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Toyota Corolla Used Car Review

The Toyota Corolla is one of the most famous nameplates in the world, and among the most popular. It's consistently one of the best-selling cars in Australia. The Japanese small car is now in its 11th generation, having debuted in 1966. It was even built in Australia for three decades until 1999. The Corolla is available in hatchback or sedan body styles. Most models are powered by a 1.8-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, though there is a petrol-electric hybrid variant (since mid 2016) that provides lower fuel consumption.

Pros

Cons

  • Current model more enjoyable to drive than predecessors
  • Affordable to run, with particularly cheap servicing
  • Hybrid model's fuel economy and performance
  • Toyota reliability and build quality
  • Modest performance of 1.8L engine
  • Better infotainment systems available on key rivals
  • Interior and boot space not class-leading
  • An all-new Corolla is expected in 2019
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
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1984 TOYOTA COROLLA CS-X 5 SP MANUAL 4D SEDAN, 5 seats AE71

  • 100000 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.6L

Unfinished project car. 1jz twin turbo conversion. A lot of hours put into the vehicle, unfortunately no time to complete. No time wasters, no swaps

$17,500Negotiable
Parramatta, NSW

14 minutes ago

1975 TOYOTA COROLLA KE30 4 SP MANUAL 2D SEDAN, 5 seats

  • 76000 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.2L

Good condition , original engine and interior , runs well, full registration until 2025.

$9,500Negotiable
Kingston, TAS

7 hours ago

1978 TOYOTA COROLLA KE30 4 SP MANUAL 4D SEDAN, 5 seats

  • 82000 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.2L

Unfortunately for myself I’ve got to part ways with my cool little KE30 project, - Won’t come with Rego or Roadworthy Done by the Previous owner it’s had the following done The good: - Built bottom end - Lumpy ground cam - Duel 45mm DCOE Webbers - Duel 12” trumpets - MSD Digital Electronic ignition. - 2” extractors with 2” muffler - Genuine 14” Globe wheels with 195/60R14 tyres - Spacers on front and rear axles - Rear lowering blocks (comes with original blocks) - King spring lows - Heavy duty

$4,000Negotiable
Brighton, VIC

8 hours ago

2004 TOYOTA Corolla ASCENT SECA

  • 292411 km
  • Hatchback
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

Very reliable Toyota Corolla Ascent 5door Manual Hatchback. Presented in Arctic white with contrasting grey trim. Features include power steering, central locking, air conditioning, hatchback versatility along with Toyota's renowned reliability. Comes with books and spare key. Great first car or practical runabout. Finance available. Carmazing. 129 Smith Street Kempsey NSW 2440. Call to inspect. MDL091781.

$4,995 Excl. Gov. Charges
Kempsey, NSW

Dealer used
14/04/2024

1974 TOYOTA COROLLA 4 SP MANUAL 2D SEDAN, 5 seats KE30

  • 105000 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.2L

UPDATED INFORMATION - ke30 selling as a project. sold as is where is with no rego or rwc. car will need to be towed on a trailer or picked up on a flatbed. Rare 2 door sedan. selling due to life changes. Reconditioned rims with new tires all round. copper brake lines installed with hydraulic hand brake. original engine with 4 speed gearbox. new dash mat. new carpet installed along with new door rubbers and rear boot rubber. rooflining is a one piece moulding and has been removed and re covered

$4,000
Maleny, QLD

13/04/2024

1989 TOYOTA COROLLA XL (4x4) 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON, 5 seats AE95R

$3,000
Hurstville, NSW

13/04/2024

1971 TOYOTA COROLLA KE20 MANUAL 2D SEDAN

  • 250000 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.2L

My car started as a 3 speed auto 3k engine, but has been upgraded to a 5 speed manual, and a freshened up 4k engine. converted to electronic dizzy, and a rebuilt aisin carby. Suspension wise it has had a larger front swaybar, and now has a chunky rear swaybar, it has also been converted to coil over disc brakes (jdm AE86 front struts). the interior has been given new carpet and underlay about 3 years ago, and black vinyl paint on the door cards. It has had a stereo install in the glove box and

$10,500
Brandy Hill, NSW

12/04/2024

1984 TOYOTA COROLLA AE71 3 SP AUTOMATIC 4D SEDAN, 5 seats

  • 360000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.6L

Looking at selling my ae71 not parting out or selling wheels etc,is a 5speed manual t50 box mated up to a 3t 1.8 single Webber carby motor has front disc brakes and coilovers. Starts first turn very cheap on fuel and a classic adm/jdm piece of history interior is mint factory clock works. Comes with a spare diff/rims and a 16v 7rib 4age that needs a rebuild. Not in a rush to sell, no silly offers was insured for $15k with Shannon’s. Beautiful car that heats appreciation off of all ages everywhe

$7,500Negotiable
Muswellbrook, NSW

11/04/2024

1974 TOYOTA COROLLA SE 4 SP MANUAL 2D SEDAN All Others

  • 0 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.2L

1974 two door corolla project. 1.3L 4k engine and 4speed box. starts and runs. missing rear bumper, dash and miscellaneous interior pieces. body is straight and rust free. 2 door sedans are getting hard to find

$4,900Negotiable
Margate, TAS

10/04/2024

1975 TOYOTA COROLLA SE 4 SP MANUAL 2D SEDAN All Others

  • 107565 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.2L

I have a 1975 Ke30 2 door, all original (I'm the second owner - family friend bought it new), with 110,000 kms since new. 3k engine, 4 speed manual. Has not been modified I'm any way. I have owned it since 2009 and have only driven 20,000km with it since then. Was used as a daily for a few months, then was in the garage. Has been under shelter and car covers for the past 7 years. Drivers seat has a tear and the rear seats on top is coming off a bit, but should be an easy fix. Will need to b

$7,500Negotiable
Reservoir, VIC

10/04/2024

1987 TOYOTA COROLLA AE82 4 SP MANUAL 4D SEDAN, 5 seats

  • 287000 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.6L

Selling on behalf of my partner is her 1987 Toyota Corolla ae82 1.6L 4 speed manual 5 months rego Serviced regularly during her ownership recently just had a service with new timing belt installed and spark plugs Body is in good condition for the age of the vehicle, apart from a bit of rust here and there and clear coat peel on roof, interior is tidy Runs and drives, hasn’t let us down during ownership, have a walk around video of it running, selling as is. $2,500 ono

$2,500Negotiable
Coffs Harbour, NSW

31/03/2024

1975 TOYOTA COROLLA 5 SP MANUAL 2D HARDTOP KE35

  • 99999 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.2L

may swap for something of interest. Up for sale is a completely rust free ke35 coupe. She's a 75 model and still requires a little work. She has had a 4age T50 conversion started, ecu is there but not wired in. Tailshaft needs modification to fit. Absolutely rust free which is the rare part especially in a ke35. Comes with the alloys pictured. Can sell for a couple grand cheaper without motor/ gearbox etc. interior needs redoing but comes with everything besides carpet.

$10,000
Harristown, QLD

24/03/2024

1985 Toyota Corolla CS Manual Sedan

  • 152000 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.6L

TOYOTA COROLLA AE82 MANUAL. THIS WOULD BE THE CLEANEST MOST ORIGINAL EXAMPLE IN AUSTRALIA. HAS BEEN GARAGED ALL OF ITS LIFE. HAS ONLY DONE 152,000 Klms HAS BEEN IN THE SAME FAMILY SINCE BRAND NEW Purchased by Grandfather brand new, then his Son took owner ship and then his Grandson carried on the Heritage ORIGINAL FACTORY PAINT TOTALLY STRAIGHT AND RUST FREE. INTERIOR TRIM IN AS NEW CONDITION HAVE ORIGINAL DELIVERY BROCHURES AND PAPERS Even has Original windscreen ! IS CURRENTLY O

$10,999Negotiable
Melbourne CBD, VIC

25/11/2022

Ke corolla wagon ke38

  • 125308 km
  • Wagon
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.3L

1978 ke38 corolla wagon Factory air con Swap for a family car like camry or similar Completely stock 4 speed manual Has had a respray could do with a touch up if you wanted some paint fade on roof Very clean true survivor car Tints Venetians blinds in the back and the side Exhaust and extractors Wagons are starting to become very rare these days to find Was my daily drive for a while Currently on club registration and will be sold unregistered and historic plates taken off when sold Very little

$11,000
Regents Park, NSW

06/05/2022

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Overview of the Toyota Corolla

Overview of the Toyota Corolla

The Toyota Corolla is one of the most famous nameplates in the world, and among the most popular. It's consistently one of the best-selling cars in Australia. The Japanese small car is now in its 11th generation, having debuted in 1966.

It was even built in Australia for three decades until 1999. The Corolla is available in hatchback or sedan body styles. Most models are powered by a 1.8-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, though there is a petrol-electric hybrid variant (since mid 2016) that provides lower fuel consumption.

TOYOTA COROLLA GENERATIONS (SINCE 2000)

2000-2007

2006-2012

2012-present

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption (2012 models onwards)

1.8L petrol: 6.1-6.8 litres per 100km

Hybrid: 4.1 litres per 100km

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

SIMILAR MODELS TO TOYOTA COROLLA

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR: TOYOTA COROLLA (2012 ONWARDS)

The Toyota Corolla didn't gain its impeccable reputation for reliability by accident. These really are durable, dependable cars - and they remain one of the smarter second-hand buys for that reason.

When inspecting any Corolla for sale, try to pair your phone with the Bluetooth (where fitted) and then try to make a call. It's a fair bet the reception will be sketchy; for some reason, Toyota struggled with its Bluetooth installations.

The current Corolla was recalled once to check that a small plate that helps make up the fuel-tank system hadn't cracked, allowing a leak to occur. A Toyota dealer will be able to identify affected cars and whether yours has been fixed or not.

The Corolla we'd avoid is an ex car-share car. Car-sharing companies loved the Corolla for its reliability, but the end users often abused the vehicles.