Corolla Altis provides the maximum value for money

Exterior:- The car comes with Camry like looks. It may not look as sporty or sleek as the Civic, but is has a mature, stately appearance.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort):- Interiors are pretty good and the wood finish is attractive, but could have been a wee bit better. Rear seats are comfortable and feel spacious. Dashboard layout is pretty good but not as snazzy or cockpit-like as in the Civic. The LCD display for odometer and trip-meters are impressive. Range, mileage, outside temperature, fuel economy etc are displayed sequentially on pressing the switch on the steering.  Audio controls on the steering are also good. Lots of storage areas  have been provided. A CD player with aux input and 6 CD changer is factory fitted and the audio quality on the 6 speaker system is good but not great. Boot space is great.

 

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox:- Fuel economy is great. Especially in the city. It outclasses the Civic in this area. Averages about 10.7 km/liter in the city and about 13 km-14 km/liter on highways with the air conditioner on. 

 

Ride Quality & Handling:- Excellent  and smooth ride quality. Handles very well  at high speeds. Ground clearance is 176 mm and unlike the Civic, the Altis does not scrape bumps and speed breakers frequently. Grips the road well even at 150km/hr. ABS works well and the vehicles braking system is excellent.

 

Final Words:- Its the car for the mature 35-50 year old  executive from whom quality, performance and value for money matters more than sheer sporty looks and snazzy dashboards. Toyota lives up to its reputation in terms of quality, reliability and maintenance costs. The Corolla Altis is a hassle free car for the family and is definitely the best one can get in the Class D segment. It provides value for money in terms of the features it offers. A Honda Civic with the same features would cost about a lakh more.

 

Areas of improvement:- Side views for the driver is obstructed. Quality of the upholstery could be bettered. Auido quality can be made better.

 

Fuel economy, Interiors, handling and confort at high speeds, maintenance costs, ground clearanceVisibility for driver