Added Prestige for Toyota

THE MANUFACTURER HAS SOUPED UP THE COROLLA, ADDING ATTITUDE The 1.6l, four-cylinder engine remains familiar to Toyota fans.

The compact sedan remains a staple in the global automotive arena. The word “sedan” historically referred to an enclosed chair for conveying one person, carried between horizontal poles by two porters. In modern times, it has come to refer to a passenger vehicle with a “boot”.

The Toyota Corolla is synonymous with the term compact sedan. Launched in 1966, the nameplate has been affixed to 11 generations of Toyota vehicles. Many milestones have been achieved across 52 years, including the world’s best-selling vehicle nameplate and exceeding 45 million units sold globally in 2017.

In celebration of Corolla’s rich history, Toyota South Africa has added flair in the form of a special edition model – dubbed Prestige+ (Prestige Plus). Visually the Prestige+ ups the ante with the adoption of a bi-tone colour scheme; with the roof finished in Attitude Black.

The gloss black treatment is further applied to both upper and lower radiator grilles.

The black lower grille extends across the apron of the vehicle, incorporating standard fog lamps and terminating in vertical “blades” at the bumper’s edge which also feature gloss black finishing.

The power-adjustable side mirrors inherit the same treatment and complement the rest of the ebony-themed styling package. An elegant Prestige+ insignia is affixed to the rear boot lid – signifying the model’s credentials.

Buyers can choose from three exterior colour combinations; Glacier White, Satin Silver and Graphite Grey – all paired with the Attitude Black roof. The interior is also elevated with the change to a leather and fabric combination for the seats and Prestige+-branded floor mats.

A Piano Black effect has been applied to the door trim accents (silver in the normal models) to complete the package and visually tie in with the exterior elements. Underpinning the model is the familiar 1.6l four-cylinder power plant utilised in the Corolla range.

The engine produces 90kW and 154Nm and buyers can opt to couple it to a six-speed manual or multidrive continuously variable transmission.

A key feature is the addition of ultra-stylish 17-inch alloy wheels. The package not only creates a strong visual statement, but also adds to the driving experience.

Shod with 215-45-R17 tyres, the wheels incorporate a bi-tone, bi-textured design with directional spokes creating a sense of forward motion. The Corolla Prestige+ is supported by a three-year/100 000km warranty and five-year/90 000km service plan.