Toyota Corolla Estate - best and most overlooked car on the road today

The Toyota Corolla mobilised Ireland in the '90s but now it's become a slightly overlooked car as SUV's push into the market, let#s find out what Bob thinks
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[@ericrochford3134]

A lot to be said for a car that just does the job and it’s not another SUV which is a bonus 😁

[@urbansoundscapes7734]

I too can't understand the current obsession with expensive and inefficient SUVs, when you can have the practicality of a more efficient and better to drive family estate car.

[@chrishyde1216]

It's called advertising and marketing. Car manufacturers have worked out they can make more money from SUVs so have convinced people that they are the thing to have. Plus you sit up high and haughty, feeling special and safer. Meanwhile, they are inefficient and bad for the environment, and expose pedestrians to a greater chance of head injuries.

[@trianggaindralukmana2184]

Sometimes suv is needed when you live in rural area or village that road has many potholes, but in modern city with good road, its useless to drive suv. Altough i drive old 4x4 in city because i want be different. But thankfull its diesel so its pretty economical compare to v6 suv

[@iandiru6433]

SUV is more powerful in offroading

[@baldheadedpriest]

Do your back in and you too will have to go to a higher up car , I am a disabled ex service man and need an SUV due to injury , a lot of SUV market is down to Motability drivers , Motability has a lot of power now in the car market and is a main player now in new car sales and in the second hand market .

[@sensei121]

Kia Niro hybrid …quite efficient fuel wise

[@dalroth10]

Completely understand where you're coming from Bob. I've been driving Toyota and Lexus for over 25 years and every one of them has been brilliant. As you say, they may not be the most exciting but they offer excellent value for money when you look at what you get and are rock solid in terms of reliability.

[@R-Tap]

Yep, Toyota don't do exciting, they do reliability. Selling my (now unreliable) Superb for a Corolla Estate after Covid dies. I'm a taxi driver, love the comfort of a Toyota as well.

[@panos323]

Actually I disagree with you! Toyota specially before the millenium was making lots of exciting cars that helped her build her reputation! Toyota celica supra corolla Sr and ae86 and all the models with 3s gte and 2jz engines! Nowadays yes toyota are boring! I have a 99 corolla with 340000km as a daily but I would never consider buy a new corolla because it makes no sense to me to buy a new car just to go from point a to b! My old corolla does that just fine

[@panos323]

@@georgikaramihaylov129 no but I didn't pay 25k for it! I wouldn't buy a new car just to have full economy

[@panos323]

@@georgikaramihaylov129 no I drive everyday taking my kid to school and going to work! My corolla is only 1.3cc so the full consumption is low! If the prices get high I'll just put an lpg kit and get over with

[@MrShagoto]

panos323 no worries still a good choice, with waiting order now is awful. Good luck with yours . I did not get it your first Comment existence in first place

[@rune20401]

It is now on my shopping list. One of the reasons is because of the brilliant service from Toyota dealers in Norway. The E-CVT does not contain chains of any kind, it is planetary gears, therefore much more reliable and quicker than standard old school cvt.

[@kevinarrowsmith6955]

I’ve been driving one of these for 4 months now and I absolutely love it! Strangely relaxing but confident handling and far from boring. Quality build (apart from the volume and tuning controls) and it’s returning an average of 60mpg on mainly rural driving, a great alternative to diesel.

[@Shambolicuk]

Hi, could you tell me, i noticed theres a D and B mode on transmission, im guessing B gives a heavier regen braking? Is it close to a one pedal drive?

[@barnabaskevin]

@@Shambolicuk yes, I also have the same doubt...what's that B for?

[@Swerve744]

@@barnabaskevin the b mode is used essentially when you are going down a steep bank or hill. Just put the stick into b mode and it will initiate engine braking. Taking the strain of the brake pads.

[@spamfremail]

Hello folks. Having a look at these. Can someone advise how long these run on electric on a town drive (say 5mile round trip) and also vs a longer 20mile rural drive on A type roads? For longer drives I assume it sticks to petrol and only using electric once you get back into slow speed urban environs?

[@abhinavdeepsinha3036]

You have the 1.8 or 2.0?

[@giovannidegrandis1879]

I have owned one for 8 months and already driven it for over 10,000 km. It is a great car and I love it: great fuel economy, space, comfort, very well equipped (I have the top trim) and very relaxing to drive. The boot is really big and well shaped and the sport seats in my car are really comfortable. The safety package is really top notch and I love the head up display. There are only a few things that I am not happy about. The first is that the buttons for the inner lights on the roof are not backlit; the second is the input system of the sat nav, which is really outdated and annoying; the third thing are the roof handles at the back, which are badly positioned and passengers can hit their head against them (and the cover of the hanging hook is really cheap and poor); and finally because of the thin windows and bulky shape of the front seat, the back passengers do not get much light and front view. But these are small things. And the eCVT transmission just needs to be understood and then gives you a very relaxing driving experience. For overtaking and more winding roads (especially if they have a lot of steep ups and down) use the sport mode: it gives you a nicer driving experience and optimizes the battery management. All in all it is a really good and great value car.

[@Benderswe1]

oh i agree on the back lit thing....dont understand whyyy they havent done that when basicly every button is backlit

[@brucebaraniak4510]

Wish they had this car in the states.!!! Seems ideal for most drivers.

[@mildertyp855]

Getting one next week for my wife(touring sports) Just by the ensurance were saving like 1300 euros a year because its an hybrid Saving like 65% fuel Its insane

[@Hell-Hound1]

A fit for purpose car, does everything you need, when you need it too. What's not to like? Badge snobs need not apply.

[@stevepenney2807]

Thanks for the plain, honest review which I thoroughly agree with. Had my Corolla Touring Sport for a week and I have to say after 25 years of Toyota ownership I can't put my finger on what it is either but, this is by far the best I have had

[@garethtalbot8950]

Toyota are the best at hybrid technology and manufacturing. CVT can groan but it's damn reliable. Toyota have it sorted on the transfer of power between battery and ICE. Others suffer starter motor issues after a short few years. I've had issues with Toyota diesels in the past and had my battles with Toyota Toyota Ireland who helped me sort issues out and that is where you have piece of mind, a good support network and an escalation point if dealer lets you down. Give me reliability over fancy any day. Wife changed from Toyota diesel to Lexus hybrid, same Toyota 1.8 hybrid engine, the one Bob hates, but is the most reliable car in 20 years we've owned. They're holding there value well also second hand. Perfect car for shorter trips. If doing large mileage, regular 100km speed, fuel economy won't be as good as diesel. Nice review Bob.

[@lionelthompson8008]

Really enjoying these reviews - I’m in the market for a midsize estate and the quality of this review is very helpful, and engaging. Bob makes the job seem easy, but I’m sure it’s down to good preparation and planning as well. Many thanks Bob for great KZbin content.

[@martincampbell9810]

Cracking review, love the honest enthusiasm!

[@Brian-om2hh]

Honest, unpretentious and relable, that's a Toyota. This is a car which is unlikely to set the World on fire, but it will do what it's supposed to do perfectly well. I'd buy one if I was looking for a small-ish estate car just now.

[@FizBag]

Another great video Bob. I've always drove Toyota as my own car and never an issue. Recently picked up a lovely 172 Hybrid Yaris and it's a dream to drive, fuel economy is brilliant. Agree with your comments about the suspension.

[@jeffm1971]

Picked mine up end of October and totally loving it. Best suspension ever as well.

[@sakadabara]

Don't you find it too narrow at the drivers seat? I am 185cm 199kg

[@MrCrazyjoe259]

@@sakadabara You're only 6ft and weigh over 400lbs and you're complaining you don't fit in the seat? huh, very surprising! 😂

[@sakadabara]

@@MrCrazyjoe259 believe it or not I do fit in Toyota Aygo and Ford Fiesta!

[@jagman84]

One could say that the car is the one you need not the one you'd normally want. "It's a kind of magic?"

[@rfw700]

Looks like I’m going to get my second car based on Bob Flavins recommendation. First one was the VW Up and that didn’t disappoint. I have already driven the Corolla Estate and this review has made my mind up. Thanks for a very good and honest review.

[@oisinwalsh3925]

Great review as always Bob!

[@funnyfiveminutes]

Nice to hear about the good suspension

[@MyBob1950]

Very informative review, thanks.

[@crazylady61]

I really enjoyed this review thank you.

[@simonalexandercritchley439]

Thanks for the review, Bob.Interesting that they tune suspension there in Ireland. Same here in New Zealand.In fact it was Chris Amon who worked with Toyota back in the 80's developing and improving rideand handling.There was Amon Edition models.This new estate looks better than previous models,but I will stick to my 09 Honda Accord tourer ,ticks more boxes for me.

[@barrycrosby8602]

Drove one last year very impressive especially how smooth the transmission is couldn't tell when you go from petrol to electric seamless felt solid got nearly 80 mpg

[@ali_haq20]

No way will you ever get 80mpg out of this. Best that the 1.8 can do is about 60 combined. I own a 2L hybrid, and the best I get is around 53mpg.

[@GaffaTV]

@@ali_haq20 - honestly depends on how you're driving and where you're driving - there's plenty of other private hire drivers around here that are getting 70+ mpg out of them. My Kia Niro is currently reading 66.1mpg on the clock and I know it reliably gets between 60 and 70 to the gallon depending on the time of year, but it's definitely not 60 if I was doing motorway runs in it all the time.

[@dp8685]

Iv been running fleet of these are only things don’t like are: Doors don’t open very wide. Bash your knee on protruding dash when getting in. Car is very low so if suffer bad back not good. No sensor for windscreen washer fluid. Cannot use EV mode switch if above 25mph yet if cruising can back off throttle and drive ev. Mpg summer 60-70 winter 50. Mpg on screen not accurate. USB port for apple car play in daft place. Rear leg room poor. Rear side headroom tight due to roof slopping inwards. In eco mode very slow acceleration and pedal response yet much better in normal and get same mpg. Mirrors don’t fold in. Car tax not cheap even though emissions are great. Good points: Reliability. Steering very light. Turning circle. Mpg in summer great. Good visibility. Good ride quality. Small and easy to park. Led headlights standard and ok but not Audi, bmw levels. Would I buy anymore? If they bring out a plug in version like they have with Prius then definitely. Icon tech is best of bunch as has all need and not huge wheels.

[@Beanz001]

Great vid Bob. What MPG were you getting from it?

[@sensei121]

Bob you’ve got a fantastic way about you….a pleasure to listen to you, very informative…..thank you.

[@johnteeling4679]

Just received one today. Can't wait to use it properly when allowed to after lockdown

[@FloydFlannigan]

Nice review, Bob! 👍

[@davidvestey6014]

Love the review, would be interested in the actual mpg you get.

[@dapawap]

I bought the sedan hybrid & really love mine. It is especially good on fuel!

[@mikeswain1945]

Thanks for sharing the video and you views Bob. Can I ask which model or as Toyota call them 'grade' of Corolla did you have on test please? All the ones I've seen have a very dark interior and head lining.

[@ruiwang4736]

Very good review. Thank you.

[@danny2me70]

ive got a toyota CHR and its amazing ,its effortless to drive ,smooth with very light steering and so quiet ,the seats are perfect and the cabin layout is next to none with its radio and phone controls on the steering wheel ,lots of room in the back and great boot space ,im a toyota lover and highly recommend one .

[@gjf163]

I've just ordered one.

[@bastianm5478]

I rented the CHR for a trip in Germany and just hated the annoying engine sound it made when driving at high speed on the autobahn. It was a 2023 model. Do all Toyota automatics have this issue?

[@jimbobs1951]

Driving a new one since January. Totally love it. A very honest review. Stuck with Toyota over the last 30yrs main reason being reliability. But this model is by far is my most liked above all the other models . A total pleasure to own and drive. Thank you to Walshes Toyota Kilkenny. As their value and expertise could not be matched in Dublin. Thank you Bob simple review.

[@barry5138]

Dublin don't have much to offer to anyone......

[@TheBigdavejones]

I'm just waiting for one (company car). Was disappointed at first that I couldn't go like-for-like with Kia Niro due to unrealistic contributions this time around. Test drove a Corolla, loved it, ordered the estate soon after. Loved my drive in it.

[@daverobert6761]

Agree completely with you about plug-in hybrids! The Corolla sounds great, except I don’t need an estate and i love my GT86 so much

[@billmedland1797]

Enjoyed this guys review, good honest review, really likeable chap, a bit like Dickie Mint.

[@danielbrown2956]

I've got one of these for a company car, had it since August 2021 love it !!!

[@beefiron]

Great impersonation of me, Bob. I feel so seen 😜

[@ttrueplaya]

Thank you for such a review! Buying the estate right now in Israel as a first car and biting the lips to be honest. Cheers and let you have a great day!

[@polopowered]

I have the 2.0ltr Touring Sports (estate). Love it, got my next one in Obsidian Blue on order for next Spring.

[@pup1008]

Wow! Somebody else who actually agrees with what I've been saying to the wife! I work for a taxi company who have a fleet of these & they have been a revelation to me! Instead of getting out of my old diesel Focus at the end of an 8 hour shift ready to hit somebody I feel like embracing the nearest person! Toyota genuinely worked some kind of magic on this car, it is, without doubt, the most relaxing, enjoyable, competent, sensible estate that I've ever driven! I was trying to pin down exactly what it is about this car that makes me feel so relaxed and apart from the automation I think it might have something to do with the absolute tranquility and silence in the cabin. I've been so impressed I've actually now got one on order! The company have been running them for over 3 years now and some have got over 100,000 miles on them and to be honest, you can't really tell the difference between ones that have got 11,000 on them and ones that got 110,000 on them!

[@carlrea]

Great comment and I'm leaning towards getting one of these as I'm a taxi driver myself. If these will do 60mpg then this will save me nearly £2k per year in fuel. At my age I need something that's relaxing with a good ride. Thanks again.

[@normantruesdale4932]

You have took the words out off my mouth mate... I have a Vauxhall insignia 2016 cdti elite... My knee kills me after 8 hours off driving doing the big heavy clutch... I had to get work done on my car and I was using a Toyota Corolla 1.8 hybrid sports tourer... Till mine was fixed it had 100,000 miles on it and drove like a dream... I took a test drive in a 2022 Toyota Corolla with 13000 miles and they feel the same I'm buying the one I took for a test drive.... They are perfect for taxi work

[@ML-qk1px]

I hate it when you see a panel of switches, usually the ones to the side of the steering wheel, and there are so many blanks! Even on a Lexus, the premium models you will see blanks! Two things with this ; what have I not had included and why; and the second - why not just make the switches bigger to fill the space. That’s what some other companies do.

[@pietervanembden1605]

Got one of these 3 weeks ago. Love it.

[@TheEvanMahon]

Hi Bob what’s the fuel like do you fill up much?

[@MrGrenville]

Great review, hoping to change my Peugeot 308, for a Corolla estate this year, this review helps very much with my decision

[@brianbickle7395]

Look at an Octavia estate??

[@barrycrosby8602]

Update on my previous post just ordered my new Toyota Corolla touring sports today but due to chip supply issues etc. Won't actually get it until April 2022 wow 6 months to build a car everyone is in the same boat lead time is ridiculous but something to look forward to love the styling and how it drives previous test drive nearly 80 mpg my current diesel only gets 47 mpg so should save money there

[@rossgoodwin2700]

Another superb review Bob! I have driven a few Toyota corolla hybrids over the last few years and your comments are bang on! It's a great car - I think the only downside is the 122bhp 1.8 engine - it's ok just lacks that bit of goo. Lucking forward to GR2.0 hybrid corolla, & also I would love to see a comparison between the new corolla and a 2015/16/17 Lexus is300h - are they very nearly equal now or does the Lexus just have the upper hand - what's your opinion 🤔

[@gregorzielinski6835]

Driving at night it’s very pleasant surprise the led lights are incredible.

[@niallmchugh1277]

I think there a lovely looking car, this latest generation of Corolla is proportioned and detailed really nice 👌 The estate is the pick of the bunch for me 👍

[@AdrianNelson1507]

Had a brand new one as a hire car in Romania a few years back. Clipped a curb on the way back to the airport. I was cursing the lack of spare wheel then I tell you!

[@mrsmith697]

of course it is good...i have one..same color hehe and it is manufactured in Burnaston, England

[@leeliftingservicesltdtonyf3463]

I like the model very much, but how did you rate the gearbox ? The shape of the 3 body styles are all first class.

[@donkirk5433]

Do they carry out the same checks or adjustments for the roads in N.Ireland please advice as the roads here our much the same as S.Ireland thanks from Don Co Antrim N.Ireland

[@AA-py7pc]

Hi Bob, how’s your experience with toyta corolla hybrid, i have choosed this for taxi driving, how you rate this for taxi work ? Reliability and comfort wise mainly..thanks

[@szebasztianpolyakovity4301]

I just subscribed to the channel. I was thinking about this car,but you sold it to me :) just looking for a good dealer in Dublin,so I can choose the colour and extras myself.

[@Benderswe1]

hope u found the right combo

[@kubanskiloewe]

could you pls make a review of the Lexus UX Hybrid with 4wd ? It should have the same platform as this Corolla but its a Lexus...so there should be noticeable differences.

[@mikelinehan8199]

Planning to change my taxi in Jan/Feb & have a 2015 Toyota Corolla saloon. This is one of two Corolla I am considering. Also like saloon. Just trying to get answer to a question. Can this model accommodate at 6ft long by 4ft wide Ebike with seats down or am I better to a towbar & bike holder in a saloon model

[@kotfast]

Would prefer the 2.0 hybrid engine, it's more suitable for motorway and overtaking

[@Benderswe1]

yupp agree i got the 2.0

[@irishproduce8697]

Great looking car and I want one but I heard that the gearbox is noisy so its putting me off getting one,

[@stevencampbell1150]

My dad used to own a corolla estate many many years ago back in the 80s and it was very reliable but the only thing I'll say/ask is how did you find it on the motorway from an MPG point of view? My reason for asking is I watched a review of this very same car on Cars Ireland as I recognised the colour of the car and the reg number and they got 7l/100km and whilst I can't remember what that is in mpg I know it was no better than my current diesel Kadjar. I know when I do come to change my car in about 5 years time I'll have no choice but as I'm doing alot of motorway driving, a self charging hybrid may be my only choice but I hate CVT gearboxes with an all conquering passion having driven a Nissan note with the same type of gearbox tho' having said that great review as ever.

[@stevencampbell1150]

@@gavin6385 yep I have to agree. My main concern is that in 5 years time what am I going to do if I'm left with no option but to buy a hybrid simply because the British government will tax the shit out of diesel despite my wanting to remain a diesel driver due to my now regular schleps up and down the motorway. I should explain I live in Northern Ireland and so that's why I'm concerned.

[@R-Tap]

Nice motor, if it wasn't for Covid I would have already traded my Skoda Superb for Corolla estate for use as my new taxi.

[@Shithappenswhenu]

Really? wow, I thought the ``````superb would wipe the floor with this. Even the octavia estate looks and feels more premium.

[@Luckyjo21]

Why not buy the Suzuki version? more rarer (maybe not a good thing)

[@R-Tap]

@@Shithappenswhenu I want the Corolla for the hybrid tech which brings cost savings, at a good price. Superb is a nice premium car but when the mileage got high its actually not very reliable. Whether you have a high spec Superb or a lower spec hybrid you still got to bring Betty home from bingo for €5

[@martinafitzgerald6995]

I don't know, there's a lot of driving to pay for a new hybrid, and how would it be like to drive with 250k on the clock ??? The Octavia and Superb are only getting run in then. Diesel engines I am referring to, I have absolutely no idea what petrol Scodas are like.. Service, service always on time and if you have good driving, they won't owe you a penny when you part with them 😀

[@martinafitzgerald6995]

@@R-Tap there's a lot of driving and fivers before this car will be paid off !

[@mickdaly6537]

Totally agree about phev, neighbour's bought one and got rid it 8 months later as couldn't be hassled pluging in for 30km range

[@rpatel9901]

interested to know if the1.8 vvt strugles to get up to motorway speeds as its only 121BHP?

[@arnoldthiongo6017]

This car in particular...do they all come in hybrid or there's a fully petrol engine as well??

[@predragpesic3980]

Bob i had drove all 3 types of corrolla,hatch,sedan and estate or karavan,hatch is very tight in the back,althou is most gorgeus of all 3,but i havent notised,is estate more comfy than sedan version?

[@andyh.6317]

What kind of Adidas sneakers you wearing Bob? They look good mate!

[@ianpolo5673]

This current Corolla eludes a solid design feel to it, inside out. The estate just looks great. We need more of such body styles over the boring all SUVs era.

[@Pintas850]

I’m waiting My corolla hybrid in 2023, realy LIke pratical car with feeling realible. Gois Job with your video

[@richardwallace2458]

Hi Bob, how would it compare, do you think, to a diesel if it had to do around 700km of motorway a week? Would it be a serious mpg contender? And yes, I think it is a gorgeous looking car, especially those slim LED lights at the front.

[@richardwallace2458]

@@gavin6385 thanks for your opinion, I'd agree with it.

[@OnboardG1]

Off to test drive this on Saturday. Already leaning towards it given how cheap the finance is. Not found anything in its price class I like better.

[@davewebster1627]

A point of correction, it does not have belt drives and cones, it has electric motors which are much more reliable and used for regeneration. I have the 1.8 Sport Tourer (estate) I don't find it noisy at all

[@yeomanie]

Great review as always easy to follow. But self charging is only true if it can charge to 100% else it's only partially self charging ;)

[@nathanstevful]

The new design language from Toyota has been brilliant, they stand out now rather than the beige of the past. I really like them now for head and heart. Maybe run this and the Suzuki swace back to back.

[@robtt997]

I looked at one of these . It seemed to make sense . But on the lovely driving roads in North Yorkshire it was so boring to try to put a few bends together . That and the weird cvt gearbox Flared revs and all that . Ended up with a Leon Cupra estate . Try one of those before you buy this !

[@R-Tap]

LOL. They are completely different cars, thats like saying I was considering an Avensis but I went with the Panamera!!!

[@robtt997]

I know. But 300bhp and four wheel drive whoohooo . In ten years these cars won’t exist. So get one now before it’s too late. I got a low mileage demo which was £5000 cheaper than the Toyota . So what’s not to like

[@mamba101]

@@robtt997 I have one. Performance is obviously not in question but in every other regard the corrola is better.

[@jamie1992ful]

The rolla will outlast the leon all day long

[@andrewnisbet5883]

Hi do you think it will tow a caravan ?

[@bartmuytjens1014]

Good looking and honest car. Is it exciting? No. But I find the engineering very well done. And indeed, estates is where it’s at. I drive the Auris estate hybrid now, and this is next on the list. Great and honest review too. Hang in there in Ireland. Warm regards from the Netherlands

[@baronvonjo1929]

I really want a Toyota wagon in USA. Preferably lifted slightly. Until then its crossovers for me.

[@AidanRyan458]

Nice

[@critic3001]

Anyone else notice how clean the roads and pavements are around there? It's not London though is it, so they would be. Lucky people. Good looking car esp the profile.

[@BobFlavinVideo]

Our tidy towns and town council do a great job around my home town!

[@steviesteve750]

What fuel economy did you get over the period of the test? That's the most important question of a car like this.

[@jaydenmuldowney4241]

When’s the Omegle video coming out Bob 👍🏻

I agree that Corolla Estate (Touring Sports) is not an exciting car. But am I looking for excitement in my everyday driving around the city and suburbs? No. I want reliability, comfort, safety and economical driving, and oh boy, this car delivers all that in very satisfying fashion. If I want excitement behind the wheel, I go to the GoKart circuit racing with my friends. About the actual fuel consumption, during summer I have been able to get as low as 3.8l/100km, normal avg. is between 4.1-4.5l/100km, and now during winter in freezing weather (below -15 °C), it's gone up to 5.9l/100km. However, just yesterday I noticed that if I have the heater set ≥23 °C the engine stops going into full EV mode, although the electric engine is still assisting. As soon as I dialled the heater down below 23 °C, the full EV mode started kicking in again. Now knowing it, I'm sure that I'm able to get the avg. below 5l/100km, even in freezing weather. Overall, Touring Sports is the best car I've owned or driven in its price range. It does what it is built for perfectly.

[@kubanskiloewe]

the 2.0ltrHybrid is noticable better; especially on our autobahn. And the updated CH-R is more quiet !

[@martinezbarriuso]

I've just bought a 180H

[@StephenButlerOne]

Estate over suv, all day long.

[@Benderswe1]

the tyre warnig could be cuz of temperature change, the pressure changes if its cold or warm...or so my dealer said when i asked

[@pipeqez911]

This is basically Irish carwow

[@BobFlavinVideo]

I'm sure Matt would be impressed by being compared to me 😂

[@deeweeuavp]

Nice estate - Bags of room - Legroom for the taller person I can see the dash being a pain on the knees - And the lower height aint great for the back. Reason I went with SUV type car.

[@gavin6385]

To be honest with you theirs not that much rear leg room. I had a good look at one in Toyota showroom.

[@oselgh1545]

HI Bob, its such nice and clear bob , but may I ask you which good car for poor people ?

[@shadowthrone3695]

Is the power delivery enough? Or it feels underpowered on motorway driving?

The 1.8 does feel a bit unpowered in overtaking at high speeds (over 80 km/h). So, if you do a lot of motorway driving and need to do overtakes, then 2.0 is definitely better suited for that. I´m very happy with my 1.8, but I rarely drive on motorways where the speed limit is over 100 km/h.

[@Dmaelstrom]

Was about to order one, but hesitating as rear seats are really cramped!

[@markturner-smith5309]

LOL like the "man switches" ....

[@TheRussianLondoner]

Amazing car and an awesome review

[@BobFlavinVideo]

Glad you liked it!!

[@cathalhealy1719]

Which would be better Skoda Octavia combi or this Toyota Corolla estate?

[@kevjdm1986]

This corolla estate 100%

[@Peter1150]

Ah Bob - set up for Ireland - C Mon ......sounds like BS .....sorry ..... are the potholes in Cornmwall or Glasgow different to Laois ..... or Kerry Bob great vids and reviews

[@cristiansmochina9056]

eCVT not CVT. No belts no pullies, much more reliable than even a manual.

[@callumfletch1]

Damn this ain’t the Yaris gr review?

[@Luckyjo21]

Should review the Suzuki version!

[@adambeaver1749]

No point...its a Corolla with a Suzuki badge....we build them at Burnaston alongside the Corolla