2001 Toyota Corolla Sport review from North America
"Excellent high speed commuting car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Had to replace the serpentine belt tensioner at 70000km.
Same tensioner is getting noisy again at 145000km and will need attention soon.
General comments?
Belt tensioner had a TSB on it. Dealer paid for part, I paid for labour. (It was 10000km out of warranty.
Rear suspension bottoms easily if there is anyone in back seat. Fine with two front passengers.
Car is very peppy and excellent on gas, averaging 47 canadian miles per gallon over 2 1/2 years and 145000km.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8L Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 1200 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 145000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Passat |
| Date of Entry | 21st December, 2003 |