TOYOTA INTRODUCES ALL-NEW COROLLA VAN AND WAGON

The new models follow the same basic design as the Corolla Sedan introduced in May, with the greatest emphasis on improved performance, upgraded loading capacity, operating economy and ride comfort. New high-performance multivalve engines with outstanding fuel economy and completely revamped interiors and exteriors are incorporated in the remodeled series. The luggage compartment in both models is 65mm wider and 60mm longer for increased carrying capacity, and the rear deck height is lowered 10mm for easier loading and unloading.

To the Corolla Wagon line, Toyota has added the new sporty G-Touring model, expanding the variety of grades available in this series to satisfy a wider range of customer tastes.

The main features of the new Corolla Van and Wagon lines include

1. A New Look
   A richly rounded front-end design, a rotund roofline, and flowing body-flush windows all around blend to provide an aerodynamic look. Modified dimensions give the new models a larger, wide and low silhouette.
2. New Engines
   The power plant in the Van and Wagon 1.3 liter series was changed from the previous 4K type engine to the new 2E type 12-Valve engine. In the 1.5 liter-series Van, the 5K type was replaced with the new 3E type 12-Valve engine. The newly added G-Touring Wagon has the very efficient new twin-cam 5A type 16-Valve engine. All of the new engines give quick response and high performance while providing better fuel economy.
3. Luxury Inside and Out
   The models have semi-concealed front windshield wipers, large polypropylene bumpers and a fully appointed center console box―all as standard equipment.
   Front seat cushions use a highly elastic padding for enhanced rider comfort. Pitch ratios for reclining the front backrest and moving the front seat assembly are smaller for finer adjustment.
4. Improved Loading Capacity
   The loading capacity is greatly increased, with a 65mm wider luggage compartment and 110mm more room between the rear wheel houses, as compared with the previous models.
   The use of a 4-link hinged rear seat cushion (see the illustration) has helped enlarge the luggage compartment while maintaining passenger space. With the rear seat in its normal down position, the luggage compartment is lengthened by 10mm, and in the folded position, by 60mm.
   Loading and unloading operations are made easier by the 10mm lower deck height of the luggage compartment and the wide opening area of the back door.