2011 TOYOTA COROLLA

New for 2011
Toyota restyled the Corolla modestly for 2011, adding revised headlights and taillights, new bumpers and a chrome strip across the trunk. To improve aerodynamics, the A- and C-pillars have been stretched forward and backward, respectively. Last year's XLE and 2.4-liter XRS trims have been eliminated, and several higher-end options are no longer available. That means all Corollas now have a 1.8-liter four-cylinder.

Exterior
There is a new horizontally split grille and broad front air dam. In back, a chrome strip joins the taillights. Toyota says the side mirrors are now larger for better visibility. The Corolla LE and S have body-colored mirrors; the S adds ground effects, fog lights, a rear spoiler and 16-inch alloy wheels. Exterior features include:

• Available 15- or 16-inch wheels
• Power mirrors
• Daytime running lights
• Optional moonroof
• Rear spoiler on S

Interior
The Corolla has room for five people with its front bucket seats and a three-place rear bench. New for 2011, the Corolla S gets a flat-bottom steering wheel with integrated audio controls. Some of last year's upscale options — a navigation system, heated leather seats and automatic climate control — are no longer available, however. Interior features include:

• Standard air conditioning
• Standard tilt/telescoping steering wheel
• Standard CD stereo with auxiliary jack
• Optional six-speaker stereo with USB/iPod integration and Bluetooth streaming audio
• Available power windows and locks and keyless entry
• Corolla S has unique steering wheel and gauges, sport seats and faux-metal accents

Under the Hood
The Corolla's base engine is a 1.8-liter four-cylinder, paired to either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission in base and S grades. The Corolla LE comes only with the automatic. Front disc and rear drum brakes are standard across the board. Mechanical features include:

• 132-horsepower, 1.8-liter four-cylinder with 128 pounds-feet of torque
• Five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission

Safety
All Corollas come with an electronic stability system and traction control standard. Safety features include:

• Front side-impact airbags
• Side curtain airbags
• Active front headrests
• Antilock braking system
• Electronic stability system
• Traction control