2005 vs 2004 Corolla

[dcasty]

I was wondering what are the difference between the 2 year models. One website mentioned that it was just the dashboard and the back lights, but i just don't see it.

Can someone give me the specifics?

[05rollaxrs]

These are the only exterior differences Ive noticed:
2004: Clear reverse light shell on the trunk door
2005: Red tint reverse light shell on the trunk door

2004: No chrome top grille
2005: Has Chrome top grille (this is pretty much the only thing that I use to distinguish between the 05 and older models)

[teknix]

the 2005 also has the center backseat headrest. if im behind one, i usually look for that. it also has driver height adjustment.

[dcasty]

thanks...i've been casually checking other Rolla's...

I bought a 2005 Corolla S about a month ago, and I've noticed there are tons of similiar looking models. I understand its still under its current generation base model, but I was just wondering if I had to necessarily buy a 2005 model vs 2004. Ok, granted I wouldn't save much, but it's such a $ commitment...know what I mean?

[silver04rollas]

2005 - Electronic drive by wire throttle system on all Corollas except the XRS ( due to high performance aspirations)

[silver04rollas]

The 2005 are much better than the 2004. Toyota officially claimed that they put 700 new parts in the 05s to improve refinement, quality and comfort.

Originally posted by dcasty
thanks...i've been casually checking other Rolla's...

I bought a 2005 Corolla S about a month ago, and I've noticed there are tons of similiar looking models. I understand its still under its current generation base model, but I was just wondering if I had to necessarily buy a 2005 model vs 2004. Ok, granted I wouldn't save much, but it's such a $ commitment...know what I mean?

[Dark_Serpent]

Reasons dealler said that cuz they want ppl to trade in older models to get new models, so they could make more $$$.

[Raddman]

Originally posted by Dark_Serpent
Reasons dealler said that cuz they want ppl to trade in older models to get new models, so they could make more $$$.

True..I still think 698 of those "new parts" are nuts and bolts ..Raddman

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