2002 Toyota Corolla Tspirit review from UK and Ireland
"Not up to VW Golf or Ford Focus build standards"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Lumpy low idle. Sunroof water leak, squealing brakes. Rattles from sunroof. Front passenger seat rattles (no cure) rear seat rattles. Noisy rear electric window. Loose interior trim. Plastic scratches very easily.
Poor quality on this British built car. dealer just washes it when I return it for repair. Except for the leaking sunroof there is no cure for the other problems to date.
General comments?
Seat rattles present on all showroom models. Hit the seat back with your hand and see for yourself
Car has average performance. Ride is OK, but not as good as the Ford Focus.
Visibility poor through rear and side windows when reversing. Get some parking sensors fitted.
My old VW golf had better quality interior and build. Even after 4 years my VW had less rattles than this car.
Give Toyota a year or two to tidy the New Corolla up and it might be a good buy, but give it a miss for now.
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| Year of manufacture | 2002 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6VVTi Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 10 miles |
| Most recent distance | 2500 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Golf |
| Date of Entry | 14th September, 2002 |