Civic or new Corolla

does new rolla have sportivo variant?

I went with a mate to check out the new Toyota but for some reason, even though it appeared good on the outside, it just didn't seem that good as I was expecting. Not that I test drove the 4 speed auto, but considering the price, even the flagship models weren't that spectacular. On paper it appears great but apart from the flagship which has a slightly nicer finish on the interior (at $33k), the other models feel as whitegoods as ever. Sure there are improvements, but I'd say the base model Civic looks a lot nicer inside and is generally more comfy to sit in. Without driving it I don't know how good it is, but I'd think the old 4speed isn't going to be revolutionary or maybe even comparable to the excellent 5speed auto in the Civic.

But meh I'm biased.

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Originally Posted by Fo55il

corolla also has free infinite car wash, my best friend gets unlimited free car washes. lol
dunno if dat helps u make a decision, but thought id share sum knowledge!!

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Isn't that a dealer specific thing?

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Originally Posted by JaCe

I went with a mate to check out the new Toyota but for some reason, even though it appeared good on the outside, it just didn't seem that good as I was expecting. Not that I test drove the 4 speed auto, but considering the price, even the flagship models weren't that spectacular. On paper it appears great but apart from the flagship which has a slightly nicer finish on the interior (at $33k), the other models feel as whitegoods as ever. Sure there are improvements, but I'd say the base model Civic looks a lot nicer inside and is generally more comfy to sit in. Without driving it I don't know how good it is, but I'd think the old 4speed isn't going to be revolutionary or maybe even comparable to the excellent 5speed auto in the Civic.

But meh I'm biased.

Isn't that a dealer specific thing?

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IMO the Civic's front looks good but the rear styling especially the tail lights is horrible. I guess in the end it's still a question of spending the same money on a just released Japanese Toyota vs a fifteen month old Thai Honda.

saw the corolla on display and it must admit, its pretty ugly in real life compared to the photos online and in the brochures
it sits pretty high and the bonnet is short, i'll go for the civic
more nice

pffff nobody expects the upper level Corollas to sell, including Toyota themselves. Youve got to be mad to buy a whatever Corolla instead of a Civic sports.

Civic Vti vs the Corolla ascent is the only comparison. Even then Id go with Civic 100 times out of 100. Does anybody even remember how crap Corollas really are?

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Originally Posted by Fo55il

corolla also has free infinite car wash, my best friend gets unlimited free car washes. lol
dunno if dat helps u make a decision, but thought id share sum knowledge!!

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If you drive a Corolla, you wont even want to wash your car.

I cant believe all this Corolla love, haha have any of you guys actually driven, touched or actually been inside a Corolla?

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Originally Posted by aaronng

:) I said VVTL-i is found only on the Sportivo.

Yes, VVT-i is standard across all the normal Corolla range.

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The new Corolla actually has Dual VVTi similar to the Aurion. It's the better technology as it controls both intake and exhaust. :)

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Originally Posted by Elmo

The new Corolla actually has Dual VVTi similar to the Aurion. It's the better technology as it controls both intake and exhaust. :)

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Yeah, and it now makes 100kW. It's interesting that the first gen of ZZE corollas in also made 100kW using only VVTi on the intake side. :) Damn emissions requirements

This might help your decision a bit easier:-

http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?t=67596

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Originally Posted by NightKids

This might help your decision a bit easier:-

http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?t=67596

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That's only for a handful of cars though. The civic owners that I know personally have no problem with theirs, other than the quick-wearing tyres.

ive just recently sold my car and now im stuck in a dilemma. i have 15k to buy a car. unless i get a loan

im thinking of a b16a civic as i like the look of the Eg but like any other civic the interior is halfassed. absolutely hate the gap between the knob and the climate control, whereas on the other hand prelude bb6 models have DECENT interior while the exterior isnt all that good looking imo.

not long ago i was contemplating on a commodore 2001 vx II s pack, but due to the increase in petrol id thought id stay away from a big car. ive driven both the mazda 3 manual and the corolla 04 model auto.

maz 3 manual = decent car, nice interior, nice exterior. but i hate mazdas because i hear their reliability is poor. and plus ive owned a mazda/ford before.
euros = overpriced so thats a no no
corolla auto = decent interior and decent exterior, not exactly a rocket, and i dont know about you guys but does it take a fair bit of petrol?
sportivo corolla? = anyone know any info or positive feedbacks about it? i personally havent driven one but supposely they have the lift that vtecs have too. btw wat does it rev up too. at the moment this is the car i wouldnt mind taking a few Gs loan.

any other suggestions? preferably not a car that is gona cost me 3-4k to insure (aka sports/turbo cars).


pretty much i drive alot on the highways, and in the afternoon its about a 5 mins drive from my house to work, so would it be bad idea to get a v8/v6? of is a 4 banger the way to go

and although i have my bike licence i dont think its worth buying a bike without a car. but im only prepared topay for one

simple option is to drive the car, or let your gf go for a test drive...thats how simple it is...good luck!