A short review of the 1988 corolla series

Should I buy Toyota Corolla 1997-2002 or not?

Toyota cars do not need any special introduction. This brand has long been considered the most reliable in the whole world and no one is surprised that Japanese cars break down less often than famous German cars.

One of the most successful Toyota models can rightfully be called a car called Corolla. This name first appeared almost 38 years ago.

Today the ninth generation of Corolla is being produced, but the previous eighth generation, produced from 1997 to 2002, is much more common on the secondary market.

It should be immediately noted that on the second-hand market you can find two dissimilar cars that belong to the eighth generation of Corolla. One of them had a rather unusual appearance with four front round headlights. Such cars are found most often in Russia, since they were intended mainly for Europe.

But on the US market a model with a more traditional design was sold. It is this kind of car, brought to Russia from the USA, that is shown in the photographs. Moreover, in America they produced a model called the Chevrolet Prizm, which was also made on the basis of the Corolla. However, from a technical point of view, all these cars are not very different from each other.

And their salons are also very similar.

It’s hard to say which of these versions of Corolla you prefer - they are all good. If right-hand drive doesn’t bother you, then you can safely drive a car from the Land of the Rising Sun, especially since cars assembled in Japan are traditionally considered the most reliable.

Of course, in the future there may be a certain problem with finding spare parts, but now in all major cities (and even more so in Moscow) there are entire stores specializing in the sale of parts for such machines. As for the American versions, in case of breakdowns it will be more difficult to get some components for them, because we have few such cars.

Although, on the other hand, the only difficulty is that you will have to wait 1-2 weeks for the delivery of spare parts (all kinds of filters, pads, etc. are usually in stock).

We can immediately talk about the prices of spare parts (this issue concerns almost everyone who decides to buy Japanese cars for the first time). Of course, they are more expensive than for many similar “Europeans” - no one argues with that. But the price difference is not that big.

It is also true that some parts for them cannot be repaired and are sold only as assembled parts, which also increases their price. However, all these disadvantages are compensated by truly high reliability.

And spare parts can be purchased not only from official dealers (their markups, to put it mildly, are quite high), but also in regular stores.

In addition, it is not at all necessary to take original parts, because there are several trusted Japanese companies whose spare parts are not inferior in quality to those sold in a box with the Toyota inscription (for example, Nipparts is one of them). Their price is much less.

In addition to the country of manufacture, when buying a Toyota Corolla, you will have to think about the body shape, because the car was produced as a sedan, 3- and 5-door hatchback and as a station wagon. Most often found on our secondary market are the 5-door hatchback and sedan. The Spacio minivan was also made on the basis of the Corolla, but Toyota did not export it, and such a model can only be brought from Japan.

Even if the car was involved in an accident, but after that it was restored by a competent service, then there should be no problems with the Corolla body. According to the craftsmen, the iron of this car can withstand twenty years and only then will it be necessary to do the first anti-corrosion treatment.

By the way, the hood and the lower part of the doors were covered at the factory with an additional anti-gravel coating and only then with paint. This eliminates the problem of paint chips and the formation of small pockets of corrosion in their place, something that some very well-known European models sometimes suffer from.

However, not all Corolla owners agree to have repairs done at a branded service station, as this costs a lot of money. That is why, after accidents, a car is often restored using “left” hardware. There is no need to be surprised by this, because even with a not too serious accident, you can seriously “get into money.”

This is due to the fact that Toyota took a very responsible approach to ensuring the safety of the driver and passengers. As a result, during a collision, the front of the car usually “folds” and thereby absorbs the impact energy. This is great for a person’s health, but it’s simply terrible for the wallet - usually when hit with the “face” the hood, bumper, fenders, headlights, etc. are damaged.

And one hood at a company service station costs about $300-400, fenders and headlights for $200-300, and so on. So, in total, taking into account the work, official dealers can charge more than $5 thousand for body restoration.

The interior of the Toyota Corolla can even be called boring - similar dashboard shapes and door upholstery materials can be found on many cars. However, this “boring” does not cause antipathy among most drivers, since all the necessary controls are in place.

True, with prolonged use it becomes clear that the light-colored upholstery materials found on many Corollas are not very practical and quickly get dirty. It is worth noting that the Toyota Corolla has never been famous for any luxurious equipment, and on the market you can even find European versions with mechanical front windows.

So the statement that the level of equipment of the Corolla is on par with our “ten” is absolutely true. But cars intended for the Japanese or American market have at least electric windows and mirrors. And most often also air conditioning.

Complaints about the performance of the latter arise extremely rarely, but if the car has a small engine, then the operation of the “condya” takes a decent amount of “horses” and when driving quickly this becomes noticeable.

When buying a used Toyota Corolla, you need to check the operation of all instruments, electric drives, retractable cup holders, and so on. But not because they often break down or are inherently unreliable - there are no problems with this.

Usually, poorly functioning bells and whistles indicate that the car was in a serious accident and was then restored using a cheap option. You also need to know that replacing one electric window assembly will cost about $150-200.

Under favorable circumstances, it will cost the same amount to repair a faulty air conditioner, although there have been cases when it was necessary to spend more than $1 thousand on this.

Don’t forget to inspect the windshield wipers, since on cars older than 5 years the trapezoid sometimes turns sour (this doesn’t happen often, but it does happen). Repair in this case will cost around $150.

Engines have always been the strong point of Japanese cars. They may not have a high specific power, but regardless of the volume, these motors will be very reliable. Data on how long Toyota power units can last varies greatly, but in any case, 200-300 thousand km. they must pass.

And Toyota repair technicians are not at all surprised by minicars from the 80s, which have a mileage of more than 500 thousand km, and the engine has never been repaired. The eighth generation Toyota Corolla was equipped with various engines depending on the sales markets.

Among European cars, most often you come across models with 1.3- and 1.6-liter gasoline units with a capacity of 86 hp. (later 88 hp) and 110 hp. respectively. Although there are cars with a 1.3-liter carburetor (!) engine with a power of 75 hp. After 2000, new 1.4 liter engines appeared. (97 hp) and 1.6 l. (110 hp).

But cars from Japan could have more powerful engines, which were not supplied to Europe. Such Corollas, for example, were equipped with a 1.5-liter unit producing 110 hp. or 1.8-liter, which had a lot of modifications. As a result, its power is 110, 120, 136 and even 190 hp.

As for Corolla from the USA, such cars in the vast majority of cases have a 1.8 liter engine. with a power of 121, 126 or 143 hp. Corollas are often found with diesel engines (they were not sold in America). The weakest atmospheric diesel engines had a volume of 1.9 liters. (69 hp) and 2.0 l. (72 hp).

There's also a 2.2-litre turbocharged engine producing 79bhp, as well as a 2.0-litre turbocharged and common rail engine. (90 hp).

The least preferable option when buying a used Corolla is the 1.3-liter engine, especially in the carburetor version. Its power (75, 86 or 88 hp) seems to be enough for confident and fairly fast driving around the city, but only if the engine is cranked hard enough.

Otherwise, the Corolla 1.3 turns into a downright sluggish car. So for an active driver, the 1.3-liter engine ages somewhat faster than larger power units, and the rings often wear out by 200 thousand km. Sometimes, with the same mileage, other “engines” may ask to replace valve stem seals, oil seals, gaskets, etc.

But, fortunately, it will not cost too much - $150-300, depending on the amount of work. Engines: 1.6 liters. and 1.8 l. Much better fit for Corolla. Thanks to their greater power reserves, these engines operate less intensely than their 1.3-liter brothers. So they get more resources.

However, if you import a Corolla from Japan, it is better to refrain from the most sophisticated version with a 190-horsepower unit. Firstly, such cars need to be filled with expensive 98-grade gasoline (consumption in the city will be about 15-17 liters.

), and secondly, a high degree of boost does not have the best effect on the resource - after all, for every liter there are more than 100 “horses” (but even such engines should last about two hundred thousand).

All modern engines require timely maintenance and Japanese power units are no exception. It is worth noting that Toyota cars now have a very short maintenance period by modern standards - it must be carried out every 10 thousand km.

If you do maintenance on branded services, then each such visit will cost $100-200. In addition to oil and filters, about once a year we have to change spark plugs, which can no longer withstand our gasoline.

It is also necessary to clean the radiator from lint and dust after each summer, and every other time it is better to remove the radiator and wash its honeycombs.

On the eighth generation Corolla you can find four different gearboxes. There were two mechanical ones: 5- or 6-speed. They are very reliable and can work without breakdowns for the entire service life of the car.

True, along with the manual transmission there is a clutch, but on the Corolla it also has a long service life. Of course, it all depends on the driving style, but on average the clutch lasts more than 150 thousand km. Although there are cases when the gearbox or clutch begins to mope after 1-2 years of service.

As practice shows, this often happens with European versions of Corolla.

There were also two types of automatic transmissions. On the Corolla of the first years of production you can find a three-speed automatic transmission. A car with such a gearbox paired with a weak engine turns into a real turtle, so fans of automatic transmissions are better off looking for a car with a powerful engine or a 4-speed automatic transmission.

By the way, automatic transmissions, depending on the number of speeds, are considered extremely reliable and, with more or less regular oil changes, can cover more than 500 thousand km. (at least that’s how long automatic transmissions go on older generations of Corolla). To check an automatic transmission, 10-15 minutes is usually not enough, and it is best to drive such a machine in various modes for at least 2-3 hours.

If the automatic transmission is seriously damaged, it is not always profitable to repair the gearbox (this will require $1000-1500). In some cases, it is easier and cheaper to buy a gearbox at a “dismantling shop” or order a rebuilt transmission directly from Japan. Many companies in Primorye are now doing this, accepting (and, most importantly, fulfilling) orders over the Internet.

Moreover, you can ask to send not only expensive parts, but also every little thing.

The suspension and steering of the Toyota Corolla are considered almost ideal in terms of their reliability. For example, very often there are cars with mileage of more than 100 thousand km. in which nothing was changed at all! Even steering ends, ball joints, etc. sometimes last 150-200 thousand km.

Sometimes, of course, breakdowns occur with relatively short runs, but this is often the fault of the owner himself, who flew into large holes, or did not notice the torn “rubber bands” in time. By the way, due to leaky boots, CV joints usually break, which often last several hundred thousand kilometers.

A CV joint costs a decent amount ($250), so when inspecting the car, you must not forget to make several turns with the steering wheel turned as far as possible - if you hear characteristic clicks, then the CV joints will soon “die”. Shock absorbers have to be replaced somewhat more often than other suspension elements. But even on our roads they can sometimes last more than 150 thousand km.

, although some particularly zealous drivers manage to finish them off within the first 20 thousand mileage. By the way, the price of shock absorbers is not too exorbitant. Rather, it is even average for decent foreign cars - about $100 apiece including labor.

The brake system fits perfectly into the overall image of the Toyota Corolla - it works reliably and rarely requires attention. So, the front disc pads need to be changed only after 40-60 thousand km.

km, and on many cars they run more than 80 thousand km! Discs can last two to three times longer than pads.

Rear drum brakes are considered almost eternal - there are quite a lot of Corollas from 97-98 running around Russia, which still have their original pads!

It’s not for nothing that Toyota Corolla has earned the love of drivers all over the world. Yes, this car does not have the richest interior and equipment, but no one can blame Toyota engineers for sacrificing reliability for the sake of comfort when creating this car. In addition, Toyota Corolla on the secondary market is not too expensive.

Source: http://autolenta.ru/articles/toyota-corolla-1997-2002-g-vypuska-pokupat-ili-net

Toyota Corolla, history, first generation - e10 series, second generation - e20 series, third e30, e40, e50 series, fourth e70, fifth e80, sixth e90

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Name	Toyota Corolla
photo	2007-2009 Toyota Corolla (ZRE152R) Ascent sedan.jpg
manufacturer	Toyota
Class	SubcompactCompact (since 1988)
segment	C
body type	5 55
layout	PZ-layoutPP-layout (since 1983)
wheel formula	2
similar	Ford Focus, Hyundai Elantra, Honda Civic, Opel Astra
Wikimedia Commons	Toyota Corolla

Toyota Corolla is a compact car manufactured by Toyota. Listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the best-selling model in the world. According to the book, by December 2000, 25 million cars were sold worldwide. In 2006, the Corolla name turned 40 years old, during which ten generations of these cars changed, and the total production volume exceeded 32 million.

Story

The first Toyota Corolla was released in 1966. It had rear-wheel drive, a longitudinal engine arrangement and had a distinctive feature - round headlights. This arrangement remained until 1984, when the first Corolla with front-wheel drive was released. From 1966 to 1997

The Corolla was produced in five body styles - sedan, three-door hatchback, five-door hatchback, liftback and station wagon.

Released in 1984, the fifth generation of Corolla retained rear-wheel drive for the three-door hatchback “GT coupe” and for the station wagon, while the remaining modifications acquired front-wheel drive.

In 1987, the sixth generation Toyota Corolla with an E90 body was introduced. Despite the obsolete design, high build quality and good anti-corrosion coating made this generation of Corolla quite popular. The eighth generation Toyota Corolla was presented in 1997. The EE110 body had options: sedan, liftbacks (three- and five-door), station wagons.

First generation - E10 series

Name	First generation
photo	1968 Toyota Corolla-Sprinter 01.jpg
manufacturer	Toyota
years of production	1970
place of production	Toyota City, JapanPort Melbourne, Australia
body type	2-door sedan4-door sedan
checkpoint	4-speed manual2-speed automatic

The first generation Toyota Corolla was introduced in 1966 and was initially sold only in Japan. In 1968, the Toyota Sprinter hatchback was introduced and was sold exclusively through the Toyota dealer network.

Second generation - E20 series

Third generation - E30, E40, E50 series

Fourth generation - E70 series

Fifth generation - E80 series

Sixth generation - E90 series

Seventh generation - E100 series

Eighth generation - E110 series

Ninth generation - E120 series

Tenth generation - E140/E150 series

Eleventh generation - E160 series

Cars based on Corolla and Sprinter

Toyota Corolla Wagon / Toyota Sprinter Wagon

a five-door station wagon with a relatively high load capacity, often equipped with 5A-FE, 5E-FE engines, both 1.5 liter transverse, 4-cylinder.

In mid-1997, the 5E-FE engine became fully electronic, due to which the engine was operated with 2-pin spark plugs, batches of Data Corollas with the 5A-FE engine equipped with L-Touring were produced, and a Toyota Corolla with a CE marked body equipped with 2C engines was also produced respectively (2l-Diesel).

Cars were produced with both automatic and manual transmissions, both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive, respectively (mainly diesel modifications).

Source: http://www.cultin.ru/books-toyota-corolla

Toyota Corolla: history begins again

Legends are born in different ways. Some rely on the car’s exceptional appearance, speed and exorbitant prices, while others are given the power to win the hearts of car enthusiasts with its accessibility and boring correctness.

A review of the previous generation Toyota Corolla could come down to a discussion of the sales level, at which the Japanese car breaks all possible records and annually updates its own entries in the Guinness Book.

However, the latest generations of Corolla clearly stand out from the company's rather conservative lineup.

It seems that not so long ago Corolla celebrated its 40th anniversary, and the significant date of half a century is already approaching, and it is obvious that the Japanese are preparing for this date. There are only a few cars in the world that have successfully survived such a significant age. However, the 1966 car has little to do with the eleventh generation.

2013 Toyota Corolla

In the tenth generation, the hatchback was separated from the Corolla, which eventually received its own name - Toyota Auris. The Corolla remained only in the sedan version, but with engines unique for those times.

Developed from scratch, the variable valve timing system (VVT-i) made it possible to achieve a smooth ride, significantly increasing the ease of driving the car and engine reliability.

In a modified form, the system is installed on the engine of the latest car.

Toyota Corolla 2014

History lesson

Since the eighth generation (1997), Toyota has followed the principle of “each market has its own car.” Every part of the world has its own Corolla, and the 11th generation, sales of which started at the end of 2012, is no exception.

In Japan itself, the Corolla Fielder station wagon and the Corolla Axio sedan appeared noticeably earlier than Europe, where the presentation of the cars took place only in June 2013.

In Russia, sales began in August 2013, and in the USA by this time the assembly of cars had just begun.

However, the 11th generation of the famous cars was first presented at the North American Auto Show. From Toyota marketers the car received a self-explanatory name - Corolla Furia. Contrary to the prophecies of skeptics, the car’s bold design (by Toyota standards) and noticeably refreshed interior really became the basis for the appearance of the E160 (production number of the 11th generation Corolla).

Video: test drive of Toyota Corolla 2014:

The assembly of cars for Russia is based in Turkey, at the Sakaria plant. The “domestic” Corolla is distinguished by increased ground clearance (15 cm), heated windshield wipers and the presence of a glass washer fluid sensor. Otherwise, the usual European Toyota Corolla drives on our roads.

Exterior of Toyota Corolla

The image of the new Corolla is based on solidity and solidity, although the streamlining of the body has become more noticeable.

There are practically no sharp corners left on the body of new cars, but lighting elements make up for this. The headlights became a little narrower and sharper. The Toyota body now looks bolder and even a little aggressive.

This feeling is created by the overall elongation of the cars, achieved due to the same streamlined, sweeping shapes.

The Toyota Corolla's radiator consists of two chrome grilles that meet at an obtuse angle in the center of the hood on the Toyota badge. The shine of chrome and aggressive bevels, slightly softened by the upper bar, catch the eye from afar. It seems that the car is smiling with a predatory shark smile.

2014 Toyota Corolla

Interestingly, part of the radiator is integrated into the headlights. The outer running lights are powerful LED lamps.

The headlight glass is stretched slightly back, which creates a feeling of the car stretching out in space and speed.

It looks nice, but reviews from owners indicate that the headlight glass may suffer from Russian roads. The rear bumper of the Corolla is raised, but it is quite difficult to notice.

The connection with previous models has not been lost: Toyota’s corporate style continues in the form of a sedan. Auris and RAV4 features shine through the sedan's sporty lines. However, the dimensions of the new Corolla have increased, and it is impossible not to notice this difference. The 2013 version is 8 cm longer than its predecessor, 1.5 cm wider and half a centimeter lower (except for cars for Russia).

2014 Corolla interior

Design

The aggressive bend of the radiator hints at changes in the cabin, but the Corolla’s interior has not acquired any fundamental new features. Noteworthy is the central console, redesigned taking into account the needs of 21st century consumers. Not only the color scheme has been changed, but also the overall style of execution.

There is no big difference between the trim levels. There is no special decoration in the car. The interior elements are arranged with each other in such a way that it is impossible to single out one of them. Apart from the excellent workmanship, there is absolutely nothing to look at in the cabin. Everything is done simply and conveniently, but in such a way as not to be an eyesore.

The only element of the car's interior that you can focus on is the clock on the dashboard. While the radiator grille extends into the headlights from the outside, a clock is integrated into the interior ventilation grille. This is explained by the dissatisfaction of passengers of the previous Corolla, who could not see the clock from the back seat. Now even passersby from the sidewalk can see this clock.

2014 Toyota Corolla interior

The digital clock panel is a clear nod to the last century, but the rest of the instruments and the car's standard multimedia system correspond to the realities of today. The 6.1-inch color sensor quite correctly displays the image from the rear view camera, provides information about traffic jams and everything that the car’s equipment allows it to do.

Space

The additional 8 cm of length is 90% used in the middle part of the Corolla body. Rear row passengers have become more comfortable, since the distance to the front seats is now 75 mm greater. The rear door threshold, which previously took up a lot of space, has been removed. In such a cabin, five people can no longer fit nominally, as before, but with some comfort.

Considering the increased distance between the rows of seats, at first it seems surprising that the trunk of the car has also become larger. Now its volume is 452 liters. The back row folds down, freeing up space for “non-standard” dimensions. The Toyota Corolla spare wheel is hidden in a niche under the trunk.

The plastic in the cabin is quite loud and hard in places. There isn't enough leather for the whole car. The material is found even in the top-end configuration: only the edges of the seats are covered with leather. At the same time, the Japanese did not skimp on the steering wheel of the car. With or without leather, the number of its adjustments (both height and offset) allows you to enjoy both a short test drive and long driving.

The feeling of simplicity and quality of workmanship is enhanced by excellent sound insulation. The car's signature feature - smooth running - is complemented by a sound carpet that absorbs the lion's share of sounds from outside. In this component, the 2014 Corolla has a serious advantage over other representatives of the “C” class. Corolla does not reach the premium class, but it is easy and pleasant to be deceived in this.

Technical characteristics of Toyota Corolla

Technical characteristics of Toyota Corolla X1 (E160)

Car model:	Toyota Corolla 1.6
Manufacturer country:	Japan
Body type:	sedan
Number of places:	5
Number of doors:	4
Engine capacity, cc:	1598
Power, l. s./about. min:	122/6000
Maximum speed, km/h:	195
Acceleration to 100 km/h, s:	10.5 (manual transmission), 11.1 (automatic transmission)
Type of drive:	front
Checkpoint:	6 manual transmission, automatic (variator)
Fuel type:	gasoline AI-95
Consumption per 100 km:	city - 8.7, highway - 5.4
Length, mm:	4620
Width, mm:	1775
Height, mm:	1465
Ground clearance, mm:	150
Tire size:	195/65 R15, 205/55 R16
Curb weight, kg:	1280
Total weight, kg:	1770
Fuel tank volume:	55

Power units are still designed for the middle class. When developing engines, the emphasis is on economy and convenience of driving within the city. There are three petrol engines installed on the 7 trim levels, but since each of them works with a different configuration, the acceleration on them is slightly different.

1.3 liters - 99 hp engine. pp., available only in the “Standard” configuration.
1.6 liters - 122 l. With. In the main versions (transmission with CVT and front-wheel drive). 1.6 l. Accelerates the car to hundreds in 11.1 seconds, maximum – 185 km/h. For the option with a manual transmission, acceleration is stated in 10.5 seconds, and the maximum engine speed limit is 195 km/h.
1.8 liters - 140 l. With. The 1.8-liter engine is installed only on variants with CVT, so acceleration is the same for all trim levels - 10.2 seconds, maximum speed - 195 km/h.

Electronics allow you to switch the operation of the transmission and engine at the touch of a button. By selecting the “Sport” option, the driver should get a roaring car and rapid acceleration. In standard mode, jerking and noise are practically eliminated. The main engine is considered to be “1.

6" (157 Nm). The first test drive showed that the torque does not leave the “1.6” the possibility of dynamic acceleration, so it will not be possible to perform dashing overtaking in the “Comfort” configuration. However, the engine does produce torque, and this thrust is distributed relatively evenly.

2014 Toyota Corolla engine

The new Corolla engines are equipped with a Dual VVT-i system, which is a further development of the idea of adjusting the intake and exhaust camshafts relative to each other. In order to get maximum traction from this engine, the driver will have to switch to manual control (a separate CVT mode) and try to move the tachometer needle closer to the maximum values.

Technical characteristics of Toyota Corolla trims other than the base include a traction control system (TRAC), a set of tools and programs for emergency braking assistance, automatic brake force distribution and, of course, ABS.

Options and price of Corolla

The price of Toyota Corolla in 2014 has already been determined by dealers. In general, the car remains in the same segment of affordable and reliable cars.

The basic configuration contains only the really necessary elements, but this has almost no effect on safety: the driver and passengers are protected by seven airbags. Electronic stability control helps with driving.

The wheels are steel, the car does not have air conditioning, but cruise control is included in the price. “Standard” costs 660,000 rubles.

By paying extra to upgrade to the next level, the buyer receives LED daytime running lights, chrome on the grille, HID headlights, folding side mirrors, engine start and keyless entry systems, climate control and gear shifting through levers on the steering wheel of the car. Heating is only available for the front seats. The price of a Toyota Corolla in this category ranges from 700 to 930 thousand rubles. 1.6 with manual transmission is installed only in the “Classic” configuration.

The most expensive versions of the Toyota Corolla - “Prestige” and “Prestige Plus” - will cost you 1.1 million rubles. Xenon headlights, keyless entry, full climate control, alloy wheels on the wheels of the car (17 inches), roof rails.

Pros:

high crash test performance with 40% overlap;
smooth operation of the new automatic transmission during normal, measured driving;
maneuverability, precise handling and cornering stability;
fast fulfillment of warranty obligations in official services;
excellent ratio of reliability and price;
fuel consumption - 10 liters or less, economical operation;
Most of the cabin has excellent sound insulation.

Minuses:

weak paintwork;
failure in IIHS 25% overlap front impact crash tests;
missing sound insulation of wheel arches;
Jerky operation of the automatic transmission during acceleration.

Owner reviews

Alexey, 34 years old. Car - Toyota Corolla 1.6 (AT), mileage - 700 km.

“I drove different cars and before buying a Corolla I seriously planned to buy an Astra Opel. However, I'm glad it happened this way. For this money I couldn’t get the top-end equipment of the car, but I didn’t have to regret it. The CVT from Toyota pleasantly surprised, if not shocked. Precise and predictable handling even on rough roads.

The noise is muffled, but the stones hitting the arches are clearly audible in the cabin. And the interior is comfortable and spacious. I liked the lighting, but was confused that there was no light in the glove compartment.

It’s nice that the heated seats have two positions; until winter sets in, it’s difficult to check them for sure, but it seems that even with January frosts the driver will not freeze in the car.”

In the video, a review of the Toyota Corolla 2014:

Arthur, 22 years old. Car - Toyota Corolla 1.6 (MT), mileage - 500 km.

“The paintwork on the new Corolla is better, but the car still doesn’t reach the level offered by Russian roads, although the interior surprised me. I used to drive an old Toyota, so I know where to look for flaws. After two months of driving, I discovered unpleasant chips on the paintwork. And this despite the fact that I only use the car within the city.

Noise insulation is excellent, but the engine lacks dynamics. As before, however. You won’t get any excitement or aggression from the engine, but it’s only for the sake of it that I chose the manual. On the other hand, fuel consumption is ideal. 7–8.5 liters per 100 km (within the city). Outside the city, it seems a little less. A car for a leisurely, smooth, even relaxed ride.

The controls are pleasant, precise, with good response."

Source: http://365cars.ru/obzor/tojota-korolla.html

Review of Toyota Corolla (1997-2002) pros and cons

Toyota Corolla (1997-2002) - the eighth generation debuted in May 1997.

The new generation inherited from its predecessor a power frame of the body, onto which new panels were hung. Finally, the concern decided to give its most popular model a non-trivial appearance, which immediately set it apart from its classmates.

For more than three decades, the Corolla family has been part of Toyota's production program. The model has retained its originality for many years, which most fully meets the tastes of European buyers. The Japanese car is very durable, reliable and has all the necessary equipment.

The original “pop-eyed” design of the model is purely Japanese. The interior of the car has good finishing materials, convenient controls and good ergonomics. On the secondary market, the car can be found in the following body styles: 3 and 5-door hatchback, sedan and station wagon.

Corolla of this generation was assembled in Japan, Great Britain and Turkey. The independent suspension on all wheels was also kept the same and only slightly modified. Engines for the European market were left with a less sophisticated design (without compressors and 20-valve cylinder heads.

Stability thanks to the independent rigid suspension is excellent, but its short travel and, as a result, strong kickback when driving over large bumps are tiring. So Corolla is a car for good roads. The brakes, equipped with ABS, are quite informative, but when it operates, the pedal feels intermittent.

The cost of some spare parts for the model is as follows: front shock absorber – $65, rear shock absorber – $55, oil filter – $10, air filter – $9, fuel filter – $13.

Toyota Corolla is a smart investment. Although the car from the land of the rising sun does not have a very expressive appearance, it is able to please the owner with its reliability and quality for many years.

The choice of engines for the European model is small: the base is a 1.4-liter 16-valve 4E 86-horsepower with a carburetor. The 4E-FE 88-horsepower engine with injection has very moderate dynamics, although it pulls at low revs.

Engine with a displacement of 1.6 liters and a power of 110 hp. much more dynamic: acceleration to hundreds occurs in 10.2 seconds, and the maximum speed reaches 195 km/h. Diesel 2C-E with a displacement of 2.0 liters and a power of 72 hp.

They are mainly installed on sedan.

The body is of good build quality and is resistant to corrosion. The car is quite strong and reliable.

Chassis – Quite stiff suspension. On the one hand, it negatively affects comfort, but on the other hand, in terms of reliability it is considered one of the best in the class. Quite reliable. Cars from 1997-2002 are often found with defective batteries. In general, electrical problems are the most common.

Transmission - automatic transmission (4 steps) and manual transmission (5 steps) almost never cause problems or troubles for car owners. Cars with a 1.4 engine often have a worn clutch. This is understandable; when starting from a standstill, the weak motor has to be cranked up quite a bit. On diesel engines (mostly manufactured in 1994), failures of the water pumps of the cooling system are sometimes encountered.

Engine - Japanese power units (1.4 and 1.6) are very reliable. The main thing is not to spare money on their maintenance and consumables. Sometimes problems arise with the engine: tendency to overheat, oil leakage, antifreeze.

There are often cars on sale with burnt head gaskets. The choice of engines is very modest: petrol 1.4 and 1.6 and diesel 2.0.

The latest engine, alas, is far from modern engines and will not suit everyone (it is very sluggish, and also excessively noisy).

+ Strong and durable car, high build quality, comfortable interior and spacious luggage compartment, flexible engines.
– Modest range of engines, expensive spare parts, unique appearance.

Our rating:

Reliability: 9/10

Comfort: 5/10

Value for money: 8/10

Price: $8 000 – $12 500

Source: http://www.AutoNavigator.ru/guides/second-hand/Toyota/Corolla/13501.html

Review of engines installed on Toyota Corolla. A-series

The A Series is a family of 1.3 to 1.8 liter inline 4-cylinder engines manufactured by Toyota Motor Corporation. The development of the first engines in the series began in the late 70s.

The main goal of the designers was to create an economical and high-performance engine that meets modern realities.

Initially, it was planned to equip the Toyota Tercel, which was successfully selling at that time, with engines of this series, however, later the line of engines received much wider use.

2A
2A with a volume of 1.3 liters was produced from 1979 to 1989. All its versions were carburetor with a single-shaft 8-valve timing belt driven.

First generation 2A.

2A, 2A-L, 2A-LC

Corolla AE80 1983–1985 (Japan, 2A-LC Australia).

Second generation 2A.

2A-U, 2A-LU

Corolla AE80 1983–1985 (Japan only)
Corolla II AL20 1982–1986 (Japan only)

3A-U, 3A-LU
1.5 liter 3A engines were produced between 1979 and 1989. The design is similar to 2A, however, by increasing the piston stroke, it was possible to obtain higher torque at low engine speeds.

Engine 3A-U 1979.

Corolla AE70 1979–1983 (Japan only)
Corolla AE81/85 1983–1987 (Japan only)
Corolla II AL21 1982–1986 (Japan only)
Sprinter AE70 1979–1983 (Japan only)
Sprinter AE81/85 1983–1987 (Japan only)
Sprinter Carib AL25 1982–1988 (Japan only)

3A-HU

Corolla II AL21 1982–1984 (Japan only)

3A-SU

Corolla II AL21 1984–1986 (Japan only)
Sprinter Carib AL25 1984–1988 (Japan only)

4A 4A engines were produced from 1980 to 1998. All modifications have a volume of 1.6 liters (1.587 cm3). The cylinder diameter increased (compared to 3A) to 81 mm versus 77, the height remained the same. To obtain more power, the engine became more “high-speed”.

A large number of versions of the basic 4A were created, from single-shaft SOHC with two valves per cylinder, to twin-shaft DOHC with five. The power of modifications varies from 70 hp. (52 kW) at 4800 rpm on 4A-C up to 170 hp. (125 kW) at 6400 rpm on a turbocharged 4A-GZE.

4A, 4A-C, 4A-L, 4A-LC

Engine 4A-C.

Engines for the North American market:

— 4A-C 1.6 l I4, SOHC with 8 valves, carburetor, 90 hp. (67 kW) at 4800 rpm

Engines for the European market:

— 4A-C 1.6 l I4, SOHC with 8 valves, carburetor, 84 hp. (63 kW) at 4800 rpm

Engines for the Australian market:

— 4A-C 1.6 l I4, SOHC with 8 valves, carburetor, 78 hp. (58 kW) 4800 rpm

Corolla AE71 1982–1984 (North America, Australia and South Africa only)
Corolla AE82/86 1983–1987 (Japan)

4A-ELU
The first of the series to receive fuel injection. Its use allowed the engine to have a power of 78 hp. (58 kW) at 4000 rpm for export versions, and 100 hp. (75 kW) at 5600 rpm for the domestic market.

Corolla AE82 1983–1987 (Japan only)
Sprinter AE82 1983–1987 (Japan only)

4A-F
This 16-valve carburetor engine produces 94 hp. (70 kW) at 6000 rpm was produced from 1987 until the end of the 90s.

Engine 4A-F.

Сorolla AE92/95 1987–1992 (Japan)
Сorolla AE95 1988–1989 (Japan only)
Сorolla AE101 1992–1998 (Asia, Africa and Latin America)
Сorolla AE111 1997–2001 (Asia, Africa and Latin America)

4A-FE

Produced from 1987 to 1998, the 4A-FE is a descendant of the carburetor 4A-F.
When developing the 4A-FE, the goal was to make the engine economical; for this purpose it was equipped with electronic distributed injection (which is its main difference from the otherwise similar carburetor 4A-F). The two generations of this engine are clearly distinguishable externally.

The first generation (1987-1993) has a plate on the narrow valve cover “16 valve EFI”. The second generation features a taller flat valve cover with fins along its entire length, as well as the installation of fuel injectors in the exhaust manifold. In addition, the latest engine models used a MAP sensor, different shaped pistons and an intake manifold.

The second generation 4A-FE was produced from 1992 to 1998 (1993–1997 for the USA).

First generation 4A-FE.
Second generation 4A-FE.

Corolla AE92/95 1988–1997
Corolla AE101/104/109 1991–2002
Corolla AE111/114 1995–2002
Corolla Ceres AE101 1992–1998 (Japan only)
Corolla AE111 Spacio 1997–2001 (Japan only)
Sprinter AE95 1989–1991 (Japan only)
Sprinter AE101/104/109 1992–2002 (Japan only)
Sprinter AE111/114 1995–1998 (Japan only)
Sprinter Carib AE95, 1988–1990 (Japan only)
Sprinter Carib AE111/114, 1996–2001 (Japan only)
Sprinter Marino AE101 1992–1998 (Japan only)
Corolla/Conquest AE92/AE111 1993–2002 (South Africa)

4A-FHE

Differs from the first generation 4A-FE with slightly more power (109 hp (81 kW) at 6000 rpm). Received the name EFI-S.

Sprinter Carib AE95, 1990–1995 (Japan only)

4A-GE (with 16 valves)

The 4A-GE was one of the first 4-cylinder engines to have both a two-shaft (DOHC) 16-valve timing system (4 valves per cylinder, 2 intake, 2 exhaust) and electronic distributed injection (EFI).
The cylinder head for it was developed jointly with Yamaha Motor Corporation.

The power and reliability of the engine immediately earned it a large number of fans. Fans began installing 4A-GE (swap) on Toyota models such as KE70 and KP61. Due to its great popularity, new spare parts for this engine can still be found on sale.

From 1983 to 1991, three generations of the 16-valve version were released, from 1991 to 1998, two generations of the 20-valve version 4A-GE.

First generation 4A-GE (“blue and black top”). The first generation 4A-GE was produced from May 1983 to May 1987. It had a power of 112 hp. (84 kW) at 6600 rpm. The engine is easily recognizable by its silver valve cover with inscriptions in blue and black letters, for which it was often called “blue and black top”. There was also another nickname in circulation - “Bigport”. Already on the first generation 4A-GE there was T-VIS: a system for changing the geometry of the intake manifold. Depending on the region where the engine was sold, it was possible to find versions with both MAP and MAF sensors.

Second generation 4A-GE (“black and red top”).

The second generation 4A-GE was produced from 1987 to 1989.

The second generation 4A-GE had a silver valve cover with black and red lettering, earning the engine the nickname "black and red top". The engine, with the same power as the first generation 4A-GE, featured larger gears and a cylinder block reinforced with 7 fins, while the earlier version had 3.

At the same time, the turbocharged 4A-GZE was developed.

4A-GZE

Engine 4A-GZE.

This engine was produced from 1986 to 1995. Built on the same block and cylinder head as the 4A-GE, the GZE received a Roots-type turbocharger capable of delivering 0.6 bar of pressure; forged pistons and a compression ratio reduced to 8:1. Although the head design (ports and timing) remained the same, the T-VIS system on the 4A-GZE was abandoned.

The engine produced 145 hp. (107 kW) at 6400 rpm. In 1990, the engine was re-equipped with an updated ("smallport") cylinder head, MAP D-Jetronic sensor and a more compact turbocharger with a pressure of up to 0.7 bar. The compression ratio has been increased to 8.9:1. Engine power increased to 165 hp. (121 kW) for Toyota Corolla AE92 1990-1991 model year and 170 hp.

(125 kW) for AE101.

AE92 Corolla 1987–1991 (Japan only)
AE101 Corolla 1991–1995 (Japan only)
AE92 Sprinter 1987–1991 (Japan only)
AE101 Sprinter 1991–1995 (Japan only)

Third generation 4A-GE (“red top”).

The third generation 4A-GE, "red top", was produced from 1989 to 1991.

The engine's valve cover was silver with red lettering, which is how it got its nickname.
Changes in the engine compared to the previous generation affected the compression ratio (increased to 10.3:1 from 9.

4:1), the shape and size of the intake manifold (another nickname “smallport”), oil nozzles were introduced to cool the pistons, the diameter of the piston pin increased from 18 to 20 mm. Similarly with the previous model, depending on the region of sale, there were versions with both MAP and MAF sensors.

The third generation 4A-GE developed 140 hp. (100 kW) at 7200 rpm.

Corolla saloon FX AE82, 1984.10–1987
Corolla Levin AE86 1983.05–1987
Corolla AE92 1987–1993
Sprinter AE82 1984.10–1987 (Japan only)
Sprinter Trueno AE86 1983.05–1987 (Japan only)
Sprinter AE92 1987–1992 (Japan only)
Sprinter GLi Twincam/Conquest RSi AE86/AE92 1986–1993 (South Africa)
Chevrolet Nova (based on Corolla AE82)

4A-GE (with 20 valves)

Fourth generation 4A-GE (“Silver Top”).

The fourth generation 4A-GE was produced from 1991 to 1995. The engine has a silver valve cover with chrome lettering, for which it received the nickname “silver top”.

The cylinder head design was redesigned, the engine received three intake valves per cylinder, and the compression ratio was increased (10.5:1). In addition, a VVT system has been introduced. The engine intake has also been changed.

4A-GE develops 160 hp. (118 kW) at 7400 rpm.

Corolla Ceres AE101 1991–1998 (Japan only)
Sprinter AE101 1991–1998 (Japan only)
Sprinter Marino AE101 1991–1998 (Japan only)
Corolla AE101 1991–2000 (Japan only)

Fifth generation 4A-GE (“Black Top”).

The fifth generation 4A-GE was produced from 1995 to 1998. The engine received the nickname “black top” for the corresponding design of the valve cover. The engine received an even higher compression ratio (11:1); The MAF, which was equipped with the “silver top”, replaced the MAP, and the intake underwent another change.

In addition, the engine received a lightweight flywheel, and since 1997 it has been equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission (C160). The engine develops power of 165 hp. (121 kW) at 7800 rpm.

The fifth generation 4A-GE is one of the most advanced naturally aspirated engines produced by Toyota Motor Corporation and is widely used throughout the world for swapping older models, as well as in motorsports, particularly drifting.

Corolla BZ touring wagon AE101G 1995–1999 (Japan)
Corolla AE111 1995–2000 (Japan only)
Sprinter AE111 1995–1998 (Japan only)
Sprinter Carib AE111 1997–2000 (Japan only)
Corolla RSi and RXi AE111 1997–2002 (South Africa)

5A
5A engines in their design repeat the solutions used in the production of 4A (F, FE) with the interchangeability of most components and assemblies.

The main difference lies in the displacement of these engines.
The 5A-F engine with a volume of 1.5 liters (1498 cm3), as well as its injection version 5A-FE, were developed in 1987. The engine has a cylinder diameter of 78.

7 mm, height 77 mm, 16 cells. twin-shaft cylinder head (DOHC).

5A-F

Engine 5A-F.

The carburetor version 5A has a power of 85 hp. (63 kW) at 6000 rpm.

AE91 Corolla 1987–1989 (Japan only)
AE91 Sprinter 1987–1989 (Japan only)

5A-FE

Engine 5A-FE.

The early injection version 5A has a power of 104 hp. (78 kW) at 6000 rpm. Later version - 100 hp. (75 kW) at 5600 rpm.

AE91 Corolla 1989–1992 (Japan only)
AE100 Corolla 1991–2000 (Japan only)
AE110 Corolla 1995–2000 (Japan only)
AE100 Corolla Ceres 1992–1998 (Japan only)
AT170 Corona 1989–1992 (Japan only)
AE91 Sprinter 1989–1992 (Japan only)
AE100 Sprinter 1991–1995 (Japan only)
AE110 Sprinter 1995–2000 (Japan only)
AE100 Sprinter Marino 1992–1998 (Japan only)

5A-FHE

Structurally, this engine is designed in the same way as the first generation 5A-FE, but produces slightly more power - 120 hp. (EFI-S). The increase in power comes from a slightly larger throttle.

AE91 Corolla 1989–1992 ( Japan only)
AE91 Sprinter 1989–1992 (Japan only)
AE91 Toyota G Touring 1994–1999 (Japan only)
AE100 Toyota G Touring 1994–1999 (Japan only)

The 1.4L 6A-FC was the only 6A engine produced from 1989 to 1992. The engine was a two-shaft (DOHC) 16-valve engine with 82 hp. (61 kW).

AE90 Corolla 1989–1992 (Australia only)

7A
The A series engine with the largest displacement is the 7A-FE with a displacement of 1.8 liters (1762 cm3). Structurally identical to the 4A, 7A-FE was produced from 1993 to 1998. The cylinder diameter is 81 mm, height is 85.5 mm.

Engine 7A-FE.

Engine power for different markets was different: for North America (Canada, 1993 -1994) - 115 hp. (86 kW) at 5600 rpm for North America (Canada, 1995 -1997) - 105 hp. (78 kW) at 5200 rpm

for Asia and Russia - 120 hp. (89 kW) at 6000 rpm

Officially, Toyota Motors Corporation never released the 7A-GE, but craftsmen around the world, using the 7A cylinder block, crankshaft, connecting rods, and the 4A-GE cylinder head and pistons, build such “hybrids.” Also, there is a theoretical possibility of building 7A-GZE.