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Toyota Corolla (Generations 1-12)
#46 • Japan • 1966 - Present • Everyday Best-Seller

Toyota Corolla (Generations 1-12)

The Best-Selling Automobile on Planet Earth

The Toyota Corolla (Generations 1-12) is globally revered as a definitive milestone in automotive history. Featuring a 1.1L to 2.0L Hybrid / Inline-4 delivering 60 - 169 HP, it achieved an illustrious legacy of the best-selling automobile on planet earth.

Technical Specifications

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Key Highlights

  • Over 50 million units sold worldwide across 12 generations
  • Sold in more than 150 countries as the ultimate reliable everyday driver
  • One Corolla sold every 15 seconds around the globe

Development History & Cultural Legacy

The development of the Toyota Corolla (Generations 1-12) (1966 - Present) represents a watershed moment for Toyota and the automotive industry. Engineered in Japan during the 1960s-1970s, this machine pushed the boundaries of speed, styling, and engineering. Its 1.1L to 2.0L Hybrid / Inline-4 paired with a Manual / CVT / Hybrid e-CVT allowed it to reach 180 - 200 km/h with breathtaking acceleration (8.2s 0-100 km/h). Over the decades, it won countless accolades, inspired generations of drivers, and permanently cemented its reputation as a world-renowned icon.

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