Toyota Corolla Altis 2020: Compact Sedan contender for car of the year
- Available with both tradition and the future in mind with the 1.6 DOHC and hybrid engine
- Packed to the brim with safety features, even for the entry level
- Unparalleled Fuel Economy at this segment.
- Priced to undercut all its rivals
Toyota Corolla Altis 2020: Bringing sexy back
Toyota Corolla Altis 2020 was introduced with driving enjoyment in mind. They have vowed to no longer make “boring” cars as this has been the perception of the brand the past few decades. Toyota was listening and boy did they heed the call.
For one thing the styling of the Toyota Corolla Altis shies away from the dull and mundane. It still holds the same 3 box design but the design but its lines are more purposeful, each body panel more athletic and dare I say sexy? Toyota is back.
Toyota Corolla Altis 2020 brings sexy back
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Toyota Corolla Altis 2020: More than the sum of its parts
The Toyota Corolla Altis has 2 flavors; Green and Sleeper. The Green flavor comes with a 1.8 liter Atkinson Cycle engine paired with an electric motor and makes 134 hp and 207 Nm of pull. These power figures can give you ample acceleration but more importantly unmatched fuel economy.
According to tests, driving the Corolla Altis Hybrid in grid-lock EDSA traffic will give you more or less 12 km/l, that number is mind-blowing. For a compact sedan with that much weight and power, it is unprecedented.
Toyota Corolla Altis 2020 has to be driven to be experienced
You also have the classic 1.6 liter DOHC petrol variant which I believe is powers one of the most slept on sedans ever. We rarely get a good 1.6 liter compact car anymore and Toyota reminds you that yes, it still exists and yes you can still have fun while driving.
The power rating wont knock your socks off but the point of driving a 1.6 Compact Sedan is enjoying the experience. The Toyota Corolla Altis, no matter what you choose or how you add it up, never really does add up. It seems to be so much more.
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Toyota Corolla Altis 2020: Unmatched resale value
Toyotas seem to be immune or at least less susceptible to depreciation and the effects of inflation. Every patriarch will tell you that Toyotas are bulletproof and tough.
I wouldn’t go that far, though I still think that if all cars are treated with tender loving care they will outlive even the owner itself, but it is this perception that matters. The fact that everyone and their dad perceives Toyotas to be such gives them their great resale value.
Everyone and their dad will tell you that Toyotas are bulletproof
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There are so many things about the Toyota Corolla Altis that in my opinion, warrants the award of car of the year. The fact that it gets us talking this way about a compact and undercuts its rivals in price, kit and technology, makes me want to get out and break my bank account and drive one home.
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Know more about Toyota Corolla Altis 2024
The Toyota Corolla Altis is Toyota Motor Philippines’s entry into the compact sedan segment. Currently, this model has four available variants. There's the Corolla Altis E 1.6 CVT, the Corolla Altis G 1.6 CVT, the Corolla Altis V G-RS 1.6 CVT, and the Corolla Altis V 1.8 Hybrid CVT. These come with a price ranging from Php 1,135,000 to Php 1,745,000.
There are two engine options for the Corolla Altis. For the mid-spec G and entry-level E, they use a 1.6-liter inline-4 gasoline engine that makes up to 121 horsepower and 153 Nm of torque. The top-spec V trim meanwhile, gets a 1.8-liter hybrid engine that can deliver 121 horsepower and 207 Nm of torque.
For transmissions, all of this model’s variants use a continuously variable transmission.
Size-wise, the Toyota Corolla Altis comes with a length of 4,630mm, a width of 1,780mm, and a height of 1,455mm. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,700mm and a ground clearance of 175mm.
Toyota Corolla Altis 2025
In the local market, the Toyota Corolla Altis mainly competes against the likes of the Honda Civic, Mazda3, and MG 6, among others.
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Toyota Corolla Altis Launch
On September 9, 2019, the Toyota Corolla Altis was launched. That same event marked the first time this nameplate got a hybrid version in the Philippines.
Car buyers can still choose a gasoline type of the E, G, and V variants, but the top-range trim level will no longer have the 2.0-liter unit that the previous generation Corolla Altis used to offer. Instead, the top-spec is equipped with a 1.8-liter hybrid motor, and 1.6-liter gasoline remains on non-hybrid models.
Toyota Corolla Altis Exterior
The redesigned Corolla Altis has sleek lines and an aggressive swept-back headlight. It is one of the most attractive redesigns ever made in this compact sedan.
Toyota Corolla Altis headlight
Toyota Corolla Altis taillight
The sharp headlights of the Toyota Corolla Altis are more focused and aggressive than its predecessors. This sedan also features a trendy large grille. The large opening in the bumper's bottom half occupies most of the front fascia.
Toyota Corolla Altis rear end
The exterior's side details feature the same shape as its previous iterations. It has a low-profile hood and a high trunk line. The redesigned sedan also features more distinct and intentional lines that differentiate the current generation from the previous ones.
Toyota Corolla Altis Interior
Inside the Corolla Altis Philippines are fabric or leather seats, depending on the variant. A mix of hard, glossy black-colored plastic surfaces, soft-touch material, and a touchscreen infotainment system are found in the rather high dashboard. The head unit is high-mounted and framed with a piano gloss border.
Toyota Corolla Altis dashboard
The cabin has an ergonomic layout and ample amount of space. There is also a decent headroom inside. The Toyota Corolla Altis also features a fine-sized steering wheel with a telescopic adjustment and a good leather feel. It also features a nice instrument cluster boasting a multi-information display and a low seating position.
Toyota Corolla Altis front seats
Toyota Corolla Altis Technology & Safety Feature
The radar cruise control system called the Toyota Safety Sense is the headlining feature of the Corolla Altis. This technology enables drivers to use the cruise control feature to almost an autonomous level. It allows a safe following speed and distance.
Toyota Safety Sense is the headlining feature of the Corolla Altis
In terms of infotainment, the base trims get the standard non-touchscreen unit while high trims have a touchscreen display head unit. It also supports USB, AUX, and Bluetooth connectivity. The infotainment system of top variants can output up to six speakers.
The driver and passenger airbags come as a standard in the Corolla Altis. It is also equipped with ABS, brake assists, child safety locks, VSC system, day and night rearview mirror, parking sensors, rear camera, crash sensor, front and side-impact beams, and door ajar warning.
Toyota Corolla Altis Platform & Chassis
The new-generation Toyota Corolla Altis Philipines is a five-seater sedan. It rides on the Toyota New Global Architecture or TNGA platform.
All models of the Toyota Corolla Altis feature a MacPherson strut for the front suspension and double-wishbone for the rear setup.
This sedan has a length of 4,630 mm, a height of 1,435 mm, a width of 1,780, and a wheelbase of 2,700 mm. The hybrid version is slightly taller by 20 mm with 1,455 mm.
The all-new Toyota Corolla Altis sets on 16- or 17-inch alloys. The larger wheels get a two-tone finish for additional visual appeal.
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Toyota Corolla Altis Engine & Drivetrain
Just like the previous iterations of the Toyota Corolla Altis, the current generation remains a front-wheel-drive and front-engined layout.
There are two powertrain options available for this compact sedan. The first one is the conventional 1.6-liter gasoline engine that generates 121 horsepower and torque of 153 Newton-meter.
The second option is the 1.8-liter hybrid unit that makes an output of 121 horsepower and torque of 207 Nm – with the help of the hybrid system. The electric motor is powered by a battery that is charged through regenerative braking. As of 2025, the Corolla Altis exclusively uses a CVT.
Toyota Corolla Altis 2025 Price List
| Variants | Price |
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| Toyota Corolla Altis 1.8 E CVT | ₱1,135,000 |
| Toyota Corolla Altis 1.8 G GR-S CVT | ₱1,302,000 |
| Toyota Corolla Altis 1.8 GR-S Hybrid CVT | ₱1,730,000 |
| Toyota Corolla Altis 1.8 GR-S Hybrid CVT (White Pearl) | ₱1,745,000 |
Toyota Corolla Altis Pros & Cons
Pros
- Hybrid power
- Quiet but elegant styling
- Roomy
- Competent safety kit
Cons
- Not that powerful
Toyota Corolla Altis Specifications
Powertrain
| Engine Size | 1.6-1.8 L |
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| No, Yes | |
| 145-154 Nm | |
| AT (CVT) | |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
Suspension & Brakes
| MacPherson Strut | |
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| Disc | |
| Electronic, Manual (Hand) |
Dimensions
| 4,630 mm | |
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| 1,780 mm | |
| 1,435 mm | |
| 175 mm |
Capacities
- of Seats: 5
Exterior
| Bi-Beam LED, Halogen Projector | |
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| 16-17 inches |
Interior
| Fabric, Leather | |
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| Electronic, Manual | |
| Automatic Climate Control, Manual |
Technology
| Push Button, Turnkey | |
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| Adaptive, None, Standard | |
| None, With | |
| Both, Other Apps | |
| None | |
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Toyota Corolla Altis FAQs
1. How much is the Toyota Altis 2025 in the Philippines?
The 2024 Toyota Corolla Altis costs between ₱1.135 million and ₱1.745 million in the Philippines.
2. What type of car is the Toyota Corolla Altis?
Type of Toyota Corolla Altis is a 5-seater sedan.
3. Is Corolla Altis comfortable?
Yes, it is. The driving position is fairly comfortable as well, and the Altis offers a spacious cabin with good visibility to the front, sides, and rear.
4. What are the colors available in Altis Philippines?
Toyota Corolla Altis colors are available in 6 colors in the following shades: White Pearl Mica, Celestite Gray Metallic, Attitude Black Mica, Silver Metallic, Super White II, and Red Mica Metallic.
₱ 1,054,000 - ₱ 1,665,000
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