Toyota Corolla E120
The dependable heart of the world's best-selling nameplate.
- Power
- 109 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 9.9 s
- Top speed
- 118 mph
About the Toyota Corolla E120
The E120-generation Toyota Corolla represented a significant leap in build quality and refinement for the world's most popular car, specifically targeting European tastes with its 'tall-but-compact' design. In T3 trim, the 2004 facelift introduced sportier styling cues including side skirts and front fog lamps to mimic the flagship T Sport. The 1.6-litre 3ZZ-FE engine features VVT-i technology, providing a linear power delivery and class-leading reliability. While not a performance car, its light controls and robust mechanicals have made it a staple of the used market for decades.
Toyota Corolla E120 specs
The Toyota Corolla E120 produces 109 bhp (81 kW) and 150 Nm (111 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 9.9 seconds and has a top speed of 118 mph (190 km/h).
| Make | Toyota |
|---|---|
| Model | Corolla |
| Generation | E120 |
| Trim | 1.6 VVT-i T3 |
| Years | 2001–2007 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | Japan |
| Engine | 1.6-litre 16v inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,598 cc (1.6 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 109 bhp (81 kW) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 150 Nm (111 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 9.9 s |
| Top speed | 118 mph (190 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,115 kg (2,458 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 98 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Toyota Corolla E120 rarity in CarSpot
The Toyota Corolla E120 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Toyota Corolla E120 fun facts
- The E120 Corolla was the first generation to be designed primarily at Toyota's ED2 design studio in France to better compete with the Volkswagen Golf.
- By the time the E120 generation ended production, the Corolla nameplate had surpassed 32 million total units sold worldwide.
- The T3 trim was specifically repositioned during the 2004 facelift to appeal to younger buyers by including carbon-fibre style interior inserts and a leather-trimmed steering wheel.
