The 2014 Toyota Corolla Altis will be available in three variants – a 1.8E that’s priced at RM115k, a 2.0G priced at RM125k and a top-of-the-line 2.0V RM137k

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All engines are Dual VVT-i units, so it looks like we won’t be getting the US-market’s Valvematic engine. The 1.8 litre 2ZR-FE does 139 PS at 6,400 rpm and 173 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm, while the 2.0G and 2.0V use the 3ZR-FE, producing 145 PS at 6,200 rpm and 187 Nm of torque at 3,600 rpm. Both engines are mated to a seven-speed CVT gearbox with sports sequential shift, but only the 2.0V model gets paddle shifters. Both engines use an EPS steering system.

The specs of the 2.0 engine’s gearbox looks similar to the outgoing Corolla Altis. Curiously, the 1.8 litre model’s gearbox seems more advanced than the 2.0’s gearbox – it has a variable ratio for the reverse gear as well – 2.604 to 1.680 – whereas the 2.0 model has a fixed reverse gear of 1.668.

As for forward ratios, the 1.8 litre model’s gearbox has gear ratios of 2.480 to 0.396 with a 5.356 final drive, while the 2.0 litre engine’s gearbox specs are 2.396 to 0.428 with a 5.182 final drive.

The 1.8E and 2.0G model uses halogen projector headlamps while the 2.0V gets an upgrade to LED projector headlamps with daytime running lights and auto leveling. There are no auto headlamp or auto wiper function for all models. The 2.0V is further differentiated on the exterior with a smoked front grille, while the other cars have a chrome finish.

On the interior, the 1.8E and 2.0G get ‘standard’ trim finishing while the 2.0V gets something called ‘Cyber Carbon.’ Features exclusive to the 2.0V include keyless entry and start, cruise control, black leather seats, and an eight-way adjustable power seat for the driver.

The 2.0G and 2.0V get a seven-inch 2-DIN head unit with a touchscreen and reverse camera, while the 1.8E makes do with a regular 2-DIN head unit with a CD player. Navigation is an optional upgrade for the touchscreen head unit. Aircon is a single-zone unit as standard, and so are steering wheel audio controls.

In terms of safety, only the 2.0V variant gets VSC stability control and traction control. ABS is standard, and so are two airbags and ISOFIX points.

The specs are actually pretty interesting because thanks to the lighter kerb weight and more advanced gearbox, the Corolla Altis 1.8E actually has a top speed that’s 5km/h higher as well as 0 to 100km/h acceleration that’s 0.2 seconds faster than either of the 2.0 litre models. Fuel efficiently will likely be better as well. If you don’t need the extra equipment that the 2.0 models offer, it might be a better buy, but then again it lacks VSC stability control.

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This post has been edited by Adrian Lim: Dec 17 2013, 10:33 AM

Latest source photo capture inside shipping yard... is this be the 1st Corolla Altis touch down to Malaysia? We get the Red color too?

Is on trailer... will touch down to Malaysia soon? Any SA here can tell, where can make booking?

This post has been edited by Adrian Lim: Dec 17 2013, 10:46 PM

The car will be displayed on 4th week of December.

So, you can see in selected UMW showroom. That is what the salesman told me.

Unfortunately, I'm not interested anymore. You want my booking?

Wise decision...

2.0V overpriced...

2.0G and 1.8E? empty metal + overpriced...

can't just let someone else manufacture toyota rather than let UMW play this shitty game?

Ok too...Pls leave me the SA contact ya

What a shitty car with some of the worst specs ever. First time see 1.8 variant that actually has better speed over 2.0 variant. Well done Toyota

How can this be happen?

vsc & tc only available in 2.0v ??? wtf ....

It's a nice car indeed. Initially we shortlisted this car as my wife likes it, particularly the appearance and good looks. This new Altis is IMO the best-looking model out of the bunch of Toyota sedans. The new Vios although much better looking than the old Vios does not look as good as this Altis. The Camry also does not look as sporty as this Altis.

Unfortunately, I do think the price is quite a bit of a letdown. THe 1.8 at RM115k is quite a bit overpriced if compared to the competition. The 2.0 at RM125k only comes with fabric seats and not fully-specced features, and the 2.0 full spec that is selling for RM137k is too much. It's still a desirable car to own though, if the prices are about RM15k cheaper.

THe price is already confirmed?

Altis Z...

no one excited about this car la...lol

Is it?

115k+ car with the specs like that
It really by far the best looking altis but UMW is destroying it

Already in Thailand Toyota Dealer Showroom

With this kind of pricing. New mazda 3. All the way

Better handling, better spec, better engine

Better handling?

When i was at Taiwan, i saw their 1.8 version come with smart entry and push start button together with 17inch rim. So, UMW is a big big let down in Malaysia, not Toyota