If there’s one automaker today, that packs in new age ultra-smart tech features harmonized with retro-age class and durability, the Toyota Motor Co. tops the list by a respectable margin. Known to produce cars for the people that blend well with the environment, Toyota Motor Co. has brought excitement through its new launch. The recently announced Toyota Corolla LE Eco 2014 has managed to grab attention of the whole world.
Corolla LE Eco 2014 is the successor of highly successful Corolla E160. It is the 11th Gen Corolla that has managed to earn respect in the category of compact mid-sized 5-seater sedans. Corolla LE Eco 2014 is based on external features borrowed from Toyota’s concept car FURIA, while delivering a more efficient engine that delivers power with economy.
Corolla LE Eco 2014 sits at the pinnacle of the Corolla platform that means “VICTORY” and the “Crowning rim of the Sun in Latin. Toyota Corolla LE Eco sports a 1.8L, 4cylinder inline engine with CVT with a raised compression ratio of 10.6:1, delivering 140bhp and a torque of 130 lb-ft. What surprised everyone is the mileage when compared to its overall weight of 3000lbs. Toyota Corolla LE Eco managed a healthy 29mpg in city and 40mpg on highway. It has a Front Wheel Drive with 6-speed Manual transmission and 4-speed Automatic transmission powered by ECO-Drive and shifting CVTi Logic for better acceleration.
Corolla LE Eco looks as if it has been lifted straight out of gaming arena. With a physical dimension of (179.3×69.4×57.7) inches and a wheelbase of 102.4inches, it is well built to cover lot of ground in short time. Corolla LE Eco has a laid back exterior, with a down sloping hood and attractive grille with chrome accent feature. It sports a new advanced LED Daytime Headlights with multi reflector Halogen Headlamps and low-beam projection, a first time for any compact sedan. The chrome belt moldings together with body-colored door handles and foldable mirrors spice up the looks, missing from its previous generations. It runs on 16″ x 6.5″ steel wheels featuring full wheel covers with all season tires. The rear spoiler with metallic license plate completes the balanced look. It will be available in 7 colors.
Corolla LE Eco has power heated Soft-Tex Leather seats that feel plush and comfortable. Corolla LE Eco- coordinates the CVT with automatic climate control. The dashboard is need sporting a very futuristic Instrumentation cluster. It houses the Driver Confidence Package that controls including Voice-controlled Navigation system, Button start, HD Traffic Control, Radio, Weather Assist, and Sirius XM Satellite Radio. A 6.1” touch screen together with EnTune Audio stereo speakers synchronized with App Suite make up the audio system.
Toyota made sure that safety features match the overall upgrades made. They include: Air bag and curtain Cushion on all sides, TPS, Smart Stop Tech with ABS, Traction control, EBD, Doors with High-tensile Steel column to protect against side impact. Toyota Corolla LE Eco 2014 not only proves proficient and economical in its fuel consumption, but also climbs a few notches up in terms of looks and interior comfort.
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