2008 Toyota Corolla Sketches (Sedan + Hatch)

[NFS4]

The Corolla is one of the the world's best selling cars but the current model is facing stiff competition especially from Honda and the Korean carmakers such as Hyundai and Kia.

Toyota introduced the current model in 2002 and it is still a big sales hit for the company. The next generation Corolla will take its styling cues from new Toyota models such as the Yaris and Avensis.

According to Toyota the reason for the delay is because the company wants to ensure a smooth roll-out of the new Camry.

But rumours have it that the real reason is because of the new Honda Civic, which proves to be a winner with car buyers.

In other words, Toyota wants to ensure that the next generation Corolla will be more than able to compete against the Civic. Build quality and driving dynamics are also receiving special attention.

The hatchback model, the current RunX, is to get a new name too, which will be used around the globe. Currently the RunX is just badged as a Corolla too in other markets.

http://www.wheels24.co.za/Wheels24/News/0,,1369-1372_1971435,00.html

**Updated 8/7** Interior pics

pict1613re0.jpg

 

[Darkstar757]

Look like the Mazda M3 to me.

 

[nakedfrog]

Wow, is that ever an ugly front end.

 

[NFS4]

Originally posted by: Darkstar757
Look like the Mazda M3 to me.

Uhh, it looks like a big Yaris:

http://www.edmunds.com/new/2007/toyota/yaris/100689154/photos.html
http://www.edmunds.com/new/2007/toyota/yaris/100689156/photos.html

 

[Ika]

Looks very Yaris-y, with some Jetta mixed in. Can't say I like it, but I didn't like the current Corolla and I've grown to like it.

 

[DingDingDao]

Definitely looks like an oversized Yaris. Should be a good economy car.

 

[BD2003]

I saw a pic of it in the latest motor trend...don't remember it looking like that.

 

[Mr.IncrediblyBored]

It looks very... surprised. Like the front of the car has a "shocked" look about it.

 

[Strk]

Let's hope Toyota doesn't make the interior similar to the Yaris. Center guages are so annoying.

 

[archcommus]

Well the current Corolla is really ugly so any change is welcome.

 

[ModeEngage]

Well, the current incarnation is pretty ugly, so this is a definite improvement I think.

 

[Ktulu]

Wow, is it just me or it Toyota fvcking up in the design department.

 

[FeuerFrei]

Hopefully those are pics of the New Zealand model where that website is based.

I don't consider that an improvement. The current Corolla definitely still looks good and has always been one of the better looking cars in its segment. Until the new Civic.

They usually come out with a new Corolla every 5 years.

'88-'92
'93-'97
'98-'02
'03-'08 (6 yrs)

 

[Mr.IncrediblyBored]

Originally posted by: FeuerFrei
Hopefully those are pics of the New Zealand model where that website is based.

I don't consider that an improvement. The current Corolla definitely still looks good and has always been one of the better looking cars in its segment. Until the new Civic.

They usually come out with a new Corolla every 5 years.

'88-'92
'93-'97
'98-'02
'03-'08 (6 yrs)

This current generation will actually be on the market for 6 years. A few weeks ago, Toyota postponed the introduction of the next-gen Corolla by a year.

 

[IHAVEAQUESTION]

Originally posted by: Ktulu
Wow, is it just me or it Toyota fvcking up in the design department.

It's just you.

 

[MasterAndCommander]

Is that the best they could come up with?
How about borrowing a few of the styling cues from Lexus instead

 

[Fenixgoon]

Originally posted by: archcommus
Well the current Corolla is really ugly so any change is welcome.

don't be so sure about that:laugh:

 

[Ktulu]

Originally posted by: IHAVEAQUESTION

Originally posted by: Ktulu
Wow, is it just me or it Toyota fvcking up in the design department.

It's just you.

judging by many of the comments here it's not just me.

 

[Czar]

looks good, hopefully my car someday

<- owns a 1996 corolla

 

[Ika]

Originally posted by: Czar
looks good, hopefully my car someday

<- owns a 1996 corolla

I'm in your boat. What model and color? Mine's a dark green DX. 80k miles and still pumpin!

 

[b0mbrman]

Originally posted by: Strk
Let's hope Toyota doesn't make the interior similar to the Yaris. Center guages are so annoying.

But your rear passengers need to know the oil temperatures

Looks...could be better. I, for one, really like how the current generation looks

 

[RallyMaster]

Originally posted by: DingDingDao
Definitely looks like an oversized Yaris. Should be a good economy car.

 

[iversonyin]

Put RWD on this and they going to sell like hot cakes.

 

[Randum]

Audi look a like?
http://www.hella-press.com/picts/p0000111.jpg

 

[NFS4]

Originally posted by: Randum
Audi look a like?
http://www.hella-press.com/picts/p0000111.jpg

Toyota did it before Audi started its new grill craze