Asia An upmarket version of the ninth generation Corolla, dubbed the
Corolla Altis, is manufactured and sold in countries such as
India,
Indonesia,
Malaysia,
Pakistan, the
Philippines,
Singapore,
Taiwan,
Thailand and
Vietnam. It debuted in March 2001 as a bigger and more luxurious variant of the Japanese Corolla, featuring unique interior and exterior panels that separates it from the basic Corolla. The Corolla Altis is targeted at consumers who prefer more comfort than the standard Corolla but do not wish to buy the more luxurious
Camry. Two versions of engines are available: the 81 kW (110 bhp), 1.6 L
3ZZ-FE engine and the 100 kW (134 bhp), 1.8 L
1ZZ-FE engine, both with
VVT-i technology. In October 2003, the Corolla Altis received its first facelift. Changes include a new grille design, a sleeker front bumper, redesigned fog lamps, new LED tail lights, different alloy wheels and minor interior updates (auto climate control became a standard feature in lower end variants). Two years later, to keep up with its newer competitors, the Corolla Altis received its second facelift. Exterior changes include another redesigned grille, redesigned chrome rear license plate ornament, a new third LED brake light, and new audio switches on the steering wheel. China would also receive two additional facelifts for the Corolla Altis (sold as the Corolla EX in that region) in 2010 and 2013, featuring redesigned front and rear fascia's.
Thailand The Corolla Altis was introduced in Thailand on 16 May 2001 making it the first country in Southeast Asia to get this model. It is offered a total of three grades (J, E and G), paired with either 1.6-litre 3ZZ-FE and 1.8-litre 1ZZ-FE engine that is standard with Variable Valve Timing with Intelligence (
VVT-i). The J grade was marketed simply as
Corolla, while the E and G grades were marketed as
Corolla Altis. The 1.8S grade was added in June 2002, the specs are the same with the 1.8G grade but it is added with rear spoiler and side skirts. In January 2003, a low end variant of the Corolla and Corolla Altis is also branded as the
Toyota Limo, featuring lower spec and intended for taxi businesses in Thailand. Unlike the two aforementioned models, it is powered with the 1.6-litre
DOHC non-VVTi
4A-FE engine paired with either 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission. Due to being the commercial grade of the Corolla lineup, it doesn't have any power features except for steering, but it has 3-spoke PVC steering wheel, single-din AM/FM stereo with mechanical-operated cassette player, manual dial-type air conditioning system, grey Vinyl seats, 14-inch steel wheels, and doesn't includes tachometer and ABS (Anti-lock braking system) with EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) unlike on the regular Corolla and Corolla Altis models. It is not to be confused with the low end taxi version of the
Toyota Vios which is also called
Toyota Limo in Indonesia. Marketed as Corolla: •
1.6 J – 1.6 litre
DOHC 3ZZ-FE VVT-i engine, 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmissions, 4-spoke urethane steering wheel steering wheel, includes tachometer, power steering, windows and door locks, colour-keyed door handles, standard instrument cluster panel, single-din AM/FM radio with full-logic cassette player, manual linear-type airconditioning system, gray Fabric seats, 14-inch alloy rims, includes ABS (Anti-lock braking system) with EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution and Driver's airbag). Marketed as Corolla Altis: •
1.6 E – 1.6 litre
DOHC 3ZZ-FE VVT-i engine, 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmissions, 4-spoke urethane steering wheel steering wheel, same specifications and features as the 1.6J with the inclusion of power mirrors, single-din AM/FM radio with CD player, mixed beige Fabric and Leather seats, height adjustment on driver's seat and 15-inch alloy rims. •
1.8 E – 1.8 litre
DOHC 1ZZ-FE VVT-i engine, 4-speed automatic transmission with Super ECT (Sequential-type), 4-spoke leather wrapped beige steering wheel, same features as the 1.6E with the inclusion of power retractable mirrors, chrome door handles, Optitron instrument cluster panel, double-din AM/FM radio with CD player capable of playing 6 (six) CDs, full-logic automatic climate control and Dual SRS airbags. •
1.8 G – 1.8 litre
DOHC 1ZZ-FE VVT-i engine, 4-speed automatic transmission with Super ECT (Sequential-type), 4-spoke leather wrapped beige steering wheel with wood grain trims, same specifications and features as 1.8E trim with the addition of authentic beige Leather seats, Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and Traction Control (TRC). •
1.8 S – 1.8 litre
DOHC 1ZZ-FE VVT-i engine, 4-speed automatic transmission with Super ECT (Sequential-type), same specifications and features as 1.8 G trim with the addition of sporty black leather seats, elimination of wood grain trim on the interior, a new sporty chrome-metal ball-shape gear knob, side skirts and rear spoiler, added in June 2002. The facelifted Corolla Altis was revealed for the first time on 19 November 2003. It received a new grille design, a sleeker front bumper, redesigned fog lamps, new LED tail lights, different alloy wheels and minor interior updates. The trims remained the same as the pre-facelift model, but the ABS with EBD function were removed for the 1.6J and 1.6E grades, the 1.6E Plus grade was added to the lineup in August 2005. More than One year after its release, the taxi-oriented Limo gets the pre-facelift Altis grille design in July 2004, the features remained the same as the pre-facelift model and it is still powered by the 1.6-litre
4A-FE engine still paired either with 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission. Marketed as Corolla: •
1.6 J – 1.6 litre
DOHC 3ZZ-FE VVT-i engine, 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmissions, 3-spoke polyurethane steering wheel, includes tachometer, power steering, windows and door locks, colour-keyed door handles, standard instrument cluster panel, single-din AM/FM radio with full-logic cassette player, manual linear-type airconditioning system, gray Fabric seats, 15-inch alloy wheels. Marketed as Corolla Altis: •
1.6 E – 1.6 litre
DOHC 3ZZ-FE VVT-i engine, 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmissions, 3-spoke urethane steering wheel, same specifications and features as the 1.6J trim with the inclusion of power mirrors, double-din AM/FM radio with CD player, beige Fabric seats and height adjustment on driver's seat. •
1.6 E Plus – 1.6 litre
DOHC 3ZZ-FE VVT-i engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, 4-spoke urethane steering wheel, same specifications and features as the 1.6E with the inclusion of ABS (Anti-lock braking system) with EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) and Driver's airbag. •
1.8 E – 1.8 litre
DOHC 1ZZ-FE VVT-i engine, 4-speed automatic transmission with Super ECT (Sequential-type), 4-spoke leather wrapped steering wheel, same features as the 1.6G with the inclusion of wood grain accents trimmed on the interior, chrome door handles, optitron instrument cluster panel, double-din AM/FM radio with CD player capable of playing 6 (six) CDs, full-logic automatic climate control, Dual SRS airbags and 16-inch multi-spoke alloy rims. •
1.8 G – 1.8 litre
DOHC 1ZZ-FE VVT-i engine, 4-speed automatic transmission with Super ECT (Sequential-type), 4-spoke leather wrapped steering wheel with wood grain trims, same specifications and features as 1.8E trim with the addition of authentic beige Leather seats, multi-information display, Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and Traction Control (TRC). •
1.8 S – 1.8 litre
DOHC 1ZZ-FE VVT-i engine, 4-speed automatic transmission with Super ECT (Sequential-type), same specifications and features as 1.8E trim with the addition of sporty Black leather seats, elimination of wood grain accents trimmed on the interior, new sporty chrome-metal ball-shape gear knob, side skirts and rear spoiler. The Corolla Altis was facelifted for the second time in June 2006, Exterior changes include another redesigned grille, redesigned chrome rear license plate ornament, a new third LED brake light, new optitron instrument cluster design for higher grades and new audio switches on the steering wheel. The 1.6E Plus grade was rebranded as the 1.6G grade, the 1.8S grade gained with Touchscreen head unit with AM/FM/CD/AUX functionality with capability of playing DVDs. The taxi-only Limo gets the first facelift Altis grille design in October 2006, it gained some features such as power windows, door locks, single-din AM/FM radio with CD player and 14-inch alloy rims that is similar to the Corolla 1.6J model from 2001. It is now powered by the 1.6
3ZZ-FE engine paired with either 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission similar to the Regular Corolla and Corolla Altis models. Marketed as Corolla: •
1.6 J – 1.6 litre
DOHC 3ZZ-FE VVT-i engine, 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmissions, 3-spoke polyurethane steering wheel, includes tachometer, power steering, windows and door locks, colour-keyed door handles, standard instrument cluster panel, double-din AM/FM radio with CD player and Auxiliary input, manual linear-type airconditioning system, gray Fabric seats, 15-inch alloy wheels. Marketed as Corolla Altis: •
1.6 E – 1.6 litre
DOHC 3ZZ-FE VVT-i engine, 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmissions, 3-spoke urethane steering wheel, same specifications and features with the 1.6J trim with the inclusion of power mirrors with power retractable function on automatic variant, colour-keyed door handles, double-din AM/FM radio with CD player, beige Fabric seats and height adjustment on driver's seat. •
1.6 G – 1.6 litre
DOHC 3ZZ-FE VVT-i engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, 4-spoke urethane steering wheel, same specifications and features as the 1.6E with the inclusion of wood grain accents trimmed on the interior, authentic beige Leather seats, ABS (Anti-lock braking system) with EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) and Driver's airbag. •
1.8 E – 1.8 litre
DOHC 1ZZ-FE VVT-i engine, 4-speed automatic transmission with Super ECT (Sequential-type), 4-spoke leather wrapped steering wheel with wood grain trims, same features as the 1.6G with the inclusion of a redesigned optitron instrument cluster panel, double-din AM/FM radio with CD player capable of playing 6 (six) CDs and Auxiliary Input and 16-inch multi-spoke alloy rims. •
1.8 G – 1.8 litre
DOHC 1ZZ-FE VVT-i engine, 4-speed automatic transmission with Super ECT (Sequential-type), same specifications and features as 1.8E trim with the addition of authentic beige Leather seats, multi-information display, Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and Traction Control (TRC). •
1.8 S – 1.8 litre
DOHC 1ZZ-FE VVT-i engine, 4-speed automatic transmission with Super ECT (Sequential-type), 4-spoke leather wrapped steering wheel with sporty black colour, same specifications and features as 1.8G trim with the addition of Touchscreen head unit with AM/FM/CD/AUX functionality with capability of playing DVDs, sporty Black leather seats, elimination of wood grain accents trimmed on the interior, side skirts and rear spoiler.
Indonesia In Indonesia, the Corolla Altis was introduced in July 2001 and it is offered with three grades (J and G) replacing the 8th generation of Corolla since 1996–2001 with two grades (SEG and XLI).
Malaysia In Malaysia, the Corolla Altis was introduced in late 2001. Notably in Malaysia the models sold had tail lights that are identical to the models that are sold outside of Asia and Southeast Asia. It features three-round insets for the tail lamps instead of the standard single round inset used in other Asian markets. These were later replaced with the standard single round insets from 2004. Both the 1.6 L and 1.8 L models were sold in Malaysia. A new aerokit and new wing mirrors with signal indicators (similar to the 2007 Camry) is available as an optional package in Malaysia.
Philippines In the Philippines, the Corolla Altis was launched in September 2001 and it came in four trim levels: 1.6 J, 1.6 E, 1.6 G and the highest-spec 1.8 G. The first two comes in both 5-speed manual transmission and 4-speed automatic transmission, while the latter two comes only in 4-speed automatic transmissions. It has improved features and more premium amenities compared to
its predecessor. The facelifted Corolla Altis was introduced in December 2003 and it came in same four trims: the base-grade 1.6 J which is paired with 5-speed manual transmission, 1.6 E which are paired with both 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmissions, 1.8 E, and the top-spec 1.8 G which are only paired with 4-speed automatic transmissions. It has added some features such as 8-way power adjustment seats, power retractable side mirrors, etc. In January 2006, a 1.6 S trim was added to the lineup. Based on the base J trim, it came with extras such as the body kits, front fog lamps, mesh-type grille, 15-inch S-type alloy wheels, 2-DIN audio system with MP3, leather shift knob, 4-spoke leather steering wheel and leather seats and door trims.
Singapore In Singapore, Toyota's exclusive authorised dealer Borneo Motors originally sold the Japanese version of the Corolla in 1.5L (LX, XLi) and 1.6L (LX). The facelift Japanese Corolla was launched in September 2003, featuring dual headlamp lamp clusters, updated tail lamp design and front bumper and chrome horizontal grille. It was later replaced with the Corolla Altis in August 2004 with 1.6L and 1.8L variants in automatic transmissions only. The 1.8L model offered optitron display for the speedometer clusters, rain sensors and a zig-zag automatic gearshift layout and some 1.8 model batches included a full body kit as standard. In late 2007, the Corolla Altis was offered in a limited run where the 1.6 models featured interior silver panel trims, and updated double-din head unit, 15” double-spoke rims, honeycomb grille (adapted from the Corolla S) and body kit with a boot-lid spoiler with a special Limited Edition sticker at the boot. With large numbers sold and production lasting for seven years, the E120 Corolla Altis is among the all-time most popular Corollas in Asia.
ASEAN market engines: • 3ZZ-FE — 1.6 L (1598 cc)
I4, 16 Valve, DOHC, VVT-i,
EFI with 3-way catalytic converter. Maximum output: / 6,000 rpm and maximum torque: / 4,400 rpm. • 1ZZ-FE — 1.8 L (1794 cc) I4, 16 Valve, DOHC, VVT-i, EFI with 3-way catalytic converter. Maximum output: / 6,000 rpm and maximum torque: / 4,200 rpm.
China The ninth generation Corolla was sold in China as the
Corolla EX through
FAW Toyota. It launched in February 2004 and was sold alongside the
newer tenth-generation Corolla in its later years. It was also known as the
花冠 (Hua Guan) which is a direct translation of 'Corolla' (crown of the flower) in Mandarin Chinese. In November 2012, the 1ZR-FE was supplanted by the almost identical
4ZR-FE dual VVT-i engine, also producing . About three facelifts occurred during its run, one in 2006 and another in 2010 and 2013, featuring cosmetic changes to the front and rear fascia's among others. Production lasted for 13 years—longer than most other Corolla generations—with production being stopped on 17 February 2017. An electric variant of the Corolla EX was produced and was called the Ranz E50 EV by the automotive marque
Ranz, which was owned by Sichuan FAW Toyota Motor. Production for the Ranz E50 EV commenced in April 2015.
North America The North American Corolla was designed to be larger than the Japanese Corolla, and was based on the Corolla Altis distributed in Southeast Asia. It came to the United States in January 2002 for the 2003 model year, following its unveiling at the
2002 North American International Auto Show in January. The 1998 E120 design proposal by Masao Saito's had been frozen for production in early 1999, with patents filed on 22 July 1999 at the Japan Patent Office under patent number 1120997. Trim levels offered were CE, LE, and S, continuing from the previous generation. Production for the ninth-generation Corolla ended in December 2007, with the
tenth-generation Corolla introduced in January 2008 as a 2009 model. The Corolla carried over the
1ZZ-FE of the previous generation, with a plastic intake manifold. Power output was increased to 130 hp. The Corolla grew in height from the previous generation, and used larger 15-inch wheels, resulting in increased size and weight compared to the previous generation. The S trim level featured sportier front and rear bumpers and side skirts, but maintained side skirts and fog lights like the previous model. Official Toyota accessories available through dealerships for all ninth generation Corollas include: front-end mask, gold emblem package, mudguards, 15" flared 5-spoke aluminium alloy wheels, wheel locks, simulated carbon fibre dash appliqué, simulated blackwood dash appliqué, auto-dimming
electrochromic rearview mirror, ashtray cup, carpeted floor mats, all-weather floor mats, cargo net, cargo mat, Cargo-Logic cargo mat by Nifty Products, cargo tote, first aid kit, Toyota VIP RS3200 remote keyless security system (CE, S), Toyota VIP RS3200 Plus security system (S, LE), and a CD autochanger (6-disc). In 2004, for the 2005 model year, the exterior styling was refreshed with revised front bumper and grille, clear rear turn signal lenses, and updated wheel covers for the CE and LE trims. Interior differences include white on black Optitron gauges for the LE trim, a rear center headrest, and an updated radio head unit. Certain models were updated with Electronic Throttle Bodies and an Anti-Lock Braking System. The Manual transmission was dropped for the CE and LE trims, and was only available on the S. a sporty XRS model (ZZE131), introduced in 2004 between the 2005 and 2006 model years only, featured the high-revving at 7,600 rpm, at 4,400 rpm
2ZZ-GE engine and 6-speed
manual from the
Toyota Celica GT-S and
Lotus Elise. The 2ZZ-GE motor was developed with collaboration from
Yamaha Motor Corporation (like other wide-angle head GE, GTE, and GZE Toyota engines), and uses similar technologies found in its sibling motor the
1ZZ-FE. The XRS was very similar to its Corolla S cousin in appearance, however there are significant changes to the mechanical components. The 2ZZ-GE uses a cable throttle (unlike the
electronic throttle control of the 2ZZ-GE in the later years of the Celica GT-S) with a lift set-point at 6,700 rpm and an 8,200 rpm redline. The close ratio C60 6-speed manual transmission (also found in the
Toyota Matrix XRS) was the only transmission available. The sport-tuned suspension lowered the Corolla XRS by . A Yamaha designed brace spans the front strut towers as well as a X-brace for the rear towers. The steering column is thicker and the power steering system is unique. The rear drum brakes from the S (and other Corolla trims) were replaced with the drum-in-disc brakes from the Celica GT-S and the ABS system was upgraded to a four-channel with EBD (
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution). Absent are
Traction Control and
Stability Control Systems (VSC). The Corolla XRS was given 5 spoke 16-inch painted aluminium alloy wheels (similar to the Matrix) and Michelin Pilot Primacy P195/55-R16 summer performance tires, equipped with a
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). The wheels are the most noticeable difference in exterior appearance from the Corolla S that features 6-spoke 15-inch alloy wheels. Other exterior differences being the key coloured grill surround (other trims have chrome), XRS badge at the back, rear discs, and a slightly lowered appearance. The interior features a three-spoke leather wrapped steering wheel from the Celica, leather shift knob, and leather shift boot from the Matrix XRS. Optitron gauges like those found in
Lexus vehicles replaced the standard red-on-white gauges of the Corolla S. The interior has dark blue plastic with silver accenting and beige pillars from the bottom of the windows to the beige headliner. The dashboard is black. The front seats were replaced with manually adjustable sports seats with more side bolstering. The 4 main seats are black cloth with a blue hexagon pattern and black cloth sides. The front floor mats are from the Corolla S. Due to the rear X-brace, the rear seats do not fold 60-40 like those found in the other Corolla trims. Colour choices for the Corolla XRS were Super White II, Silver Streak Mica, Phantom Gray Pearl, Black Sand Pearl, Impulse Red Pearl, and Indigo Ink Pearl. The Corolla XRS was on sale in the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. Toyota estimated to sell approximately 5,000 Corolla XRS per year. Production numbers have not been released, however it has been speculated that less than 7,000 were produced (unofficially estimated at 6,619 units). Unofficially, Toyota Canada has disclosed that 818 were sold MY (model year) 2005 and only 279 MY 2006, bringing a total of 1,097 Corolla XRS being sold in the country over the 2 model years. This limited production and minimal exterior differences resulted in the Corolla XRS being a unique
sleeper hiding among the extremely common Corolla S and is the final outright performance designed model from Toyota that was targeted towards "single male buyers" before the complete switch to the Toyotas'
Scion youth oriented brand. The
E140 Corolla XRS introduced for the 2009 model year as a successor used the 2.4L
2AZ-FE from the
Toyota Camry and
Scion tC and was available with a 5-speed manual or 5-speed automatic. While the 2009 Corolla XRS caters to a greater range of customers with the option of an automatic transmission, it is significantly slower than the previous generation and although its design intentions are similar, it is a different car from the original 2005 and 2006 Corolla XRS. To commemorate 20 years of building Toyota Corolla in Canada, Toyota Canada offered the 20th Anniversary Edition Corolla CE for the 2008 model year, which includes power door locks with keyless entry, cruise control, power windows with driver's side auto down, special edition badging, aluminium alloy wheels and power sunroof. North American market engines: • 2002–2008 —
1ZZ-FE – 1.8 L (1794 cc) I4, 16-valve
DOHC,
FI, VVT-i, 130 hp (97 kW) –
CE,
LE,
S (TRD 1.8 L Supercharger is available for this engine) • 2005, 2006 –
2ZZ-GE – 1.8 L (1796 cc) I4, 16-valve DOHC, FI, VVTL-i, 170 hp (127 kW) –
XRS South America In Brazil, the Corolla sedan and the Corolla Fielder wagon are built locally. It is available with the 1.6L
3ZZ-FE engine (sedan only) and the 1.8L
1ZZ-FE. The sedan is externally identical to both US and ASEAN (Altis) models, but the Fielder has different styling from the Japanese version. Starting from the 2008 model (released May 2007), the 1.8L
1ZZ-FBE engine has
flexible-fuel technology. Unlike most other flexible-fuel vehicles in Brazilian market, the Corolla Flex has the same power ratings either with
ethanol or petrol. == Safety ==