Toyota Corolla Altis

The cosmetic changes at the exterior part are exceptionally visible but not till the extent which is done with the engine performance. The total new designing for the head lamps are amazing and higher doze of chrome inputs are visible on grille. The side mirrors now house the dazzling turn mirrors which increase the aesthetic beauty of the new Toyota Corolla Altis. To make it more distinctive and awe generating the company re invented the tail lamps in a new avatar with the circular elements. Having a masculine look at the rear end with the powerful looking grooves and the sporty look of the bumper Toyota Corolla Altis would definitely ring its presence in town. The high ground clearance of 175 mm makes its journey a lot easier in the Indian roads full of potholes.

 

The most applaudable feature in the interiors is the engine Start/Stop button which gives a futuristic appearance. The leather seats are spacious and very comfortable. The dashboard has too become more appealing with a darker shade of the previous beige colour. The touch screen audio system is too classic and lives the modern day dream of any music lover. The super powerful 6 speakers make the journey a more pleasurable experience. The steering wheel, now equipped with Electric Power Steering (EPS) technology mounts the basic audio controls. The powerful automatic Air Conditioner works beautifully. The 8 way power front seat is way beyond its class. The total boot space of 475 litres makes a lot of space inside the car.

 

The safety part is also retouched with the inclusion of WIL (Whipless Injury Lessening) concept driver’s seat. The ABS and 2 Airbags add a lot to the overall safety. Toyota Corolla Altis is now projected as an executive sedan which is now refined and the concept of luxury is reinvented. However the increase in price by Rs 24,000, which now makes it to around Rs 14. 77 lakh is definitely an eye raiser.

 

Toyota Corolla Altis Mileage and Fuel Efficiency

Variant	Mileage (City)	Mileage (Highway)
Toyota Corolla Altis Petrol 1.8 J	10.5 Kmpl	14.5 Kmpl
Toyota Corolla Altis Petrol 1.8 G	10.5 Kmpl	14.5 Kmpl
Toyota Corolla Altis Petrol 1.8 GL	10.5 Kmpl	14.5 Kmpl
Toyota Corolla Altis Petrol 1.8 VL	9.5 Kmpl	13.5 Kmpl
Toyota Corolla Altis Diesel D-4D J	14 Kmpl	18 Kmpl
Toyota Corolla Altis Diesel D-4D G	14 Kmpl	18 Kmpl
Toyota Corolla Altis Diesel D-4D GL	14 Kmpl	18 Kmp

The Petrol variant of the Toyota Corolla Altis gives a decent mileage of about 10.5 Kmpl in the city whereas delivers around 14.5 Kmpl on the highways. However, these statistics pertain only to the 6- speed manual transmission since for the petrol variant which is supportive of automatic transmission gives a mileage of about 9.5 Kmpl in the city and 13.5 on the highways. The Diesel variant being more economical is capable of delivering a mileage of about 14 Kmpl within the city and 18 Kmpl on the highways.

 

 

Variant	Features
Toyota Corolla Altis Petrol 1.8 J	ABS, EBD, Red LED Tail lamps, Manual head lamp leveling system, seat belt warning, power door lock, intermittent wipers, green laminated wind shields, driver side power window with one touch up/ down and jam protection, electrically adjustable ORVM, Turn signals on ORVMs, steel wheel with full wheel cap, body colored outside door handle, body colored rear luggage garnish, black radiator grille, body colored side protective moulding, 4 speakers, card holder, interior color inside door handle, 2 stage glove box, fabric upholstery, 3- spoke steering wheel, silver finish center cluster, manual AC with heater, power windows.
Toyota Corolla Altis Petrol 1.8 G	SRS Airbags, front fog lamps, seat security lock, keyless entry, reverse sensor, immobilizer, power door lock with vehicle speed auto lock, intermittent wipers with variable timing adjustment, impact sensing fuel cut, green laminated and top shaded wind shields, 7- spoke alloy wheels, body color mud flaps, chrome outside door handle, chrome garnish at the rear luggage compartment, chrome radiator grille, chrome insert side protective moulding, In- dash DVD Touchscreen audio with Bluetooth, USB and AUX-in support, Audio controls and MID switch on steering wheel, wireless audio remote, 6 speakers, storage box and personal lamps, silver finish inside door handle, fabric high upholstery, 4 spoke leather steering wheel, dark wood finish panel and console, Automatic AC with heater, front door courtesy lamp, 3d white illumination display in the meters, 60:40 rear seat split and foldable, sliding front arm rest, rear coat hook, rest common features similar to the J variant.
Toyota Corolla Altis Petrol 1.8 GL	HID Headlamps with retractable washers, Automatic headlamp leveling system, whiplash injury lessening seats, smart entry, remote boot opener, Leather upholstery with perforation, 4 spoke with leather and dark wood finish steering wheel, 8- way power driver seat, automatic headlamps, push start/stop button, Electrically powered driver seat lumbar system, Electrically powered driver seat height adjustment, rear sunshade, rest of the features common with the G variant.
Toyota Corolla Altis Petrol 1.8 VL	Same features as in the previous variants except for the Super CVT-I with 7- speed sequential shiftmatic transmission.
Toyota Corolla Altis Diesel D-4D J	Almost all features similar to the 1.8 J variant except for the Diesel engine.
Toyota Corolla Altis Diesel D-4D G	All features similar to the 1.8 G variant except for the Diesel Engine.
Toyota Corolla Altis Diesel D-4D G(L)	All features similar to the 1.8 GL variant except for the Diesel Engine.

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Toyota Corolla Altis Colors

 

Champagne	Dark Red	Blue	Silver	White	Black

 

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Toyota Corolla Altis Engine Power and Performance

Toyota Corolla Altis comes with both petrol and diesel variants.

 

Dual VVT-I Petrol Engine

The Dual VVT-I (Variable Valve Timing) Petrol engine is an excellent blend of power, fuel efficiency and low emissions. The 16 valves and 1794cc engine offers tremendous power like no other and the efficiency remains unmatched.

D-4D Diesel Engine

The D-4D Common rail diesel engine is equally powerful and perhaps more efficient and refined than ever before offering a variable nozzle turbo with intercooler that enhances efficiency, torque and delivers a smoother drive. With 4 cylinders inline and a displacement of 1364cc, the Diesel Engine of Corolla Altis is individually known for performance.

Toyota Corolla Altis Pickup and Acceleration

Engine Variant	Max. Power (ps/rpm)	Max. Torque (Nm/rpm)	Pickup (0-100) (Sec.)	Top Speed
Dual VVT-I (Petrol)	140/6400	173/4000	12.3	170 Km/h
D-4D (Diesel)	88.4/3800	205/1800-2800	14.6	205 Km/h

 

The bold and powerful Dual VVT-I Petrol Engine of the Toyota Corolla Altis churns out a massive power of 140 ps at 6400 rpm and a torque of about 173 Nm at 4000 rpm. The Engine has a superb pickup reaching 0-100 within a span of 12.3 seconds and delivers a top speed of about 170 Km/h at an ease. The D-4D Diesel Engine on the other hand is equally capable generating a maximum power of around 88.4 ps at 3800 rpm and a torque of 205 Nm at a range between 1800- 2800 rpm. The Engine picks up from 0-100 within 14.6 seconds and attains a top speed of about 205 Km/h which speaks of the engine’s superior quality and power.

 

Toyota Corolla Altis Interiors and Features

The very dazzling Toyota Corolla Altis is home to the world’s finest luxurious interiors with it’s extraordinarily comfort in the plush leather seats and with every sight of its wooden finish that beckons the pathway to the ultimate leisure the car has to offer to its passengers. There is not much need to mention regarding the space inside the cabin, perhaps, it is more than enough to fit in five people at an ease. Ample headroom and legroom together with multiple storage compartments throughout the cabin make it something very obvious with the fact that after all it’s Toyota that we are talking about.  The head and back rests are truly comfortable and the 8- way adjustable driver seat is the one and only in the segment making Altis a one make wonder.  The leather and fabric high upholstery are indeed very beautiful and induce a magnificent charisma inside the cabin.
The Centre console and instrument panel has a wooden gloss finish with silver edged design and elegance that comes not just as beauty but also as a complete utility with all instruments in position and reach of the driver. The Dashboard is huge and very well designed. AC vents are well placed and the cluster is accessible from all positions of the driver seat.

When it comes to features, Toyota Corolla Altis is loaded with the loads. The brand new push start/stop button and smart entry are key features regarding the ease and support to the user. One of the most interesting feature of the car is the 6.1” DVD Touchscreen Audio is a state of art excellent utility that is well supportive of Bluetooth connectivity. With a console so capable, entertainment has a new name. The Steering mounted audio controls further add to the ease and flexibility.

The Car has a well illuminated white display and the Opitron meter has a well flooded backlight to enhance the visibility. Moreover the electro chromatic inner rear view mirror eliminates glare from the traffic behind; enhancing visibility and safety.  With all utility and beautiful features, the interiors of Toyota Corolla Altis are truly a marvelous example of craftsmanship.

The Sedan has a huge boot space as well which is about 475 lit. making it by far the most spacious and huge in the segment.

 

Toyota Corolla Altis Exteriors and Features

Toyota has used the word ‘Gorgeous’ to describe its all new Corolla Altis; and at this juncture, the car has truly lived up to the meaning of the word. The Sedan is a pure amalgam of essence, elegance and sportiness. With the beautiful design of its sleek front head lights, dynamic grille, and stylish rear design, the Corolla Altis exudes a bold, strong and commanding presence. As mentioned, the front grille with the embossed Emblem of the company gives Corolla Altis a new dynamic look. The angular head lamps are equally appreciative and redefine the sedan in a new way. The Prominent rear bumper with sleek rare combination of LED Tail lamps and the rear chrome garnish give Altis a wide and sporty appearance. Gorgeous outside Rear View Mirrors with turn indicators look awesome and fabulous. The Fluidic side windings that run across the sides’ to the back, the elegant shape of the sedan and the bold and solid bumpers give Corolla Altis exactly the look of a landmark on wheels. The beautiful door handles are very firm, the rubber insulations are proper; moreover the sedan has a reverse sensor mechanism that enables you to park the car effortlessly in the toughest and most compact of spots.  The HID headlamps with washers provide better illumination and visibility at night and also the washers help in easy maintenance of the headlamps. The all new Toyota Corolla Altis available in a variety of colors such as super white, blue metallic, black mica, dark red mica metallic, champagne mica metallic, white pearl mica and silver mica metallic.

 

Safety and Features in Toyota Corolla Altis

Toyota Corolla Altis comes with safety features that match up to the highest quality standards enveloping the passengers in complete safety and security. The Sedan is itself enveloped in a GOA Body that is Global Outstanding Assessment Body ensuring highest safety levels. The Dual SRS Airbags in the front offer enhanced protection in the event of any collision. The Corolla Altis has disc brakes on all four wheels for superior braking and driving control. HID Headlamps provide enhanced visibility and great illumination at nights ensuring a safe drive. The Electro Chromatic Inner View Mirror removes glare from the traffic behind; hence ensuring proper rear view visibility counting to the safety of the passengers. The Corolla Altis has a special mechanism in the seating as well with the concept of WIL (Whiplash Injury Lessening), in case of a collision, WIL concept on the driver seat helps prevent injury to the neck and back. Moreover ABS with EBD gives you smooth stops during sudden braking.
 

Toyota Corolla Altis Driving and Handling

The Fully loaded Corolla Altis has enhanced accessibility features like the push start/ stop button, the keyless entry that makes it even more convenient to step into the vehicle. The Audio Controls on the steering are another convenient way to reach out to entertainment with the slip of a hand. The Cruise Control is indeed a way to make your drive a hassle free one. The 6 speed manual transmission is smoother than can be expected, the braking is very effective and there is no match for the super responsive power steering. The McPherson strut type front suspension and the Torsion beam rear suspension gives a luxurious smooth drive even on rough terrains. The 7 speed Super CVT-I automatic shiftmatic transmission variant is very smooth and responsive and gives enhanced fuel efficiency. Moreover the Brand new ECO drive Indicator displays whether the drive is in ECO Mode or not.

 

Toyota Corolla Altis Accessories

The Corolla Altis can easily boast of its super stock stereo accessories. The Sedan comes well equipped with the 6.1” DVD Touchscreen Audio system and console with Bluetooth connectivity providing entertainment at your fingertips; and with a wireless remote for the passengers in the rear. The 6 speakers embedded within the muscles of the car sound loud and deliver superb acoustics. Apart from the stereo and console, certain other accessories can be well configured and customized from Toyota itself with respect to the variants.

 

Toyota Corolla Altis Conclusion

On a personal note, Toyota Corolla Altis is perhaps the most fascinating thing on roads and is a delight to drive attaining from its ultimate pleasure, luxury, safety and efficiency. Toyota Corolla Altis remains unmatched benchmark from Toyota in the history of Automobiles in India.