Toyota has launched its 10th generation Corolla sedan and the Matrix hatchback crossover spin-off at the 2007 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas.
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The redesigned cars reach US dealers next February as 2009 models.
The sedan is similar to the model already on sale in several Toyota export markets, including Australia and Thailand, and is much the same size as its predecessor.
The Corolla line was originally launched in Japan in 1966 and first exported to America in 1968. Over 30m have since been sold worldwide, making it one of the best-selling cars of all time.
US buyers will be offered five trim/equipment grades and a choice of new 132hp 1.8-litre Dual VVTi or 158hp 2.4-litre I4 engines. The 1.8 has a five-speed manual gearbox as standard while a four-speed automatic is optional. The 2.4 also has a five-speed manual as standard and the optional automatic has five speeds.
Standard safety include standard driver and front passenger airbags, front seat-mounted side airbags, two-row side curtain airbags, active front headrests and anti-lock brakes while vehicle stability control with traction control is optional.
All models have AM/FM/CD audio with four speakers, auxiliary audio input jack, air conditioning with air filter, tilt and telescopic steering wheel, and 60/40 split folding rear seats.
The five-door Matrix has the same engine options and will be available in three grades plus all-wheel drive for the mid-line S grade.
