It is undeniable that cost performance has always been the biggest shortcoming of joint venture vehicles. Relying on their own brand premiums, many joint venture brands tend to pay more attention to how to package their products, but they do not offer real benefits to consumers, which leads to the reluctance of everyone to accept this passive situation. This is the routine of many joint ventures. But there are exceptions, such as the Corolla, which has sold more than 49 million cars in the world for decades.
As an annual model, the upgrade and optimization of the 2021 Corolla has too many exciting highlights. The biggest change is the launch of the 1.5L version. After its listing, the Corolla family has formed a super strong lineup of 1.2T, 1.5L, and 1.8L dual engines in China. For users, multiple choices mean "there is always a Corolla for you." At the same time, for those young consumers with tight budgets, the launch of this version can better solve their "urgency." Needless to say,
1.2T and 1.8L dual engines have their extraordinary strengths. They have long been in the leading position in their respective subdivisions. They have the characteristics of economy, durability and smooth power. The 1.5L engine is developed under the TNGA framework as a modular, Platform-based products have improved a lot from materials to design, with stronger power indicators, better environmental performance, and more balanced performance.
Technically, the TNGA1.5L powertrain adopts high-efficiency combustion technology, has an engine thermal efficiency of up to 40% and an ultra-high compression ratio of 13:1, reaching the top level in the industry. At the same time, this engine also matches the Direct Shift CVT gearbox and starts with gears. Coupled with the absence of any disturbance from turbo lag, such a combination of power can create a smooth driving experience between the start of the traffic light, and is more suitable for congested urban road conditions.
And because of the better fuel efficiency, the TNGA1.5L powertrain has a minimum comprehensive fuel consumption of 5.1L per 100 kilometers, which is better than models with the same displacement.
In terms of handling, even the 1.5L Corolla still has an excellent driving experience, because it is still a high-quality model from the TNGA architecture. From the perspective of weight layout,The overall weight of the 1.5L engine is lighter, and it can form a better axle load distribution before and after, more accurately it is close to the golden ratio of 50:50.
And under the empowerment of the architecture, Corolla has been upgraded to a fully independent suspension. Compared with competing rear torsion beams, it has better cornering control and is more comfortable to handle complex road conditions.
In terms of safety performance that all consumers value, the 2021 Corolla can be said to be a "benchmarking" existence in the entire A-class car market. Because of the goal of “safety regardless of high and low”, the 2021 Corolla series are equipped with PCS pre-collision safety system, full-speed dynamic radar cruise system, and the lane tracking assist system, AHB automatic adjustment high beam system, and other luxury cars. It has become the only model in the same class that is equipped with L2 assisted driving function as standard.
In addition to passive safety, the Corolla series are equipped with 8 airbags as standard. At the same time, the GOA high-rigidity body is used to further improve the safety protection level of the occupants in the car. It has obtained a number of G-level (excellent) evaluations in the rigorous crash tests of the US IIHS and the "China Insurance Research Institute", which is the best proof of safety.
Combining low fuel consumption with high power, coupled with the continuous empowerment of TNGA's high value, the 2021 Corolla will undoubtedly establish a new high cost-effective joint venture, with a world-renowned reputation and unparalleled global sales. It is the "extra guarantee" that supports you to purchase it. In short, compared with rivals of the same level, Corolla is indeed in an absolute lead this time.
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