Verdict
The Toyota Corolla E210 Facelift costs RM27,439 more, but it is the materially better-equipped Corolla for a Malaysian buyer: adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, a 360-degree camera, dual-zone climate control and a 9.0-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto all arrive with it. Mechanical output is effectively unchanged at 137 hp, while the E210 is 80 kg heavier and gives away five litres of tank capacity. The E170 facelift remains the sensible lower-cost route, with the same 470-litre boot, 2,700-mm wheelbase and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
Pick the Toyota Corolla E170 facelift if RM117,361 pricing, a 55-litre tank and a lighter 1,285-kg kerb weight matter more than newer driver assistance and infotainment.
Pick the Toyota Corolla E210 Facelift if you want adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera, rear air vents and a double-wishbone rear suspension.
Key differences
- Price: RM117,361 versus RM144,800, a RM27,439 gap.
- Kerb weight: 1,285 kg versus 1,365 kg.
- Wheels and tyres: 16-inch alloys with 205/55R16 tyres versus 17-inch alloys with 225/45R17 tyres.
- Rear suspension: torsion beam versus double wishbone.
- Fuel tank: 55 litres versus 50 litres.
- Infotainment: CD/MP3 Bluetooth audio versus 9.0-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
E170 facelift
- RM27,439 less expensive.
- 80 kg lighter at 1,285 kg.
- 55-litre fuel tank, five litres larger.
- No adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera or auto wipers.
- Halogen reflector headlamps instead of Bi-LED projectors with auto high beam.
- Torsion-beam rear suspension and 16-inch wheels rather than double wishbones and 17-inch wheels.
E210 Facelift
- Adaptive cruise control with steering assist and stop-and-go.
- 9.0-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Double-wishbone rear suspension, 17-inch wheels and 360-degree camera.
- RM27,439 more expensive.
- 80 kg heavier at 1,365 kg.
- 50-litre fuel tank is five litres smaller.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM117,361✓ | 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 variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,798 cc | 1,798 cc |
| Horsepower | 137 hp | 137 hp |
| Torque | 173 Nm✓ | 172 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | CVT with 7 Speed Sports Sequential Shift | 7 Speed Sequential Shiftmatic CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,620 mm | 4,630 mm |
| Width | 1,776 mm | 1,780 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,285 kg | 1,365 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 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 | Yokohama dB Decibel E70 | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 050 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | 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 — With 7 airbags and stability control | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control | 5 stars |
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | 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 | Manual Adjustable | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Manual recline, 60:40 Split-Folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth and 6 Speakers | 9.0" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 | — | 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, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| 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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E170 facelift vs E210 Facelift FAQ
Is the Toyota Corolla E170 facelift 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 smartphone integration. The E170 facelift makes more sense if the RM27,439 saving matters most, as both have 137 hp and a 470-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Corolla E210 Facelift costs RM144,800, against RM117,361 for the Toyota Corolla E170 facelift. That is a RM27,439 difference.
Which Corolla has the better suspension and tyres?
The Toyota Corolla E210 Facelift uses double-wishbone rear suspension and 225/45R17 tyres on 17-inch alloys. The E170 facelift has a torsion-beam rear suspension and 205/55R16 tyres on 16-inch alloys.
