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    2016 Toyota Corolla

    The 2016 Toyota Corolla is a small Car. When it was new, prices in New Zealand started around $38,490.

    There is 1 variant of the Corolla available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-2016.

    The 2016 Corolla was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.

    The Toyota Corolla is only available with a hybrid motor that produces 100kW. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

    Retail Price
    $38,490†
    Transmission
    Auto (CVT)
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded
    Body Types
    Hatchback
    Powertrain Type
    HEV

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    Retail Price
    $38,490†
    Transmission
    Auto (CVT)
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded
    Body Types
    Hatchback
    Powertrain Type
    HEV

    Expert Rating

    Good

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    Toyota Corolla

    2016 Toyota Corolla

    Available Variants

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

    Base

    Price from $38,490†

    2016 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 2016 Toyota Corolla compare?

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    Power to Weight
    73.26 kW/t
    65.45 kW/t
    97.54 kW/t
    Boot Space
    280 litres
    280 litres
    528 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    4.1 L/100km
    3.4 L/100km
    8.1 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    1,098 km
    642 km
    1,364 km
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    100,000 km
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    1 - 8 years
    1 year
    8 years
    Service Interval
    6 months
    6 months
    12 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    1,805 kg
    1,715 kg
    1,920 kg
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    140 mm
    123 mm
    150 mm
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    Explore Variants

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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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    2016 Toyota Corolla

    Dimensions

    4,330 mm
    1,760 mm
    1,475 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,330 mm
    Overall Width1,760 mm
    Overall Height1,475 mm
    Wheelbase2,600 mm
    Turning Circle10,400 mm
    Load Capacity440 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.

    2016 Toyota Corolla

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Toyota Corolla is the base variant that starts from $38,490.

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    The most expensive Toyota Corolla is the base variant that starts from $38,490.

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    The largest Toyota Corolla is the base variant which measures 1760mm wide, 4330mm in length and sits 1475mm tall.

    The most powerful Toyota Corolla is the base variant which has 100kW of power.

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

    The heaviest Toyota Corolla is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 1805 kg.

    The Toyota Corolla uses Premium 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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