Toyota Japan Launches NEW Corolla Sedan & Fielder

JoeyW
10-10-2006, 10:05 AM
Tokyo — TOYOTA MOTOR (http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1109860#) CORPORATION (TMC) announced today the Japan sales launch of the completely redesigned Corolla sedan—now known as the Corolla Axio*—and completely redesigned Corolla Fielder small station wagon (http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1109860#) through "Toyota Corolla (http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1109860#)" dealers nationwide.

Since its debut in 1966, the Corolla, through an automobile production approach that has anticipated the demands of the times, has gained the favor of millions of users, playing a key role in driving motorization forward. The Corolla is currently sold in more than 140 countries and regions, and cumulative sales have exceeded 30 million vehicles, making it a best-selling vehicle (http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1109860#) positioned to lead the 21st century.

The new Corolla Axio, as the 10th generation Corolla sedan, and the redesigned Corolla Fielder were developed with "car-making by a new measure" as their basic theme. Toyota focused on enhancing basic performance and deepening the sense of quality, which is the essence of the Corolla, by responding to customer needs without being trapped by existing notions of what constitutes a compact vehicle.

Some specific examples of the active adoption of features from the customer's perspective are improved driving-support functions, such as the rearview monitor that is standard on all Corolla Axio models and the convenience-enhancing one-touch double-folding rear seats that are standard on all Corolla Fielder models.

In addition, a new standard for compact sedans and for station wagons is created through a newly developed 1.8-liter engine and Super CVT-i (Super Continuously Variable Transmission-intelligent) transmission that provide outstanding cruising and environmental performance, as well as through the adoption of innovative and advanced equipment not previously seen on compact vehicles, such as a Pre-crash Safety System using millimeter-wave radar and an Intelligent Parking Assist system.

* The Axio name was created from the Greek work "axia", meaning "things with value".


Sales Outline
Sales channels "Toyota Corolla" dealers nationwide in Japan
Monthly sales targets in Japan Corolla Axio: 6,000 units
Corolla Fielder: 6,000 units
Dealer launch events October 14 and 15, 2006

Assembly Plant:
Corolla Axio: Honsha Plant, Central Motor Co., Ltd.
Corolla Fielder: Higashifuji Plant, Kanto Auto Works, Ltd.

Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices (Prices in Hokkaido and Okinawa differ; unit: yen)
Corolla Axio
Engine Transmission Powertrain Trim Level Price*1
(including consumption tax)
1NZ-FE
(1.5 liter) Five-speed manual transmission (http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1109860#) Front-engine, front-wheel-drive X 1,407,000
G 1,606,500
Super CVT-i*2 X 1,491,000
G 1,690,500
Four-wheel-drive X 1,690,500
G 1,879,500
2ZR-FE
(1.8 liter) Front-engine, front-wheel-drive Luxel 1,995,000
" edition" 2,331,000
Four-wheel-drive Luxel 2,184,000

Corolla Fielder
Engine Transmission Powertrain Trim Level Price*1
(including consumption tax)
1NZ-FE
(1.5 liter) Five-speed manual transmission Front-engine, front-wheel-drive X 1,512,000
"G edition" 1,680,000
"Aerotourer" 1,774,500
Super CVT-i*2 X 1,596,000
"G edition" 1,764,000
"Aerotourer" 1,858,500
Four-wheel-drive X 1,785,000
"G edition" 1,953,000
"Aerotourer" 2,047,500
2ZR-FE
(1.8 liter) Front-engine, front-wheel-drive S 1,953,000
"Aerotourer" 2,068,500
Four-wheel-drive S 2,131,500
"Aerotourer" 2,226,000
*1 Prices listed do not include recycling fees.
*2 Super Continuously Variable Transmission-intelligent


Vehicle Outline

Advanced Equipment that Surpasses the Compact Class

A rearview monitor displays an image of the area to the rear of the vehicle while backing up to reduce the burden on the driver when parking (standard on all Corolla Axio models).
The Corolla Fielder features the world's first* one-touch double-folding rear seats with backrests that can be folded flat with a single flip of a lever located in the rear cargo space.
The optional advanced Intelligent Parking Assist system supports steering operations when parallel parking and backing into a parking space. Ultrasonic sensors installed on the front of the vehicle detect other parked vehicles and based on the results estimate the physical dimensions of a vacant parking space and set the target parking position.
The Corolla Axio features a new Pre-crash Safety System that uses millimeter-wave radar. When the millimeter-wave radar detects a high risk of collision, the Pre-crash Seatbelts provide better initial restraint capabilities for passengers while the Pre-Crash Brake Assist system decelerates the vehicle to reduce the collision speed and contribute to less collision-caused damage.
The new Radar Cruise Control system detects and monitors the preceding vehicle and the lane, maintaining a fixed distance according to the preceding vehicle's speed within a preset range of speed.
* As of September 2006, according to a TMC survey

Exterior Evokes a Sense of Energy While Interior Displays High Quality
Based on the Toyota-brand design philosophy "Vibrant Clarity", the exterior evokes a sense of relaxation and vitality despite its compact size.
Corolla Axio

An attractive front end is created through a design that unifies the hood with the bumper between the fenders.
A door line flowing toward the rear and the rear pillars establish a side view that creates a sharp and stylish image.
The rear view is formed by combination taillights with a distinctive design and a clean, supple surface.
The rear pillars sweep downward to create a gently arcing character line that displays Corolla Axio's stylish nature.
Corolla Fielder

The impressive front view is created through a design that unifies the hood with the bumper between the fenders.
A short front overhang and the long-cabin proportions create an integrated side view.
The line along the door shoulder section continues to the rear, forming a rear view with a sense of strength and integrity.
The interiors of the Corolla Axio and the Corolla Fielder have simple and clean designs, with the equipment laid out efficiently, to create comfortable and convenient spaces with a sense of quality.
Highly Maneuverable Body Size and Extremely Comfortable Interior Space and Equipment

The superior package achieves compatibility between a body size that affords excellent maneuverability and an interior that is comfortable and relaxing.
The front corners have been given a curved design to achieve effective maneuverability.
The backseat floor hump is minimized to create flat-surfaced legroom, enabling three adults to sit in the rear comfortably (front-wheel-drive models).
The steering wheel has a telescoping function that allows its position to be adjusted front to rear for a comfortable driving posture.
To enhance visibility, the top surface of the instrument panel is low while the front pillars have been extended forward and made slimmer.
The Smart Entry & Start System employs a Smart Key to lock and unlock the doors and a button to start the engine—all one needs is to have the vehicle key on one's person or nearby.
The HDD (hard disc drive) navigation system features a 6.5-inch wide display screen and a 30GB high-capacity HDD, as well as a variety of multimedia functions and advanced navigation functions.
New Powertrain with Outstanding Driving and Environmental Performance

The new Corolla models feature a new 1.8-liter 2ZR-FE engine and Super CVT-i (Super Continuously Variable Transmission-intelligent) transmission developed as the main powertrain for compact and medium-class vehicles.
A newly developed 1.8-liter 2ZR-FE engine adopts Dual VVT-i (Dual Variable Valve Timing-intelligent) that optimizes both intake and exhaust to achieve smooth and powerful acceleration, while offering fuel efficiency and environmental performance at class-leading levels*.
Both the 1.8-liter and 1.5-liter engines are combined with a newly developed Super CVT-i transmission for smooth cruising and linear acceleration without shift shock, as well as for a quiet ride and improved fuel efficiency.
The new Corolla models adopt a light-weight, high-rigidity body that seeks both a quiet cabin and superior aerodynamic properties; it uses an advanced chassis to achieve performance that makes it truly possible to experience the joy of driving.
Key components of the front and rear suspensions have been optimally tuned to provide brisk maneuvering and cruising stability, as well as a comfortable ride.
* Compared to vehicles of similar engine displacement

Engine Specifications
Displacement
(cc) Maximum output
(kW(PS)/rpm) Maximum torque
(N-m(kg-m)/rpm) Fuel consumption*
(km/l)
2ZR-FE 1,797 100 (136)/6,000 175 (17.9)/4,400 17.2
1NZ-FE 1,496 81 (110)/6,000 140 (14.4)/4,400 18.2
* Figures for Corolla Axio (front-wheel-drive model with Super CVT-i) under the 10-15 Japanese test cycle, as certified by Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport

Class-leading Safety and Environmental Performance

The GOA (Global Outstanding Assessment) construction has been further evolved to create an advanced collision-safety body structure. During collision tests under stricter-than-normal standards, the speed was set at 55km/h, and the vehicle was subjected to omni-directional, vehicle-to-vehicle collision tests with a vehicle up to the 2-ton range. Through the use of a body structure that effectively absorbs collision impact, Toyota satisfied all independent targets for survival space and dummy injury.
The pedestrian-injury-lessening body structure has been evolved to further reduce pedestrian head injuries, pursuing a class-top level of protection.
The front-seat structures are based on the WIL (Whiplash Injury Lessening) concept and come with stronger seat frames and greater backrest give. They were designed based on analyses using THUMS (Total Human Model for Safety), incorporating a structural design that reduces stress on the neck during low-speed rear impact.
All vehicles in the two series have been certified as having emissions levels 75% lower than the 2005 standards under the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport's Approval System for Low-emission Vehicles. The 1.5-liter front-wheel-drive model (with CVT) and 1.8-liter four-wheel-drive model of the Corolla Axio, and the 1.5-liter front-wheel-drive model (with CVT), 1.5-liter four-wheel-drive model, and 1.8-liter four-wheel-drive model of the Corolla Fielder also achieve fuel efficiency that is 10 percent greater than the Japanese 2010 fuel efficiency standards*, qualifying for incentives under the Japanese government's Green Taxation System.
Eco-VAS (Eco-Vehicle Assessment System)—Toyota's original comprehensive environmental impact assessment system—was implemented to achieve, as efficiently as possible, the overall reduction of environmental impact, from initial development to disposal, throughout the vehicle's entire lifecycle. LCA (Life-cycle Assessment) was also carried out, aiming to reduce CO2 and other atmospheric pollutants, not just during the use stage, but also during the vehicle's entire lifecycle, from manufacture through to disposal.
A review of the materials, processing methods and adhesives used for interior parts resulted in a reduction in the amount of VOCs (volatile organic compounds) used, thereby also reducing the discomforting odors emitted from such compounds.
An Eco Drive Indicator lights up when the vehicle is being efficiently operated to raise the driver's awareness of environmentally considerate driving and contribute to higher fuel efficiency.
* Specified by the Japanese Law Concerning the Rational Use of Energy

Welcabs: Specially equipped vehicles with factory-installed features for disabled people

Welcab Rotating and Sliding Passenger Seat models (Type A and Type B) have wider door-opening angles than the base models to further facilitate vehicle boarding and exiting.
Welcab Friendmatic Seat models (Type I, Type II) allow for the installation of a specialized driver's seat and devices that facilitate driving, enabling people without use of their legs to drive with only their hands.
Welcab Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices (Prices in Hokkaido and Okinawa differ; unit: yen)
Corolla Axio
Model Type Engine Transmission Powertrain Trim Level Price*1
(including consumption tax)
Welcab Rotating and Sliding Passenger Seat model (Type A) 1NZ-FE
(1.5 liter) Super CVT-i Front-engine,
front-wheel-drive X 1,559,250
G 1,758,750
2ZR-FE
(1.8 liter) Luxel 2,063,250
1NZ-FE
(1.5 liter) Four-wheel-drive X 1,758,750
G 1,947,750
2ZR-FE
(1.8 liter) Luxel 2,252,250
Welcab Rotating and Sliding Passenger Seat model (Type B*2) 1NZ-FE
(1.5 liter) Front-engine,
front-wheel-drive X 1,580,000
G 1,770,000
2ZR-FE
(1.8 liter) Luxel 2,060,000
1NZ-FE
(1.5 liter) Four-wheel-drive X 1,770,000
G 1,950,000
2ZR-FE
(1.8 liter) Luxel 2,240,000
Welcab Friendmatic Seat model (Type I) 1NZ-FE
(1.5 liter) Front-engine,
front-wheel-drive G 1,732,500
Four-wheel-drive G 1,921,500
Welcab Friendmatic Seat model (Type II*2) Front-engine,
front-wheel-drive G 1,890,000
Four-wheel-drive G 2,070,000

Corolla Fielder
Model Type Engine Transmission Powertrain Trim Level Price*1
(including consumption tax)
Welcab Rotating and Sliding Passenger Seat model (Type A) 1NZ-FE
(1.5 liter) Super CVT-i Front-engine,
front-wheel-drive X 1,664,250
"G edition" 1,832,250
2ZR-FE
(1.8 liter) S 2,021,250
1NZ-FE
(1.5 liter) Four-wheel-drive X 1,853,250
"G edition" 2,021,250
2ZR-FE
(1.8 liter) S 2,199,750
Welcab Rotating and Sliding Passenger Seat model (Type B*2) 1NZ-FE
(1.5 liter) Front-engine,
front-wheel-drive X 1,655,000
"G edition" 1,815,000
2ZR-FE
(1.8 liter) S 1,995,000
1NZ-FE
(1.5 liter) Four-wheel-drive X 1,835,000
"G edition" 1,995,000
2ZR-FE
(1.8 liter) S 2,165,000
Welcab Friendmatic Seat model (Type I) 1NZ-FE
(1.5 liter) Front-engine,
front-wheel-drive X "G edition" 1,806,000
Four-wheel-drive X "G edition" 1,995,000
Welcab Friendmatic Seat model (Type II*2) Front-engine,
front-wheel-drive X "G edition" 1,960,000
Four-wheel-drive X "G edition" 2,140,000
*1 Prices listed do not include recycling fees.
*2 Type B and Type II models are not subject to consumption tax.


http://toyota.jp/corollaseries/index.html?shakudo.toyotajptoptext

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Avalonman
10-10-2006, 10:42 AM
They Better Bring That Over Here!

ECHOKnight2000
10-10-2006, 12:58 PM
The wagon is looking nice IMO. I don't think ours will look like that just because I thought ours was N/A specific as far as design, so it will obviously be different than JDM spec. But I'm just guessing. Nice looking cars though, although they are a little bland in styling, but yet at the same time classy, if that makes sense. My expectations are probably too high though :rolleyes: :thumbup:

jhbhatia
10-10-2006, 01:06 PM
We get corolla-alitise not corolla stateside. This will not be how our rolla's will look like.

ECHOKnight2000
10-10-2006, 01:08 PM
We get corolla-alitise not corolla stateside. This will not be how our rolla's will look like.


Thanks for the heads up. I was guessing this would be the case.:thumbup:

Avalonman
10-10-2006, 01:11 PM
What about the last Corolla they had over there? Maybe Bigger than that?

Yota4Ever
10-10-2006, 02:19 PM
That's not the exterior we're getting but I'm pretty sure that's the interior we're getting. I hope you all like it, I actually love. Remind me never to try to navigate through a japanese website again........

Driver
10-10-2006, 02:37 PM
HAHA!:lol:
I tried naviagting through it. I came across this cool page where the passenger seat rotatd and slide out, and then i just copied the japanese text and pasted it into an online translator and found out that was a feature for the handicapped folks. Not something standard.

RAV4EVR
10-10-2006, 02:51 PM
Nice.... :thumbup:

Tideland Prius
10-10-2006, 03:07 PM
You know they said the current Corolla LE with leather package was like a baby Lexus? I think this continues the tradition - standard backup camera, optional PCS, IPA, radar cruise control, standard SKS and optional HDD sat nav. Damn! That's one expensive Corolla lol.

Avalonman
10-10-2006, 04:04 PM
lol

Blacksupra93
10-10-2006, 05:06 PM
The exterior may not be what we get...but im sure it'll be pretty similar. change the font end and make the headlights more sleek and I bet you'll have the NA version

tearin
10-10-2006, 06:03 PM
You know they said the current Corolla LE with leather package was like a baby Lexus? I think this continues the tradition - standard backup camera, optional PCS, IPA, radar cruise control, standard SKS and optional HDD sat nav. Damn! That's one expensive Corolla lol.

I think the American version won't have all those nice features the Japanese version has.

Avalonman
10-10-2006, 06:24 PM
I think the American version won't have all those nice features the Japanese version has.Why think? We've never had it good over here like they do over there.

sushi_kungfu
10-10-2006, 10:55 PM
is it just me or does those headlight remind me of scion tc headlights? kinda

tearin
10-10-2006, 11:11 PM
is it just me or does those headlight remind me of scion tc headlights? kinda

Your not the the only one who was thinking that...

trxr
10-11-2006, 01:47 AM
The headlights will probably look more like the stateside Camry. And Im pretty sure that the interior will stay the same.

trxr
10-11-2006, 01:49 AM
http://toyota.jp/corollaseries/index.html?shakudo.toyotajptoptext

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http://i12.tinypic.com/44ip7w2.jpg
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REN69
10-11-2006, 08:49 AM
:lol:

BTW here's another link.

http://www.toyota.co.jp/en/news/06/1010.html

And another "lights look like a tC" comment and I'll get this thread locked! :lol: everyone keeps repeating that as if no one else has noticed it already, thanks captain obvious! :lol:

thms05corolla
10-11-2006, 08:57 AM
I guess its just me and I may be biased but I like the exterior of the current US 9th gen better. I know that we wont get that version over here but I am sort of glad. The current Corolla has a more sportier front end and I dont necessarily like that one too much.

davinp
10-11-2006, 09:14 AM
Here is a picture, it takes styling cues from the Yaris
http://www.autoblog.com/2006/10/10/toyota-releases-new-corolla-in-japan/

Gekko
10-11-2006, 10:34 AM
I like the amount of options they put in which was before only available on bigger luxury cars like a Lexus. Things like keyless entry and CVT transmission you can use semi-automatic giving your seven (!) gears!

But i hope they will also introduce a version with a bit stronger engine to compete with the Honda Civic type R and the VW Golf GTI. Something that produceses 200BHP or more, but then they should equip it with 4WD.

prado
10-11-2006, 02:08 PM
Not a huge exterior change from current gen corolla. Lights may come out different here in US since current gen lights are not same on JDM and US models. Check out kits by Modellista & Ken. My '03 Corolla looks like that.

http://toyota.jp/customize/corollaaxio/modellista/index.html
http://toyota.jp/customize/corollaaxio/kenstyle/index.html

my '03 rolla:

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/426096

Gekko
10-11-2006, 03:58 PM
Your right, they do look the same. But they are a bit more different than the current Corolla as it is sold in Europe (which is again the same model as previous JDM model). The wagon (wagon are popular in Europe) of the current Corolla is booooooring. But the wagon of the new JDM Corolla looks allot better. If Toyota wants to increase sales in Europe, they gotta bring that wagon!

The sedan version of the Corolla didn't go that well. I've only seen one in my town. . . can't remember to see any other on the road ever! But then again, it is a different sedan then the one you got in the US. The US Corolla is more sporty, while the Europe/Japan sedan is.. ..well, anything but sporty. It is that boring that you will fall asleep even when driving it! Most of the Corolla's sold in Europe are hatchbacks (3/5 doors). Which looks cool, using the correct bodykit.

Tideland Prius
10-11-2006, 09:47 PM
I think the American version won't have all those nice features the Japanese version has.
Think? I'll be surprised if at least ONE of those make it over. If I had to guess, it'll be SKS since the new Sentra will have Nissan's Intelligent Key system.

Also, the CVT with 7 virtual gears isn't new. The Murano has the same setup and the GS450h has 6 virtual gears. I never figured out the point of virtual gears cause why make something smooth, jerky?

trxr
10-11-2006, 10:20 PM
:lol:

BTW here's another link.

http://www.toyota.co.jp/en/news/06/1010.html

And another "lights look like a tC" comment and I'll get this thread locked! :lol: everyone keeps repeating that as if no one else has noticed it already, thanks captain obvious! :lol:
Thank you. Much simpler to read. :clap:

Gekko
10-12-2006, 02:53 AM
Also, the CVT with 7 virtual gears isn't new. The Murano has the same setup and the GS450h has 6 virtual gears.

I didn't say it is new. But it is sofar i know the first time you see this on a car of the class like a Corolla.

Corollanation
12-03-2008, 03:32 PM
I really like the way Axio's steering wheel look.. wonder if it's possible to get one and change mine.. I have basic Rolla..

rolla-XRS
12-04-2008, 05:23 AM
I think the American version won't have all those nice features the Japanese version has.

And I'm with you on this. NA buyers equate small cars with inexpensive cars...and that's the killer for features like backup camera's etc.

No one i going to purchase a $30k Corolla in NM just because it's loaded to the gills with interior features.

The NM market has (and continues) to show no significant appetite for expensive car features in (sub-) compact cars.

And that's too bad. Europe residents have their act together so they get all sorts of cool features in (sub-) compact cars.

Tideland Prius
12-04-2008, 10:02 PM
You mean NA not NM right?

Yeah but they're slowly infiltrating. The new Mazda3 will have a power driver's seat with 3-way driver memory, bluetooth, HIDs, nav, smart key, alloys, fogs, auto-headlights, rain-sensing wipers among other things. They're all factory options.

PhatRoyale
12-05-2008, 12:01 AM
I wouldn't call the Mazda3 a premium small car at all.... that title would be more suited to cars like the Audi A3 or BMW 1-series. The options list does look impressive however.

100$ GUY
12-07-2008, 06:19 PM
First impression of the first pic.... a buick with a toyota logo! OH YEAH BABY! :o: