Toyota India has launched the new facelifted Corolla Altis in India. The new Corolla Altis gets host of new features including new design for bumpers, lights, alloys and the most prominent one is the all-new seven speed automatic continous variable transmission. Technically, there is no change and it is powered by same engines and is available in seven variants.
"Introducing the Stunning New Corolla Altis. A seamless blend of genius performance and gorgeous style. Get enthralled with the genius new Dual VVT-i engine and Super CVT-i with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic. Get enchanted with the mesmerising bold new stance. Experience the world's best-selling car that leads the times with new concepts and technologies."
Fast Facts About 2012 New Toyota Corolla Altis
- Tag line is - Genius inside. Gorgeous outside
- Features new front bumper, front grille and rear bumper
- Gets new front and rear fog lamps
- Gets new headlamps and tail lamps
- Gets new design for alloy wheels
- Features turn Indicators on outside rear view mirrors
- Features new steering wheel design
- Gets new color combination for interiors
- Gets seven speed automatic continous variable transmission
- Is powered by same petrol and diesel engines
- Is available in eight variants
- Is available in seven attractive shades
- Gets engine start/stop push button
Design and Styling of 2012 New Toyota Corolla Altis
The basic shape of new Toyota Corolla Altis is almost same and it gets only minor changes in the design of head lights, tail lights, front bumper, rear bumper, front grille and alloy wheels. Corolla Altis has a very convetional design but has been recieved very well by Indian customers who want a reliable, sturdy, powerful and comfortable sedan. This face-lift will give Corolla Altis a new lease of life and it is expected that it will help in booting the sales of the car. The top model of 2012 new Corolla Altis features alloy wheels, rear spoiler, front fog lights, rear fog lights and chrome finish front grille.
Interiors and comfort features of 2012 New Toyota Corolla Altis
The interiors of 2012 model of Toyota Corolla Altis are more or less same like the current generation model with changes limited only to new shade for the upholstery and new color for the wood finish on the central console. The interiors of Corolla Altis are very spacious and comfortable. The top model of 2012 new Corolla Altis features power windows, power steering, automatic climate control system, remote central locking, rear defogger, electrically adjustable outside rear view mirrors and steering mounted audio controls.
Engine Options of 2012 New Toyota Corolla Altis
- Petrol - 1794cc, 138 Bhp, 173 Nm
- Diesel - 1364cc, 87 Bhp, 205 Nm
2012 model of new Corolla Altis is powered by same engine. The petrol mill is 1794cc 4 cylinder one which generates maximum power of 138 Bhp with maximum torque of 173 Nm. The diesel new Corolla Altis is powered by 1364cc which generates maximum power of 87 Bhp and maximum torque of 205 Nm.
Variants of 2012 New Toyota Corolla Altis
2012 Corolla Altis will be available in eight variants:
- New 2012 Corolla Altis Petrol J
- New 2012 Corolla Altis Petrol G
- New 2012 Corolla Altis Petrol GL
- New 2012 Corolla Altis Petrol VL (Automatic)
- New 2012 Corolla Altis Petrol G-HV (Automatic)
- New 2012 Corolla Altis Diesel J
- New 2012 Corolla Altis Diesel G
- New 2012 Corolla Altis Diesel GL
Shades Available in 2012 New Toyota Corolla Altis
New Toyota Corolla Altis is available in seven attractive shades:
- Super White II
- White Pearl Mica
- Dark Red Mica Metallic
- Black Mica
- Champagne Mica Metallic
- Silver Mica Metallic
- Blue Metallic
About Toyota Corolla
The first generation Corolla blossomed way back in 1966 in Japan as a Toyota dream to produce a people's car. This rear wheel drive Toyota Corolla was an instant hit - an outstanding compact car that coupled striking appeal with the highest standards of performance. The first generation Corolla blossomed way back in 1966 in Japan as a Toyota dream to produce a people's car. This rear wheel drive Toyota Corolla was an instant hit - an outstanding compact car that coupled striking appeal with the highest standards of performance. The year 1974 saw the third generation Toyota Corolla, a masterpiece of engineering that grew on to become the best-selling vehicle in the world between 1974 and 1977.
Never content with success, the Toyota dream surged on, and 1979 saw the advent of the fourth generation Toyota Corolla, still with a rear wheel drive. 1984 was the year that saw significant changes in the Toyota Corolla. This fifth generation Corolla came with a front wheel drive, and a coupe version - the GT-S, with a 16-valve engine. Through the years the Toyota Corolla grew in terms of likeability and performance, and 1988 saw the arrival of the sixth generation Toyota Corolla. The seventh generation 1993 Corolla is one that looks familiar. That's when it moved to its current compact size. This 1993 Toyota Corolla is also famous for picking up a whole host of awards along the way.
1998 was a landmark year for the Toyota Corolla. It saw the arrival of the eighth generation Corolla that carried the awesome 1.8 litre engine under its hood. And what you see before you is the culmination of advanced styling, advanced comfort and advanced performance - the ninth generation Toyota Corolla. In its soul the Toyota Corolla carries a destiny - to stand for everything that represents perfection in the compact sedan category. A destiny that's reflected in the 3 Crore Corollas manufactured in over 150 countries across 14 factories, making it the world's highest selling car. With “dynamic” and “advance” as keywords, the New Corolla Altis’s style moves in a “dignified and youthful” direction. The items that satisfied customers were determined and then incorporated into the vehicle. The unified worldwide body developed was named “Global One” – a fitting name, as this Corolla is one for the entire world to enjoy.