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There was a time not that long ago when the Toyota Corolla was a byword for humdrum transport. Durable and dependable, it was also dynamically flat and devoid of charm. However, that’s all changed with the current 12th generation version, which features all the nameplate’s' traditional strengths, but mixes in some style and a big dollop of driver appeal. Go for the Touring Sports and you get a healthy injection of practicality too.
Thanks to the brand’s TNGA , the Corolla is blessed with a fine ride and handling balance that makes it a genuine pleasure to steer down your favourite road as well as affording it genuine comfort and refinement. Even the petrol-electric hybrid powertrain is strong, serving up eager acceleration and fine economy without the soaring revs that normally come with CVT gearbox.
The interior isn’t quite up to premium standards and the infotainment is fairly lackluster, but there’s decent space and it’s robustly built. Likewise, the boot lacks some of the clever features of rivals, but at 598-litres it’s roomy and benefits from a low loading lip and a decent shape. So there you have it, a Corolla with space, style, substance and sparkle.
Plenty of effort has been lavished on the suspension in order to cater for European tastes, and overall the hard work has paid off. Not only is it firmer and more controlled than its saloon sibling, the G70 steers accurately and feels balanced and biddable when pushing on. If there’s a fly in the ointment it’s the engines.
What’s clear from the outside is that comfort is the order of the day with the Citroen, even if it’s not quite as accomplished in this area as some of its double-chevron ancestors. The soft suspension can get unsettled but otherwise it delivers a supple and easy-going gait, while the squidgy seats are surprisingly supportive.
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