Toyota Corolla Altis Nürburging pack is real

Updated Feb 24, 2022 | Same topic: Automotive Industry Updates

Toyota pulled an April Fool’s joke in October.

Toyota Thailand launches a sporty package for the Corolla Altis called the Nürburging pack. As the name suggests, the Nürburging pack consists of race-inspired enhancements including body kits from the front to the back that solidifies the overall look of the Japanese compact sedan, creating that track-ready appearance.

Toyota Corolla Altis Nürburging package front view

Toyota Corolla Altis Nürburging package

Perhaps the reason for the launching of the Nürburging package is to pay homage to Toyota Gazoo Racing (GR) Thailand’s back-to-back victory at the 24 Hours of Nürburging endurance race (Super Production 3 Class). The reworked Toyota Corolla Altis won at the said competition in 2020 and 2021.

The race-inspired package comes with a blacked-out splitter, air scoops near the Toyota logo, front skirts, side skirts, rear skirts, and spoiler. All the said additions create an aerodynamic finish to the Corolla Altis. Nürburgring badges are embedded on the sides to showcase to everyone that it is the special edition version.

Nürburgring badge on Toyota Corolla Altis

Nürburgring badge

Looking at the body kits, one can say that the package only offers subtle design improvements. It doesn’t come with a massive spoiler or wider body kits seen on the actual Corolla Altis race car. Also, unlike the air scoops on the race car version, the Nürburging package provides fake ones for cosmetics.

Regardless, the Nürburging package is a good offering from Toyota Thailand considering that it is free through a promotion. Improvements on the performance are also featured in the package including a set of coil springs and an electronic accelerator control box for sharper throttle response.

Toyota Corolla Altis Nürburgring package rear view

A more distinctive look

Under the hood, there are two powertrain options for the Thai-spec Corolla Altis. The first is a 1.8-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine that makes 138 hp and 177 Nm of torque. Meanwhile, the other option also uses a 1.8-liter mill but is paired with an electric motor.

As said earlier, the Nürburging package can be availed of in the Thai market for free through an ongoing promotion. Without the promotion, the package costs THB 42,000 (or around Php 64,000).

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Know more about Toyota Corolla Altis 2024

Toyota Corolla Altis

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 1,054,000 to Php 1,665,000.

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 exterior

Toyota Corolla Altis 2024

In the local market, the Toyota Corolla Altis mainly competes against the likes of the Honda Civic, Mazda3, and MG 6, among others. 

>>> New and used Toyota Corolla Altis 2024 for sale in the Philippines

 

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.

The Toyota Corolla Altis is sleek and very high-tech

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 headlight

toyota corolla altis taillight

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

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 interior

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 interior

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 corolla altis camera

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.

toyota corolla altis power button

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 ev mode

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.

  

 

 

 

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 2024, the Corolla Altis exclusively uses a CVT.

Toyota Corolla Altis 2024 Price List

The price of the Toyota Corolla Altis in the Philippines starts at ₱1,054,000 for the entry-level 1.6 E CVT, while the top-of-the-line Toyota Corolla Altis GR-S HEV 1.8 CVT is priced at ₱1,665,000. For more details, please refer to our 2024 Toyota Corolla Altis price list as follows:

Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6 E CVT

₱1,054,000

Toyota Corolla Altis G 1.6 AT

₱1,130,000

Toyota Corolla Altis V G-RS 1.6 CVT

₱1,302,000

Toyota Corolla Altis GR-S HEV 1.8 CVT

₱1,665,000

Toyota Corolla Altis Pros & Cons

icon like Things we like in Corolla Altis

  • Hybrid power  
  • Quiet but elegant styling 
  • Roomy 
  • Competent safety kit 

icon dislikeThings we don't like in Corolla Altis

  • Not that powerful 

Toyota Corolla Altis Specifications

Powertrain

Engine Size  1.6-1.8 L 
No, Yes
145-154 Nm
AT (CVT)
Drivetrain FWD

Suspension & Brakes

  MacPherson Strut
Disc
Electronic, Manual (Hand)

Dimensions

4,630 mm
1,780 mm
1,435 mm
175 mm

Capacities

  • of Seats: 5

​​​​​​​Exterior

Bi-Beam LED, Halogen Projector
16-17 inches

Interior

Fabric, Leather
Electronic, Manual
Automatic Climate Control, Manual

Technology

Push Button, Turnkey
Adaptive, None, Standard
None, With
Both, Other Apps
None
With
With
None, With
None
None, With
None, With
None, With

Safety & Security

With
With
With
None, With
With
With

​​​​​​​Toyota Corolla Altis FAQs

1. How much is the Toyota Altis 2024 in the Philippines?

The 2024 Toyota Corolla Altis costs between ₱1.135 million and ₱1.73 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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