Toyota Corolla 2024 1.2T Elite

Toyota Corolla positioned as a ‘100,000-grade joint venture safety king’, it focuses on first-time buyers and pragmatic users, and challenges competitors such as Civic and Hennessey by virtue of Toyota’s TNGA architecture, ultra-low maintenance costs, and crushing safety features, reshaping the rules of price/performance ratio for compact sedans, and taking into account the advantages of immediate need for commuting and high value-addedness.

Toyota Corolla 2024 1.2T Elite Specs

Equipped with a 1.2T turbocharged engine (116 horsepower/185N·m), matched with a simulated 10-speed CVT transmission, WLTC fuel consumption is 5.88L/100km; equipped with L2-level Toyota Safety Sense intelligent safety system, 9-inch center control screen, full-speed adaptive cruise control, and 8 airbags.

Toyota Corolla 2024 1.2T Elite Exterior Design

• Sporty Front Grille: Features a trapezoidal air intake grille with a black honeycomb mesh pattern, paired with standard projector-type LED headlights (including LED daytime running lights and auto high beam). The front fascia delivers strong visual impact and high recognition.
• Body Dimensions: Measures 4635×1780×1455mm (L×W×H) with a 2700mm wheelbase, positioning it as a standard compact sedan. Side profiles showcase fluid lines, while the rear adopts “L”-shaped connected taillights linked by chrome trim. Hidden exhaust design ensures clean aesthetics.
• Detail Enhancements: Elite trim adds 16-inch alloy wheels (vs. 15-inch on Pioneer trim) and a single-pane moonroof, elevating overall refinement.

Toyota Corolla 2024 1.2T Elite Interior and Features

Technology:

• 9-inch central touchscreen (Pioneer: 8-inch), supporting CarPlay/CarLife/HiCar smartphone connectivity, 4G network, OTA updates, and AI voice interaction (30-second continuous dialogue enabled).
• Standard 4.2-inch LCD instrument cluster, electronic parking brake + auto hold, keyless start, and rearview camera.

Comfort:

• Fabric seats (breathable but require regular cleaning), rear cabin space accommodates family needs (2700mm wheelbase), 470L trunk capacity.
• Four-window one-touch up/down with anti-pinch function, PM2.5-filtered air conditioning, but lacks rear air vents.

Toyota Corolla 2024 1.2T Elite Powertrain

Engine & Transmission:

• 1.2T inline 4-cylinder turbocharged engine (116 HP/85kW, 185N·m torque) paired with CVT (simulated 10-speed). Delivers smooth power output suited for urban commutes.
• Tech Highlight: Dual VVT-iW variable valve timing enables Otto/Atkinson dual-cycle switching, optimizing fuel efficiency.

Fuel Economy & Cost:

• WLTC combined fuel consumption: 5.88L/100km. Runs on 92-octane gasoline, ensuring low daily operating costs.
• Top speed: 180km/h. 0-100km/h acceleration data unpublished; real-world testing confirms suitability for low-to-mid speed scenarios, with noticeable engine noise during hard acceleration.

Toyota Corolla 2024 1.2T Elite Smart Driving Assistance

Toyota Pilot Advanced Driving Assist: Standard across all trims, includes:

• DRCC Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control: Supports automatic following in traffic jams.
• L2 Assistance: Lane centering assist, lane departure alert + steering assist, pre-collision braking (with pedestrian/cyclist detection).
• PDA Proactive Driving Assist: Monitors blind-spot obstacles for early warnings and automatically reduces speed on curves.

Smart Connectivity: Offline Amap navigation (precise positioning in remote areas), remote start, voice control for AC/windows, etc.

Toyota Corolla 2024 1.2T Elite Safety Performance

Passive Safety:

• 8 Standard Airbags: Includes driver knee airbag and side curtain airbags—uncommon in its class.

Active Safety:

• Toyota Safety Sense System: Standard features include forward collision warning, lane keeping assist, tire pressure monitoring, and vehicle stability control (ESC).
• Hill start assist, auto hold, but excludes automatic parking functionality.