Toyota Kirloskar Motor launched the 2017 Toyota Corolla Altis at Rs 15,87,500 ex-showroom, Delhi. Available in both petrol and diesel, and variant wise prices are listed below, all prices ex-Delhi.
| Trim | Petrol | Diesel |
| G MT | Rs 15,87,500 | – |
| G CVT | Rs 17,52,500 | – |
| GL MT | Rs 18,30,500 | – |
| VL CVT | Rs 19,91,500 | – |
| DG MT | – | Rs 17,36,000 |
| DGL MT | – | Rs 19,05,000 |
There are no changes in the engine options, for petrol, there is a 1.8 litre 4-cylinder Dual VVT-i engine, producing 140 PS (138 hp) @ 6,400 rpm and 173 Nm of torque @ 4,000 rpm, available with 6-Speed manual or a CVT. On the diesel side, there is a 1.4 litre 4-cylinder turbocharged unit, with an output of 88 PS (87 hp) @ 3,800 rpm and 205 Nm of torque @ 1,800 rpm – 2,800 rpm, paired to a 6-Speed manual. The CVT model comes with Sport mode and paddle shifters.
Talking about the equipment, there are Bi-beam LED headlamps with LED DRLs, LED tail lamps and 16-inch alloy wheels on the outside. Interiors pack a push button start, 7 inch touchscreen infotainment with navigation, voice, gesture control and MirrorLink, 10-way power driver seat, auto AC, cruise control, reclining rear seats, and safety features such as reversing camera, 7 SRS airbags, ABS + EBD + BA, Hill start Assist control and Vehicle Stability Control.
The new Corolla Altis is available in a new color called Phantom Brown, along with the existing White Pearl Crystal Shine, Silver Mica Metallic, Champagne Mica Metallic, Grey Metallic, Super White & Celestial Black.
Commenting on the launch Akitoshi Takemura, Sr. Vice President, Toyota Kirloskar Motor said, “We are delighted to be presenting the New Corolla Altis which has been developed keeping in mind, aspirations of a premium sedan customer. The Corolla Altis is one such true global Toyota model which is manufactured in 16 Toyota plants worldwide and owned and appreciated by customers in some of the best cities like Tokyo, Sydney, Shanghai, Moscow, San Francisco and Rio de Janeiro. The Altis embodies a prestigious and luxurious real sedanin India and is preferred by an elite set of customers. The new Corolla Altis offers the best in design and comfort making it a compelling combination of the brand’s passionate design, exquisite interiors and host of safety and convenience features. We are certain that the new Corolla Altis will further add to customer delight and our customers will continue to appreciate the new product as it has been appreciated by more than 44 million happy customers worldwide”.
Also speaking on the occasion, N. Raja, Director & Sr. Vice President, Toyota Kirloskar Motor said, “The Corolla Altis is a globally acclaimed bestseller sedan for Toyota. Not just across the world, but also in India the Corolla Altis has constantly been a leader in its class. A true sedan in the C segment in India, the Altis has captivated its customers and the market alike with its features like prestigious styling, luxurious and spacious interiors and a dynamic performance. Over the years the Corolla Altis has emerged as one of our strongest products in the country enabling us to strengthen our position in the premium C sedan segment with an average of over 40% segment share. We are confident that the new Corolla Altis will be successful in maintaining its unshakeable presence in the segment and also reiterate Toyota’s safety leadership positioning in India”, concluded Raja.
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