Toyota Corolla Hatchback 1983-1987
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    For the money you pay, I defy anyone to find a car with as many electrics as these.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    12 years old now so cheap to buy, however parts ain't so cheap, but it's a Toyota so they last for ages...

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I find it comfy, even on a long haul... back is tad cramped, but I'm a driver and I don't care. Handles pretty well, too.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    For an old motor, it can still shift (above 4000rpm). Surprised to blow away a VTR just other day... done me proud this car has...

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Had it 2 years and need a new front on exhaust... Not once has it failed to start.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Sadly a dated look now, even when it's been dolled up, but even we will look dated sooner or later...

    Comfort

    1 out of 5 1.0

    The wife loves it... must say something about it eh!!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Toyota's own security... Don't know if it's any good, but mine's still here...

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Starting to sound a bit tappy after 95,000 miles, but still goes well enough.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes