Toyota Corolla Excel Team Test | Fifth Gear

[@lambosuperl]

Quite rough to say the design is boring an anonymous - I think it is one of the better looking hatches

[@dinobot_maximize]

they're stupid. they dont appreciate the new engineering under the hood either. im not familiar with these people but they seem like a buncha spoiled prats.

[@desmondroberts6034]

lambosuperl Yeah, and 'London Taxi Black' is not the most exciting color, it'd look great in a finish that 'pops'.

[@FAT8893]

@@dinobot_maximize What's the point of great engineering if it look bland? I rather buy something that looks exciting.

[@lew0s710]

@@FAT8893 I disagree w you

[@FAT8893]

@@nadak47 The Ford Focus or Citroen DS4. Those are seriously good looking car.

[@zwonaka95]

This is one of the best looking hatchbacks you can buy today. Correct me if I'm wrong.

[@Fai-tn7ti]

It is a good looking Corolla.

[@harshithsadhana7475]

my dad had 2011 corolloa for 4 years automatic, i hated it but the new i love it

[@getphuked2]

MAZDASPEED 3

[@polarweis]

merc A klasse

[@AntJoseph_]

Zwivhuya Sivhabu you are totally right!

[@ronanlevey5061]

This show must be sponsored by the VW group or something. It's by far the most striking looking hatch in this segment. How they can call the look unnoticeable is baffling. As many others have said the Golf is way more dull and boring. Toyota made an excellent job with the styling in my opinion and deserve some credit to be bold unlike the predictable competition.

[@endzmeetmusic9053]

Have u driven a Golf before. Even better drive one from 2011 and see if the 2019 Corrolla would come anywhere near it. That's why they are giving an honest opinion. Toyotas are way behind like up to 5-10yrs in refinement and driving abilities. But hey they sell

[@dalejones659]

@@endzmeetmusic9053 Take a 7 yr old golf and the equivalent corolla (each with high mileages) to any respectable mechanic and compare wear and tear on both cars. For most families, it comes down to the wallet. Thats where the Corolla outshines any Volkswagen - lets not forget Golfs infamous auto. I do agree that the golf is a much more engaging drive though.

[@sonn4590]

Toyota is 5-10 years behind? Hahahahahaha. Obviously talking rubbish. How about other brands being 5-10 years behind on quality and durability?

[@spaghetti9067]

They are sponsored by Peugeot

[@jdmguy44]

@@endzmeetmusic9053 I driven both the Corolla and Golf (as rental vehicles) and the Corolla is every bit a match for the Golf in refinement, and build quality. In fact the interior has the edge on the latest Golf which has gone backwards if anything especially in material quality. Plus (as so many others are commenting) the Corolla looks great and the Golf boring as shit.

[@mileslaw]

It doesn't looks dull. Especially considering it is a Corolla.

[@waynehobbs5175]

It looks okay. Packaging is poor.

[@liambassitt5919]

Still boring... it’s lipstick on a pig

[@jdmguy44]

@@liambassitt5919 If this is boring tell me what is interesting in this class (Mazda 3 aside)?

[@liambassitt5919]

@@jdmguy44 Subaru Impreza can be fun, Honda Civic isn’t bad, Hyundai Elantra

[@TheDominator74]

@@jdmguy44 I tell tou what is boring. UK! The people still acts like they would live in the 13th century. The cars have not changed a bit. The taxicabs🤮. Morgan have not changed a bit in 60 years. The Mini is dull. Rolls Royce still looks the same.

[@AntJoseph_]

I usually don’t comment on reviews but I think this one must be commented because I didn’t agree with it. First of all, it’s an extremely good looking hatchback probably only losing in looks against the Mazda 3 (or being neck to neck). Second, the interior is full of high quality materials that are both well built and feel robust. When it comes to the engine, that 1.8 is the dull engine of the Corolla but also the most fuel efficient. The 1.2turbo exists and it’s offered with a manual transmission and there’s the 180hp 2.0 hybrid which is just insane(if I’m not wrong the 2.0 actually has got reworked suspension). + it will be reliable and in the next 20/25 years, if laws allow it, it will be one of the few hatchbacks that will still work and do what it’s supposed to.

[@dinobot_maximize]

damn right

[@biubiubiuluo2068]

Hi there, I normally don't comment either, but I can't help this time! I can't believe they didn't have one nice thing to say about the new Corolla. I just text drove it yesterday, it was actually nothing like the old toyota that we knew. Even my friend who drive a mini and went with me said the interior was so nice that she didn't even expect to see this level of quality in a toyota.

[@AntJoseph_]

RL Agito IKR!

[@AntJoseph_]

Biubiubiu Luo IKR! It’s actually such a great car! (When it comes to materials actually the E12(previous to the 1st gen Auris) had materials that could rival the Mk4 Golf in every single aspect. This new Corolla actually has got better materials than the new Golf!

[@AntJoseph_]

Biubiubiu Luo I actually find it funny in these so called car reviewers when reviewing Toyotas (specially Toyotas). If a car has got a more classic design it’s called BORING, DULL. If a Golf(because it iS tHe BeNcHmArK) has got a classic design it’s a safe, elegant, full of class design. Like, WHAT?

[@tiagobernardo6807]

What a hell are they talking about? I guess when you spent decades reviewing supercars, all other cars seem dull. This new corolla looks awesome.

[@dinobot_maximize]

yep, that must be the reason. people this spoiled and out of touch are real.

[@sonybabe786]

I think they toyota didn't pay them

[@MrchampionsLeague141]

I agree , total morons the lot of them. This is better looking from every angle than a Focus hatch back , and the 2.0 VVTi Hybrid is faster and more economical than the dated ford 1.5 eco blue diesel.

[@blitzchaserjzx100]

Fantastic car.. pity about the bunch of muppets reviewing it

[@nigelkittow2385]

Totally agree with you

[@barryedwards1433]

Agree, they are just trying to be funny and it's not paying off.

[@alanxu884]

Anddd this is why Fifth Gear’s dead.

[@Jenicek25]

exactly!

[@mustafaameerfaisal2933]

What a moron no one watches fifth gear

[@spaghetti9067]

Way too bias towards German brands

[@adiomari]

When your scores do not reflect the end user satisfaction, then there is a problem with your scoring. How can such a car get a 5 (out of 10) from some of the reviewers in this video. Looks better than an A3, consumes less fuel and will last much longer. one of the best cars out there.

[@vytbbb7146]

its the CVT... no one likes it...

[@TheAlee2404]

It wouldn’t last more than an A3 , and they didnt compete, the toyota quality maybe can compares with the base model golf, that hybrid power train is rubbish

[@thivakarsaravanamuthu4744]

@@TheAlee2404 rubbish

[@kf6857]

@@TheAlee2404 Not true, the hybrid system is bullet proof

[@KOhcl]

Hello Adi

[@MrWachira98]

If you cant even name a Toyota Corolla, why are you even in this show

[@ryuhayashi97]

Because people who drives a corolla are those who would call any sports car a ferrari

[@AntJoseph_]

Tun Piccolo uuh, no.

[@panos323]

@@ryuhayashi97 i drive a corolla and i am not like that!

[@jayjay378378]

This review is all wrong 😡

[@DashCamSerbia]

Money talks.

[@AH-cp6ud]

Yes and that's why fifth gear is not on our TV's no more. .....

[@AR-zr1om]

What planet are these from? Apart from the mazda 3 this is easily the best looking car in class the focus and golf are boring

[@waynehobbs5175]

If the Mazda 3 looks so good why is it tanking in sales. It can't just be it's over pricing or it's poor utilization of space.

[@AR-zr1om]

Wayne Hobbs it’s because the Mazda 3 has crap engines, 120bhp 2.0 petrol in the Uk it’s pathetic

[@waynehobbs5175]

What is bhp? Is that an imperial measurement used by 4 countries in the world out of 190 countries?

[@AR-zr1om]

Wayne Hobbs ok smarty pants it’s 90kw if that’s what you use but most places use horsepower as a standard measurement. Also using bhp makes sense since this is a british video and in Britain this is how we measure it.

[@waynehobbs5175]

Sorry A R but how can most places be 4 countries out of 190+ if you doubt me google it. Thanks for the clarification on what 120bhp means.

[@MrHubb1]

They're saying the car was dull, so was the review. I miss Tiff. He would have driven the corolla like a mad man and made the review entertaining .

[@MrLetsatsi]

They are crazy this car looks good

[@saadaftab6838]

The whole world appreciated and liked the shape very much. 5th gear clowns: no.

[@bensmithkent22]

It is a striking looking thing. Hated the auris but this looks appealing.

[@haloaum]

Very biased review ... right from the beginning, they made their mind up about the outcome. They called it dull to look at???? More interesting that the boring golfs or s3

[@aryanshirke5003]

HOW IS THIS DULL ?

[@holycowjustwow]

Couldnt be more wrong on the looks.

[@samdurling6053]

It's a hatchback it's not meant to excite.. They don't look at a golf and go "wow" and then give it a 4/5,they let it off because its a hatchback and say "it does what it's meant to and its not meant to excite" bias review. Come on guys!!

[@jurdi13]

U guys are blind

[@Theoriginalramjammer]

A shocking and totally biased review. Verdict clearly decided before they had the keys, over a minute wasted mocking the design! No mention of reliability or warranty or amazing efficiency, engines available in the range, equipment, price? For example? I expect the plasticy Golf MK8 with shorter warranty, no full hybrid option, worse reliability, inferior specification, cost cutting build quality / chassis tech and made by a company that lied about emissions, will get the full marks..

[@Theoriginalramjammer]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3jVh4uvoJujrrc a balanced and professional review..

[@azlanmahmud]

This car will outlast your golfs, focus and 308 with minimal maintenance

[@g00dfeeling]

I think it is very successful design. Golf 8 copy/paste exercise is sufficient proof.

[@ali_haq20]

I drive the estate 2.0L hybrid excel version of this car. It feels even more smooth and refined than my dad's Merc E class. The transition from electric to engine is seamless.Best car I've ever driven.

[@Bhartiya969]

Toyota is a name of reliability and now they have improved their looks also.. I don't find it unattractive.. If this corolla wasn't attractive then tell us with whom you are comparing to this one?

[@vinojcosta7491]

They always blame about Japanese cars. Come on guys you should appreciate about the reliability of Toyota cars

[@zfloz9895]

Didn't know fifth gear guys, are such haters ! The car really looks good.

[@FooledbyRandomness2]

not good review

[@waynehobbs5175]

Would havebeen fairer to include its amazing fuel economy

[@Player1original]

Some older toyota diesels still get similar economy. I like the change but it needs some refinement, especially their dull cvts.

[@MrNaheedadam]

How much are European car brands paying you 3?

[@marcelfotomoto]

Gee whiz the Poms love Asian car bashing. It's been widely accepted by Aus journos as a good car in it's class/price bracket. How does a car that cost AUD27k in Australia end up GBP27k? Almost twice the price!

[@sloot69x]

Its made here in the UK Burniston Derbysjire!

[@marcelfotomoto]

@@sloot69x Not the Australian versions

[@ThePetrolhead94]

So confused 🤔 I have a Golf and I think this is better looking

[@uberbandit]

That review was harsh! I happen to own a 2019 Corolla Hybrid (base model) and I personally think Toyota are on to a winner with it. I am loving the standard LED exterior lights, the way it handles, the light yet responsive steering, not to mention getting around 1000kms per tank of fuel. This car has truly sold me on the brand!

Looks pretty cool, especially in black AND compared to all the other hatches on sale

[@user-ic7mv6bj4w]

Park it next to the New golf and I dare you to still call the Corolla dull.

[@DarkAngel1979fuck]

It's not a German car so they're never gonna love it. Fifth gear proudly sponsored by volkswagen 🙄

[@Heardbydeaf]

Looks like it :)

[@MikeKay1978]

It is exciting to see what your next VW repair bill will land on.

[@mrb6094]

I've just traded a GT 86 in for a 2.0 GR estate, I think it's a great looking thing. Plus comfortable and quiet. Perfect for someone with a knackered back and knees 🤣

[@tobyhall7617]

How does a golf look better or an Astra

[@123Jokkmokk123]

The new Corolla look incredible. They look refreshing yet discreet. t's a complete departure from the conservative and traditional design language that has been the identity of the Toyota Corolla for 50 years. The Golf has been boring to the point of collective suicide since the mk 2. The Focus is a Ford so it's rubbish. The Civic is the closest good competiton. Vicky is 5'5-ish tall. She can't see out of a lot of cars. They test supercars and performance machines for a living. Its not about laptimes and trackdays. Knowing Toyota, it will be wonderfully well-made, incredibly reliable and a good car for the average family.

[@SoerenThorsen1972]

Good grief that was abysmal..........

[@ginubinukb2652]

Its get 15.5 out of 30 but ends up selling better than anything

[@TheJoeMB]

This just isn't dull to look at.

[@millipekmez577]

British, calling almost every car dull except focus. it is rich coming from the dullest people ever.

[@dhvanantrivedi]

How come an automobile journalist not recognise a really common car?!

[@FaRMeR6317]

What the heck! These idiot's said this car is dull? It is gorgeously designed and beautiful car MAN!

[@andreaskahr2583]

How much did VW pay for this review? The look of The new Corolla outclass the look of the new Golf

[@patrickdeehan3893]

If you put a European badge on it they would love it.

[@rodrigodepierola]

Not a friend of Hatches but nobody has ever bought a Corolla thinking it's a DB9, it's the car you buy a know you'll never have a problem for 20 years. It's a car that get the job of going from A to B excellently.

[@adamm3388]

Honestly so tired of these types of motoring journalists. Giving it a 4/10 for how it went around corners on a track, is like judging a person for how well their hips work. For what it is, it looks good, comfortable, refined, super reliable, reasonably priced and for me has a bit little bit more character than a Golf. That's why you buy these things...

[@JOlsson01]

You guys need your eyes checked. It's one of the best looking hatchbacks out there.

[@NazimUddin-yk2tz]

Looks better than most cars in its range , looks very unique in the style I bet the GRMN version will be sick

[@Robbert_nl]

If you don’t recognize a Corolla, you shouldn’t be in a car show. That hideous beard is a good reason too.

[@julianschmidt4905]

What do you expect from UK citizens? Bad weather, bad mood. "Let's throw this Japanese car under the bus". Very bad review.

[@MW-uh1xv]

I have one of these as a rental at the moment and I think it's a very nice car. The standard review comments that ita boring. If it had a BMW badge they would say it a drivers car. I think it's good looking and does what a small cheap hatch should do.

[@dgl7347]

The vw golf and audi will tell you to buy armrest not a joke. Lol

[@_GummyBear_]

I own this car and I can say its very economic (I teach students with it) its fun to drive and I'm really happy with it. the only down side is when u like to do a small burnout it doesn't do it and sometimes it lacks a bit at the beginning when you want to accelerate fast. its the smoothest and stealthy car I ever drove. It cost me 33k euros and many people called me crazy because as I said I teach students how to drive with it. many nice comments on the car and yes its a head turn... i think u really dont know what is a new corolla :) how can u judge that beauty if you drive it for a few hours? you need to drive it every day to know what it does.

[@Toyota4Life]

WAY too much criticism going on I think the car looks great one of the best design cars in its class. Also people remember the corolla it’s one of the most well known cars

[@pollumG]

The front looks nice...what are they on about??

[@nikhilnik9022]

"it's actually slightly pink" girls though

[@anthonyflood8219]

They say this car is dull, well these three muppets are the dullest of all presenters period

[@PedroFTeixeira]

It's the first review I see thst say it's dull. Probably because of the color. Usually it's the blue one. It may not be to everyones taste (I'm not a huge fan of it), but it's sure not dull. When you have a golf, a leon, a megane... that are basic, this is completly different.

[@tahirislam9377]

its a hybrid car... looks like they wanted to review a lambo but got a corolla

[@jaredjoubert2055]

Finally, a car that makes me want a Toyota! I don’t understand the team’s views on this one.

[@bid84]

Cvt gearboxes are a load of bollix.

[@robdavis16]

You guys haven’t got a clue

[@nathewtang33]

I own one of these new corolla, it's actually pretty good I think it's the best Modern corolla yet

[@richardmelchers2938]

Looks better than the A class and Focus.

[@staffankarinpappila3975]

Boring entertainment. This is a car with a 60 mpg. That’s why you buy it. The cvt will last for 200.000 miles. Not a fair review.

[@rahulrao7833]

It's like they decided before hand they hate it

[@SteveDchannel]

would love to see this test done with the US spec XSE model

[@jackboon3247]

Because its not german or expensive its dull apparently. Designs much better than a Golf.

[@_HAL_9001_]

The sheer smug arrogance with you people. How in the hell is that front end bland or dull? It looks like the Predator to me FFS.

[@MatrixDiscovery]

Dude in the beard says it looks bland? Most of the European cars are bland!

[@Commentator541]

This is one of the best looking hatches out there today!!! Looks way better then 308-golf-megane... even looks better than the A class and BMW 1.

[@dancooper2072]

One of best looking hatchbacks on road and I've driven it, don't understand the CVT complaint, it's a little noisy but only because the rest of the car is so quiet. Hardly noticed it tbh

[@jasonherah1563]

I think it looks great! Much better than all of the previous models. What are these guys on about?!

[@01123581321341]

Are they bonkers ? It’s a fantastic looking car….! Miles better than so much of it’s competition for sure

[@dan20595]

Wow! The only thing that’s dull in this video are the presenters!

[@jamesrobertson1675]

I’m struggling with this. While searching for a new car over the past week. I have test drove a focus, a golf, a Leon, a 308 and a Corolla . Admittedly it was a manual not a CVT I had more fun driving the Toyota than any of the others. So much so I bought it.

[@JamaicanMeCrazy]

Something is wrong with this show. I'm probably going to get one

[@angelasmith3567]

Typical sad f******...!! If it won't do 0-60 in 5 secs and 200 mph they don't want to know. Great car.

[@simonthomas5367]

This is waaaaay better looking than an A3 or Golf.

[@jatinbhatia632]

Are these people mad? They look at a regular family car and talk like it is supposed to be a sporty car. Review the car for what it is and what it is and it is supposed to be built for and it's rivals.

[@DFSTechAuto]

A very nice looking car, are they blind. Best looking Corolla ever

[@jonathanwebb8307]

First time I have to disagree with Johny. I think its one of the best looking cars in its segment. The Interior could be bit better, for example if they were to offer light colours it would make a huge improvement. The hybrid tech has been perfected and its just the most efficient and relaxing way to go from A to B. True a BMW would be much more exiting, especially when your sitting on the hard shoulder waiting for the AA but that sort of excitement I could do without.

[@YuichiTamaki]

Johnny is a very down to earth guy I bet he would score it completely the opposite in a personal review.

[@davaunfrancis590]

They’re judging the car like it should be a damn sports car smh. They’re narrow minded that’s why they’ll never be like Top Gear

[@oemasian9617]

I think it looks great!

[@1a2b3cman]

for a corolla to score high you need to give it points judging it by how cheap, reliable, easy to fix and most importantly good mileage it can provide.

[@shamimb1y]

If only brits that review cars knew something about cars then we would have had an vehicle manufacturing industry in the UK.. The best selling car in the world speaks for it self and 5th gear doesn't need to say anything about its biased reviews

[@RioBow]

That's not dull, it's different from all the German cars, and that's refreshing. And pardon me for Toyota not designing a car to keep the 5th gear presenters happy. Good God

[@ag.3820]

They are reviewing this car as if it was made for track day, guys you are a bunch of "car enthusiasts" snobs. Any real car enthusiast appreciates a well engineered, reliable, affordable car. There is a reason people buy this card and Toyota hybrids in general around the world like hot cakes and you guys completely missed the point.

[@fatclimber6567]

I use mine to drive my wife to the garage to pick up her Golf after they fix it.

[@aaaviation1]

Tbf jimmys beard is modeled on the Corollas front

[@jayjay378378]

Also why drive the slowest engine

[@dinobot_maximize]

lmao theyre a bunch of muppets

[@jayjay378378]

@@dinobot_maximize true

[@SHARP2026]

The best selling nameplate in the world, and this car expert didn’t recognise it. 🤔

[@SA-zoom1]

I think its about the best looking hatchback around

[@eamonnmcdermott1939]

Jimmy is co-presenting a car programme and is supposed to be interested in cars or at least know something about cars. So Jimmy cannot remember the name of the most popular car in the world. Yet more proof that anything german unfairly scores higher than its rivals! If german cars could match Toyota for reliability I might consider one but I'm not holding my breath!!! Love the new Corolla, long live Toyota!

[@panos323]

If you do most of the year km in the city and you dont care about fast driving this corolla is fine! Nice looks fuel efficient and reliable

[@TheJoeMB]

These guys came with their preconceived notion of a old bland Corollas and carried that bias to this review. I think this car is quite sharp and interesting looking and it's decent to drive. The CVT is a pain i know but i feel they was next to no effort with this team test.