, is much nicer than previous versions. But again, it's mediocrity. Everything is smooth, clean, correct, it will even seem beautiful to someone, but there is no “sex” (in the meaning of “sex” - “zest”). The gaze does not cling to anything, but, on the other hand, nothing upsets it. Probably, this should be the appearance of a best-selling car.

Inside, the same story. Pretty simple, no pretentious interior in gray tones made of “medium” plastic, with “aluminum look” inserts in the center, but assembled very soundly. Of course, it does not reach the "Europe", but it will completely satisfy the average buyer. Classic "Toyota" interior. All controls are conveniently located, you don’t need to get used to anything, but the efforts on them are not entirely natural. True, the beautiful volume knob of the radio is spinning with amazing nobility.

It is not immediately possible to take a comfortable position behind a three-spoke steering wheel with computer and audio control buttons. There are enough adjustments, but the seat cushion will surely seem short to a tall driver (it will be comfortable to sit behind him). The front seats themselves did not like - bulging back, frail lateral support. Meanwhile, the Corolla is able to drive quite decently. The new 1.6-liter Dual VVT-I engine paired with a 5-speed advanced MultiMode robot provides the car with acceleration at the level of the best classmates. The adaptive gearbox works noticeably better than, for example, on the Yaris, but still shifts up quite slowly, forcing the rider to nod his head in time with the shifts. However, by understanding the logic of the mechanism, you can achieve smooth movement. The situation is better in sports or manual (through convenient steering column “petals”) mode. With a kickdown, the box quickly drops down a few steps, with a re-gas, but pauses when shifting to higher gears are still noticeable.

Ride is very good for a car of this class. The suspension readily works out road bumps, almost without disturbing passengers. Even speed bumps are not a problem for her. But in corners, you have to pay for this with tangible (but not critical) rolls. There is feedback on the steering wheel, but you can’t call it transparent. The force is the same synthetic as on other controls. But on the straight line, Toyota stands confidently, it is comfortable and quiet even at a speed of 160-170 km / h. But I don’t want to drive a Corolla, the element of this car is calm movement.

The feeling of calmness and reliability during a measured ride - most likely, this is why Corolla is so loved. The light sensor will turn on the headlights when it gets dark, the rain sensor will turn on the “wipers” if it rains, the climate control will helpfully maintain the desired temperature, the “music” will increase the volume level with increasing speed, the “robot” will tuck in the right gear ... Maybe this is , according to Toyota, the same dream from the corporate slogan? Then $20,000 for a car is not that much...

challenger. Toyota Corolla T Sport

Toyota Corolla in the T Sport version is positioned by the manufacturer as an opponent of the Honda Civic Type R, Volkswagen Golf GTi, Seat Ibiza Cupra. These are small, factory-tuned economy cars, all part of the small club of hot hatchbacks.

Toyota Corolla in the T Sport version is positioned by the manufacturer as an opponent of the Honda Civic Type R, Volkswagen Golf GTi, Seat Ibiza Cupra. These are small, factory-tuned economy cars, all part of the small club of hot hatchbacks. Does the Corolla T Sport have a chance to take a worthy place among them? A small preface. Toyota vehicles have long been renowned for their quality and reliability. But until recently, they were distinguished by a rather boring appearance. That, however, did not prevent them from selling very well. Take the Corolla model. Nearly a million cars are sold every year, of which about 40% in the USA, 27% in Japan ... and only 16% in Europe

Why are Europeans capricious? Yes, because quality and reliability are not enough for them - give design. The Japanese have finally gotten around to it. We invested a lot of money in the creation of European style centers, hired local designers. And things went on - Yaris, RAV 4, new Camry and Land Cruiser, Celica ... Now here is the Corolla ...

Toyota's previous attempt to conquer Europe with the "big-eyed" eighth generation Corolla, I must say, failed. Headlights a la Mercedes did not save the situation, the car remained a simple city workhorse: absolutely reliable, unpretentious - and frankly boring. And they bought it badly. The ninth generation of the model, which debuted at the end of 2001, brings noticeable changes. No, nothing particularly striking in the design has appeared, but the appearance of the car has become more European.

The car is produced with a full set of bodies - two hatchbacks (Great Britain), a sedan (Turkey), a mini-van and a station wagon (Japan). For our test, we took a five-door hatchback in the T Sport version, which claims a place in the hot hatchback class. After the Celica and Yaris, this is the company's third model with the corresponding nameplate on the grille.

It was Boris Shulmeister, a racer, master of sports, who had to evaluate the applicant's merits. Why does it need to be emphasized? Yes, because he has his own approach to the car, purely sporty. And this car for Schulmeister is not just a version of Corolla, but a car with sporting ambitions. It was called T Sport - if you please, correspond. So let's go...

"European appearance" Corolla - does not mean characteristic. You can't recognize a car without a branded emblem. It has features of both the Skoda Fabia and the Peugeot 307, and if you look from the side or rear, you can easily mistake the new Corolla for the grown five-door Audi A3. Unless in the face the car does not look like any other, but this dissimilarity does not at all give it individuality - the Corolla does not stand out at all in the stream.

Oddly enough, outwardly the "sports" version is almost the same as the standard one - no spoilers, aerodynamic body kits or rear wings. Only the fine-mesh radiator grille, the aforementioned T Sport nameplate on it, and the red color of the Toyota lettering on the tailgate give it away.

Inside, the car looks just as spineless as it does outside - even the leather interior, the pseudo-aluminum trim of the center console, the gearshift lever with a polished “chrome-like” insert and instrument dials with red illumination do not save things. There is no feeling of closeness to something more or less sporty - a completely standard car.

To accommodate passengers more comfortably and according to the latest fashion, the new Corolla has a heavily raised roof. Landing is much more vertical than on its predecessor, but the space is not particularly increased. If a tall person sits in the front seat, and the same one takes a place behind him, both will not be very comfortable. The front seats are raised very high, and this exacerbates the feeling of "high chair" landing. When the RAV 4 stopped at the traffic light next to me, I was surprised to find that my head was level with the head of the Rafik driver. Maybe it is convenient for a woman of short stature to view the road from such a height, but this does not fit in with my ideas about landing in a “fast” car. And that non-retractable armrest between the front seats...

The ergonomics of the workplace, however, is quite decent, the quality of the finishing materials is also on the level. On the driver's door under the left hand is the control unit for power windows and central locking. The steering wheel of a classic diameter and a thickness that is quite pleasant for the hands is equipped with audio control keys. A pair of steering column switches are responsible for controlling the lights and wipers. The mirror control joystick is located on the dashboard, to the left of the steering wheel. And finally, the main pride of the Corolla is the instrument panel, equipped with the Optitron system borrowed from Lexus. When the ignition is turned on, the instrument arrows first “light up”, and then simultaneously the scales of the tachometer, speedometer, fuel gauge and hand brake indicator. According to manufacturers, the red backlight provides a clearer perception and makes it easier to read important technical parameters. On the heater console there is a control panel for the audio system and the air conditioning system. The gearshift lever with large, in my opinion, moves is in its proper place.

The car is equipped with a 1.8-liter engine with a capacity of 192 hp. and a moment of 180 Nm. The same is installed on the sports Celica. Maximum power is reached at 7800 rpm, maximum torque at 6800 rpm. Acceleration to hundreds takes 8.4 seconds, top speed - 225 km / h. Fuel, however, is consumed very economically - 8.3 liters per 100 km with a mixed driving cycle. Here, it seems to me, is the reason for the dynamic performance of the Corolla T Sport. The car must be made either fast, or economical and environmentally friendly - at the same time it does not work.

There are six steps in the Corolla gearbox, but all gear ratios are so high that there is no need to talk about decent dynamics. When accelerating with the accelerator pedal to the floor, sequential gear changes cause the engine to exit VVTL-i mode. This is a system similar to Honda's i-VTEC: it allows you to change the valve timing - lift height and valve opening time, squeezing the maximum possible out of the engine. But the two-liter Civic Type R engine is confidently lucky already from a thousand revolutions, with pickup after three thousand and delightful acceleration from six to eight. The engine of the Corolla T Sport is a completely different matter. Some kind of "two-stage". In behavior, this naturally aspirated engine is very similar to a turbocharged engine. Up to 6000 rpm, the car accelerates sluggishly, then there is a sharp pickup, lasting up to 8000 rpm, and when switching to the highest gear, the engine falls out of the “turbo zone”, and you have to wait for some time when the tachometer needle crawls into it ...

Manageability, I'm sorry, I did not like it. It seems that the Japanese focused on tuning the engine, but there was not enough time or money for the suspension. The manufacturer claims that the T Sport suspension has been modified, but the car behaves completely unsportsmanlike. In corners, the tall car rolls threateningly, and at speeds above 120 km / h it became frankly scary (I would recommend a speed limit of 80 km / h to an unprepared driver). At high speed, hitting bumps, the car starts to make lateral jumps - so strong that you want to immediately stop and transfer to the subway. The only hope for a happy ending to the trip is the unmistakable operation of the TRC traction control system and the VSC exchange rate stability system.

The braking system inspires respect. The Corolla T Sport is equipped with brake discs of such a diameter that 15-inch wheels simply will not fit. The anti-lock braking system, together with the EBD electronic brake force distribution on the wheels and the BA emergency brake booster, do an excellent job. No unnecessary actuations and vibrations on the pedals - only confident controlled deceleration. What's great is great...

It seems to me that Toyota hastened with the release of the Corolla T Sport. The opportunity to compete in the sector of inexpensive, fast and compact cars could well be given to the Celica models for the time being (how, after all, is the “three-door coupe”, as the company calls the car, fundamentally different from the three-door hatchback?), and in the meantime bring the Corolla T Sport to mind. Now this is not a cheap (at a price of $ 27,000) family hatchback, and not a charged street fighter - not two, not one and a half. In any case, it is definitely not able to compete with the Honda Civic Type R.

The release of the Toyota 110 corolla body began in May 1995. The design of the car has changed in almost everything, but many similarities with the previous model with the E100 index have been preserved. In 1998, some Corolla cars that were not sold in the Japanese market receive a new 1ZZ-FE engine. This engine was the first Toyota car engine to feature an aluminum cylinder block and cylinder heads, making the eighth generation much lighter than the E100 ancestor.

Toyota manufacturers decided to present a model with a unique design for each market. For example, in North America, where the start of sales was scheduled for mid-1997, the car receives a rear and front part different from the Australian and European versions. And in Pakistan, the model was produced until March 2003.

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The eighth generation of the Toyota Corolla 110 corolla body was produced in Japan itself until mid-2000, back in 1997, the Corolla became the best-selling car in the world. Despite the fact that in spirit (not taking into account its appearance), the "hundredth" model did not offer customers any new technical solutions. If you use figurative comparisons, it turns out that she actually “rested on her laurels”, which she deserved in previous generations, whose roots go back to the 80s.

In fact, the Toyota Corolla 110 was developed on the platform of the previous model, and most of its units were the same gearboxes and engines, albeit slightly modernized, but still used in the E90 series cars. In terms of the technical level of equipment, too, no special progress has been made.

The reason for all this is the protracted recession, Toyota was forced to cut costs to the maximum and had to use already developed technical solutions. However, there was also a plus in this - most conservative buyers already knew that they were offered a time-tested, reliable and very practical car.

As a legacy from its predecessor, the 110 corolla receives the power frame of the entire body, on which new designer panels are simply hung. The concern decides to give its most popular model a very non-trivial look, decorating the front part with oval convex “big-eyed” headlights with round colored (instead of white, contrary to the fashion of the time) sidelights and a new trapezoidal mesh grille lining, which immediately highlighted 110 body toyota 110 corolla from a number of "classmates".

Toyota Corolla GT 15

The redesigned front bumper-spoiler and new taillights equipped with oval colorless “turn signals” look very interesting. Thanks to the new design of the side windows with a belt line rising slightly towards the tail section and the design of the rims, the sedan also becomes visible from the side.

The suspension of all wheels was left the same independent and only slightly modified. The model 110 body of the Toyota 110 Corolla was so liked by the European public that it almost immediately earned a new honorary title, in Europe the Corolla becomes the "Car of the Year".

What applies to Euro-Corolla type cars, which were produced specifically for the needs of the European market. Toyota Corolla, designed for the North American market, (unified with the Chevrolet Prizm brand) gets its own body design, more original than in the "European" version.

Therefore, it is not at all surprising that the toyota corolla 110 body is becoming a bestseller all over the world. As an option, many of the trim levels are actually completely identical to those offered in the “hundredth” Corolla model.

The interior of the model has also changed in the direction of the presence of smooth, round, oval shapes. In relation to this, the concern strictly adhered to the main principle - the unity of content and form: that is, if the headlights used oval, then the ventilation control knobs are made round, and not skids, as in previous generations. Although there is a comfortable driver's seat with three adjustments for the seat, the seat has good lateral support, but the algorithm for adjusting its cushion is not very convenient.

In addition, the familiar, adjustable steering column (in height), large and informative instrument scales, a rounded instrument panel, pleasant to look at, excellent clarity when shifting gears are the traditional features of the toyota corolla corolla 110 body, which are carefully transferred from one generation to another. Colored cloth inserts are made in the doors, which create additional comfort, however, interior trim with light beige plastic and door sills simply cannot be considered practical.

Entering the domestic market in 1995 and the world market in 1997 coincided with the beginning of a severe crisis for the Japanese automaker, as a result of which this modification received only a new design, which is well reflected in the photo, as well as the size and designation of the E110 body. The technical characteristics and all the power units that the first modification of the Corolla 110 possessed were inherited from the previous generation, Toyota engineers only slightly upgraded them.

Technical data of the first modification of the eighth generation

The recession that the Japanese automaker fell into did not allow the company to carry out a complete update of the technical equipment of the VIII generation Toyota Corolla, limiting itself to a slight modernization of proven and well-proven power units from the previous car model.

The line of power units, which was equipped with the first modifications of the Toyota Corolla E110, consisted of three gasoline engines and one diesel engine, the manufacturer slightly changed their settings for more economical fuel consumption, after which they received the following indicators:

• 1.3-liter inline four 4E - FE with 4 valves for each of the cylinders, the power of which was equal to 88 or 65 kW in horses, issued at 5600 crankshaft revolutions with a torque of 116 Nm at 4600 engine speeds;
• 1.5-liter in-line engine 5A - FE with 4 valves per cylinder, whose power in horses was exactly 100 or 74 kW, issued at 5600 crankshaft revolutions with a torque of 137 Nm at 4400 engine speeds;
• 1.6-liter four in a row 4A - FE with 4 valves for each of the cylinders, the power of which in horses was equal to 115 or 85 kW, issued at 6000 engine speeds and a torque of 147 Nm at engine speeds of 4800;
• a 2-liter diesel engine of the 2C-III series, whose power was 73 horses or 54 kW at 4700 crankshaft revolutions, with a maximum torque of 129 Nm obtained at 2800 revolutions.

The working pair of each of the engines was either a manual box with five steps, or two versions of an automatic one, which has a three- and four-speed mode of operation. The suspension in the Toyota Corolla VIII generation in the 110th body was made according to the standard MacPherson strut system in front and longitudinal and transverse levers in the rear, where the transverse stabilizer was responsible for directional stability.

In the standard optional equipment, this car had front axle drive, and all-wheel drive modifications were available in trim levels with 1.6-liter gasoline and diesel engines with automatic transmission. The configuration options themselves in the VIII generation Toyota Corolla received a letter designation: DX, LX, SE and XE, which differ in the number of additional options inside the car.

Exterior and weight and size dimensions of the E110 body

Launching the VIII generation Toyota Corolla on the market, the manufacturer took into account the specific features and different preferences of motorists in the American, Asian and European markets, resulting in a different design of the front and rear of this car.

The body of the Toyota Corolla type VIII E110 was placed on the platform of the previous car and was produced in sedan, hatchback with 3 or 5 doors and station wagon. The manufacturer completely changed the design of the details of the appearance of the model 110 body, which was noticeably different from previous modifications of the E100 car, as a result of which the car received the following weight and size indicators:

• 4295 mm was the length of the Toyota Corolla type VIII E110 sedan, 4270 mm was the 5-door hatchback, 4100 mm was the 3-door hatchback and 4320 was the length of the station wagon;
• 1690 mm reached the width of the Corolla 110, sedan, 3 and 5-door hatchback and station wagon;
• 1385 mm was the height of the Toyota Corolla type VIII E110 in all body versions, except for the station wagon, which has a height of 1445 mm;
• 2465 mm was the size of the wheelbase in all body versions;
• 150 mm was the clearance of the car.

The car was delivered to the European market with round head optics, and for American and Asian motorists, the shape of the optics took on the form of an elongated rectangle. In 1997, the Japanese automaker carried out a restyling of this model, which brought changes to the line of power units and interior design, which led to record sales of a passenger car in the history of Toyota.

Description of the restyled version of the 1997 model year

One of the main differences of the restyled version of the Corolla was the new engine under the designation 1ZZ-FE, which has an aluminum crankcase and working volumes of 1.3 and 1.6 liters, which were equipped exclusively with European versions of the car.

The updated range of engines for the European version of the car had one of the best operational reliability indicators, which was noted by numerous reviews of the 1997 Toyota Corolla from various specialists, also noting high fuel economy rates.

In the interior of the car, the front row seats have changed, having received improved lateral support and a higher landing, so that visibility from the passenger compartment has become much better. There were no other significant changes in the updated car, the automaker did not improve the various systems and components that work flawlessly in this modification.

Conclusion

Thanks to a competent approach to launching the eighth generation Toyota Corolla E 110 on the world market, the automaker managed to raise the already high consumer demand for the car, which was achieved by taking into account all the specific requirements of motorists from different countries, while using previously developed technologies.

Toyota Corolla is one of the most popular Japanese cars on the Russian market. It is worth noting that the car has been produced for several decades in different bodies. The cost of a Toyota car (sedan) varies quite significantly. In today's article, we will consider the 110th body. This is the eighth generation of Toyota Corolla cars. Photo and review of the car - later in our article.

Design

The previous Toyota body was taken as the basis. Externally, these two cars are very similar. We can say that 110 is a kind of restyled series of the 7th generation of cars.

But there are some differences. Take a look at what the Toyota Corolla (110 body) looks like. There is a photo of the car in our article.

Unlike the previous generation, the 8th Corolla has acquired more rounded optics and a slick bumper. The radiator grill is no longer a separate element. The part is connected to the bumper in one piece. The moldings were both black and body-colored. By the way, bumpers, even in luxury versions, were not equipped with fog lights. In general, the design of the Toyota car (sedan) is typical for its years - simple, but no longer angular shapes, a slightly “inflated” body and a sloping roof.

Also note that the model went to 2 restyling. Take a look at what the Toyota Corolla (110 body) looks like after 99 (photo below).

The design of the car has changed slightly. The car has other optics (turn signals are now located separately, in the wings) and a bumper. There were black deflectors-air intakes. The radiator grille has grown in size. The Toyota badge itself has also increased. The rest of the body geometry remained the same. Significant changes happened with the release of the 120th Corolla.

Serially "Toyota Corolla" (110 body) was produced from 1995 to 2002. The car was available in several variations:

• Sedan.
• Universal.
• Five- and three-door hatchback.

In the Russian market, most Corollas have a sedan body. The dimensions of the machine, depending on the version, are as follows:

• Length - from 4.27 to 4.32 meters.
• Height - from 1.38 to 1.44 meters.
• Width - 1.69 meters for all bodies.

The curb weight of the car was also different and ranged from 900 to 1230 kilograms. The clearance of all models was quite small - only 15 centimeters.

Vehicle interior

Let's look at what the Toyota Corolla 110 looked like inside. The body of the eighth generation, and in particular its interior, had no characteristic differences from its predecessor in the 100th body.

The interior of the car has become more "inflated" and rounded. Dashboard - with analog arrows. In the middle of the console is a small on-board computer. Below are the climate control unit, radio and cigarette lighter. The steering wheel, as car owners say, is very comfortable. Also in the cabin, we can see the missing “levers” for controlling mirrors. Here they are electrically adjustable. The car also has power windows. Salon "Toyota" in the 110th body is very comfortable and ergonomic. The seats are not devoid of adjustments and have good lumbar support.

By the way, the 110th Corolla is distinguished by a very high-quality velor trim. Its texture on the seats repeats the door cards. The armrest, located between the driver and front passenger, is also covered in velor. The quality of the plastic is top notch. It is moderately solid and does not rattle on bumps. In general, the level of sound insulation and interior assembly is worthy of respect.

Specifications

The car had a wide range of engines. There are both diesel and petrol units. So, in the basic configuration, the Corolla was equipped with a 1.3-liter engine with 86 horsepower. Remarkably, this engine had a 16-valve head. The motor was equipped with three different boxes. A five- and six-speed manual was available, as well as a three-band automatic.

The next unit in the line has a volume of 1.6 liters. Its maximum power is 110 horsepower. The buyer could choose one of the two proposed checkpoints. A five-speed manual and a four-mode automatic were available.

As for diesel modifications, the Corolla was equipped with a two-liter 72-horsepower naturally aspirated engine. This engine was paired with a five-speed manual transmission.

Car "Toyota Corolla" - equipment and prices

Modification E110 was produced in different trim levels:

• Terra.
• Luna.

Since this car is no longer in production, it is only available in the secondary market. The run-up in prices for the most part does not depend on the configuration, but on the very condition of the car. On average, the price of the 110th Corolla in Russia is 150-200 thousand rubles.

The basic version included a good set of options. Among them, the following should be noted:

• Air conditioner.
• 2 front power windows.
• Electric
• Armrest.
• Central locking.
• Cabin filter.
• Adjust the brightness of the instrument panel illumination.
• Electric mirrors.
• Airbag on the driver's side.

Interior trim - fabric. Brakes - front disc, rear - drum. Bumpers were painted in body color. There was also an ABS system. Some versions had an instrument panel tachometer.

Toyota Luna

In addition to the basic equipment, this included a hydraulic power steering, body-colored moldings and mirrors, 4 power windows, 2 airbags, velor interior, immobilizer, heated mirrors and a height-adjustable steering column. The driver's seat has a microlift.

"Toyota G6"

This is the maximum configuration, which included the following set of options:

• Electric sunroof.
• Heated mirrors.
• Lowered suspension (rack "Kayaba").
• Ventilated front brakes.
• Black and red salon "Recaro".

This is a fairly rare equipment for the "Corolla". It can be recognized by the nameplates G6.

Note that most modifications of the Corolla were front-wheel drive. However, the all-wheel drive Toyota Corolla was also produced (the Full Time 4WD version). Quite a rare equipment, on the "machine" and a 1.6-liter gasoline engine. But you can find it for sale.

Conclusion

So, we found out what the Japanese Toyota Corolla has in terms of equipment and prices, as well as technical specifications. As you can see, this is a very good and reliable passenger car from the budget segment. The car has a comfortable suspension, a reliable engine and a comfortable interior. The only downside is the ground clearance. Too small for our roads.