I have owned my Corolla ZR Hybrid here in NZ from new for seven months now and can say this is a perfect review. Only negatives are the lack of storage space, and tyre rumble at speed on highway chip seal roads. Far more positives which are covered well here. I'm getting 4.1 l/100km. on average. The change from engine to electric is seamless. A very relaxing vehicle in crawling traffic as it operates silently.
@subazealand91582 жыл бұрын
How's been the car on road trips? Is it comfortable and economical?
@leadvendor3 жыл бұрын
Goodness like all car reviews how did we get on before cars where judged by how many cup holders,door bins,soft door trims and such ... all this stuff is just red herring and fluff most people just want to know is this a good reliable fair priced vehicle that they can depend on.
@Archie66663 жыл бұрын
Agree with the higher end speeds, but lower end it’s very good. The instant torque between 0-60 is great, and let’s be honest, that’s most of our driving.
@Martinko_Pcik3 жыл бұрын
Isn't that annoying to anyone else when they ask to like and subscribe before they actually show anything useful in the video ?
@martiedoherty57653 жыл бұрын
With all those info displays set up , I would worry that they would distract me from texting while driving.
@mikesanders54333 жыл бұрын
Great review, it’s a shame you guys don’t get the 2.0 (185bhp) over there. It’s a superb unit that has significantly improved refinement especially out of town and had a big leap in performance over the 1.8 setup for only a small trade off in outright mpg. I have average mid 50’s mpg without trying. I have a 2.0 GR and it’s superb as a frugal, nippy, quiet daily driver.
@danny11913 жыл бұрын
I'm also very happy with my 2.0 hybrid.
@Clove_Parma2 жыл бұрын
We are getting a facelift shortly, we can only hope that the 2.0L arrives with it!
@terenceting263 жыл бұрын
I hypermile just like you do, my long term average is 4.3L/100km, it's been 5000km.
@AkhonaNgquba3 жыл бұрын
This is impressive
@uriulrich49183 жыл бұрын
I did a one hour test drive. I brought back to the dealer with 3.6l/100km economy. That was with the Estate/Wagon tho.
@Clove_Parma2 жыл бұрын
@@uriulrich4918 the wagon has a different chassis than this though it must be noted. The hatch is wider and likely less aerodynamic as a result. The sedan can get 3.5L/100km which is pretty impressive as well, while having the wider body like the hatch
@rickadrian26752 жыл бұрын
Great review, however I am a bit disappointed in the fuel consumption. I am driving a 2010 Camry Hybrid (120k) and was thinking of moving to a Corolla as I don't need all the space and would like to save on fuel. Problem is that I am currently getting 5.7l/100km in my Camry. Given the $10-$15k I would need to add to get into a newer Corolla it would take about 500,000km to get my money back. New is nicer, but the numbers just done add up.
@Clove_Parma2 жыл бұрын
If you want the best fuel economy go for the Corolla hybrid sedan. It’s more aerodynamic so gets 3.5L/100Km. That’s about the lowest it’ll be possible to get on a non plug-in hybrid
@adifferentangle7064 Жыл бұрын
I don't think fuel economy by itself is enough reason to upgrade from your car. If yours doesn't play the economy game and score your driving, and you would like driving like a nanny to be a lot more fun, and a little less practical, then it might make more sense.
@TheEmperorOfTheWorld2 жыл бұрын
I don't get the criticism about the fuel economy at motorway speeds. Is he saying that it's disappointing that it's "only" just as frugal on the motorway as in town or that it's not very frugal at all on the motorway?
@muhammadbaqir74723 жыл бұрын
Excellent review. Keep up the good job 👍
@theranjithjay2 жыл бұрын
I bought an SX Corolla Hatch Hybrid and it’s arriving in Australia in January 2022 this month.
@kennethlai13412 жыл бұрын
Thanks for Very thorough explanation, thinking to get one for a family car & my kids to practice as they start getting their driving license in Sydney
@therealjeffg3 жыл бұрын
Great long term review, heaps to useful detailed information on what it is like to live with. Can’t wait for the hot hatch and I wish Toyota would make the hybrid sedan’s with the increased space less boring.
@theranjithjay2 жыл бұрын
I’m getting an ZR in February and bought an SX yesterday from Melbourne Dealer. Why is it so important to have bottle holders in the front? I have been driving for sixty years and never used a bottle holder. But that’s me for others it may be relevant.
@charliemaron58662 жыл бұрын
Is it worth it? I am buying one soon
@adz59363 жыл бұрын
I wish they would put the 2.0 litre hybrid in like they get in the Euro market. 135 kw would be pretty sweet combo of more power plus frugal fuel economy.
@uriulrich49183 жыл бұрын
I drove the 1.8l it's fast enough for me. If you floor it constantly it will also not get that good in terms of fuel economy. I drove it one the Autobahn with 180km/h (Which is it's top speed).
@aaronb63903 жыл бұрын
@@uriulrich4918 The idea behind all these hybrid cars is to save money and fuel, and emissions. Having driven both the 1.8 and 2.0, I prefer the 2.0, but that is also because I live in an area with lots of hills. The 1.8 always felt like it was pushing hard, the 2.0 is easy and effortless.
@danny11913 жыл бұрын
@@aaronb6390 I have also the 2.0 hybrid. Very good car.
@MrrNacho Жыл бұрын
I agree with everything you said. Ive had my 2020 ZR hybrid for about 3 months now and the whole hybrid thing is so addictive! (My 1st ever hybrid car) i love the looks, the interior, the digital displays showing you everything thats going on with the engine and batteries etc. Love that is a toyota, the reliability and fuel economy amazing. Yes i domt like the cvt that much but im used to it now and yes i dont like how gutless it is going up hill but other than that perfect car for me
@johnlloyd56102 жыл бұрын
I have a corolla ZR Thanks to your video but can't find how to setup auto door locking when you drive off can you help please
@MegaMijit2 жыл бұрын
is this color available in US??? that's a beautiful blue!!
@FritschBenjamin3 жыл бұрын
How many smurfs had to die for the color of the car? 😂
@rahusphere3 жыл бұрын
What's happening? Is this a reupload ? I am sure watching this previously.
@carsguide3 жыл бұрын
You're correct this is a re-upload. There was a small mistake to do with the media screen size in an earlier version of this video, we chopped it out. Thanks for watching, TW.
@giribharath6252 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your review, I love your reviews, can I request you to explain differences between the three trim levels mainly SX and ZR Hybrid
@Shado992 жыл бұрын
I believe the SX is the same as the base Ascent Sport model, both have the same interior and exterior but the SX adds wireless phone charging and thats pretty much it. The ZR is the game changer with more added features. Leather seats instead of cotton with the option of black or red, 8 speakers for the audio system instead of 6, a blue speedometer instead of white with a customisable HUD, and 18 inch alloy wheels instead of 16. However ive been told that all 3 models (ascent sport, sx and zr) have the same engines so they all have the same performance. I did a test drive in both the petrol and hybrid and ended up ordering the petrol version cause while the hybrid saves you fuel and its quieter, it trades in the performance if you wanted to speed up. The petrol version took roughly 5 seconds to go from 0-80km/hr while the hybrid took double that time (both were done in the test drive on an inclined road btw)
@neilleggoe86473 жыл бұрын
So will this be a great car to travel from Gold Coast to Brisbane 5 days a week ?? In peak hour traffic ??
@carsguide3 жыл бұрын
For a single or couple, certainly. This car is at its best in peak hour traffic. That's also where it will save you the most fuel. Thanks for watching, TW.
@Roadrunnerz45 Жыл бұрын
yeah thats something to take note of - the back door not opening very far. quite bizarre
@randomfootages91203 жыл бұрын
Love my Prius AWD 2020 getting 4.1l/100 or 57 mpg only in summer time but in winter 🥶 reduced to 5.5 l/100
@taeukha28352 жыл бұрын
I got corolla ascent sport with built in NO APPS!!!😵💫😵🥴 what the hell???
@Heavy_Jay3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant explain.👌🏽 thanks for sharing.
@Tonystarkes8883 жыл бұрын
the seats are awesome but the car feels to small for me i like suv and 4wd
@turdbomitch90073 жыл бұрын
We get the wagon version in nz. It's not available as a hybrid and only comes in one model. It's being marketed as a rep or company car. Nothing flash, not very well specd and not as attractive in the front as the hatch.
@AkhonaNgquba3 жыл бұрын
I do 4.9 on my diesel Audi A4 al the time. I wonder what you would get if someone made a diesel hybrid. Not sure why those don't exist.
@filipedias34843 жыл бұрын
DPF and complexity maybe.
@AkhonaNgquba3 жыл бұрын
Thanks@@filipedias3484
@leochan75542 жыл бұрын
I doubt an A4 can achieve that 4.9 in city driving, that’s where a hybrid comes in handy Diesel hybrid doesn’t make sense: Most hybrids, especially those from market leaders Toyota and Ford, use gasoline engines specially tuned to run on what's called the Atkinson Cycle. This highly efficient tuning gives them maximum power output at the top of their range, but almost no torque at lower speeds. That is perfectly complemented by a hybrid's electric traction motor, which develops peak torque at 0 rpm, neatly compensating for the gutless gas engine until it runs up to speed. A diesel, on the other hand, produces all its torque down low--as does an electric motor. That means a diesel hybrid should have boatloads of torque off the line, but may require extensive gearing to ensure highly efficient running at speed.
@AkhonaNgquba2 жыл бұрын
@@leochan7554 best answer. Now I understand why they don't make diesel hybrids. Thanks
@AkhonaNgquba2 жыл бұрын
@@leochan7554 Thanks Leo. Yes. My Audi cannot achieve 4.9 in city driving. More like 6. Most of my driving is highway driving though so I get below that (I wish I could show you). Your response is really good and now I understand why there are no diesel powered hybrids. I thought it was stupid butI see the thinking behind it and it makes perfect sense. Again, thanks.
@alanclarkeau Жыл бұрын
PRIUS is a far more practical package, huge hatch area, great back seat space, temporary spare (the Corolla ZR has none) - but Corolla front seats are dramatically more comfortable.
@lowkeyconvert8971 Жыл бұрын
i've driven what i believe is the lowest spec of this car and the drive really is impeccable. very quiet and smooth. the petrol gage also didn't seem to move at all which means super fuel efficiency. only thing i don't like was it seemed too cheap plasticky with the interior (although that can be rectified if you spec up) and the fact that with these regular, lower cars (hatches, sedans), they seem more prone to getting scratched from below and hitting bumps. the clearance is too low for me. but that's also part of the reason they're so fast and manoeuvre around quickly. choose ya poison, i guess.
@Argentinosalx2 жыл бұрын
nice review. there is no dislike for space cause there is also a sedan version. My friend got the hatch and i got the sedan when he saw the back passengers space and the 470 lt boot he regret it instantly .
@Clove_Parma2 жыл бұрын
And the sedan gets even lower fuel economy at 3.5L/100km
@adifferentangle7064 Жыл бұрын
Does the sedan have lowering back seats? If so then there is literally no point to the hatch.
@quinniequinster31803 жыл бұрын
Hi! Would be keen to here a review on this model but the petrol version :)
@theranjithjay2 жыл бұрын
Do we need to press B in the gear shift when coming down a hill ?
@КостадинТодоров-э9м Жыл бұрын
When you stop at a traffic light or in a traffic jam. When you take off the gas, the car automatically turns off the engine. Is there an option where the motor will continue to run until you change this yourself?
@adifferentangle7064 Жыл бұрын
We got a ZR for the wife, and the first I drove it, she asked what I thought and I said it was terrible. She was shocked and asked why. I said, "You won't believe this. After I turned the engine off it gave me a rating out of 100 for my driving and told me to do better next time!" But yes, it actually adds a level to driving economically which is quite fun.
@nicholascannon50012 жыл бұрын
Phone and wallet what's wrong with the centre consol ?
@loneventhorizon2 жыл бұрын
Where's this holo display?
@jacksemenoff2148 Жыл бұрын
Isnt there a new model out as of now ? as this model has been running since 2018 .
@shauntukuafu9242 жыл бұрын
They heard your cry for a performance model with the GR Corolla announced.
@johnmartin71583 жыл бұрын
Hi ya Aussie mate ! I am hoping NZ will get the RAV4 Prime. Any news in Australia about the RAV4 Prime ? Auckland. NZ. Regard.
@graemecouch50102 жыл бұрын
Economy doesnt come without sacrifices !
@Ben-bs4od8 ай бұрын
150 torque. Compared to Civic hybrid at 220 total torque.
@iluvmjalotful2 жыл бұрын
What is the colour of this car in the video if I may ask?
@coopermcklellan35332 жыл бұрын
The paint color is called Blue Flame
@iluvmjalotful2 жыл бұрын
Thnks mate
@fazeelmohammed72382 жыл бұрын
Its called papa smurf blu
@Benderswe12 жыл бұрын
LOL storage is not so great (pulls out a 2L bottle).......omg
@georgemorley10292 ай бұрын
Honestly, just buy the two litre estate version and two of the “dislikes” vanish anyway, namely the engine performance and the practicality. Tripe review.
@vladbuhociu61082 жыл бұрын
What engine it is 1.8 or 2.0 ?
@coopermcklellan35332 жыл бұрын
2.0
@wongkampungdiaustralia Жыл бұрын
Good
@lukelawrence60073 жыл бұрын
That color
@j.r.arnolli74943 жыл бұрын
The only practical and much more fun Corrola is the 2.0L Hybrid Stationwagon we have over here in Europe.
@rightlanehog31513 жыл бұрын
Agreed, this hatch is far too cramped.
@lijojake Жыл бұрын
Good car for retirees.
@nikolagrgic47823 жыл бұрын
Just change the bottle.
@mvnorsel63543 жыл бұрын
I wonder how economical the 6 speed manual would be, but manuals are seldom tested due to demand?
@j.r.arnolli74943 жыл бұрын
The only hybrid with a MT I know of is the Honda CR-Z
@callumsmith3383 жыл бұрын
@@j.r.arnolli7494 they weren’t asking about a manual hybrid, they were asking about a review of the 6 speed model of the car
@theranjithjay2 жыл бұрын
I own this car ZR HYBRID
@ThatPerthFan3 жыл бұрын
Apart from the holographic HUD, it looks like it has the same interior comforts as my entry level 2021 i30 that was $10k less... minus the wireless charger, but even then, not worth the 10k bump. Cool, it’s a hybrid, but it’s only about $600 per 10000km it saves on petrol. It just seems like Toyota is no longer really an option when Hyundai feels so much better
@fxlouise63442 жыл бұрын
9
@davidrome60663 жыл бұрын
The only like I’d give it is the blue 👍🏻. No manual gearbox, quiet I’d rather hear my car and as for fuel economy I don’t give a flying continental. That’s why I bought a Mazda 3 G25 Astina hatch as they offered three pedal STILL.
@psychiatry-is-eugenics3 жыл бұрын
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@junxianzhang11613 жыл бұрын
Its quite a noisy car to be honest, soundproofing is horrendous especially during highway drive
@carsguide3 жыл бұрын
We did find the refinement dropped noticeably over 80km/h, this car is best around town. Thanks for watching, TW.
@Bambotb3 жыл бұрын
@@carsguide is bmw1 116d better ?
@miroslawdworakowski78162 жыл бұрын
Very bad review
@avaliacarros77393 жыл бұрын
Hybrid cars? No thank you! I prefer my Camaro V8, it pollutes less! Hybrids were considered an Environmental Disaster in Europe because they pollute 400 times more than reported by automakers!
@nikitonchev3 жыл бұрын
you're not a good dude .... 8-cylinder Camaro more environmentally friendly than 4-cylinder Hybrid! I laughed a lot.....take your pills boy.😂 😂 😂
@avaliacarros77393 жыл бұрын
@@nikitonchev Traveling at less than 80 km/h the Camaro shuts off 4 cylinders, didn't you know?
@nikitonchev3 жыл бұрын
@@avaliacarros7739 And all 4 cylinders burn 4 liters per 100 km? I currently have 2 cars BMW 330e and a Corolla 2 liter Hybrid. They both burn a little of your Camaro together. I also love 8 cylinders but the reality and the future are different!
@avaliacarros77393 жыл бұрын
@@nikitonchev But there is the problem. It has nothing to do with consumption. The tested hybrid cars polluted 400% more than reported by the factory. As I understand it, the hybrid car's engine is not from the Otto cycle but from the Atkinson cycle and is programmed for energy efficiency, but not for power and to move the car's wheels. When such an engine is required in full it pollutes much more than a normal Otto cycle engine.
@nikitonchev3 жыл бұрын
@@avaliacarros7739 By this logic, power is environmental friendliness! This is simply not true. My BMW burns 2 liters per 100 km. When burning 2 liters of gasoline, the pollution cannot be more than burning 8 liters of gasoline. Simple math and chemistry. And in fact, only Toyota cars are in the Atkinson cycle!....
@deanriley56908 ай бұрын
Why tf are bottle holders a point of measure? How many bottles you trying to smuggle?😂