Toyota has given the Corolla Altis a makeover. And the sedan really needed one. Ever since the new Hyundai Elantra came out, the Corolla has been losing customers to its rival. This facelift is the first major update the current generation Altis has received since its launch in India. In this post, we have compared the old model with the new 2017 Toyota Corolla Altis facelift to find out all that that has changed. Read our Toyota Corolla Altis Old vs New for to know more.
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Toyota Corolla Altis Old vs New Model Price Comparison
| New Model Ex-showroom Delhi Price | Old Model Ex-showroom Delhi Price | ||
| Petrol | |||
| J+ | Rs. 13.79 lakh | ||
| G | Rs. 15.88 Lakh | G | Rs. 15.32 lakh |
| G AT | Rs. 17.53 lakh | G AT | Rs. 16.62 lakh |
| GL | Rs. 18.31 lakh | GL | Rs. 17.28 lakh |
| VL AT | Rs. 19.92 lakh | VL AT | Rs. 18.67 lakh |
| New Model Ex-showroom Delhi Price | Old Model Ex-showroom Delhi Price | ||
| Diesel | |||
| J | Rs. 14.82 lakh | ||
| J+ | Rs. 15.02 lakh | ||
| DG | Rs. 17.36 lakh | G | Rs. 16.43 lakh |
| DGL | Rs. 19.05 lakh | GL | Rs. 17.58 lakh |
Contrary to our expectations, prices of the Toyota Corolla Altis have gone up significantly with the launch of the facelift. The base J trim is no longer on offer. While the G petrol variant of the sedan is pricier by around Rs. 50,000, the rest of the variants now cost a lakh or so more. Top end diesel trim now costs almost 1.5 lakhs more, but it does come with a longer list of features.
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Toyota Corolla Altis Old vs New Model- Exterior Comparison
Designers have made major modifications to the nose of the car. The facelift features sleeker headlamps and a wider air dam that stretches all the way to the fog lamp housings. These new headlamps are full LED units. A narrower grille on the facelift means the usage of chrome has also gone down. When viewed from the side, there is not much that sets the old and new models apart. There are new alloy wheels on offer.
Towards the rear, the changes are less prominent. In fact, the only noticeable changes include reprofiled tail lights and a thinner chrome garnish above the number plate. Like the current model, the new Corolla’s tail lamps also feature LED detailing.
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Toyota Corolla Altis Old vs New Model- Interior Comparison
Basic dashboard design has been carried over. However, there are a few changes. The centre console and the auto aircon controls have been redesigned. Also, the side AC vents are now circular. The materials used along with the upholstery have also been updated. No changes have been made to the steering wheel or instrument console. The Corolla continues with reclining rear seats and 470 litres of boot space.
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Toyota Corolla Altis Old vs New Model- Specifications
| New Toyota Corolla Altis Petrol Specifications | |
| Engine | 1.8 L Petrol |
| Max. Power | 138 BHP |
| Peak Torque | 173 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Manual or CVT |
| Kerb Weight | 1200-1270 kg |
| Fuel Mileage | 16.7 KMPL |
The engine and transmission options on offer remain the same. The 2017 Corolla continues to draw power from a 1.8 L Petrol and a 1.4 L diesel. At just 87 bhp, the Altis’ diesel engine is terribly underpowered. Also, it is not available with an automatic transmission option.
| New Toyota Corolla Altis Diesel Specifications | |
| Engine | 1.4 L Diesel |
| Max. Power | 87 bhp |
| Peak Torque | 205 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Manual |
| Kerb Weight | 1230-1270 kg |
| Fuel Mileage | 21.3 KMPL |
Toyota Corolla Altis Old vs New Model- Mileage Comparison
| New Model (estimated) | Old Model (ARAI Certified) | |
| Ford EcoSport Petrol Mileage |
16.7 KMPL |
16.7 KMPL |
| Ford EcoSport Diesel Mileage | 21.3 KMPL | 21.3 KMPL |
There are no changes in the claimed ARAI fuel efficiency figures since the engine options remain the same.
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Toyota Corolla Altis Old vs New Model- Dimensions
| New Toyota Corolla Altis | Old Toyota Corolla Altis | |
| Length | 4620 mm | 4620 mm |
| Width | 1775 mm | 1775 mm |
| Height | 1475 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
The new model is exactly the same as the older model in terms of dimensions.
Toyota Corolla Altis Old vs New Model Comparison Verdict
The launch of the 2017 Toyota Corolla Altis facelift helps liven things up a little. While the changes are purely cosmetic, the updates help mask the car’s age. However, will it help Toyota regain the market share it has lost to the new Hyundai Elantra and Skoda Octavia? Only time will tell. Plus, the prices have gone up significantly making it even more expensive in comparison to its rivals.
- Design – The new model looks much more modern. There are updates to the interiors as well.
- Features – There are additions to the features list in the form of LED headlamps, 7 airbags and more.
- Specifications – The 1.8 L petrol and 1.4 L diesel motors have been carried over unchanged.
- Price – Prices of the Toyota Corolla Altis have gone up by a significant margin.
2017 Toyota Corolla Altis Facelift Images
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