Toyota Corolla hybrid review 2020: A sporty, efficient and fun Corolla, you're kidding, right?!

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks for the feedback on the video, everybody! Please note I made a dopey mistake in the video regarding the Corolla's gearbox! This has now been edited out of the video - as a couple of you picked up, the eCVT on the non-hybrid Corolla uses the helper gear for low speeds, the hybrid version doesn't!

[@AC-le9wv]

CarExpert 👏👍 The hybrid has much more low-down torque due to electric motor so that there is no need for the launch gear. The eCVT also does not have belt so that there is no rubber-band feels. Furthermore, the engine in the hybrid use Atkinson-cycle, which is also slightly different.

[@froggy0162]

It’s also why the hybrid system is so popular for taxis - the hybrid transmission has bugger all moving parts compared to any conventional transmission, so they just go forever - a nice change for cab drivers used to all the things that constantly break on the old Falcons :)

[@AC-le9wv]

Froggy 01 and have much higher fuel efficiency in the city.

[@krisb51]

I rented a Corolla hybrid and I was surprised at just how good it was to drive. Very smooth and comfortable, more than enough performance for real-world driving and I got 5.1 l/100 km where my Hyundai i30 gets low to mid 8s. I don't care about the back seats as I never use them, but the small boot, lack of storage in the cabin and the tinny-sounding stereo were weakness I'm not sure I could live with. Maybe a RAV4 hybrid would be worth a look. I like Toyota hybrids... I must be getting old...

[@6643140]

I bought this exact model and I love it so much. It’s a great car. As a previous BMW 135iM owner this is a bloody great car.

[@CarExpertAus]

Congrats on the purchase!

[@Daniel-ld7xs]

Nice!

[@georgemorley1029]

German cars are fine to drive. They’re just not fine to own.

[@Flysohigh18]

I've got mine just about 2 months and I love it!! 2.0 184 hp pearl white with black top. Everyone's turning their head haha! Its a fast and fun car, while also very economic. I've never had hybrid before and compared to classic turbo diesel or petrol engine, It just brings some new elements to the driving experience. Its almost like a driving in a video game...

[@oksanatereshchenko7996]

Hello. I am considering to get a one 2020 with 30k km mileage. Are you still happy with your car? Any problems so far?

[@Flysohigh18]

@@oksanatereshchenko7996 i was super happy with the car. I sold it 2 months ago, due to gr yaris. but the car was excelent...i highly recommend

[@TheHayabusa09]

Whilst watching with my 4yr old son, he asks, 'Dad, what does edgy AF mean??" (1:08). Quickly I respond, Oh that means Awesome Fun. Now he walks around saying that everything is "AF!!" Thanks Paul!

[@mrheyfuckoff1]

Lmao that's kids for ya

[@kanzulfikri5318]

LMAO

[@CarExpertAus]

Ha ha, great recovery!

[@autonewstv86]

The new Corolla hybrid sedan has just been launched in Australia and is expected to be a best seller,looks great

[@mrheyfuckoff1]

Parked next to one this afternoon, has potential but this one was white & had low spec wheels. Looked boring as shit.

[@CarExpertAus]

I think so too!

[@bluecent]

Yet no ZR hybrid sedan????

[@JPMC1234]

Love this colour combo. My parents just got the entry level hybrid sedan and it's a seriously impressive car. Plus there's a noticeable amount more legroom in the rear compared to the hatch. It's a shame Toyota aren't offering the hybrid in ZR sedan guise.

[@CarExpertAus]

You're right - the sedan is better proportioned for carrying passengers. I think this one is more for the lone traveller!

[@b.p.r.]

@@CarExpertAus Have you tried sitting in the 2005 Ford Fiesta because that has hardly any room either because I know I have one and the safety rating is pretty bad one out of five

[@ronsmith2241]

I am still making up my mind what car to buy. But you are probably about the best car reviewer I have watched.

[@aquasun6744]

This is the car im planning on getting! I love it so much! I’ll barely be having friends in it so the leg room at the back isn’t a problem. Its a great value for money for what you’re getting out of this car!

[@d.k.1394]

Looks goood

[@matthewjones9733]

got a Toyota corolla 1800 hybrid in 2021 . Brilliant drive and fuel economy . Wouldn't drive anything else . Well done Toyota .

[@f1mikeyboy]

Thanks for your review, pretty spot on. I own the 2.0 litre version, and use to get to work and back, about 45km one way. I average 6.8 l/100km, and I really like the drive. A little more power would be nice, after coming from a f30, and a GTI before that. All in all I am very impressed with the ride comfort and safety features. The rear leg room does suck, if I need more leg room, I use my Tundra crew cab. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦 stay safe.

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks for watching!

[@MrViyasan]

How much did it cost you?

[@carlosandresporrasvallejo5883]

Tbh, I got really excited when he mentioned "Colombia". Not a big deal for most, but in this kind of context (cars) is something special.

[@headhoncho9319]

I just wanted to say when watching your review you commented that the speed sign recognition in the Corolla wasn’t very good but working for Toyota I would say that it’s actually quite smart because when you run into road works the navigation system will still you that it might be a 110km zone when it actually is maybe on a 60km zone, the SSR system will detect that and it will be right there on your dash or head up display potentially saving you a nasty fine......you can also in both this and the RAV4 speed match your radar cruise control to the outside speed at the touch of a button ( very handy ) feature the dash also has the ability to change between analog and digital display

[@Grk149]

I drive the CHR here in Europe and the speed sign recognition works 100% all the time. Even here in Greece where the condition of our signs is rarely good.

[@SpaceWalkTraveller]

Thanks for the review. I sat in the car yesterday and I'm just over 6ft. I adjusted my front driver position and I was overly generous with room. When I sat in the back seat I had plenty of room for my knees. I felt very comfortable in there. I felt the front driver seat had plenty of room and I didn't feel squashed up at all. I compared the front seat to the Rav4 and couldn't really tell any difference. Theonly thing that is small is the boot. It's fine for shopping but you'll need to put the seats down if you have a few big luggage bags.

[@froggy0162]

Shame we don’t get the higher output 2 litre hybrid drivetrain or the station wagon version... Ditch the RAV4 and give us the wagon Corolla - not as if any RAV4 ever went off road anyway....

[@mrheyfuckoff1]

Nah the Rav4 is a good model, ditch the ridiculous CHR thing

[@froggy0162]

@@mrheyfuckoff1 No, like all crossover/suv things its fundamentally flawed. They're only good if you like not having the ability to survive an emergency situation... kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKW0Y2eNlNGUo7s

[@froggy0162]

You should see how scary they all when you turn off the ESP and they show their fundamental abilities (or lack thereof...).

[@hellnah5727]

@@froggy0162 Nice try, but Toyota fixed that issue.

[@marcuslang6153]

I agree about the station wagon, they should bring it! But concerning the Rav4 AWD, it actually climbs well. If you need more climbing ability, fit it with all terrain tires?

[@h.mahmutdogan2708]

It is really a reliable car. My 2023 Tucson failed me the second time in 10000 kms. I had to borrow my father's Corolla again. I and my Tucson rely on Corolla. 😄

[@samgab]

Nobody has every liked “piano black”, but car makes insist on continuing to use it all over the place in car interiors. Shiny, finger-printy, easily scratched, attracts dust.... It’s awful. Stop using it car makers!!!

[@unknowntosociety01]

Need matte silver or black

[@vinniem9260]

They do it on purpose so for a couple years you will feel your car is old as f

[@Manc-fh5we]

Don’t like the 2 tone paint jobs

[@samgab]

@@unknowntosociety01 Yes... but not that rubber touch-feel coating that wears off in high contact areas in a couple of years and looks like shit.

[@samgab]

Brushed aluminium, or matte carbon fibre (forged cf too), or wood grain is nice.

[@jamespribil6001]

Been awaiting for the corolla review, highly recommend driving the manual, yes it drinks a bit more fuel but such a fun car to drive, which is why I brought one

[@rightlanehog3151]

Manuals are always better.

[@CarExpertAus]

We will have to have a drive of the manual as well!

[@1MrBryn]

You're doing great work. Best car review channel in Oz. I'd love to see you tackle motorcycles.

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks, mate! Hah, my wife won't let me ride a motorbike!

[@sidjyothi]

Will we ever get the 2L hybrid like they have in Europe? Also I think the corolla wagon makes sense in Oz considering the massive storage on offer... 333L in the hybrid just about makes it cut.. but only just.

[@priyankdeadman]

Yeah the corolla wagon is great. There was a corolla trek too

[@alanmay7929]

or the 2l turbo petrol from the lexus nx200t

[@CarExpertAus]

Not at this stage, but I'd love to see it offered in Australia!

[@terenceting26]

333L is only for the top trim ZR, other trims get 217L with a spare tyre.

[@ByronChen117]

I nearly bought the SX hybrid sedan before I settled on a different car. Got to love the Toyota reliability. Love the reviews!

[@rickw.4176]

We bought one just two weeks ago , awesome on the road , love all the safety features , especially the radar cruise control ... thanks for your review checked it out before our purchase, agree with you the back seat area , but for the two us it a top quality vehicle and our first Toyota.

[@scwong6349]

Hey Rick hope you like your Corolla so far. Just wondering if the fuel consumption level has been as good as claimed?

[@AbuThunder]

Thx for making such reviews. Even though I live in a different continent your reviews are still my reference. 💯👍🏻

[@rightlanehog3151]

Paul, Thanks for 'standing up' for tall people. Here in Canada we have renamed this undersized TNGA platform the TNJA - Toyota New Jockey Architecture. Akio Toyoda seems to have forgotten that some of us do grow over six feet tall. The Corolla Estate/Wagon would be much more useful for adult passengers and cargo. Sadly, it seems Australians and Canadians alike are denied the best Corolla model and are forced into a RAV4 or something even larger.

[@CarExpertAus]

Ha ha, thank you. Yeah it's strange they've forgotten people with legs exist in the real world!

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@CarExpertAus We had a car over here called the Toyota Matrix and a cloned version called the Pontiac Vibe. It was a Corolla hatch/wagon and a nearly perfect compromise that fit everybody from 5'2" to 6' 6". Now they give us this mini-mobile with 4 inches less headroom.

[@anhonestreviewer7015]

CarExpert It’s rare to find many Japanese people over 6ft tall. I’m guessing they’ve designed their TNGA platform for the Japanese market first and foremost, with the rest of the world coming after. I’m 6”2 and just about manage to get into the driver’s seat of my 2018 Prius. Occasionally I bump the cruise control stick with my legs when getting in but that’s Toyota for you.

[@cyriacosdiacoyani1556]

Paul, I enjoy your enthusiasm and conviction and love your presentations!

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks mate!

[@MrTorres2U]

So upset we don't have this in the US. I just bought the standard Corolla hatch which I love but I would've gotten this version in a heartbeat!

[@MrSunnyBhoy]

nice review and nice car, although the wobbly centre armrest is common in lots of cars these days, don't think its a big deal, just my opinion

[@-TJ-]

This car has changed my perception on Toyota as a brand. The previous generations were just so boring compared to the competition. However, they absolutely knocked it out the park with this new Corolla. It looks really nice and the interior design is pleasant. WooHoo! Might be that BMW Supra partnership seeping through...

[@CarExpertAus]

Agreed! I was in the same boat. The last Corolla was a snorefest compared to this one!

[@froggy0162]

Last generation was great as a rental. It was boring as batshit, but hidden away was a surprisingly decent chassis tune when you got on it. I was as surprised as anyone! A memorable drive in a manual one on the road out to Milford Sound in NZ. Super fun and the Corolla came to the party with way more enthusiasm than I expected!!

[@misterhoeflak]

Just discovered your channel - great reviews! Seriously considering one of these, but flabbergasted by the poor legroom in the back , when a car like the Skoda Scala (built on the same platform as the VW Polo) has tons, plus a huge boot!

[@yoslivne9354]

i hardly ever fill up on this, getting over 980 km each time

[@d.k.1394]

Wow

[@Gnarloo]

ZR?

[@jamiele9638]

@@Gnarloo it doesn’t change fuel consumption

[@noyb-yb]

A nice review, I would like you to review of the non-hybrid 2.0 litre ZR Hatch, please, with more power/torque (125kw/200nm).

[@XQzMEH]

5:11 yeah right Paul. It’s okay to admit you have a guilty pleasure music playlist. 😉

[@CarExpertAus]

😅😅

[@timwattison4419]

I'm just about to take delivery of a Corolla GR Sport 2.0, 184bhp in Silver two tone. Having owned a new Yaris Dynamic which was a lovely little car, I'm super excited to own this car. I at least gain Nav which was missing in the Yaris, also the extra horses will be welcome as I've owned a number of performance cars so still like a little bit of umph.

[@gregburville3368]

When they asked 'do we need more space in the rear seat (or the boot)?', the answer was.. That's what the Camry is for.

[@CarExpertAus]

Hah, that's way too much space now!

[@Kenmanhl]

I had no idea about the blue colour in the badge. Thanks for that!

[@CarExpertAus]

Happy to help!

[@martintaper7997]

Should be green.

[@pratapp]

Looks good, far prefer this to the Golf (I don’t know any of my friends with a Golf who haven’t had reliability issues!), but I’d still go for a Camry given the lack of rear space and boot space.

[@CarExpertAus]

The new Camry looks great too!

[@williamh7675]

Hi paul, love your videos. Very informative and entertaining to watch. It is as though I have test drived all the cars you've reviewed myself!! :) There is one thing that I hope you could add to your future reviews and that is the sound of the horn of the car you are reviewing. May be it's just me only, but I feel the sound of the horn is just as important in my car purchase decision making. For example, I am a big fan of the ultra reliable Corolla, but its horn has put me off my 'consider' list. Anyway, keep up the good work you and your team at Car Expert are doing. I have already subscribed to the channel and will continue to support you guys. I have recommended you guys to my family and friends too! Thanks and keep producing more videos for us!

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks William! Appreciate the kind words. The horn test sounds like fun! And you're right - the horn on my Supra sounds embarrassing! I try and avoid using it at all costs.

[@christinegriffin4131]

Would be good if you did the review on the lower spec model, the sport or standard models.

[@jaclang5813]

agree, am trying to see whether its worth paying the extra as the sports model looks good enough.

[@grantscowen5174]

Enjoy every one of your videos heaps of information nice work

[@TechHead03]

I like it when you do an acceleration test as part of the review. I suspect you did Toyota a big favour by not doing one in this case 🤣

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks, Geoff. We actually filmed this one a while ago before we started doing these more regularly, so we'll keep them up if people enjoy them!

[@mariosp.8531]

I have a 2.0 hybrid corolla hatchback.. believe it or not is punchy! 7,5 sec for 0 to 100km

[@GAZZA55]

i happen to own one of these in new zealand and the 1.8 engine has plenty of pick up if you want a fast car then go buy a v8 .

[@peace4myheart]

I have the 2019 Corolla hatchback with the 2.0 L petrol engine making 169hp. I love its styling and the driving is not bad, but could use 10 or 15 more hp. My main complaint is the limited back seat room and the small boot. I wish Toyota would offer a hybrid in the US bc I would have gone for that model. Anyway, if you think the 18in wheel makes for a comfortable ride, then you will have to try the 16in wheel. It feels like driving in a Camry

[@alwaysiyi272]

we have a hybrid corolla in the US but its the sedan and its based on the le trim

[@dargee786]

Mate can you please do a full review of New Toyota Corolla Sedan ZR Hybrid. Toyota has just launched ZR hybrid in Sedan.

[@johnlethlean4716]

Terrific Review. Thank you. I’d like to know a little bit more about what its capabilities in pure EV mode are?

[@cindyhobson3084]

Hope to pick mine up Feb. it will be my everyday car because I also have a HSV - I’ll have to get use to the power difference 😂😂

[@deanstyles2567]

I find it interesting that the hatch is rated at 4.2L/100km and the sedan at 3.5L/100km. I wonder why, maybe a larger battery? Surely not just aero. The leg room doesn't look great, no better than my old Barina. If I was looking it'd be either the Corolla for the hybrid despite the poor rear space/boot/no spare, or the i30 and not get a hybrid or IRS. The Corolla is a good looking hatchback though.

[@CarExpertAus]

That's a really good point - how bizarre. I can't imagine why it would be so far off.

[@murreylockie9618]

I suspect the ZR seats are slightly thicker in the backrest over the lower grades, anybody confirm?

[@shaneconnors757]

Great Review....My wife and l are thinking about a New Car.l am a big Fan of the Toyota Brand.l own an old HiLux.Numerous friends and Family have had Corollas.We were not sure on the Hybrid, but l think this review has got us convinced, its the way to go!......Thank You for your Honest appraisal.

[@Dandelunar]

Just because you mentioned my country Colombia I subscribed

[@plightn]

We need this in the USA stat!

[@PhilShenton]

Are you going to do a review on the latest update?

[@stephengriffin4990]

Good review mate but Toyota and the Mazda's need to go back to the drawing board on boot space and leg room.

[@CarExpertAus]

Agreed!

[@cryptolord9826]

Best car for under 35k. Park it anywhere drive it all day no noise exhaust sounds top top car 👍👍👍

[@CarExpertAus]

Could be!

[@ivanobradovic1257]

You cnt find this car under 38k

[@cryptolord9826]

Ivan Obradovic not the Rz but just the normal version hybrid

[@adz5936]

Would be really good if they brought over the 2.0 litre hybrid over to our market.

[@CarExpertAus]

Agreed! That thing looks fantastic.

[@wilshawn6110]

I like the car. question, where do you put a spare wheel?

[@paulh4691]

Tested one a few weeks ago, but the pov pack model. It was a a nice car, but in my opinion the pick up just wasn't up to the task of overtaking which is required where I live (Slow cane trucks etc on two lane country roads). I believe they do 0-100kph in about 12.5 seconds - My 4x4 diesel ute does it a couple of seconds faster than that... Just for around town, I'm sure they would be brilliant.

[@CarExpertAus]

Was it the hybrid you tested?

[@skhun]

I hope we get the Corolla Cross here in Australia, I think it would do extremely well

[@timfudy3147]

We need the wagon in oz, it looks great and so much more usable.

[@CarExpertAus]

Agreed!

[@mateuszlasatowicz9902]

We have also corolla hatchback in Europe with 1.8 hybrid which have tyre repair kit and we have 361 liters capacity of cargo space not 333..

[@CarExpertAus]

Interesting! I wonder why we have less room?

[@jimstathis4199]

Auto door locking is not available even on top spec ZR corolla , toyota has disabled the setting yet other makes allow it here in Oz - why is that? In this day of car jacking being more & more prevalent why cant the driver choose there own settings for autolocking and unlocking.

[@rockycheny5437]

Thank you for the great review as always. Is there any information regarding the battery life and cost of maintenance? 20 years ago, I was told that Prius' battery was only good for 80000 km, and the replacement cost would be around $8000-$10000, about one third of the new car purchase price. If that's the case, it does not make any economical sense by going hybrid. Obviously, it has some advantages for the environment.

[@minwade5436]

Thanks Paul, your info turned me off the Toyota CHR KOBA with the premium petrol req’d. Have just looked @ a Toyota Hybrid & armed with yr info feel much better placed to make a decision,. Thank you again, keep,up the good work 👍🏼

[@offtherunway1949]

You Paul are going to a million subscribers soon🛸 Great Job🇬🇭🇬🇭

[@gene978]

after that Slam on back seat room I was surprised to hear how much you love this car lol

[@CarExpertAus]

Hah, yeah it's one of those things where you shouldn't buy it if you need to carry people, but if you're on your own or rarely carry anybody it's easy to work around.

[@simon1066]

I’m sold. It seems to have everything you need (if you don’t have kids!)

[@CarExpertAus]

Very true!

[@RK-uk2fu]

If I may ask, why “if you don’t have kids”? We are thinking to buy this car tomorrow and we have a 3 month old baby.

[@simon1066]

@@RK-uk2fu a baby is fine. There is very little leg room in the back.

[@lemanlifestyle]

In Holland, when choosing the 1.8 hybrid you don’t get the fake exhausts, it would be red in your case. If you get the 2.0 High Power Hybrid, you will get the exhausts, to show you’ve got the 2.0 :). Luggage room is really quite shit though as the batteries of the 2.0 take up half of the boot

[@Subixee]

Loving your reviews... Could you please consider reviewing the series 2 swift Sport?

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks, Zee Zee! Review of the SII Sport coming up soon :-D

[@mattlord4407]

Hey Paul, you continue to grab and rough up the centre console bins in all your vids as a build quality check. Nobody in the real world does that! I’d be way more interested to see if there were any rattles during driving and the like. Otherwise, keep up the good work dude.

[@TheNotedHero]

Time for a Corolla ZR Hybrid Sedan review? Sedan should have heaps more space in the back?

[@edwardhoyestradachannel35]

Men you deserve a million sub's excellent reviews I've watch a couple of videos of yours it's outstanding plus no bias revs 👌

[@sierracharlie7293]

Like it or not, way of the future.

[@b.p.r.]

I’m quite confused why the Zr hybrid has a tire repair kit and the bass model Corolla Hybrid has a spare wheel.

[@gogutzy]

my 2015 Auris hybrid 136 hp got me two fillups with 3.34 and 3.37 l/100 km - way lower than the toyota stated 3.8l//100 km. i have no issues believing that this will drop to 2.something if you know how to drive it properly.

[@VANJA1980]

Pravite super videe , pozdrav iz Hrvatske

[@CarExpertAus]

Hvala!

[@kevinrtres]

This car wasn't made for lanky westerners - mostly for shorter Japanese and it's perfectly suited to that segment of the market.

[@OdinMMA]

I don't understand why reviewers always bemoan fake exhausts, loads of things on cars are fake such as half the "sporty" features but they love those.

[@vladzubac5360]

361 L for the 1.8 L engine, and 313 L for the 2.0 L engine (they had to move the batery in the back)...no corolla has 333L..

[@dancingrook8553]

Drive one of these all the time, I'm 185cm and I cannot see out the rear mirror without ducking down. Because all I see is backseat when sitting normally, can't swivel the mirror up anymore to point it at the window and the seat doesn't go any lower. Kind of disappointing really, gonna get a bigger car

[@TheGreatestPlayerInTheWorld]

Nice review I’m in the Uk but I have subscribed keep up the good work!

[@thedavansway9267]

I ordered one 3 days ago :) i'm supposed to get it 13th of july ! i am excited :D

[@bmocola1108]

Will this come out to the U.S ?

[@vijaymistry4169]

I like the video especially the comparison of the 1.3 kw battery v the Tesla’s almost 80 kw battery , something I can do now when shopping around for hybrids or plug-in hybrid cars

[@2driftlong]

I'm guessing the rear seats can't move back and forth? Toyota have this feature in their 2007 yaris, it would make a huge difference.

[@ktmidol]

Toyota reliability and practicality is 💯

[@RoguePlanetStudio]

Love the hybrid factor but it's so small, should have kept with the Scion im or auris in Europe size. Decent back seat space.

[@RennieAsh]

13:00 and when it sees a bus it tells you that the speed limit is 40 because the bus has a 40 when lights flash sign

[@rimloch3919]

Always in my mind wanting to know about hybrid battery that dies, 👉can the hybrid car be driven normal on petrol only if we can't afford to replace expensive battery? Thanks for your information soon .

[@adelaideautowashes]

Now all it needs is a manual and i'm sold. On the petrol model, that is.

[@CarExpertAus]

Petrol available with manual 😁

[@kelvpoon]

Do you find it under power with just 90kw???

[@brettodonnell4187]

Wish we had the Corolla hatch hybrid in Canada instead of the Corolla sedan that we do have. Toyota should throw in the eAWD from the Prius as an option on the Corolla Hybrid while they are at it and I bet it would be very popular here.

[@Reflection_Wave]

I am thinking changing to this hybrid. I am driving toyota 86 at the moment. Leave me advice hybrid driver.

[@AC-le9wv]

Just like to point out the eCVT is NOT what explained in the video. The CVT described in the video is for non-hybrid Corolla, which has a launch gear, like the 1st gear in a manual box to increase the efficiency and drivability. The eCVT uses planetary gears combined with electric motor. It’s a totally different system and nothing like a normal CVT. Otherwise, it’s a good video. I am waiting for the Corolla Cross, which will have much better internal space yet still very compact of overall dimension.

[@CarExpertAus]

Sorry, you're right! Dopey mistake of me to make. We have just made an adjustment to the video and noted this with a pinned comment.

[@kidfreejones]

Engaging and CVT do not coexist. I get it makes sense for Hybrid but Hyundai says CVT not required. Love the look of this generation Corolla, bring on the GR model!

[@CarExpertAus]

Actually works well with the hybrid system, it picks up the torque hole while the CVT winds up.

[@dingbatt]

It’s an eCVT, there’s a subtle difference. Electric motor/generators not belts and Toyota would do themselves a favour if they just called it a “Hybrid Synergy Drive”. There’s even a badge on the exterior of Toyota Hybrids that says that. The same tech is used in Lexus hybrids and has been licensed to Ford for use in the new Escape hybrid. Hyundai don’t have a licence to use the patented technology hence their dismissal of it.

[@jordanscarreviews6164]

Kia Cerato GT Hatchback in Runway Red next please Paul.

[@bigchief2331]

Peugeot 308 GT a far nicer car

[@CarExpertAus]

We won't be getting a Cerato GT for a little while yet, but will try and get our hands on one soon!

[@yan5362]

has anyone tuned this version of the corolla? i,e the 1.8 hybrid having around 120HP. have you gained much performance? has it affected the economy that much?

[@bigchief2331]

Well it's the first time a Corolla has even slightly appealed to me, I think they look pretty smart and like the LED lights at night. This red looks cool with the black roof but would be hell of a lot better with a PANORAMIC roof. I still think Peugeot make the best hatches around but they need to offer an electric/hybrid version.

[@froggy0162]

Peugeot make some great electric and hybrid cars. Blame our backwards and coal loving government for them not being available here...

[@bigchief2331]

@@froggy0162 All their current cars are great. The 308 is the best hatchback available in Australia by far. Just a shame it is ignored and most people don't even cross shop it. Driving experience, comfort, features and ergonomics are unrivalled. I know there is the new e-208 and hybrid 3008, Peugeot dealer told me the latter should be here by end of year but that was pre-COVID so who knows. E-208 looks like a ripper car but pricing scares me and it's probably a bit small. I really do hope that Peugeot succeed here in the coming years, and that the government offers incentives to entice people into electric cars.

[@garyvandesande2677]

@@bigchief2331 until they are 3 years old and the electrics go haywire....avoid.

[@bigchief2331]

@@garyvandesande2677 Not the case anymore mate, has not been for years.. French electrics are just as reliable as anything else..

[@galacticforce1]

please give us a Corolla hybrid sedan ZR and do a review on it.

[@scara1701]

Love my 2.0 hybrid touring sports corolla. Best cruiser ever! Waiting for the pandemic to end so I can take it on a long long road trip. :D

[@pummyy]

How would you rate this against a golf for built quality ? And the base golf1.4 petrol does give around 6-6.5 in the city drives, is it worth spending the additional 8k over a base golf ? you could fuel all your life for 8k in a hatch back. Your thoughts ?

[@CarExpertAus]

The Golf is a really nice car, but this is more interesting. The Golf has kind of become what the Corolla was, just a little plain. But the new one looks to be quite promising, I'll hold my judgement until I have a drive of it.

[@pummyy]

@@CarExpertAus Drove one today Ascent sport. Verdict good if you are only after economy. Interior looks dark. Rear space is not great and cheap plastics on rear door. Even the seating Golf feels roomy and not claustrophobic. just my opinion.

[@TheCortassa]

How does the JBL stereo sound? I have heard the JBL system in the RAV4 and it sounds really nice, it’s a shame they didn’t add a subwoofer in the corolla!

[@anthonysirait2963]

possibly a dumb question but what would actually feel quicker.. a hybrid with more torque and less power or the regular ICE with more power and less torque?

[@CarExpertAus]

Never a dumb question around here! Torque is the push in the back you get when accelerating. The more torque the car produces, the greater that push in the back and the perception of power. Power is just a product of torque and engine speed, so ultimately the more torque you have, the more power you have, proportional to engine speed.

[@fergspan5727]

Having no spare tire for me is a deal breaker for me, it’s stupid having none