The Toyota Corolla sedan features a completely new design that's based on the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) platform for the 2020 model year. The new design doesn't only bring about aesthetic changes but increased fuel efficiency and improved handling. With the new Corolla also comes impressive standard safety equipment and a comfortable and upscale cabin, which makes this sedan an attractive option in an otherwise increasingly unpopular segment.
You can choose from five trims with the new Corolla, namely L, LE, SE, XLE, and XSE, and exterior colors include Barcelona Red Metallic, Blue Crush Metallic, Blueprint, and Blizzard Pearl. Here's some more information on this efficient and reliable sedan.
1. New Engine
The new Corolla doesn't only offer a more powerful version of the 1.8-liter engine that was featured with its predecessor, but also a newly available engine. The beefed-up version of the 1.8-liter engine is paired with a continuously variable automatic transmission system and produces 139 horsepower and 126 pound-feet of torque. This engine offers an above-average fuel-efficiency rating of 30 mpg city and 38 mpg highway.
You can opt for the newly available 2.0-liter engine with either a CVT or six-speed manual transmission and it generates 169 horsepower and 151 pound-feet of torque. With this engine, you'll get an excellent fuel-economy rating of 31 mpg city and 40 mpg highway.
2. Upscale Interior
The cabin of the Corolla sedan can accommodate five passengers and offers a cargo area of 13 cubic feet. The ergonomic design of the new model makes for excellent visibility and all controls are easily reachable. Other upgrades include the incorporation of sound-absorbing materials throughout the cabin and a new air-conditioning system.
The cabin also now features available SofTex sport seats, as well as piano-black accents and soft-touch materials. Other available features include automatic climate control, remote keyless entry, a rear-seat center armrest, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a power-adjustable driver's seat, and heated front seats.
3. Modern Technology
The 2020 Corolla boasts an upgraded Entune infotainment system, as well as many added standard safety features. The standard infotainment system is well-equipped and offers Bluetooth, a Wi-Fi hot spot, a 7-inch display, a USB port, Apple CarPlay compatibility, and six speakers. Available features include an 8-inch display, satellite radio, HD radio, as well as a premium JBL sound system.
All Corolla trims are equipped with the impressive Toyota Safety Sense suite that features advanced driver-assist technologies. The suite includes pre-collision warning with pedestrian detection, lane departure alert with steering assist, road-edge detection with sway warning, automatic high beams, road sign assist, lane-tracing assist, and full-speed range dynamic radar cruise control. You can also opt for an available blind-spot monitoring system.
Featuring a powerful new engine, excellent fuel efficiency, a comfortable cabin, a well-equipped infotainment system, and a whole bevy of standard driver-assist features — all at an affordable price — the 2020 Corolla sedan's a very viable option in an otherwise dwindling segment. To see for yourself what this capable sedan has to offer, drop by
Toyota Direct and take one for a spin.
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