Toyota looks back on the 55 -year history in the Corolla series, which has surpassed 50 million units worldwide

The oil shock triggered the Corolla leap

In October 1973, when the gasoline price rose due to the oil shock and a long line was generated on the gas station, the Corolla, which can run for more than a week with a few gallon gasoline, rises the sales volume.After that, the addition of more models, such as sporty fast back coupe and liftback version, has become even more attractive.

Toyota began to produce Corolla in the United States since the mid -1980s, and is now newly established in 2011 (TMMS (toyota Motor Manufacturing Mississippi, Inc.), And the new factory Mazda Toyota Manufacturing in Huntsville, Alabama, will launch a new Corolla Cross from this summer.

Corolla has always evolved to satisfy the constantly changing user needs.

The first Corolla is a simple coupe style.A 4 -door sedan and a 2 -door wagon model are set, and a clear and clear design overlooking all directions.Later, a "Corolla Sprinter" with a slightly short semi -fastback roehine was added.

Equipped with a 1077cc 4 -cylinder SOHV engine using aluminum for engine cylinder head, intake manly hold, valve cover, and clutch housing.The wheels are 12 inches, and the combined transmission is only 4 -speed MT.The 60-hp engine took about 17 seconds to accelerate 0-60 km/h, and the estimated fuel efficiency was in the latter half of 20.

Corolla's two -door sedan, released in 1969, is less than $ 1700, with a reclining sheet and a lock -type refueling port as standard.These commitments to the details are impressive to car media and users, and in the car & driver magazine public road test, "not only interior design, but also carpets that are perfectly molded according to the shape of the floor, and low prices.It is well made up to the carpet that is carefully bundled with the edges so that they do not feel. "

The second generation Corolla has become large and the wheelbase is slightly longer.The maximum output was up to 73HP, and the first 2 -speed AT of Corolla was prepared as an option.After that, a 3 -speed AT was added.In 1972, 88HP 1.The "SR-5 Coupe" equipped with a 6-liter engine and a 5-speed MT appeared, and was enjoyed with the new sports coupe "Celica".At this time, Corolla was growing into the world's second -selling car.

1.2 liter, 1.3 liter, 1.The third generation with a 6 -liter engine and a slightly larger body size.In 1976, a fast back coupe and a liftback were added, and the styling of the front was renewed.The liftback is like a sports wagon, securing the back seat headroom, making it a sporty and highly practical model.

The characteristic of the fourth generation Corolla is a bold and square design, and has developed a wide range of model variations.In the new design, we emphasize the size and quietness of the room and add amenities.In the US model, 1 of 75HP.8 -liter OHV engine and 90 1.6-liter OHC engine "4A-C" is set.The front seat of the 2 -door model is equipped with a "memory function" that slides the sheet forward to assist in getting on and off the rear seats and returns to the reclining angle.

The 5th generation Corolla with various major changes.The main series has been changed to FF (front -wheel drive) to expand the indoor space and improve all -weather tractions.Toyota has established a joint venture with General Motors, NUMMI (New United Motor Manufacturing Ink), and has begun Corolla production in California.All front -wheel drive engines have become SOHC type.

There are two types of Corolla FR (rear wheel drive) models known as the "AE86" body number: coupe and hatchback, and the top model "GT-S" is 1..Equipped with a 6-liter DOHC engine "4A-GE type".In 1987, the FF hatchback "FX" was added, and the top model "FX16 GT-S" inherited the 4A-GE engine and became a new hot hatch model.FR's GT-S is later called a drift legendary machine in both real and games, and its spirit is inherited by the 2022 Corolla hatchback.

The sixth generation Corolla has a 16 -valve DOHC engine for all models, and uses a four -wheel independent suspension.All for FF models.The Corolla All Truck wagon and sedan are equipped with a four -wheel drive system.The coupe has a retractable headlight like AE86, and two types of SR-5 and GT-S are set.The GT-S is a sporty model equipped with a 4A-GE engine, a dedicated wheel, and a fearless body kit, and has been improved to 135HP from 1990 to 1991.

In the United States, the seventh -generation Corolla, which has only a sedan and wagon lineup, has shifted to a compact segment, whose design has approached Camry and the cabin size has become a mid -size.1.6 liter and 1.A 8 -liter DOHC engine was set, and the 1997 CE sedan set up many popular options.This year, Corolla recorded the highest sales volume ever.

The 8th generation Corolla has been further improved, achieving a larger interior space, despite the same wheelbase as the predecessor.Redigent of Unibody improves the collision prevention performance of the crew and is equipped with a side airbag.Newly developed all aluminum inline 4 -cylinder 1.The 8-liter DOHC engine (1ZZ-FE type) adopted the VVT-I (VARIABLE VALVE TITH InTellignce) system, which improved fuel efficiency while demonstrating 120HP.

Corolla, the ninth generation, has expanded both in total length and secures the largest interior space."Corolla S", which uses sports tune suspension and dedicated body, also appeared.The fuel efficiency consumption rate of the Corolla equipped with a 130hp engine is 31MPG (EPA estimated value) for 5 -speed MT, and 28MTG (EPA estimated value) for 4 -speed AT.In addition, 14 CDs (compact disks) can be stored in the center console box.

In 2005, 164HP high-rotation type installed in "Celica GT-S".The performance tune "Corolla XRS", which combines a 6 -speed MT and a sports tune suspension with the 8 -liter engine (2ZZ type), has been released.For the 9th generation Corolla, cars and driver magazines rated as "the level of fit and finish is amazing."In 2002, it achieved a total of 25 million units worldwide.

In the 10th generation Corolla, Motor Trend magazine evaluated, saying, "It must be the quietest car in this class, which must be the quietest car in this class."The body was smarter than before, and the size of the room was equivalent, but XRS is a high torque Camry 2..Equipped with a 4 -liter engine and revived as a model that improved the response in daily life.As the CD is far from the CD, the advanced model of the Corolla is equipped with a JBL premium audio equipped with an audio control on the iPod connection function, Bluetooth, and the steering wheels.

Comfort and high -tech have a higher priority for compact car buyers, and Corolla has a Power Moon Roof (optional) and JBL audio system (AM/FM/6 disk CD changer, satellite radio, and satellite radio., 8 speakers) is adopted.

The 11th generation Corolla debuts with a new body with a deep carving.The leg room in the rear seat is 41.Achieves a 4 -inch and a lot of mid -size and full -size sedans.In addition, eight airbags are standard equipment, such as adding a new driver's knee airbag and a passenger seat cushion airbag.In addition to the "Precisional Generation System with Pedronitator Detection Function", "Lane Duracer Alert with Steering Assist", "Full Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control", "Automatic High Beam", "TOYOTA SAFETY SAFETY SENSE-P" centered on automatic urgent brakes.Is also standard equipment.

In addition, the material with a premium -like feeling is adopted, the touch screen audio system is equipped with Bluetooth, USB, and iPod connection function as standard equipment, and "LE" has an auto air conditioner as standard."L" and sporty "S" set 6 -speed MT, and AT has been changed to CVT to improve fuel efficiency.The fuel economy of the Corolla ECO equipped with a valve matic engine has achieved 42MPG (EPA estimated value) on the highway.

In 2019, the Corolla appeared in a lower, lean, and a sedan type with a tight appearance.Furthermore, the sporty hatchback revived after a long time, and the debut of the first hybrid sedan was a big news.The fuel economy was 52MPG (EPA estimated value), which was the best model in the Corolla series.

Corolla hatchback is 169HP 2.It is equipped with a 0-liter dynamic force engine and an intelligent 6-speed MT that changes according to the rotation speed, and is a model that inherits the spirit of performance models such as successive Corolla GT-S and XRS.This high -performance engine was also installed in the Corolla sedan, achieving fuel efficiency 35MPG (EPA estimated value).

The Corolla sedan and hatchback include "NightShade Special Edition", "XSE", a sports model, and "XLE" with a sense of luxury.In addition, the dynamic shift CVT mounted on other than hybrids achieves better driving feeling and efficiency.The limited vehicle "Corolla APEX" adopts a bold body kit, a circuit -running suspension, a lightweight 18 -inch aluminum wheel, and a sports tune exhaust, further improving performance.

In 2022, the first crossover model "Corolla Cross" with comfort and latest functions will appear.All of the Corolla series adopts the TNGA (Toyota New Global Architecture) platform to achieve high levels of agility and safety, and at the same time, the safety function is "Toyota Safety Sense 2."0" is standard equipment.