One thing is for sure, however, if you finally opt for the Toyota you'll end up experiencing better than average
reliability and an extremely high resale value. That fact alone might make the Corolla XRS your best bet in the field; that is if it's the car that gets your adrenaline going in the first place. As David Brimson, National Manager, Public Relations & Advertising said, the XRS incorporates "all of the qualities of Corolla, with a little more attitude." I have to agree, and add that I think it delivers a LOT more attitude than the standard Corolla. Good on you Toyota, for finally turning the trusty Corolla into a performance car.
Specifications:
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| The tried and true Corolla gets a lot more attitude, yet the XRS preserves all the qualities that made it a great car in the first place. (Photo: Trevor Hofmann, Canadian Auto Press) |
Specifications:
- Price Range (MSRP): $24,185
- Body Type: 4-door sedan
- Layout: front engine, FWD
- Engine: 170 hp, 127 lb-ft of torque, 1.8-L, DOHC, 16-valve I-4
- Transmission: 6-spd manual
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS with EBD
- Curb Weight: 1,210 kg (2,670 lbs)
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Cargo Volume (trunk): 390 L (13.6 cu ft)
- Coefficient of Drag (Cd): 0.296
- Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 11.3 / 8.8 L/100km (25 / 32 mpg)
- Warranty (mo/km): 36/60,000 km comprehensive - 60/100,000 powertrain
- Direct Competitors: Chevrolet Cobalt, Dodge SX 2.0 R/T / SRT-4, Ford SVT Focus, Honda Civic SiR, Hyundai Elantra GT, Mazda3 GT, Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart, Nissan Sentra SE-R, Pontiac Pursuit, Saturn ION Red Line, Subaru Impreza / WRX, Suzuki Aerio, VW Golf GTI / Jetta GLS 1.8T
- Web Site: www.toyota.ca
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