Verdict
Both sedans retain the 1,798 cc 137 hp/172 Nm petrol four, seven-speed Sequential Shiftmatic CVT, 2,700 mm wheelbase and 470-litre boot, so the facelift does not buy extra pace or space. Its RM15,912 premium buys 17-inch wheels, bi-LED projectors, dual-zone climate control, a 9.0-inch CarPlay/Android Auto screen and adaptive cruise control with steering assist and stop-and-go. For a Malaysian buyer, those are meaningful daily-use gains; choose the older Corolla if the saving matters more than driver assistance and cabin tech.
Pick the Toyota Corolla E210 if you want the same 137 hp, 172 Nm drivetrain and 470-litre boot for less money.
Pick the Toyota Corolla E210 Facelift if adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera and newer infotainment matter more than the RM15,912 saving.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Corolla E210 RM128,888; Toyota Corolla E210 Facelift RM144,800.
- Wheels and tyres: Toyota Corolla E210 16-inch alloys with 205/55R16 tyres; Toyota Corolla E210 Facelift 17-inch alloys with 225/45R17 tyres.
- Headlamps: Toyota Corolla E210 halogen projectors; Toyota Corolla E210 Facelift bi-LED projectors with Auto High Beam.
- Climate control: Toyota Corolla E210 single-zone automatic; Toyota Corolla E210 Facelift dual-zone automatic.
- Infotainment: Toyota Corolla E210 6.8-inch touchscreen with screen mirroring, HDMI and AUX; Toyota Corolla E210 Facelift 9.
- Cruise control: Toyota Corolla E210 passive cruise control; Toyota Corolla E210 Facelift adaptive cruise control with steering assist and stop-and-go.
E210
- Lower purchase price with the same 1,798 cc, 137 hp and 172 Nm drivetrain.
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System is listed.
- Same 2,700 mm wheelbase and 470-litre boot as the facelift.
- Halogen projectors replace the facelift's bi-LED projectors with Auto High Beam.
- Passive cruise control lacks the facelift's adaptive system with steering assist and stop-and-go.
- 6.8-inch infotainment lacks the facelift's 9.0-inch screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
E210 Facelift
- Adaptive cruise control includes steering assist and stop-and-go.
- 9.0-inch touchscreen includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Bi-LED projectors with Auto High Beam replace halogen projectors.
- Costs RM15,912 more despite identical 137 hp and 172 Nm outputs.
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System is not listed, unlike on the Toyota Corolla E210.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM128,888✓ | RM144,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM279 | RM279 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,798 cc | 1,798 cc |
| Horsepower | 137 hp at 6,400 rpm | 137 hp at 6,400 rpm |
| Torque | 172 Nm at 4,000 rpm | 172 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 80.5 mm × 88.3 mm | 80.5 mm × 88.3 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7 Speed Sequential Shiftmatic CVT | 7 Speed Sequential Shiftmatic CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,630 mm | 4,630 mm |
| Width | 1,780 mm | 1,780 mm |
| Height | 1,435 mm | 1,435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,365 kg | 1,365 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 470 litres | 470 litres |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R16 | 225/45R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R16 | 225/45R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Alloy | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 050 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 6.8" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Screen Mirroring, Bluetooth, USB, HDMI, AUX and 6 Speakers | 9.0" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | 4.2" TFT-LCD Multi-info Display | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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E210 vs E210 Facelift FAQ
Is the Toyota Corolla E210 or Toyota Corolla E210 Facelift better?
The Toyota Corolla E210 Facelift is better equipped, adding adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera, dual-zone climate control and a 9.0-inch CarPlay/Android Auto screen. The Toyota Corolla E210 remains the better-cost choice because its engine, transmission, dimensions and boot are unchanged.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Corolla E210 Facelift costs RM15,912 more: RM144,800 versus RM128,888 for the Toyota Corolla E210.
Does the Toyota Corolla E210 Facelift have more power?
No. Both use a 1,798 cc naturally aspirated petrol inline-four producing 137 hp at 6,400 rpm and 172 Nm at 4,000 rpm, driving the front wheels through a seven-speed Sequential Shiftmatic CVT.
