Toyota Corolla Hatchback 1.8 VVTL-i T Sport 5d (2003/52) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Well equipped. Typical of what you would expect for its price.
Costs
T Sport heavy on front tyres and fuel if driven anywhere near fast.
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On the road
Driving
Feels solid and well built. Controls light and is an easy car to drive. Front seats disappointing not bolstered enough for a sporting car. Suspension too high - needs lowering 30mm -makes big difference.
Performance
Not a lot of power below 6000 revs, then pulls strongly only for rev limiter to stop progress. Gearing feels wrong even though it has a 6 speed gearbox - it fails to keep the engine in the magical 6200-8200 power band... feels faster than it is.
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Living with it
Reliability
No problems as yet…
Image
Seen as a pipe and slippers car by some... particulary younger generation. Good looking car looks like Golf/Stilo.
Comfort
Good ride. Seats comfortable, not enough support though... Cabin noisy at 80mph mark resonating sound engine noise intrusive. Nice with climate and music quality excellent.
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Security and Service
Security
No problems as yet.
Service
Dealer difficult at times. Car received valet, but poor job done inside so had to do it myself… Reluctant to put tyres on the front at purchase, despite spending £12,000 with them and tyres clearly worn.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes