Toyota Corolla tenth generation

Toyota Corolla tenth generation
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The Toyota Corolla tenth generation (2009–2013): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 28 versions in the European Union, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: E140, E150 · Sold in: European Union, United States, and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,540 mm RDW4,540 mm TC4,410–4,572 mm
Width1,710–1,760 mm RDW1,760 mm TC1,695–1,760 mm
Height1,470–1,480 mm RDW1,470 mm TC1,465–1,515 mm
Wheelbase2,600 mm RDW2,600 mm TC2,600 mm
Front track–1,520 mm TC–
Rear track–1,520 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,120–1,235 kg RDW1,255–1,300 kg TC1,130–1,255 kg
Mass in running order1,220–1,335 kg RDW––
Gross vehicle weight1,655–1,760 kg RDW––
Towing, braked trailer1,200–1,300 kg RDW––
Towing, unbraked trailer450 kg RDW––
Seats and space
Seats5 RDW––
Doors4 RDW––
Luggage space (EPA)–340 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)–2,605 L EPA–
Performance
Top speed180–195 km/h RDW––

Tyre sizes (most common first): 205/55R16, 195/65R15

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2011: ★★★☆☆ · 2012–2013: ★★★★☆

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

3,930 complaints for model years 2009–2013. 462 crashes · 26 fires · 326 injuries · 2 deaths

  • Airbags 1,818
  • Steering 846
  • Speed control 420
  • Brakes 279
  • Electrical system 192
  • Engine 187

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 28 versions of the Toyota Corolla tenth generation

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European Union 19 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelCO₂EU registrations
2011–20131.6 L97 kW (132 PS)Petrol141–149 g/km15,876
2011–20131.4 L66 kW (90 PS)Diesel114–128 g/km9,616
2011–20131.3 L73 kW (99 PS)Petrol130–135 g/km3,240
2010–2013––Petrol136–142 g/km2,576
2010–2013––Diesel117–136 g/km318
2011–20132.0 L93 kW (126 PS)Diesel136–140 g/km437
2011–20121.6 L97 kW (132 PS)LPG150 g/km100
20111.3 L74 kW (101 PS)Petrol134 g/km96
2010–20111.8 L–Petrol173–187 g/km22
20101.6 L–Petrol151 g/km5,884
20101.4 L–Diesel124 g/km3,730
20101.3 L–Petrol133 g/km1,894
2010––Other fuel137 g/km426
20102.0 L–Diesel138 g/km380
20101.3 L–Diesel126 g/km58
20101.4 L–Petrol158 g/km58
20101.4 L–Petrol123 g/km26
20102.2 L–Diesel172 g/km12
20101.6 L–Diesel158 g/km10

United States 5 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2010–20131.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive29 MPG (8.1 L/100 km) EPA190–193 g/km
2009–20131.8 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive29–30 MPG (7.8–8.1 L/100 km) EPA184–190 g/km
2009–2011CLKUP2.4 LPetrol5-speed automaticFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
2009–20112.4 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA221–230 g/km
2009CLKUP1.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive30 MPG (7.8 L/100 km) EPA184 g/km

Canada 4 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2009–2013Compact1.8 LPetrol4-speed automatic7.8–8.1 L/100 km 5-cycle179–186 g/km
2009–2013Compact1.8 LPetrol5-speed manual7.8 L/100 km 5-cycle179 g/km
2009–2012Compact2.4 LPetrol5-speed automatic9.4 L/100 km 5-cycle216 g/km
2009–2012Compact2.4 LPetrol5-speed manual9.5–9.6 L/100 km 5-cycle219–221 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.