2.0L 3ZR-FE for the new Corolla?

[Bugmenot]

Maybe they're using the JDM model as a benchmark or a test vehicle to compare it with the US/Canadian made versions to make sure there are no quality/reliability problems at launch. Who knows, maybe the new generation could bring it back to the 95-97 Corolla glory days of indestructible reliability.

[vasia]

Apart from not letting it interfere with the Tundra launch, the Corolla's launch was delayed in North America so they could double-check quality and make sure the transition went smoothly at the Cambridge factory. They are most definitely checking the quality of the prototype US Corollas against that of production JDM Corollas to make sure fit-and-finish is up there and any other quality issues are resolved.The USDM Corolla's launch has also been altered by the quality initiatives put in place company-wide to improve quality overall. One aspect of that is making more prototypes and doing more testing.

I expect this new Corolla's quality to be quite good, but more importantly I expect the next-gen's quality (2012-2013 Corolla) to be top notch. One of the initiatives Toyota put in place also includes more exact blueprints, and we will start to the real impact of all these initiatives with 2010-2011 Toyota models.

[Braddale]

The generation of Corolla that is coming out next spring....would it run to approx. 2013???

Near the end of the new generation, I should be ready to replace my 2000.

[ECHOKnight2000]

Originally Posted by Braddale

The generation of Corolla that is coming out next spring....would it run to approx. 2013???

I guess if you follow the industry standard or adverage for cars of 5 years with a mid-life update and if you look at Corolla's life-cycle pattern then yes I guess 2013 would be the next redesign but since this car was delayed to be all new for 09 then the cycle will be pushed up one year so 2014 will be the new Corolla but that's so far away! Lets focus on now!

[TFan]

Originally Posted by vasia

Apart from not letting it interfere with the Tundra launch, the Corolla's launch was delayed in North America so they could double-check quality and make sure the transition went smoothly at the Cambridge factory. They are most definitely checking the quality of the prototype US Corollas against that of production JDM Corollas to make sure fit-and-finish is up there and any other quality issues are resolved.The USDM Corolla's launch has also been altered by the quality initiatives put in place company-wide to improve quality overall. One aspect of that is making more prototypes and doing more testing.

I expect this new Corolla's quality to be quite good, but more importantly I expect the next-gen's quality (2012-2013 Corolla) to be top notch. One of the initiatives Toyota put in place also includes more exact blueprints, and we will start to the real impact of all these initiatives with 2010-2011 Toyota models.

You mentioned the Cambridge, Ontario facility...hopefully included in that is the NUMMI facility in Fremont, California where a good number of USDM Corolla's are manufactured.

[vasia]

Originally Posted by TFan

You mentioned the Cambridge, Ontario facility...hopefully included in that is the NUMMI facility in Fremont, California where a good number of USDM Corolla's are manufactured.

Yes, you're right. I mentioned Cambridge because I recently heard about them running Corolla prototypes out there, but NUMMI as well is likely running prototypes. Some people who have insider access have said they've seen the new Matrix and new Corolla at NUMMI and they say both look good. Cambridge insiders also say the new Corolla and Matrix look good.

The common theme is that the Corolla has a strong Yaris resemblance with a few Camry cues, as for the Matrix all I keep hearing is that it's a "radical" design and can't be compared to any current Toyota.

[TFan]

Originally Posted by vasia

Yes, you're right. I mentioned Cambridge because I recently heard about them running Corolla prototypes out there, but NUMMI as well is likely running prototypes. Some people who have insider access have said they've seen the new Matrix and new Corolla at NUMMI and they say both look good. Cambridge insiders also say the new Corolla and Matrix look good.

The common theme is that the Corolla has a strong Yaris resemblance with a few Camry cues, as for the Matrix all I keep hearing is that it's a "radical" design and can't be compared to any current Toyota.

I live in Fremont and I'm scheduled to tour the NUMMI plant on Sept 26th. Interestingly enough when I was booking my reservation online there was a disclaimer saying "Due to our new model launch, we will not be offering tours in October 2007." I know at that time I won't see any of the new Corolla's unfortunately. I've always wanted to tour a Toyota plant. NUMMI has won many awards for Toyota over the years. They build both the Corolla and Tacoma truck and I believe the Pontiac Vibe (GM version of the Matrix).

[middleoroad]

i'm hoping toyota offers both the 1.8 and the 2.0 in the corolla.this will allow them to offer a version that's competitive power wise and a version that still offers an epa highway close to 35.

[middleoroad]

Originally Posted by vasia

Yes, you're right. I mentioned Cambridge because I recently heard about them running Corolla prototypes out there, but NUMMI as well is likely running prototypes. Some people who have insider access have said they've seen the new Matrix and new Corolla at NUMMI and they say both look good. Cambridge insiders also say the new Corolla and Matrix look good.

The common theme is that the Corolla has a strong Yaris resemblance with a few Camry cues, as for the Matrix all I keep hearing is that it's a "radical" design and can't be compared to any current Toyota.

there are pretty good matrix spy shots elsewhere on this forum.looks good.