Toyota Corolla 2012 1.6 Valvematic Automatic
Toyota Corolla 2012 1.6 petrol description
Sedan Toyota Corolla 2012 1.6 Valvematic Automatic has been produced from January, 2012 to December, 2015. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 132 horsepower on 6400 rpm and torque 160 Nm (Newton metres) on 4400 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 220 000 and 370 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Toyota Corolla 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-20 and oil capacity is 4.2 litres.
Toyota Corolla 2012 1.6 Valvematic Automatic has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
Toyota Corolla 2012 1.6 Valvematic Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 190 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Toyota Corolla 2012 1.6 Valvematic Automatic fuel consumption is 5.6 litres per 100km (17.9 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 7.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 980 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1180 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Toyota real everyday fuel consumption is 6.9 litres per 100 km, which is 23% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Toyota Corolla fuel consumption.
Toyota Corolla safety
During safety testing Toyota Corolla has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Toyota Corolla is evaluated with outstanding rate 94 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 82 from 100, for pedestrian protection Toyota Corolla got 67 points from 100.
Toyota Corolla safety equipment has been rated as average - 66 percents from 100.
Toyota Corolla 2012 1.6 Valvematic Automatic technical data
| Model: | Toyota Corolla 1.6 Valvematic Automatic | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2012. January ... 2015. December | ||
| Engine: | 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 132 HP ON 6400 RPM | Torque: | 160 NM ON 4400 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 190 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.1 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.6 (combined) 7.3 (urban) 4.6 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.9 l/100km (34.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.62m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.47m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 125 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 452 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1770 kg | ||
Toyota Corolla 2012 1.6 Valvematic Automatic engine 1ZR-FAE
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 1598 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 80.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 78.5 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.7 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Toyota Corolla 2012 1.6 Valvematic Automatic oil type | 5W-20 |
| Oil capacity | 4.2 litres (4.4 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 5.8 litres (6.1 quarts) |
| Power | 128 - 132 HP ON 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 - 162 NM ON 4400 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2009 |
| Duration of production | 15 years |
| Engine also used on | Toyota Avensis Toyota Auris Toyota Verso |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Toyota Corolla 2013 1.3
Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.3 Petrol | 99 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Toyota Corolla 2012 1.4 D-4D Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 | 1.4 Diesel | 90 HP | 4.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Toyota Corolla 2013 1.6 Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 1.6 Petrol | 122 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Toyota Corolla 2013 1.6 Automatic Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 | 1.6 Petrol | 122 HP | 6.3 l/100km | Automatic |
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Toyota Corolla 2012 1.6 Valvematic
Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 132 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Toyota Corolla 2012 1.6 Valvematic Automatic
Jan 2012 — Dec 2015 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 132 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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Toyota Corolla 2013 1.8
Jan 2013 — Jan 2016 Most powerfull petrol version (140 HP) |
1.8 Petrol | 140 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Automatic |