Friday, December 25, 2015

Toyota Corolla Altis - Generation 9.1 (2001-2003)

TOYOTA COROLLA ALTIS (2001-2003)

This generation saw the usage of the Altis moniker (the previous generation model is still sold) and does not anymore carry any 1.3 engines. Do remember that 1.6 J has a different grille design than other variants in the range.






OWNERSHIP DETAILS1.8 G1.6 G1.6 E1.6 J
Years AvailableJuly 2001-December 2003July 2001-December 2003July 2001-December 2003July 2001-December 2003
ENGINE SPECS
Engine1ZZ-FE VVT-i 1.8 DOHC 16V I43ZZ-FE VVT-i 1.6 DOHC 16V I43ZZ-FE VVT-i 1.6 DOHC 16V I43ZZ-FE VVT-i 1.6 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower145hp @ 6,000rpm116hp @ 6,000rpm116hp @ 6,000rpm116hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque188Nm @ 4,200rpm160Nm @ 4,400rpm160Nm @ 4,400rpm160Nm @ 4,400rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 Octane
Fuel SystemElectronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel Injection
Transmission4-Speed Automatic4-Speed Automatic5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity50 Liters50 Liters50 Liters50 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,530mm4,530mm4,530mm4,530mm
Width1,705mm1,705mm1,705mm1,705mm
Height1,500mm1,500mm1,500mm1,500mm
Wheelbase2,600mm2,600mm2,600mm2,600mm
Curb Weight1,130kg1,130kg1,075kg (MT), 1,110kg (AT)1,060kg (MT), 1,095kg (AT)
Body Style4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating5555
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionMcPherson Strut with L-Shaped Lower Arm with Stabilizer BarMcPherson Strut with L-Shaped Lower Arm with Stabilizer BarMcPherson Strut with L-Shaped Lower Arm with Stabilizer BarMcPherson Strut with L-Shaped Lower Arm with Stabilizer Bar
Rear SuspensionTorsion Beam with Toe Correct Bushings (ETA Beam Suspension) with Stabilizer BarTorsion Beam with Toe Correct Bushings (ETA Beam Suspension) with Stabilizer BarTorsion Beam with Toe Correct Bushings (ETA Beam Suspension) with Stabilizer BarTorsion Beam with Toe Correct Bushings (ETA Beam Suspension) with Stabilizer Bar
Front BrakesVentilated DiscVentilated DiscVentilated DiscVentilated Disc
Rear BrakesDiscDiscLeading and Trailing DrumsLeading and Trailing Drums
Tires195/60 R15195/60 R15185/70 R14185/70 R14
Wheels15 Inch Alloy15 Inch Alloy14 Inch Alloy14 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags2210
Anti-Lock BrakesYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake AsisstYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake AsisstYes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake AsisstNone
Traction/Stability ControlNoneNoneNoneNone
Other Safety FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: NoneAdds: NoneHigh Mount Stop Lamp
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsFrontFrontNoneNone
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: Body Color Side Protective Moulding with Chrome, Side Skirts, Chrome Rear Plate Garnish, Window Printed AntennaAdds: Revised Grille, Body Color Door Handles, Side Mirrors, and Protective Moulding, Chrome Windshield MouldingBlack Windshield Moulding, Door Handles, Mirrors, and Side Protective Moulding, Mud Guards, Rear Window Defogger, Pillar Mounted Antenna
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTiltTiltTiltTilt
Steering Wheel MaterialLeatherUrethaneUrethaneUrethane
Seating AdjustmentManualManualManualManual
Seating MaterialLeatherFabricFabricFabric
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: Leather Shift KnobAdds: Wood Panels and Accents, Optitron Gauges with Rheostat FunctionAdds: 60/40 Fold Rear Seat, Front Door Courtesy Lamps, Rear Armrest Cupholders, Dual Front Map LampsFront Cup Holders, Single Center Console Box with Lid, Passenger Side Seatback Pocket
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering , Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering , Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering , Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering , Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate ControlAutomaticManualManualManual
Audio SystemAM/FM/Cassette/CDAM/FM/CDAM/FM/CDAM/FM/CD
Speakers6444
Steering Wheel ControlsNoneNoneNoneNone
AlarmYesYesYesNone
Keyless EntryYesYesYesNone
NOTES
RIVALSFord Lynx, Honda Civic, Mitsubishi Lancer, Nissan Sentra Exalta