Toyota New Corolla Altis 2019 - Specifications, Acceleration, Top Speed, Fuel Consumption

Toyota New Corolla Altis

AutoCatch | Automotive Reviews - Toyota Corolla is a type of compact sedan for the upper middle class that is quite successful in attracting the attention of the world market. Proven to date the Toyota Corolla has been able to live its life cycle to twelve generations, of which the first generation was introduced since 1966 ago. Thanks to its persistence in innovation, the Toyota Corolla has always experienced good sales from generation to generation. In fact the Corolla was once the best-selling car model in the world from 1976 to 2013, selling 40 million units.

The latest generation of Toyota Corolla has been introduced some time ago at the Los Angeles Auto Show by presenting a new design and some interesting features. Toyota is now presenting the New Corolla Altis with a concept that emphasizes prestigious and elegant values but with qualified performance. From the exterior, this car looks more modern and futuristic than the previous generation. The same thing also looks from the interior that looks luxurious with a variety of driving features it has. So it is a natural thing if this car is priced quite high. Because the initial concept of this car was deliberately presented to meet the driving needs of the upper middle class.

EXTERIOR

Toyota New Corolla Altis 2019 is the latest generation of the Toyota Corolla with various interior and exterior changes from the previous generation. As an exclusive and elegant sedan, the New Corolla Altis has begun to replace the All New Corolla since entering the 9th generation from a total of 12 generations to date. Now this sedan looks wider by carrying the new 1800 cc engine as a replacement for the previous one with a capacity of only 1600 cc.

There are some changes to the exterior that make this New Corolla Altis look more aggressive and futuristic than before. The most obvious change is the addition of several minor accents on the body such as the Head Lamp that looks more artistic and sharp which has been equipped with New LED Daytime Running Light (DRL), New Window Garnish, and Rear Camera. A more dynamic design is also visible on the front bumper that looks integrated with the fog lamp, and wheels that use 17-inch alloy wheels.

Image: Toyota Astra Official Website

INTERIOR

This interior dashboard display looks very elegant with various panel features embedded. In the middle there is an Advanced Audio Head Unit and 4.2-inch LCD Touchscreen which has supported many entertainment functions and navigation systems. At the bottom of the touch screen there is an AC panel which is very easy to use. AC also has a Climate Control feature so that it can work automatically adjusting the surrounding air conditions. And there are also Cruise Control features to add driving comfort. On the steering handlebar also has been equipped with Paddle Shift feature to complete the choice of driving style as desired.

In addition to meeting the needs of driving with agile and capable performance, there is a sport mode button (Sport Drive Mode) which, if activated, will provide more power to the car. But if only for the usual driving style, sport mode should be disabled for fuel efficiency considerations. Even in economical mode, this car is already agile enough to drive. In the MID section also has used TFT color screen technology to display complete information about the condition of the car in the driver. And the luggage capacity of 368 liters is wide enough to accommodate several luggage while traveling.

Image: Toyota Astra Official Website

SAFETY FEATURES

As a middle upper class sedan, of course, this car has provided various complete safety features. Some of them such as airbags that have used Dual SRS and have been equipped with knee, side, and curtain shield air bags. And for the brake parts have used a combination of ABS and EBD to ensure maximum braking safety. Here are some important safety features that New Corolla Altis has:

• ABS + EBD + BA
• Emergency Brake Signal (EBS)
• Alarm system
• Central lock door
• Power window
• Front impact protection
• Side impact barrier
• Rear parking sensor
• Door open reminder
• Crash sensor
• Seatbelt pretensioner & force limiter
• Engine check warning 
• Traction control
• Dual SRS airbags
• Curtain shield airbags
• Isofix
• Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) 

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SPECIFICATION

Engine:

• Type: 2ZR-FE 4-Cylinder inline, 16 Valves, DOHC, Dual VVT-i
• Capacity: 1798 cc
• Bore x Stroke: 80.5 x 88.3 mm
• Maximum Power: 151 Ps / 6400 rpm
• Maximum Torque: 19.4 kg.m / 4000 rpm
• Fuel system: EFI
• Transmission: 6-Speed (M / T), CVT with 7-Speed Sport Sequential Shiftmatic with Paddle Shift (A / T)

Dimension:

• Dimensions: 4,620 x 1,776 x 1,460 mm
• Wheelbase: 2,700 mm
• Distance tread front: 1,517 mm
• Rear footing distance: 1,522 mm
• Tank capacity: 55 liters

Brake:

• Front brake: Ventilated disc
• Rear brake: Disc  

Wheel & Suspension:

• Tire size: 205/55 R16 (M / T), 215/45 R17 (A / T)
• Rims: Stunning Alloy Wheel
• Front suspension: MacPherson strut with Coil Spring & Stabilizer
• Rear suspension: Torsion beam with Coil Spring & Stabilizer

PERFORMANCE 

When talking about performance, of course this New Corolla Altis will not disappoint its riders. Equipped with a 1.8 Liter Dual VVT-i engine capable of producing a maximum power of 151 PS / 6400 rpm and a maximum torque of 19.4 kgm / 4000 rpm, this car feels very responsive when driving. What's more combined with a capable acceleration, this car is quite agile when used to overtake on the streets. Here is the data we get about the acceleration, top speed, and fuel efficiency of the New Corolla Altis:

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• Acceleration 0-100 km / h: 10.8 seconds
• Top Speed: 210 km / hour
• Fuel consumption in cities: 10 km / liter (estimated)
• Fuel consumption in combined route: 13 km / liter (estimated)
• Fuel consumption outside the city / toll road: 16.9 km / liter (estimated, constant speed 100 km / hour)