Toyota Corolla - Generation 8.1 (1997-1999)

TOYOTA COROLLA (1997-1999)

Called the "Love Life" due to an emphasis on safety brought by standard (except for the XL) airbags and ABS brakes. The first version had an optional TOMS Limited Edition with a supercharged 1.6 engine but sold in limited quantities.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	TOMS Limited Edition	1.6 GLI	1.3 XE	1.3 XL
Years Available	1998-1999	December 1997-1999	December 1997-1999	December 1997-1999
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	4A-FE 1.6 DOHC 16V I4 Supercharged	4A-FE 1.6 DOHC 16V I4	2E 1.3 SOHC 12V I4	2E 1.3 SOHC 12V I4
Horsepower	150hp	110hp @ 6,000rpm	72hp @ 6,200rpm	72hp @ 6,200rpm
Torque	N/A	145Nm @ 4,800rpm	101Nm @ 4,200rpm	101Nm @ 4,200rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection	Carburetor	Carburetor
Transmission	5-Speed Manual	5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual	5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity	50 Liters	50 Liters	50 Liters	50 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,395mm	4,395mm	4,395mm	4,315mm
Width	1,690mm	1,690mm	1,690mm	1,690mm
Height	1,385mm	1,385mm	1,385mm	1,385mm
Wheelbase	2,465mm	2,465mm	2,465mm	2,465mm
Curb Weight	N/A	1,060kg	970kg	960kg
Body Style	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5	5	5	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar
Front Brakes	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes	Drum	Drum	Drum	Drum
Tires	185/65 R14	185/65 R14	185/65 R14	165/65 SR13
Wheels	14 Inch Alloy	14 Inch Alloy	14 Inch Alloy	13 Inch Steel
SAFETY
Airbags	2	2	1	0
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution	None	None
Traction/Stability Control	None	None	None	None
Other Safety Features	Adds: None	Adds: None	High Mount Stop Lamp	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	None	None	None	None
Other Exterior Features	Adds: Only available in White or Black	Adds: Body Color Door Handles, Side Mirrors, and Side Protective Mouldings, Side Skirt, Catalytic Converter	Adds: Chrome Grille, Black Side Protective Mouldings, Mudguards, Window Sash Blackout, Rear Defogger	Black Radiator Grille, Door Handles and Side Mirrors
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt	Tilt	Fixed
Steering Wheel Material	Leather	Urethane	Urethane	Polypropylene
Seating Adjustment	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Adds: None	Adds: Meter Illumination Control, Key Warning Buzzer, Dual Center Lid with Fabric Cover, 60/40 Fold Rear Seat, Seat Back Pocket	Adds: Large Front Door Pocket (2 Pieces), Rear Adjustable Headrests, Digital Clock, Vanity Mirrror	Small Driver Side Front Pocket, Single Console Box
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering , Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering , Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering , Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering
Climate Control	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual
Audio System	AM/FM/Cassette	AM/FM/Cassette	AM/FM/Cassette	AM/FM/Cassette
Speakers	4	4	4	2
Steering Wheel Controls	None	None	None	None
Alarm	Yes	Yes	None	None
Keyless Entry	None	None	Yes	None
NOTES	TOM'S model is sold with an aftermarket turbo and not as a regular model.
RIVALS	Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Mazda 323 Familia, Mitsubishi Lancer, Nissan Sentra

Toyota Corolla - Generation 8.2 (1999-2005)

TOYOTA COROLLA (1999-2005)

The launch of the 1.8 Altis SEG signaled the facelift of the Corolla which featured a new grille (the XL and LE does not get it) plus the top end model has leather seats and a CD changer. While all except the XL and LE got replaced by the Corolla Altis, the two are still marketed until 2005.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	1.8 Altis SEG	1.6 GLI	1.3 XE	1.3 LE	1.3 XL
Years Available	Late 1999-June 2001	Late 1999-June 2001	Late 1999-June 2001	Late 1999-2005	Late 1999-2005
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	7A-FE 1.8 DOHC 16V I4	4A-FE 1.6 DOHC 16V I4	2E 1.3 SOHC 12V I4	2E 1.3 SOHC 12V I4	2E 1.3 SOHC 12V I4
Horsepower	116hp @ 5,600rpm	110hp @ 6,000rpm	72hp @ 6,200rpm	72hp @ 6,200rpm	72hp @ 6,200rpm
Torque	154Nm @ 4,800rpm	145Nm @ 4,800rpm	101Nm @ 4,200rpm	101Nm @ 4,200rpm	101Nm @ 4,200rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection	Carburetor	Carburetor	Carburetor
Transmission	4-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual	5-Speed Manual	5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity	50 Liters	50 Liters	50 Liters	50 Liters	50 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,395mm	4,395mm	4,395mm	4,315mm	4,315mm
Width	1,690mm	1,690mm	1,690mm	1,690mm	1,690mm
Height	1,385mm	1,385mm	1,385mm	1,385mm	1,385mm
Wheelbase	2,465mm	2,465mm	2,465mm	2,465mm	2,465mm
Curb Weight	1,090kg	1,060kg	970kg	965kg	960kg
Body Style	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5	5	5	5	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar
Front Brakes	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes	Drum	Drum	Drum	Drum	Drum
Tires	185/65 R14	185/65 R14	185/65 R14	185/65 R14	165/65 SR13
Wheels	14 Inch Alloy	14 Inch Alloy	14 Inch Alloy	14 Inch Alloy	13 Inch Steel
SAFETY
Airbags	2	2	1	0	0
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution	None	None	None
Traction/Stability Control	None	None	None	None	None
Other Safety Features	Adds: None	Adds: None	High Mount Stop Lamp	None	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	None	None	None	None	None
Other Exterior Features	Adds: Reverse Parking Sensors	Adds: Body Color Door Handles, Side Mirrors, and Side Protective Mouldings, Side Skirt, Catalytic Converter	Adds: Chrome Grille, Rear Defogger	Adds: Window Sash Blackout, Black Side Protective Mouldings, Mudguards	Black Radiator Grille, Door Handles and Side Mirrors
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt	Tilt	Fixed	Fixed
Steering Wheel Material	Leather	Urethane	Urethane	Polypropylene	Polypropylene
Seating Adjustment	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual
Seating Material	Leather	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Adds: Leather Accents	Adds: Meter Illumination Control, Key Warning Buzzer, Dual Center Lid with Fabric Cover, 60/40 Fold Rear Seat, Seat Back Pocket	Adds: Large Front Door Pocket (2 Pieces), Rear Adjustable Headrests, Digital Clock, Vanity Mirrror	Adds: None	Small Driver Side Front Pocket, Single Console Box
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering , Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering , Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering , Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering	Steering
Climate Control	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual
Audio System	AM/FM/Cassette/6 CD	AM/FM/Cassette	AM/FM/Cassette	AM/FM/Cassette	AM/FM/Cassette
Speakers	6	4	4	2	2
Steering Wheel Controls	None	None	None	None	None
Alarm	Yes	Yes	None	None	None
Keyless Entry	None	None	None	None	None
NOTES				Discontinued in 2005.	Discontinued in 2005.
RIVALS	Chevrolet Cassia, Ford Lynx, Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Mazda 323 Familia, Mitsubishi Lancer, Nissan Sentra

Toyota Corolla - Generation 7.1 (1992-1995)

TOYOTA COROLLA (1992-1995)

First released in 1992, the Corolla has more space and larger than the model it replaced. While the 1.3 carburetor engine remains, the 1.6 had been upgraded to an EFI one.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	1.6 GLI Limited	1.3 XE Limited	1.6 GLI	1.3 XE	1.3 XL
Years Available	Late 1994	Late 1994	August 1992-August 1995	August 1992-August 1995	August 1992-August 1995
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	4A-FE 1.6 DOHC 16V I4	2E 1.3 SOHC 16V I4	4A-FE 1.6 DOHC 16V I4	2E 1.3 SOHC 16V I4	2E 1.3 SOHC 16V I4
Horsepower	113hp @ 6,000rpm	72hp @ 6,000rpm	113hp @ 6,000rpm	72hp @ 6,000rpm	72hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque	140Nm @ 4,800rpm	98Nm @ 3,600rpm	140Nm @ 4,800rpm	98Nm @ 3,600rpm	98Nm @ 3,600rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection	Carburetor	Electronic Fuel Injection	Carburetor	Carburetor
Transmission	5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual	5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual	5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity	50 Liters	50 Liters	50 Liters	50 Liters	50 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,369mm	4,369mm	4,369mm	4,369mm	4,369mm
Width	1,684mm	1,684mm	1,684mm	1,684mm	1,684mm
Height	1,359mm	1,359mm	1,359mm	1,359mm	1,359mm
Wheelbase	2,464mm	2,464mm	2,464mm	2,464mm	2,464mm
Curb Weight	1,070kg	1,070kg	1,070kg	950kg	950kg
Body Style	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5	5	5	5	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut
Front Brakes	Vented Discs	Vented Discs	Vented Discs	Vented Discs	Vented Discs
Rear Brakes	Drum Brakes	Drum Brakes	Drum Brakes	Drum Brakes	Drum Brakes
Tires	185/65 R14	185/65 R14	185/65 R14	185/65 R14	165/65 R13
Wheels	14 Inch Alloy	14 Inch Alloy	14 Inch Alloy	14 Inch Alloy	13 Inch Steel
SAFETY
Airbags	0	0	0	0	0
Anti-Lock Brakes	None	None	None	None	None
Traction/Stability Control	None	None	None	None	None
Other Safety Features	None	None	None	None	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	None	None	None	None	None
Other Exterior Features	Adds: None	Adds: Gold Emblems, Stripe Stickers, Limited Badge	Adds: Body Color Bumpers, Door Handles, and Side Mirrors	Adds: Option of Black or Body Colored Bumpers, Mud Guards	Black Bumpers, Side Mirrors, and Door Handles
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt	Tilt	Tilt	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Urethane	Urethane	Urethane	Urethane	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Adds: None	Adds: Dashboard Wood Panel, Rear Seatbelts, Front Cup Holders	Adds: 60/40 Fold Rear Seats	Adds: Tachometer, Clock	None
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering	None
Climate Control	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual
Audio System	1DIN AM/FM/Cassette	1DIN AM/FM/Cassette	1DIN AM/FM/Cassette	1DIN AM/FM/Cassette	None
Speakers	4	2	4	2	2
Steering Wheel Controls	None	None	None	None	None
Alarm	None	None	None	None	None
Keyless Entry	None	None	None	None	None
NOTES	Cup holders and rear seatbelts became standard in the updated model	Cup holders and rear seatbelts became standard in the updated model
RIVALS	Daewoo Racer, Honda Civic Sedan, Mazda 323, Mitsubishi Lancer, Nissan Sentra

Toyota Corolla - Generation 7.2 (1995-1998)

TOYOTA COROLLA (1995-1998)

A mid-cycle update gave the Corolla a driver's airbag and ABS brakes for all but the XL, and numerous special edition models including a TRD Sports and TOMS. Engine choices still remain the same.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	TOMS	TRD Sports	SE Limited	1.6 GLI	1.3 XE	1.3 XL
Years Available	Late 1997-Early 1998	1996	Late 1995-1996	August 1995-Early 1998	August 1995-Early 1998	August 1995-Early 1998
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	4A-FE 1.6 DOHC 16V I4	4A-FE 1.6 DOHC 16V I4	4A-FE 1.6 DOHC 16V I4	4A-FE 1.6 DOHC 16V I4	2E 1.3 SOHC 16V I4	2E 1.3 SOHC 16V I4
Horsepower	113hp @ 6,000rpm	113hp @ 6,000rpm	113hp @ 6,000rpm	113hp @ 6,000rpm	72hp @ 6,000rpm	72hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque	140Nm @ 4,800rpm	140Nm @ 4,800rpm	140Nm @ 4,800rpm	140Nm @ 4,800rpm	98Nm @ 3,600rpm	98Nm @ 3,600rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection	Carburetor	Carburetor
Transmission	5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual	5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity	50 Liters	50 Liters	50 Liters	50 Liters	50 Liters	50 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,369mm	4,369mm	4,369mm	4,369mm	4,369mm	4,369mm
Width	1,684mm	1,684mm	1,684mm	1,684mm	1,684mm	1,684mm
Height	1,359mm	1,359mm	1,359mm	1,359mm	1,359mm	1,359mm
Wheelbase	2,464mm	2,464mm	2,464mm	2,464mm	2,464mm	2,464mm
Curb Weight	1,070kg	1,070kg	1,070kg	1,070kg	950kg	950kg
Body Style	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5	5	5	5	5	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut
Front Brakes	Vented Discs	Vented Discs	Vented Discs	Vented Discs	Vented Discs	Vented Discs
Rear Brakes	Drum Brakes	Drum Brakes	Drum Brakes	Drum Brakes	Drum Brakes	Drum Brakes
Tires		185/65 R14	185/65 R14	185/65 R14	185/65 R14	165/65 R13
Wheels	15 Inch Alloy	14 Inch Alloy	14 Inch Alloy	14 Inch Alloy	14 Inch Alloy	13 Inch Steel
SAFETY
Airbags	1	1	1	1	1	0
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes	Yes	None	Yes	None	None
Traction/Stability Control	None	None	None	None	None	None
Other Safety Features	None	None	None	None	None	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	None	None	Front	None	None	None
Other Exterior Features	Adds: TOM'S Front Bumper, Side Skirt, Rear Spoiler, Barrel Muffler, and TOMS Version Emblem	Adds: TRD Strut Bar, Hi Tension Wires, Stage 1 Sticker, and Sports Emblem	Adds: Rear Spoiler, Gold Emblems	Adds: Body Color Bumpers, Door Handles, and Side Mirrors	Adds: Option of Black or Body Colored Bumpers, Mud Guards	Black Bumpers, Side Mirrors, and Door Handles
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt	Tilt	Tilt	Tilt	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Leather	Leather	Leather	Urethane	Urethane	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Deletes: TRD White Face Gauge and Shift Knob, Carbon Fiber Accents in Dashboard	Adds: TRD White Face Gauge and Shift Knob, Carbon Fiber Accents in Dashboard	Adds: None	Adds: 60/40 Fold Rear Seats, Center Console with Cover	Adds: Tachometer, Clock, Rear Seatbelts, Cup Holders	None
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering	None
Climate Control	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual
Audio System	1DIN AM/FM/Cassette	1DIN AM/FM/Cassette	1DIN AM/FM/Cassette	1DIN AM/FM/Cassette	1DIN AM/FM/Cassette	1DIN AM/FM/Cassette
Speakers	4	4	4	4	2	2
Steering Wheel Controls	None	None	None	None	None	None
Alarm	None	None	None	None	None	None
Keyless Entry	None	None	None	None	None	None
NOTES	ABS Brakes added in late 1997	ABS Brakes added in late 1997		ABS Brakes added in late 1997	Driver's airbag added in 1997
RIVALS	Daewoo Espero, Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Mazda 323/323 Familia, Mitsubishi Lancer, Nissan Sentra