Corolla Refreshed

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With new compact sedans like the Chevrolet Cruze and Hyundai Elantra challenging the  Corolla, Toyota is fighting back with a refreshed 2011 model, due to debut at the  Los Angeles Auto Show.

Refining the formula for 2011 starts with a few exterior modifications. The new  front grille is easy to spot. The taillights have a new design, as well, and the  side view mirrors are larger. As on any properly refreshed model, the wheel covers  and alloy wheels have been redesigned. Toyota notes that the Corolla’s design was  created with input from design studios in Turin, Italy, but P.M.News Motoring think  it’s safe to say the Corolla still isn’t the segment’s style leader.

The 1.8-litre engine is paired with a five-speed manual transmission or a four-speed  automatic Electronically Controlled Transmission (ECT) on the base Toyota Corolla,  while the LE model features the four-speed automatic standard. The four-speed  automatic uses a torque converter with flex lockup for increased fuel efficiency, as  well as uphill/downhill shift control. For a more engaging driving experience, the  driver can shift the four-speed automatic manually by moving the shift lever to the  left from its “D” position into the “S” position, then pushing forward for upshifts  and back for downshifts. An indicator inside the combination gauge shows the gear  selected. The 1.8-litre engine on the Corolla S transmits power through the  five-speed manual transmission or the four-speed automatic.

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Inside, Toyota has paid attention to details most consumers might actually notice.  That includes a new seat colour and pattern, as well as a new colour on the door  trim. The steering wheel is new. When the 2011 sedan goes on sale in December, it  will offer two new colours according to manufacturers.

Toyota says the 2011 Corolla will come with two years or 25,000 miles of  complimentary maintenance, like all new Toyotas. Will this be enough to fight off  new compact sedan competitors? Wait just a few months and we’ll have the answer.

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