So we got a 2014 Toyota Corolla 2.0 Limited
Here we are, trundling around in the all-new 2014 Toyota Corolla 2.0 Limited again. This time we have it for a longer period, so we can dig further into its features and mannerisms.
The new Corolla looks pretty good actually, aside from those ridiculously-spacious wheel-well gaps.
The world’s occasional best-selling car finally has a bit of “handsome” character, which it hasn’t had since 1997, a basic version of which my father used to own until finally selling it off in 2011, still in working order.
Inside, a mix of soft-touch and hard plastics make up a tasteful cabin that doesn’t pull any ridiculous fake-stitching tricks like the Yaris sedan.
The boot is big. Very big. Big enough to fit a full-size spare alloy underneath. And the seat-backing finally has a cloth layer, whereas the previous-gen model had a piece of cardboard!
The folding rear seat is a bit ill-thought out though. Those seat-belts get in the way of big loads, and you cannot fully move them aside.
Still, there’s a lot to like in the new Corolla, even if it is technologically backwards in several aspects compared to many of its rivals. You;d be surprised to hear that we actually enjoyed driving it, way more than the fancy-styled Koreans. More in the full review.
Comments
K
Mash, isn’t the 4 speed auto a big turn off?
Mashfique Hussain Chowdhury
Not a big deal when you want to have a quick run. A 5th gear would just be overdrive, which is good for quieter cruising/economy and does nothing for acceleration. But yes, more gears would be better.
Hamza
Although the 4-speed is ancient, still better this than the cvt.
v6turbo
Although CVT is boring, it gets better fuel efficiency.
jiri
how does it compare to new Tiida?
Fuad
“Inside, a mix of soft-touch and hard plastics make up a tasteful cabin that doesn’t pull any ridiculous fake-stitching tricks like the Yaris sedan.”
So you mean to say, steering wheel is actually leather wrapped?
prado
At 73000 it is the price of a 2006 honda accord
mohammad
mind you, the top of the line Vti model, with leather, sunroof, cruise control etc..
Marc
Hard to distinct it from the current civic..
AbuDhabiCars
They should’ve given you the Basic Model cuz thats what’s gonna actually sell.
Dave
I love hyundai elantra!
M. K.
that is the Corolla secret;
too simple that makes you bored but at the end you fall in love with it.
may be because it is a good car overall with no serious issues to complain about.
no wonder is is the best selling compact car till date.
Prado
it actually is ok, but I don’t think It will a no brainer as before.. too many good choices out there..
at AED 73K it knocks close to the Mazda 6 2.0L basic model…
my take is .. it will be a moderate success…like the camry no longer a leader in the market.
moaz
i sat in one on shk zayed show room, i cam screaming out i was that scared. ITS a tin can worst than a pepsi can! with no side airbags, i wont even trust my cat to be safe in this…..good luck………i had big hopes for this as my 2nd car..but i am running to the new civic…currently in my op Best bang for buck with proper safety and equipment and matreail and build quality
Mashfique Hussain Chowdhury
You’ll have to move up to the Dhs 85k Civic VTi to get side-airbags though.
v6turbo
people were driving cars before side airbag system also, at that time there were lesser accidents. Not against safety but if you want to prove a car wrong or inferior, you can find fault with every model, someone will take about shape, others cvt.
Srinivas
Hi Mash,
Planning to buy a car, which one do you suggest?
Civic(2013), Carolla(2014), Sentra(2014) or Tucson(2014),
Civic 2014 model is not yet available in dubai, price wise I am okay, too much confused as this is my first car, no much idea, pls. suggest me car. Thanks
Kannan
Srinivas, Test Drive Chevy Cruze 2014…I have the top version (LT 1.8) 2013 model ..and i enjoy driving around..the car feels good…2014 model comes with much more options….try out…
K
Civic 2013 model will be also 2014 model
If i were you i’d bring my list down to corolla vs civic
And finally choose a civic as it is better however more exp
If budget isn’t issue; civic all the way
If budget is issue; corolla
prado
Also look AC and maintainance .. Hondas in general have less capable ACs and become expensive as they age.
Ali
Srinivas, wait for mazda-3 2014 model and compare
Hame Graen
I have a feeling I saw a 1979 Datsun before…
jiri
hm, for the same price one can have Mazda 6 in KSA/Bahrain. People must be mad to pay such a high price for vintage 4-gear , not so special engine and simple rear axe…
Zaf
I have had a corolla on hire for the past 2 months,I was thinking about buying a German car but I have completely fallen in love with the Toyota as its really good all round so have ordered a new 2014 limited edition.