Toyota Corolla (E140/E150): A Brief Overview
The Toyota Corolla (E140/E150) represents the tenth generation of vehicles under Toyota's renowned Corolla nameplate. Notably, the introduction of the Toyota Auris replaced the Corolla hatchback in Japan and Europe, although it continued to be labeled as a "Corolla" in Australia and New Zealand.
Chassis and Platforms:
The chassis of the E140 is rooted in the Toyota MC platform, with the E150 model evolving from the New MC platform.
The Japanese market E140 retained its MC platform from the preceding E120, while versions sold in the Americas, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East were based on a widened iteration of this platform.
Models distributed in Australia, Europe, and South Africa utilized the more advanced New MC underpinnings, earning them the designation E150.
The wide-body E150 was initially introduced in China and Europe in early 2007, while the wide-body E140 entered the markets of the Americas and parts of Asia later the same year.
Geographical Variances:
The wide regional variances in platforms and underpinnings reflect Toyota's tailored approach to the Corolla lineup, ensuring optimization for specific markets.
This approach allowed for enhanced adaptability to regional preferences and regulatory requirements, contributing to the Corolla's widespread popularity and longevity across diverse global markets.