1997-2002 Corolla OverviewToyota Corolla Overview (1997 - 2002)
1997 - 2002
Tech Specs Summary
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- 103 - 121 mph
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- 10.0 - 14.4 seconds
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- 71 - 108 hp
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- 28 - 40.6 mpg
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- 2,414 - 2,789 lbs
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- 13.1 - 37.4 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 10.9 - 45.2 ft3 (Wagon)
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- 9.9 - 37.4 ft3 (Hatchback)
This generation of the Toyota Corolla was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Toyota between 1997 - 2002. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as a sedan, wagon or hatchback. There are five power levels available, ranging from a 71 hp 2 L Inline 4 diesel engine to a 108 hp 2 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine. It has macpherson strut suspension front and rear.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Corolla is the Toyota Corolla Compact 1.6 which scores 2.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 108 hp and a power/weight ratio of 23.37 lb/hp it has a top speed of 121 mph and gets to 62 mph in 10.0 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Toyota Corolla Wagon 2.0 D-4D is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 526 miles and can store 10.9-45.2 cubic feet of cargo.
Euro NCAP Results
