2020 Toyota Corolla 2.0 Touring Sports Review UK

Welcome along to our newest car review! And this isn't any used car. This is Andys new shiny 2020 Toyota Corolla Touring Sports. Which replaces his 2013 BMW 320d Touring.
This is our best shot at making a film single handedly whilst covid-19 rules our planet. So please forgive the handheld footage!
Shout out to Ollie and the Toyota team from Swindon for getting the car to me as quick as they could, despite all the shenanigans!
More in depth videos on this car to come, like the self park, and the infotainment!
2020 Toyota Corolla 2 0 Touring Sports Review
Also many thanks to @Cristian Smochina for this :
• Hybrid Planetary Gears...
explaining why this CVT is no ordinary CVT!

[@roadhound101]

Hi all, am a taxi driver in Chelmsford. Started back in January this year driving a rented 2015 Prius Active costing me £225 a week!!...... Loved the economy, but, the car itself has 100k miles taxing so is quite worn out seat-wise and a very spartan interior with not even a 12-volt charge port anywhere to be seen and only a 1 amp USB connection in the front of an old aftermarket AM FM JVC radio to plug my phone into. BUT..... Have literally in the last couple of days, bought myself a 2019 1.8 Corolla, Design trim, with just under 18k on the clock.1 owner, full service history, and the car is immaculate inside and out! Will be picking it up at the end of April after I hand back the old Prius at the end of its rental contract..... I CAN'T WAIT! :-p

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

You sir , have chosen .... wisely 🤣

[@Blip90]

What a vid! I don't have the car bug but you have just made car research fun and accessible! Can't wait for your other reviews!

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Thanks Bethany, we have one in the works as we speak. Including one premiering tomorrow night !

[@JerryMotorsport]

Like that this car's styling is not as 'bat crazy' as the Prius which I was considering at one point; but just couldn't deal with how it looks. The styling is much better on this and that front does look pretty good. Will consider this car when it come around to replacing my current daily driver. Hope to see the Chaps back together soon. Do love the style and humour of your videos; thanks for the information and entertainment.

[@RandallSlick]

Got to agree about the looks. One of these in hatchback form stares at me from the carpark at work. It's joined occasionally by a Lexus LC. Sometimes I don't work and instead contemplate beauty.

[@philipgreen8928]

I viewed this video some months ago, in fact September 2020, whilst trying to decide on what car to purchase next. I've had Skoda's for some years and have always been more than satisfied with them. Your video made me have a closer look at the Toyota Corolla and eventually had a test drive. Well today I took possession of my new Toyota Corolla Touring Sports (estate) 2.0 hybrid. I am so impressed with this car and not just for the safety features that are standard across the range. I chose the white colour. It looks good and the style of the car is great. The interior is well finished with the black piano design and part leather upholstery. What completes it is the panoramic sunroof. Thank you for sharing your video and appropriate enthusiasm about this car. :)

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Ahhhh fantastic. So pleased you like the new motors. Have to say I'm over the moon with ours still. No faults. Solid car. High 50smpg and lots of grunt when I need it. Solid Solid choice Philip 👌

[@johndown99]

Unbelievably I too have had Skodas for 15 years, mainly Octavia Diesel 2 litres and have now switched to a Corolla Touring Sports Estate 2.0 litre in White! The deal I got on selling my 2018 Octavia and the very competitive cost of the new car was irresistible. I take delivery of it in April and can't wait.

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Hope it goes well John!

[@fswadghamy6282]

❤❤❤ Hi sir I'v just read yr msg ... Am from Mauritius am a Taxi man actually I have a Toyota wish of 2015 lovely car with full leather interior ETC ETC 😊Time have come to change it's nearly 6 years now I love my Toyota wish but Truly I don't want to sale it 😢well I want to buy the COROLLA TOURING WITH INSIDE LEATHER AND PANORAMIC SUNROOF ...

[@danielirimia8386]

Thanks for the great review. Just decided to buy in coming days a touring hybrid 1.8., red colored. :)

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Scarlet red. It looks amazing in that, smart choice!

[@chowyeung]

Good car. Good review! Thanks!

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Glad you enjoyed it ! Thanks!

[@jonathanmellish4439]

I tried one of these with a 1.8 engine and didn’t find it lacking in squirt. We also have a rav4 hybrid for the family which is a bit wayward in the corners but nice and comfortable.

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Ah that's good to hear. Going from a 320d to the 1.8 felt very odd hence the 2.0

[@gavinaveyard7149]

I stumbled across this video after researching the Corolla TS for ages and needed more owners reviews, I think after seeing this I’m ready to sign on the dotted line. Fantastic video and content, keep up the great work. 👍

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Cheers Gavin. It is a good motor 👌

[@gavinaveyard7149]

@@TwoChapsMotoring just an update on my previous comment. Took delivery of my new Corolla TS 2.0 (I’m black) and all I can say is wow. All the room toys and performance anyone will even need for a daily driver I can honestly say after toying with going to the German side of motoring I fell in love at first drive! Thoroughly excellent car.

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Ahhhh mate superb choice it looks superb in black

Great review, fun to watch. Going to pick up 1.8 in precious silver colour in the beginning of January. I’ve been driving my father in-laws TS and fell in love with it. Brilliant and beautiful car inside out. The 1.8 does pretty good job accelerating up 70-80km/h, but from there upwards it does get slow. Most of the time I drive in the city and suburbs, maximum speed limit being 80 km/h , so for me the extra power didn’t feel worth investing over the better economy 1.8 delivers. Greetings from Finland!

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[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Thanks for your comment Sami! Toyota really has made a brilliant car. Amazes me i don't see more on the road, but i think covid-19 had a part to play here !

In Finland, the new Corolla was the most sold car already last year when it came, and will be again this year. Still, the new car sales numbers being modest overall, there are not that many touring sports out there yet. So, you don’t bump into those every day, which is actually nice.

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

@ were lucky owners. Well your father in law ! 😂

[@markmartin328]

Brilliant review!

[@barrycrosby8602]

Toyota have done a great job with the new Corolla love the styling and the daddy of hybrids drove the hatchback a few months back got nearly 80 mpg not many diesels can get that impressive

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Blimey 80!??? That must've been the 1.8?

[@hamzabronson8659]

Pro tip: watch series on instaflixxer. Been using it for watching loads of movies recently.

[@camdyndash6000]

@Hamza Bronson Yea, I've been watching on instaflixxer for since december myself =)

[@mahbubalislam2475]

thank you for the review. going to get one for regular use.

[@AndysMGAdventures]

Sound choice!

[@jeffm1971]

I'm picking up my 1.8 touring sport in design spec in just over 5 weeks time. Same colour as your car, Can't wait :-)

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

You won't regret it Jeff. One of the best decisions we have made in all honesty buying this car

[@TheLifeEvents]

How is it doing. Sounds good, I like the blue too. Which dealer. Ours here in Wakefield is excellent, and the service manager is really good (Can't name due to data protection). . I take them sweets every Xmas, have done so for years.

[@jeffm1971]

@@TheLifeEvents Hi Dennis, really loving this car and can't believe how economical it is. Went for a 40 mile run in it yesterday and got 71.8 mpg out of it. Can't wait for the weather to get warmer when the mpg should improve. Got my car from Johnson's Toyota Liverpool. Really great dealer.

[@wanwandokko]

Jeff. How you getting on? I'm torn between 1.8 and 2.0 option..seems the cvt whines when out its comfort zone but to be expected?

[@jeffm1971]

@@wanwandokko Hi, To be honest I've not really noticed much cvt whine but I've not been pushing it that hard to notice. Cant comment on the 2 litre as not tried one but I've heard they have some poke.

[@trebledc]

Yup we need this!!!

[@nathanl1461]

Great vid! I've just put an order in for one in GR Sport guise. I currently have a Puma ST, and whilst it's such a good planted car, and sounds great, its also a VERY thirsty car! Took one for a test drive earlier in the week, and was blown away by the EV to Engine switch, it was addictive. And whilst it can't match the speed and character of the Puma, it certainly has its own quirks and charisma. Can't wait to get it (5 month wait) - Subbed

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Nice on Nathan! I still love mine dude. Wish I'd gone GR sport !

[@mikesanders5433]

Excellent review, subbed. :) I have a 2.0 GR Sport Hatchback (had it since June) and im absolutely loving it. Sure the boot is about as large as my previous Mazda 2 but I dont have a family and associated luggage to carry about so its plenty for the weekly shop etc. I completely agree on how it drives esp in 2.0 form, the car is just so relaxing and comfortable yet has excellent handling and more than enough grunt to have some fun with.

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

You got the GR?? That means you got the cool alloys and the HUD is that right? Man. I am a teency bit jealous

[@mikesanders5433]

@@TwoChapsMotoring Yeah the alloys are black with a machined silver edging on the wheel spokes so I chose the Bi-Tone Pearl Silver combo which matches the wheels perfectly. The HUD is fantastic and its brightness and positioning is very customisable, having that means the central dash (I use the three blue rings option) is left showing the power mode usage and eco score :)

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

@@mikesanders5433 I've always loved that look. Great taste. Don't forget you can win a set of spanners in our current competition check out the video on our page, don't forget to send a photo of your ride !

[@mikesanders5433]

@@TwoChapsMotoring will do 🙂

[@anthonyhughes886]

I bought the 1.8 gr touring sport. Great car. 👍

[@dimitarcholakov2235]

Hi. I've tested a 2020 Corolla TS 2.0 Hybrid last week and I was very impressed by how the car drives. I then checked out couple of reviews and this great review in particular helped me decide that this will be our next family car. It has only 23000km and a great color called oxide-bronze. The deal is done and now we're waiting the dealership to prepare our car and deliver it sometime next week. Thank you Andy once again for this review and greeting from Sweden.

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Ah you're most welcome dimitar! We still have ours and it's brilliant still . 👏

[@dessyhristova5796]

колко реални ти гори , аз я тествах в София и ми даде 4.7 общ разход. без да натискам много газта.

[@dimitarcholakov2235]

@@dessyhristova5796 здравейте. Ако карате предимно градско в София и карате нормално това е напълно постижим разход според мен. Аз от 1ви юни имам колата и съм изминал около 1000км. Като смесен разход досега ми дава 5.5 на 100. Доволен съм от колата и особено от разхода, който е двойно по нисък от предишния ми автомобил. Успех!

[@TheEvanMahon]

Any idea if the early 2019 models come with Apple car play or can it be retrofitted?

[@chrishampton1026]

Really great review TwoChaps! I’m looking at getting one of these and wondered if you’ve seen much wear on the right hand seat bolster on the drivers seat? Some of the second hand ones show signs of the leather cracking and wearing quite a bit

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

As it stands 1 year of ownership and no cracking lol

[@roadhound101]

If leather seats, might be an idea to use some leather cleaner and/or conditioner? Might well keep those cracks from forming!

[@mattt3302]

I have just ordered a new Excel Touring sport 2.0l with Pan roof to replace my BMW 320I (2012). I took my wife's Aygo in for a service and requested a test drive because I was impressed by the interior quality and looks. I was amazed at how smooth, frugal and spacious it was. When I looked at replacing my car with a BMW 330E estate, it would have cost me another £15K for a similar spec. Great cars.... just a shame I have to wait until it's built in November! Great review too!

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

What colour did you go for ? Best engine choice too dude. You won't regret it

[@mattt3302]

@@TwoChapsMotoring having never owned a red car, and most of the cars I have being black, silver, grey or blue, I chose Scarlet Flare Red. Looks so nice in the flesh. Yes, great cars!!

[@abrahim4861]

nice review, at what speed you think the gas engine kicks in?

[@stevenmcfarlane8831]

Great review and funny. What’s service costs though ?

[@Maurice_Moss]

Just discovered this channel. Very useful video as I'll he changing my car soon and was deciding whether to get one of these, or another Leon estate. The only thing that puts me off slightly, is that literally ever private taxi where I live has a Corolla 😅

[@marwentrabelsi2983]

Very fun to watch, good luck with the channel, I think it is going to be successful !

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Many thanks Marwen!

[@l1ndener]

Getting the 2.0 GR sport variant of this car and looking forward to Hybrid driving. I Like you spent a lot of time deciding. Thanks for a good review

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

I very nearly popped for that trim.... what colour did you choose in the end?

[@l1ndener]

@@TwoChapsMotoring Red although I was a little disappointed on two fronts, that as in the EU you couldn't specify a black roof with the Touring Sports (only on the hatch) and that you couldn't even specify the auto boot with the GR S, you had to go either Trek or Excel. You do get the HUD with the GR S

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

@@l1ndener its the same with the alloy wheel or panoramic roof too! I really think Toyota are missing a trick here. Your red two tone with black roof would have looked insanely cool

[@l1ndener]

@@TwoChapsMotoring It's a shame if you view vids here from Belgium for instance you can have both this model. The only differences in th UK are seats, HUD ,alloys and some subtle bodywork differences. I still wanted this one though. Keep up the good work

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

@@l1ndener many thanks. Let me know how you get on with the new motor !

[@punk839]

Great video! Thank you! Does the lane assist work like semi autonomous driving?

[@AndysMGAdventures]

In a way yeah.... it beeps at your furiously and then a wee bit later it throws you back by itself

[@funkster2050]

A good review. You are obviously very enthusiastic about the car. I drove one the other day very briefly and it was a nice drive. Didn't really get much of a chance to test it out properly. I'd like to know from people who own the 2.0l version, what mpg can I expect doing 70mph on a 100 mile run?

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

I get around 55mpg at 70. Managed 60mpg and 50 mpg on different trips so it's about how heavy your foot is !

[@ash88glos]

Very funny and informative - what more could you want?! Thanks.

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Much obliged Ash!

[@philcaffrey]

Mine's arriving tomorrow. Icon Tech, White, 1.8 - I researched to death too. Nothing came close.

[@toninocars]

Good video, good you went for the 17” wheels, much more comfortable than 18”, and cheaper and better tyres choice. 👍

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Many thanks for your words! Yup, comfort and practicality were numero uno on my list before buying!

[@TheLifeEvents]

@@TwoChapsMotoring Interesting about the wheels. I like the look of the 18", but will take advice. Being an old codger now I used to take Mini's apart in my 20's and still have my original socket set and torque wrench with AF and Metric. So I know a wee bit about motors. Today with engine management and codes its all Greek to me, but I can still service a Metro, if you have one!

[@alanwatt8680]

@@TheLifeEvents The 17 inch wheels are standard on all sport estates.

[@donkirk5433]

@@alanwatt8680 Not true you can order the 16 inch :)

[@yashofficial___]

Great Video!!! I just copped my one and uploaded it on my YT Channel

[@anthonybramley4522]

Just picked up my 2.0 excel TS this weekend. Not found Apple car play on info screen yet but only done 2 short trips to work and back so will keep looking. Gone for Scarlet flare with the 17” wheels. So looking forward to having a day off !!🤪 p.s. superb video Andy!

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Congrats Anthony. The Excel trim is great, and the scarlet flare looks insanely good. As for apple car play, dont forget to plug in to the USB port under the Dash at the front, thats the data port on the car. Check out our video below for a walkthrough! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jaGuZZqrnLWVZ7c

[@anthonybramley4522]

Two Chaps d’oh, 🤦‍♂️ thanks for that.

[@marwentrabelsi2983]

love it!!!!!

[@Tranquilmind89]

I love my Yaris hybrid I've managed 99.9+ MPG on short journeys, I will probably upgrade to the Corolla Touring sports as I need more space

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Sod that.... upgrade to the GR yaris hahaha

[@rahulricardo4941]

You really know about car thank you for making this video its a fantastic car and im owning an Auris hybrid 2015 but my next car will be this toyota corrolla .

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

1.5 years of ownership and still very happy with it!

[@leesmith9299]

CVT - i think when you're accelerating hard is the moment you don't mind a bit of noise anyway. question: what do the wheel paddle thingies do if it's a continuous gearbox? does it just pick certain ratios to mimic a conventional box?

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Whilst a CVT gearbox is almost one long gear. The paddles help the driver to manually shift the car into a higher or lower RPM. This can help with engine braking, or finding the power band when you need it up a hill or for a more involving drive

[@TimCutts]

I have the 2019 version of this car, and the recent Car Play update to the infotainment (much improved!), but I don't get anywhere near mileage. Usually low 50's. Once or twice I've achieved low 60's, but only on short journeys when the battery happens to be well charged, but I also often see only high 40's, especially in the winter. I don't have a heavy right foot, I don't know what I do wrong, or whether the car's not quite right. I've asked Toyota about it and they say it's normal. Still, like you, I love the car. It just doesn't do *quite* the advertised mileage.

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

I have to literally drive like a vision impaired pensioner to get 60+ I did manage it last week down to Devon and back. It's a good car. The 2.0 gives loads of response when needed.... but the gearbox has started winding me up

[@yojomojo6262]

Originally ordered one of these in 2019 but the family had a new addition so had to give up on life and get a 7 seater 😉 Eldest has now left home so back to our original size family and have been looki lng and researching this car so much to the point i have got my dad to want to go order one in the next few weeks. So think i'm going to drive his first see what it's like and hopefully order one myself 😊😊😊. Like the vid and the review, Very upbeat 👍

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Yo yo YoJo Ah welcome to the club make sure you guys go for the 2.0 if you want the power and some good efficiency!

[@yojomojo6262]

@@TwoChapsMotoring The 2.0L is the one i been looking at getting 👍

[@greyknightsrealm8251]

I'm being offered a Corolla 1.8 Touring Sports Excel as a company car to replace my 2.0 TDi Octavia SE Technology estate. I know the Toyota is going to be slower (booo 😞 ), but it appears much better equipped. What I'm wondering is what your real world fuel costs are? How many miles does it do to a full tank on average? The thing is, the company car tax looks to be about £50 a month more than the Octavia, so I need to understand if it will make that back on fuel or not. Thanks.

[@Jestey6]

I've got a 2014 BMW 2014 320d touring, and get around 50mpg. It's done 20K in 6.5 years and, as you've done, I'm thinking of a Toyota Corolla estate. So you can be assured I found you review very informative and helpful. However what I would have liked, instead of the Werther's distraction, was a bit more information, e.g. Does it have USB outlets in the back and boot, is the USB outlet in the front, which you used to connect a phone, the only outlet in the front. Is there one on the dash for a windscreen camera, or do you have to use a multi USB socket hanging out of the dash? And a bit of time showing the Satnav screen which looks a bit jaded. and what it looks like if you Zoom in and out. Many thanks Noel

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Thanks for your comments Noel. Their is a sat nav walk-through on our page for the corolla.... so head over there for that... there are NO USB ports anywhere else but in the front of the car. One under the dash for using android auto. And i think the only other one, is under the armrest in the centre. But i will double check tomorrow morning

[@Jestey6]

@@TwoChapsMotoring Hi. Many thanks for the instant response, I’ll have a look at your sat nav walk through. If this is intended to be a technically advanced car I will be amazed if it doesn’t have USB connectors for a dash-cam, rear seat occupant’s iPads etc and power for a fridge in the boot. Thanks for looking, cheers Noel

[@chrishampton1026]

Great video guys. I’ve just ordered the 2022 Trek (2.0l) that now has full leather. Really looking forward to getting it. I saw that you had a child seat in the back of yours. How do you find it space wise with a family? Is there enough room in the back for the kids? Cheers

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Hey Chris. It's a great family car. So much so that we aren't trading up back in after the 3 years . My daughter has plenty of room in her seat with my normal driving position !

[@chrishampton1026]

@@TwoChapsMotoring great to hear. Thanks for the reply and congrats again on a great video

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Pleasure sir! Smart choice with the trek too.

[@Kyntteri]

I too got the 2.0L early this year and it feels peppy af. Overtaking, merging and just general driving is trouble free experience. The paddle shifters... err, yeah what a silly addition in this powertrain but ok :D One thing caught my eye though. The lack of AHS headlights option is a bit strange though.

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Couldn't agree more on all fronts ! Paddles are a gesture i guess. But yeah 2.0 litre best of both worlds, economy and flat out power when needed.

[@mikesanders5433]

The paddles do come in quite handy when im going for a blast as I live on the edge of the Peak District and for when you want to keep the engine on the boil they work well. However in every other scenario they are pretty much useless.

[@polopowered]

I use the flappy paddles to engine brake. Like 'B' Mode on the 1.8, only more regen.

[@hmn4124]

Does this car has the traditional CVT with pulleys or does it have the e-cvt with the planetary gearbox?

[@TheLifeEvents]

Thanks for this great review. I am on my 11th Toyota having had new versions of the Camry Mk IV and Corollas right from 1980. Currently have a '67 plate Avensis Design, which is awesome. (One of the last to be built). That's it 2 Chaps, I'm getting a 2.0 Corolla Sports next, but in red, mind you the blue looks good. I had a Volvo S60 in the midst of these, and at 11k miles everything went wrong. Piece of junk. Got rid of it inside 12 months. Back to Toyota. :)

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Good work Dennis and thanks for your kind words! So good to hear of someone having such good experience of Toyota. And you won't regret the decision. Be sure to drive one first make sure you choose the engine right for you.

[@barry5138]

Other brands look the part, and maybe nicer inside. But you'll spend most of your free time in the waiting area of local dealer waiting to get robbed

[@SM-co3bv]

Can you get a full size spare wheel in the boot?

[@anthonycook6233]

I love everything about this car and I'm seriously considering swapping my Seat Ateca for it but for one small but important niggle, there's no ski hatch in it, why not? I've never been skiing and don't intend to but this feature is so practical even if just for carrying a length of timber. For me though, the everyday use for it is so that I can have the dog in the load area in his carry-cage and he can see us in the cabin of the car (and we can tell him to shut up if needed), he's not left in darkness with the parcel shelf in place and basically we're all happy. Surely it wouldn't cost Toyota much to do it but the lack of the hatch may force me to look elsewhere.

[@matthewstier8394]

I'm confused. All this talk of leather, I have recently sat in several Corollas both excel and gr sport and the only leather in them was on my shoes. Where is the leather? All they had was plastic/vinyl?

[@terminator4974]

Sold my 540i for this one. Came from a 320d then 540i (6 cyl) and now this 2.0 hybrid. Planning to also get a 2.5 rav4 if its just as great :)

[@pjt.2829]

Hi Ya , R you still happy with your Toyota Corolla Sports Est ? looking to buy 1 test drive booked Thursday. l did like the vi

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

You know what. After a year of ownership . Yeah im still happy. I'm getting about 57 average mpg from a 2 litre petrol. Which is pretty amazing

[@MrchampionsLeague141]

Brilliant video , i collected mine January this year. I ordered the Design model estate in Black with the 2.0 VVti powertrain. I use it as works vehicle as im a property surveyor , friends and family thought i had gone old too soon , why at 35 would you buy an old man's Toyota they ask ? Better looking than the Focus , More economical and powerful than other rivals running dirty diesels Makes the 2019 Golf Estate look dated and archaic Business deal £260 exc VAT per month It is a brilliant car , and our main family car is a 520d Msport , yet we all love going out in the Toyota !

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Ooooo how does it look in black? Like a stealth machine no? Our family loves ours, but i would still love a BMW like yours in the family 🤣

[@MrchampionsLeague141]

Two Chaps but I have a Toyota now,

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

@@MrchampionsLeague141 and a belter it is too

[@MrchampionsLeague141]

Two Chaps I know,

[@marcrobert2603]

Following our recent purchases we would like to know which engine oil type is recommended for the corolla 196hp. Please do not refer me to the garage because opinions are divided there. Can one use the 5W30? Or should one use the toyota oil 0W20 or 0W16? with thanks

[@serenitynow8265]

WOW, WOW, WOW !! Such a Cheery vid.- "Thank You" !! PLEEEEEESE send one of these to me in Canada. So very, very tired of seeing SUVs as the only options over here. This has so much more style and much more fun to drive. PLEEEEEESE - can we work something out to get one over here!! Many Cheers to you.

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Thanks so much for what you wrote! I sure wish you guys had these too. Really awesome motors. Might have to ask Santa next year !

[@Manc-fh5we]

I think it looks pretty cool 😎. How does it compare to BMW touring? I’m really fancying a self charging hybrid.

[@AndysMGAdventures]

It's a solid car. Its missing a few nice things the BMW had. Like warning about the low washerfluid , and which tyre pressure is low. But she drives very well the 2.0 litre. I'm thinking of keeping it. I get around 50mpg out if a 2 litre petrol which I think is pretty good

[@Manc-fh5we]

@@AndysMGAdventures I’d miss tyre pressure display. It’s very handy for spotting punctures early. I like my cars to have 4 wheel drive too. Which I think I’d miss.

[@ChrisLitton]

Think when I need a new car in the future. It will be between this and the upcoming Vauxhall Astra.

[@ChrisLitton]

Do they do a petrol only model with manual gearbox

[@normski262]

Ok I will buy it.. I am looking now at a 2019 Toyota Corolla HYBRID TS 2.0 HSD EXECUTIVE PLUS wish the 0 to 60 times were near the 7. 00 secs but maybe it will do a little better on overtaking like 50 to 70mph

[@akuapiatas]

I have the 2021 wagon gx and its great for work and cheap to run, we've ordered the hybrid model wagon and I'll use that and the gx will be used by our staff

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Solid choices there ! 👌

[@davewebster1627]

Is this a CVT or a more recent eCVT which is more reliable

[@joelthorne7434]

Nice review! Curious if you considered the Camry.

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Sadly i needed an estate car. And the camry doesn't come in that guise!

[@joelthorne7434]

@@TwoChapsMotoring Enjoy the car!

[@andwelovearpsychopat7820]

Superb review mate your a funny guy

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Many thanks! This was one of the more serious ones too haha

[@andwelovearpsychopat7820]

@@TwoChapsMotoring hi mate I test drove a sports touring 2020 yesterday, it was a ex demo I think 2300 miles on it he wanted £23,800 ...vvery smooth and powerful it was the 2.0l version lots of pros but the cons are a very puny sound out of the radio, and stingy bottle holders not much room for bits and pieces oh and I banged my head getting in and out, and I am only 5ft 10....I think if you were a big guy with long legs you would struggle, but its like being on a magic carpet compared to my Berlingo van lol.

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

@@andwelovearpsychopat7820 hahaha. Light years away from that ! Did you play with the radio? I spent some time perfecting the sound as it was shipped as stock with the treble up to the max!??!?!?! As for the head hitting, dude that sucks! Im 5,10 but used to getting in and out of a midget I suppose!

[@kamk27]

Please advise what is the real life MPG on this car?

[@rafyraffy3529]

Big like 👍👌

[@oliverdickens4641]

It actually has 8 iterations of trim if you count the Suzuki Swace version which apart from Suzuk badges is identical .

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Blooming suzuki and their crafty ways

[@davefoster9495]

Hi Andy. Does the Excel trim have blind spot monitors in the door mirrors? Thanks.

[@AndysMGAdventures]

Hey there Dave. On my 2020 excel trim. It doesn't annoyingly. Maybe on the trek or gr sport though ?

[@davefoster9495]

@@AndysMGAdventures thanks for getting back to me Andy. I am seriously considering getting the 2.0 Excel. Are you still happy with yours?

[@rayjaysonic]

My god have you had therapy? You put a sloth in your film!!!! Proud of you man.......kind of welling up.

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

I did have to look away when watching the review haha

[@danc1692]

Not sure to be pleased or depressed about your description of "if you're trying to replace your (boring) family estate with something efficient and a bit 'fun'" but it's like you were reading my mind. Off to Carwow

[@davewebster1627]

I have a 1.8 and dont find it slow, when accelerating hard for overtaking the engine and motor work together to give a boost. My last car was an Avensis 1.8 and the old Coroller was only 1.4

[@Zerofightervi]

I really like the look of this, a much better effort than the old Auris.

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Damn straight. Still don't see many on the road which really surprises me

[@terminator4974]

Yeah because everyone is doing a dick measuring contest living in an advertisement: audi Mercedes bmw porche

[@MarcusTDM]

Very nice car. Really do like the new Corollas. Tbh though the acceleration should be a lot quicker with and 184hp plus an electric motor, really should be capable of around 6.5 sec. But hey I guess Toyota aren’t interested in performance anymore.

[@arifamir3957]

Is it come with AWD

[@steviesavage]

I'd be interested to know how far and fast these can travel by electricity only, as most of my driving is around town and there are endless 20mph speed limits, which might suit this car perfectly|

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Providing the battery has charge and it isn't cold... it'll get you a ways!

[@donaldmcallen1321]

Hi. What colour is the car in the review?

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Its called Denim Blue. Its pretty amazing, it changes in the light. If its super sunny it looks rich in blue, and if its cloudy its a bit more muted

[@Hondadctrider]

Why does it have paddles if it's a cvt?

[@roadlesstraveledd]

mind blowing why they don't offer this in the US. toyota is making a mistake with stigma that american's hate wagons and love sedans. crossover and small SUVs dominate the market here because they can't get it through their head that more wagons are needed.

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

It would go down an absolute storm in the states i just know it! If us brits can make it, you guys can too for goodness sake. Maybe I'll have words with the toyota team here

[@koenc]

How are interior noises ? I read in a few reviews tire noise can be a bit loud on certain surfaces ...

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Im glad you asked Koen. Right. First off, interior noise because the engine is quiet, does highlight the fact the tyres have road noise. It can be a little noisy but all things considered, compared to my 2013 bmw estate diesel the car is quiet

[@koenc]

@@TwoChapsMotoring ok. Thx. I ask because I test drove a RAV4 hybrid a while ago and was really put off by the road and wind noises . Same goes for a Honda CR-V hybrid. You can argue both cars have a tall body and there for catch a lot of wind . But for example didn’t had that in the Skoda kodiaq. So it seems to be a typical Japanese thing . Which is a shame because my father has a 2013 avensis and it is super reliable so would like to buy a Toyota as well . But if this one is reasonably quiet when I test drive it I might consider it. I feel it’s just something Japanese carmakers should pay more attention to, especially for the European market . Or maybe they save that for their luxury brands.

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

@@koenc thats interesting because I was going to get a RAV next. I work in sound , so road noise really does irritate me. The road noise is ok, there is a little high pitch motor noise sometimes which if you're really paying attention to, might irritate too

[@koenc]

@@TwoChapsMotoring to be fair it was a 2019 version I drove but the road and wind noise is an issue that still surfaces in recent reviews as well so i would def pay attention to it when you do a test drive . A silent cabine is really important for me since I feel it adds a lot to the quality of the ride and makes you feel more fresh after a long motorway drive .

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

@@koenc what is a good car aside from a Bentley though lol

[@CliffVanSickel]

Oh no! The BMW is gone! So is mine and ironically I'm also sporting a Toyota product. Not new though. I wish the US got this car.

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Yeah it was hard saying goodbye to sabine it really was. But lola is just as good if not better. Sometimes we get 118mpg! The 🇺🇸 has got a new corolla i thought though? It looks different to ours though

[@CliffVanSickel]

@@TwoChapsMotoring we have the "new" Corolla hatchback which happened when Toyota shut down Scion. We do have a TRD Camry which looks cool but not cool enough for me. I drive a gas guzzler anyhow. I'm in a 2008 Lexus GX470 for off road adventuring pleasure!

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

@@CliffVanSickel ah man that sounds so much fun!!!

[@CliffVanSickel]

@@TwoChapsMotoring I think I was incorrect. Later next year we are getting the Corolla Apex. Looks cool but it's not the Estate hybrid with plush interior that you're carting your new little one around in. If you would have offered me a Corolla wagon sight unseen I'd probably turn it down...but honestly would consider it after seeing your video.

[@karelmeijer2330]

Im Winter 5,4 Liter and in the 🌞 4,9 Liter in 100 Kilometer ist Great

[@kotletalv]

What exactly gear shifter on steering wheel does , on this model?

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Whilst a CVT gearbox is almost one long gear. The paddles help the driver to manually shift the car into a higher or lower RPM. This can help with engine braking, or finding the power band when you need it up a hill or for a more involving drive

[@kotletalv]

@@TwoChapsMotoring Thanks :) Looking also into buying this great car . Do tons of research too

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Worthwhile. And try and drive both engines make sure you don't miss the extra punch of the 2.0

[@arrow007]

can you drive in EV mode.

[@stevegascoigne1482]

Did I miss something.. what are the paddles for?

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Feeling like a racing driver changing gears! (It's a novelty really)

[@stevegascoigne1482]

But aren't they CVT? Or does it step?

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

@@stevegascoigne1482 they are CVT good point. But the paddles make the gearbox step.

[@scara1701]

@@stevegascoigne1482 In 'S-mode' these paddles allow for (simulated) manual shifting up & down. If you leave the gear selector in D you can select the amount of engine breaking/regeneration by flipping the paddles (left = more breaking, right = less breaking). It resets to normal D when you accelerate again.

[@plightn]

Wish we had this option in the US.

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Do you guys not get it? That sucks dude

[@Worstenboer]

Be happy, it runs only on premium fuel (eu RON95)

[@deafblindnoob2748]

What does a car without gears need shifting peddles for?

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Good question. Whilst a CVT gearbox is almost one long gear. The paddles help the driver to manually shift the car into a higher or lower RPM. This can help with engine braking, or finding the power band when you need it up a hill or for a more involving drive

[@deafblindnoob2748]

@@TwoChapsMotoring Thanks for the explanation. I never thought of it this way. But still, isn't the engine breaking, an automated feature in a power recuperating system, as soon as you engage the braking paddle? The other benefits of rpm forcing I can follow.

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

@@deafblindnoob2748 you're not wrong my friend. It does indeed slow the car. But not quite in the same harsh way. 👍🏻

[@stevenmcfarlane8831]

So you prefer it to your previous car, the BMW ?

[@AndysMGAdventures]

Over a year of ownership now. And I feel on the whole yes I prefer it to the BMW I had. Due to its efficiency and even the power delivery !

[@stevenmcfarlane8831]

@@AndysMGAdventures Cheers. I saw one ( Toyota ) in my mirror today. Thinking that’s a really smart looking car. I don’t like many current car designs. In estates the KIA discontinued model looked nice. Octavia VRS. Seat Leon that’s about it. Good review btw, enjoyed your style lol

[@rockyp3917]

Love the posh accent for explanation 😂

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Wellllllll you gotta have a bit of fun haven't you?

[@reubentei7978]

Why isn’t this model in the US

[@charlesnorwich5932]

Well, I have to say finally Toyota stopped making those horrible cars like Verso and some others horrible too. This one is actually beautiful 😍

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

We call ours "Lola" the corolla. Only a beautiful cars deserves a name like that ha

[@FirstNinoSAN]

Dont hate on my 1.8 :D she is my queeen, love hereeeee! 2019 model.

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Hahahaha. The 1.8 was goooooood. What colour you got?

[@FirstNinoSAN]

@@TwoChapsMotoring Platinum silver :D love heree

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

@@FirstNinoSAN thats a superb choice. One of the guys on here just got a red one. Its insanely gorgeous

[@FirstNinoSAN]

oh i seee you mock me again with that goooooooood :D :D or?!?!

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

@@FirstNinoSAN no mocking sir ! I believe the whole corolla range is amazing. It just depends what you want out of the car . I love them all@

[@cristiansmochina9056]

You researched this car to death and you have no idea that the transmission is NOT CVT, it's a eCVT. Meaning it has no belts and no pulleys. Just two electric motors and planetary gear boxes.

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Always nice to learn more! Great stuff !

[@cristiansmochina9056]

@@TwoChapsMotoring kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6TZh3dme8Z5aJo&ab_channel=ConsulabOfficial

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

@@cristiansmochina9056 oooo let me watch! Thanks Cristian. I was told by the dealer it was CVT, and by the official Toyota website. None of them told me it was this awesome! Can't wait to learn

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

@@cristiansmochina9056 im gonna add this video to the main blurb. Terrific add to, buyers should know its not a standard CVT like were told! Best wishes

[@cristiansmochina9056]

@@TwoChapsMotoring much more in depth and with actual parts from the transmission. kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJ6roYavidiZo5I

[@rune20401]

Kudos to Toyota for not making fake exhaust pipes! Lots of the msm are paid by vw, audi and mb, i'm totally sure about that. When that i said, none of the japanese car makers, that i know, make seats with adjustable thigh support, that is sadly a little drawback. Why can't mazda, toyota, honda, kia and hyundai learn from VAG, bmw and volvo about seats? Toyota do have a partnership with technology sharing with bmw, learn from each other.

[@Broccoli_Highkicks]

People really ought to learn the difference between a CVT and an eCVT. Especially car reviewers ought to be able to distinguish between the two.

[@mahbubalislam2475]

I need more comfortable seats and less stiffer suspension.

[@davideselvi3906]

Tokyo Drift wasn't actually shot in Tokyo........... But man, what a car!!!!!! I'm really looking forward to getting it within a couple of years after leasing a BMW 3 series!! Can't wait!! And of course I want to pay it by cash 😁

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Hahaha was it not???? How silly of me.... still, its a nice car like you say. I'm still not tired of it!

[@PeterXChhanX]

YOOOO WHY TF AINT THE USDM GETTING THIS WAGOOOON?!?!

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

It would do so well !

[@mehmetcakmak1445]

If it was quite bigger, if torpedo was like avalons, but if..

[@milanbazelides]

I am just back from seller. Had a try drive in this car. It will be my new car.

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

2.0 or the 1.8 mate?

[@milanbazelides]

@@TwoChapsMotoring Its ok just 1.8 hybrid. Tech+Style edition here in Slovakia.

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

@@milanbazelides smart choice. Tech comes with most of the bits and bobs you need and you get the best MPG! 👌

[@kiskis0611]

i thought i buy this car but when i see big old school gear knob than i buy toyota prius and happy

[@onikisubatterazi6664]

suzuki ile aynı platformda üretiliyor sanırım

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

Suzuki gerçekten de aynı arabanın yeni bir versiyonunu yayınladı! Ve daha ucuza inanıyorum!

[@davidgifford823]

Plan on getting one once get rid of 10 year old avensis eventually!

[@TwoChapsMotoring]

A colleague of mine has just done that. Avensis lasted them well. Corolla will do the same 👍🏻