If you’ve been looking for a car that goes a long way to satiate your utmost desires and pamper your innermost needs, then continue reading! Japanese Auto major Toyota Motors has launched the all new 10th generation Toyota Corolla Altis through its Indian arm Toyota Kirloskar Motor. This car redefines elegance, luxury and style, surely making you feel that it belongs to a class above. It provides a driving experience which is far beyond anything that you could have experienced previously. The Toyota Corolla Altis is actually the new avatar of the Corolla.

The Toyota Corolla Altis has a completely new style and eye catching looks. It has latest engine technology, modern safety features and a competitive price tag. Surely, with all these attributes, it will prove to be a tough call for the competition from the Skoda or the Honda. It’s a car that’s simply made for you.

The Toyota Corolla Altis has a brilliant aerodynamic and wider stance for a stately presence. It has sophisticated, flowing lines that makes it impossible to avoid envy. It has a lower and a wider body for a stable ride. Moreover, it has more bold and advanced looks. There are smooth flowing lines that flow from front to rear lending rich and gorgeous looks to the body. The 7 spoke 15″ alloy wheels lend it an additional articulate look.

The interiors are luxurious and have a wood grain finish. They present comfort that is beyond any comparison. With a curved flowing centre console, it has wide and spacious looks. Additionally, it has a large trunk that has the capability to store four large suitcases. Switches are conveniently placed on the steering wheel so that the audio system can be controlled without taking your eyes off the road.

Enjoy the cruise control that allows you to set a constant speed without having to step on the accelerator pedal. Additionally, passengers can easily operate the stereo system from the rear using the remote control. The audio system has a wonderful in dash six-disc CD changer. There is also a provision to listen to your portable MP3 player and other audio devices. Feel the sophistication of power windows and door locks which come in wood grain finish. Their polished and refined look adds sophistication and elegance to the interior of the cabin.

The air conditioner automatically adjusts the amount of air flow provided in order to reach the temperature set by the user. Other features like flat rear floor, rear sunshade, power seat with lumbar support, slidable armrest, drink and cup holders and convenient front and rear storage compartments keep your belongings in order inside the cabin.

Underneath the hood of the Altis is the thumping 1.8L Variable Valve Timing with Intelligence (VVT-i) engine that delivers an astounding power of 132 PS. This will surely leave your heart throbbing with exhilaration and thrill. The VVT-I technology allows smoother acceleration of 0-100 km/h in just 11.66 seconds. Additionally, a smooth under-body gives the car better aerodynamics with contributes to the overall better fuel efficiency.

The Electric Power Steering (EPS) is powered by an electric motor, thereby giving you a better fuel economy. The EPS gives better steering ability without causing any loss of driving power. The car offers a minimum turning radius of just 5.3 m offering excellent manoeuvrability in crowded and narrow streets. You an even make U turns in tight areas.

From the safety point of view, this car has excellent features that are designed to keep you and the occupants safe. The Toyota Corolla Altis is equipped with Anti Lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic brake distribution (EBD). ABS prevents the wheels from locking up when the brakes are applied. This feature allows your car to remain stable while braking. Additionally, front and rear disc brakes provide better braking ability. The disc brakes are improved, and the brake pedal operates more smoothly. Other improved features include GOA (Global Outstanding Assessment) body, Dual SRS airbags, and WIL (Whiplash Injury Lessening) concept Seat.

The Toyota Corolla Altis comes in three variants – 1.8G, 1.8GL and 1.8VL. The first two offer five speed manual transmission, while the third offers four speed automatic transmission. Choose any one colour from Dark Red Mica Metallic, Light Blue Metallic Silver Mica Metallic, White Pearl Mica, and Champagne Mica Metallic. Go enjoy your drive!

Car companies constantly bring wonders to the world with all the advancements they introduce to eager car owners who want nothing but improvement for their vehicles. One of the largest automakers in the world, Toyota Motor Corporation offers vehicles that are made up of reliable parts designed for heavy-duty applications. One of its most popular models and also one of the bestselling cars in automobile history is the Toyota Camry, which was first sold at the United States in 1983. Aside from comprising America’s bestselling car, the assembly of Toyota Camry parts also became the basis for the luxury vehicle Lexus ES300, for the full-size highway cruiser Toyota Avalon, and for the two-door Toyota Solara convertible and coupe.

With its 102 inch wheelbase, the Toyota Camry was relatively huge for a Japanese car. During the time it was introduced, its four-cylinder engine, which produced 92 horsepower, was considerably powerful. It was equipped with five-speed manual transmission or an automatic one and its engine produce a high-pitched sound when revved. People can easily dismiss the capability of Toyota Camry parts, which sported the limited 92 horsepower, but the car can actually outrace bigger and heavier models. Its unbeatable comfort, sound insulation, gas mileage, and reliability are what made the Camry a bestseller.

In a while since its introduction, a second American factory was subsequently built in Georgetown, Kentucky, which became Toyota’s first non-union plant as well as their first plant to be built independently. The first generation Toyota Camry parts assembly which featured a single fuel-injected 2 Liter engine lasted for only four years. With the 115 horsepower boasted by the redesign in 1987, together with reduced noise and vibration and many other developments in the succeeding models in the automobile series, the Toyota Camry became even more popular. Today, it bears the distinction of having been listed by USA Today as one of the cars that made the most significant impact in the American market from 1975 to 2000. Very recently, Motor Trend awarded the 2007 Camry as Car of the Year—a distinction that only attests to the enduring quality of this car which, as Motor Trend says, “…Toyota’s rivals wish they could build.”

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