- [Presenter] Since its debut in 2018,
Corolla Hatchback has been a fan favorite
in the Toyota family.
And this year it returns with some welcome feature upgrades.
An all-new special edition model,
and an option to add extra storage capacity
for those who need it.
But fun is still the name of the game here.
So, let's learn more about what makes this hatchback
such a blast to drive.
Corolla Hatchback's expanded lineup
brings together two classic grades
and some special edition models.
Familiar grades include the sporty SE and XSE,
which are both offered either with a Dynamic Shift CVT
or six-speed Intelligent Manual Transmission,
while SE Nightshade Edition ups the style factor
with its blacked-out exterior accents
and standard 18-inch black alloy wheels.
And with a limited run of just 1,500 units,
the all-new Special Edition makes a serious impression
with its exclusive paint job and head-turning design cues.
With Corolla Hatchback,
fun-to-drive character and sporty style go hand in hand.
And this year, Corolla Hatchback adds magnetic gray metallic
and wind chill pearl to its color palette,
with an available two-tone black metallic roof
for even more style.
Additionally, all Corolla Hatchback models
feature eye-grabbing Triple J LED headlights,
which make this car easy to recognize at a glance.
And XSE kicks it up another notch
with standard LED fog lights
and an available Adaptive Front Lighting System
that adjusts to the current driving conditions.
This top-tier grade also offers
a chrome grille surround up front
as well as large 18-inch, machined-finish alloy wheels
for that aggressive look.
Meanwhile, SE Nightshade Edition
expands on the 2020 model year
with its front lower grille surround
and black exterior accents,
including a black Toyota emblem and badges,
while the Special Edition comes standard
with an aerodynamic body kit with side skirts,
18-inch black alloy wheels,
and a black rear spoiler.
Plus, the Special Edition is finished
in a dazzling supersonic red,
a new color that's unique to this edition.
Corolla Hatchback's undeniable style
is on display inside as well,
with an abundance of high-gloss and matte surfaces
that give this interior a playful, yet refined design.
And there are lots of other high-end touches, too,
like a leather-trimmed steering wheel and shifter,
as well as various soft-touch materials throughout.
As on the outside, XSE's interior is a step up over SE's,
packing premium elements like combination leather trim
and fabric upholstery,
power driver and heated front seats,
and an upgraded instrument panel
with a seven-inch multi-information display.
This spacious interior also offers ample room
for both passengers and cargo,
especially when its 60/40-split rear seats are folded flat.
And if that's not enough,
Corolla Hatchback also features
an available Enhanced Cargo Space option,
a reconfigured cargo area that adds six cubic feet
to the overall capacity
with no added cost and no impact on fuel economy.
Corolla Hatchback comes packed with advanced technology,
and this year adds even more cutting-edge features
to an already extensive list.
This is evident in its standard eight-inch touchscreen
Audio Multimedia system with Apple CarPlay compatibility,
which connects drivers to Apple Music, Maps, Messages,
and other favorite apps from your iPhone.
In addition, Android Auto compatibility
lets drivers connect Android devices
to access their favorite music and apps.
Plus, Amazon Alexa virtual assistant functionality
is offered on every model,
as is a complimentary
three-month All Access trial to SiriusXM.
And of course,
while hitting the streets in Corolla Hatchback,
it's important to have an audio system
that delivers the goods.
That's why SE can be upgraded to the Audio Plus system
found on XSE,
and why XSE can be maxed out with the top-shelf 800-watt,
eight-speaker JBL Premium Audio system for extra punch.
And Corolla Hatchback's multimedia systems
also offer trials to Toyota's available Connected Services,
which include Remote Connect, Service Connect,
Safety Connect and Wi-Fi Connect.
Besides entertainment and connectivity,
Corolla Hatchback's high-tech mentality
can be seen in standard convenience features
like Smart Key System with Push Button Start
and Electric Parking Brake with Brake Hold,
as well as available features
like dual-zone automatic climate control
and Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging.
This year, the available Blind Spot Monitor system
adds Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
to help alert drivers to vehicles passing on either side
while backing out of a parking space.
True to the Toyota name,
Corolla Hatchback puts a priority on safety.
First, this latest model
adds two rear seat-mounted side airbags,
making for a total of 10 airbags throughout the cabin.
And every Corolla Hatchback
comes with Toyota Safety Sense 2.0,
an advanced suite of active safety technologies
that comes standard on all grades.
TSS 2.0 includes enhancements
to the Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection,
adding pedestrian detection in low-light situations
and daytime bicyclist-detecting capabilities.
TSS 2.0 also adds Lane Tracing Assist
to keep the vehicle centered in its lane
while Dynamic Radar Cruise Control is operating,
as well as Road Sign Assist,
which can recognize and display select road signs
on the instrument panel.
One look at Corolla Hatchback,
and it's clear this sporty hatch is all about the drive,
whether its daily commuting or tearing around the track.
Its underlying TNGA architecture
is supported by independent suspension at all four corners,
specifically, MacPherson strut up front
and a multi-link design in the rear.
TNGA also comes into play
with Corolla Hatchback's two-liter Dynamic Force engine,
which produces a healthy 168 horsepower
and 151 pound-feet of torque,
all while having seriously competitive
fuel economy estimates.
This lively engine can be paired
with either a continuously variable automatic transmission
or six-speed manual transmission.
The continuously variable transmission,
called Dynamic-Shift CVT,
includes a Sport drive mode,
paddle shifters with 10 preset ratios,
and an innovative launch gear design
with a physical first gear
to help achieve better feel and acceleration.
And for drivers who prefer to take matters
into their own hands,
the all-new Intelligent Manual Transmission is a real treat.
When its iMT Mode is engaged,
the car will fight against stalling on initial drive-off,
as well as smooth out upshifts.
This mode also features automatic rev-matching technology
that helps drivers nail those perfect downshifts.
Corolla Hatchback also comes standard
with Active Cornering Assist
to help manage traction and control the drive force
during spirited cornering.
So, it's safe to say Corolla Hatchback checks all the boxes
when it comes to fun.
All told, the 2021 Corolla Hatchback
puts a big focus on driving pleasure,
while also boasting a high-tech cabin
and the added cargo flexibility of its hatchback design.
And when factoring in Toyota's reputation for value,
its legendary reliability and long-term cost estimates,
and ownership perks
like the ToyotaCare No Cost Maintenance Plan
with Roadside Assistance,
it's clear that this sporty hatchback
hits all the right notes.