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    2021 Toyota Corolla

    The 2021 Toyota Corolla is a small Car. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $29,990 for the GX variant and topping out at $39,990 for the ZR variant.

    There are 3 variants of the Corolla available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-2018.

    The 2021 Corolla was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.

    Engine options for the Toyota Corolla include 1.8L in-line 4-cylinder (104kW/171Nm), 1.8L in-line 4-cylinder hybrid (90kW/142Nm) and 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder (125kW/200Nm). Available with automatic continuously trans with manual mode or automatic continuously variable transmission transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

    Retail Price
    $29,990 - $39,990
    Transmission
    Auto (CVT)
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded
    Body Types
    Hatchback, Sedan, or Wagon
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion or HEV

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    Retail Price
    $29,990 - $39,990
    Transmission
    Auto (CVT)
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded
    Body Types
    Hatchback, Sedan, or Wagon
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion or HEV

    Expert Rating

    Good

    1 Reviews

    2021 Toyota Corolla

    Available Variants

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

    2021 Toyota Corolla

    Reviews

    CarExpert Rating
    Good
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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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    Power to Weight
    64.98 - 93.28 kW/t
    64.18 kW/t
    164.98 kW/t
    Boot Space
    208 - 470 litres
    208 litres
    602 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    3.5 - 6.8 L/100km
    3.5 L/100km
    9.5 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    735 - 1,229 km
    526 km
    1,229 km
    Price
    $29,990 - $39,990
    $29,990
    $39,990
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    6 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    100,000 km
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    1 - 8 years
    1 year
    8 years
    Service Interval
    12 months
    12 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    1,735 - 1,845 kg
    1,700 kg
    2,040 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    1,300 kg
    500 kg
    1,600 kg
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    130 - 140 mm
    101 mm
    163 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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    2021 Toyota Corolla

    Dimensions

    4,370 mm
    1,790 mm
    1,435 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,370 mm
    Overall Width1,790 mm
    Overall Height1,435 mm
    Wheelbase2,640 mm
    Turning Circle10,200 mm
    Load Capacity505 mm

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

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    2021 Toyota Corolla

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Toyota Corolla is the GX variant that starts from $29,990.

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    The most expensive Toyota Corolla is the ZR variant that starts from $39,990.

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    The best towing capacity of a Toyota Corolla is 1300 kg shared by all variants.

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    The largest Toyota Corolla is the SX variant which measures 1780mm wide, 4630mm in length and sits 1435mm tall.

    All variants of the Toyota Corolla have a maximum power of 125kW and 200nm 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 1845 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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