EARTHY CAR OF THE WEEK: Gold 2009 Toyota Corolla LE

2009 Toyota Corolla LE, Gold, Sedan, 81192 mi, $9,995 http://bit.ly/13Lrxuq Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 27/35

This 2009 gold Toyota Corolla is one of five on our lot. The Corolla is an ideal car for a small family or young driver. The Corolla is modest yet reliable, inexpensive to maintain, and easy to maneuver.

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INTRODUCTION: “The 2009 Toyota Corolla is a new car, the 10th generation of the world's most popular passenger car. More than 30 million have been sold in more than 140 different countries.

Working from a concept developed for the first Corolla, the new one shows you can make a car inexpensive without it being cheap.
Younger and older buyers alike appreciate low purchase and operating costs, and previously Corollas have proven reliable and not an expensive insurance proposition. First-time drivers will do well with straightforward controls, minimal distractions, and standard passive safety equipment.”

LINE UP: “The 2009 Toyota Corolla comes in five derivatives. The standard model, simply called Corolla, is the least expensive yet includes fabric upholstery, air conditioning, CD/WMA/MP3 XM-ready radio, tilt/telescoping steering wheel, six-way manual driver seat, 60/40 split folding rear seat, outside temperature gauge, power mirrors, and engine immobilizer. Six airbags and ABS are standard.
The popular LE is the next step up, and adds power windows, door locks, and color-matched outside mirrors.”

DRIVING IMPRESSION: “All 2009 Toyota Corolla models except the XRS use a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine that's been redesigned this year and generates 132 hp and 128 lb-ft of torque. It delivers low emissions, the same 27/35 mpg fuel economy ratings with five-speed manual or four-speed automatic, and uses a timing chain rather than a belt which usually saves on service costs.”

SUMMARY: “The all-new 2009 Toyota Corolla is a practical sedan that by way of its myriad configurations can be used for virtually any application. It keeps up with urban traffic, offers good maneuverability, delivers decent fuel economy, and makes a strong argument in any non-emotional automotive purchase.”

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