The twelfth-generation Toyota Corolla (E210) marks a major turning point for the Japanese manufacturer. Based on the excellent TNGA-C modular platform, it signals the return of the 'Corolla' name in Europe (replacing the Auris) and is available in three body styles: 5-door hatchback, estate (Touring Sports), and 4-door sedan. Gone are the bland design and placid road manners: this generation offers first-class driving pleasure, sophisticated damping, and an assertive design. In Europe, it has established itself thanks to its 4th and then 5th generation hybrid (HEV) powertrains (2023 facelift), combining record fuel efficiency and legendary reliability. The 2023 facelift brought a multimedia system finally on par with the competition, digital gauges, and more powerful hybrid powertrains (14
The Toyota Corolla E210 is a true masterpiece of pragmatism. While it may not ignite passionate devotion (apart from the radical GR Corolla), it excels where it's expected: getting you from point A to point B with unwavering reliability and negligible running costs. Buying advice: Prioritize hybrid models. The 1.8 Hybrid is perfect for city driving and daily commutes. If you do a lot of highway driving or often drive with a heavy load (especially in the Touring Sports estate), the 2.0 Hybrid offers a real plus in terms of driving pleasure without compromising fuel consumption. Try to aim for a post-2022 model to benefit from the new multimedia system, which corrects the car's biggest flaw.