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    2012 Toyota Corolla

    The 2012 Toyota Corolla is a small Car. When it was new, prices in New Zealand started around $30,490.

    There is 1 variant of the Corolla available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-2007.

    The 2012 Corolla was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.

    The Toyota Corolla is only available with a petrol engine that produces 80kW and 138Nm of torque. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

    Retail Price
    $30,490 - $32,490†
    Transmission
    5-speed manual or Auto (CVT)
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded
    Body Types
    Wagon
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    Retail Price
    $30,490 - $32,490†
    Transmission
    5-speed manual or Auto (CVT)
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded
    Body Types
    Wagon
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    2012 Toyota Corolla

    Available Variants

    The Toyota Corolla comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being GX and the most expensive being GX.

    GX

    Price from $30,490†

    2012 Toyota Corolla

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    Pros

    • Frugal hybrid powertrain
    • Still a great looker
    • Chuckable platform

    Cons

    • Tiny boot
    • Cramped second row
    • GX feels very 'base model'
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    How does the 2012 Toyota Corolla compare?

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    Power to Weight
    70.48 - 72.4 kW/t
    63.57 kW/t
    149.83 kW/t
    Boot Space
    407 litres
    200 litres
    476 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    5.1 - 5.7 L/100km
    3.9 L/100km
    10.6 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    737 - 824 km
    566 km
    1,429 km
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    100,000 km
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    1 - 8 years
    1 year
    8 years

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    1,525 kg
    1,525 kg
    2,115 kg
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    155 mm
    118 mm
    155 mm
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    GX

    2025

    $37,490

    SX

    2025

    $39,990

    ZR

    2025

    $43,990

    GR

    2025

    $65,990

    Year
    2025
    Engine Type
    1.8L HEV
    1.6L Combustion
    Fuel
    Unleaded
    Premium Unleaded
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Manual
    Body Type
    Hatchback
    Wagon
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    Front
    4x4
    Maximum Power
    103 kW
    90 kW
    221 kW

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    2012 Toyota Corolla

    Dimensions

    4,360 mm
    1,695 mm
    1,465 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,360 mm
    Overall Width1,695 mm
    Overall Height1,465 mm
    Wheelbase2,600 mm
    Turning Circle9,800 mm
    Load Capacity420 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

    Looking for complete Toyota Corolla size & space specs?

    Our Toyota Corolla Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.

    2012 Toyota Corolla

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Toyota Corolla is the GX variant that starts from $30,490.

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    The most expensive Toyota Corolla is the GX variant that starts from $32,490.

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    The largest Toyota Corolla is the GX variant which measures 1695mm wide, 4360mm in length and sits 1465mm tall.

    The most powerful Toyota Corolla is the GX variant which has 80kW of power and 138nm of torque.

    The Toyota Corolla is built in Japan and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest Toyota Corolla is the GX variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 1525 kg.

    The Toyota Corolla uses Unleaded Petrol.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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