Toyota Corolla Hatchback 1983-1987
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good, you can pick them up for reasonable prices now.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Toyota parts can be pricey, but the0e are alot of after market products available cheaper.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Quite comfy for a hot hatch. Handles very well.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    A quick little hot hatch out performs toy cars like Saxos, Corsas, Novas and others in its class ecconomical too, if driven around 4000rpm.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Toyota. Need I say anymore? Excellent as expected.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    A bit bland and dated now, but still a smart car to be seen in.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I find it confortouble to drive, passengers complain the back gets a little cramped, but hey it's not a people carrier it's a hot hatch.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Standard Toyota alarm and an aftermarket immobiliser [Clifford] and I've still got it after two years.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Bentleys Warrington are very helpful do a good job. A little pricey.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    The head light bulbs are a pain to change. Really tricky to do.

    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