TOYOTA COROLLA PETROL

Name: TOYOTA COROLLA 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid 140 Commercial Auto
Brand: TOYOTA COROLLA
SKU: 56490
Availability: InStock

1.8 VVT-i Hybrid 140 Commercial Auto

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Fuel Type Hybrid

Transmission Automatic

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Lease Type

Contract Hire Finance Lease

Contract Length

Initial Rental

Annual Mileage

Maintenance

An excess mileage charge will apply if you exceed the contracted mileage. The exact charge will be confirmed on the official quotation prior to your acceptance to proceed.

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Fuel Type Hybrid

Transmission Automatic

TOYOTA COROLLA Review

- Independent review from Car and Driving

Performance
6
Handling
6
Comfort
7
Space
4
Styling
6
Build
7
Value
5
Equipment
7
Economy
8
Depreciation
7
Insurance
6

Toyota's Corolla Commercial is a different kind of small van. Jonathan Crouch drives it.

Ten Second Review

Toyota pioneered full-Hybrid self charging power in the LCV segment with this Corolla Commercial van. It's otherwise an LCV which in concept is anything but pioneering, based entirely on the Corolla Touring Sports estate. But for the right kind of company customer, it could be ideal. Especially in this improved form.

Background

The commercial vehicle market offers quite a lot of electrical engine options these days: mild hybrid, plug-in hybrid and EV powertrains are all available, should you want them. What the LCV sector's been lacking though, is the kind of powertrain that right here, right now, arguably makes most sense for a van operator: a self charging full-Hybrid petrol engine. It's the kind of 'Prius'-like powerplant that Toyota has long championed, so it is perhaps fitting that Toyota took the lead in offering it in a van, this one, the Corolla Commercial. The innovation pretty much ends there though, because the Corolla Commercial is nothing more than a Corolla Touring Sports estate with the rear seats removed to create a loading area. Still, that could be all some companies like couriers might need. Launched in 2021, this model was updated in early 2023 with a vastly improved version of its 1.8-litre self-charging Hybrid engine, enhanced media tech and improved safety standards. A few more tweaks to spec were made in Spring 2026. Let's check it all out.

Driving Experience

After using this Corolla Commercial for a bit, you might wonder why full-Hybrid self charging engines like the one used here are otherwise absent from the LCV segment. This kind of powerplant makes so much sense, particularly in the case of the revised version of this 1.8 hybrid system, which in this updated form gets redesigned power control unit and transaxle designs, plus a more powerful lithium-ion battery and calibration to achieve a more rewarding driving experience, with a closer relationship between the driver's use of the accelerator and the drive force delivery. That's helpful but if you're used to a small diesel in your small van, you'll still have to adapt a bit to the way that big throttle inputs cause a flare of revs as the Hybrid system initially struggles to translate into rapid forward movement. And you'll also need to accept a vast reduction in mid-range pulling power; this engine's very modest 142Nm torque output is about 40% down on what you'd get from a typical 1.5 or 1.6-litre rival small diesel unit, something you'll really notice in give-and-take motoring; overtakes have to be planned much further in advance. Still, the changes to this engine have undoubtedly made a lot of difference, as has the power increase from 120 to 138bhp, bringing a 1.7-second reduction in the 0-62mph time - to 9.4 seconds. Top speed is still limited to 112mph. Expect refinement to be excellent; certainly far better than it would be in a rival rumbly diesel. As before, the Hybrid engine is matched to a belt-driven CVT auto transmission with six speeds. Toyota provises a button to allow this van to run on electric power in EV mode, but it's best to leave the dsustem to its own devices. It will automatically switch to EV running when battery charge and driving conditions permit, maximising fuel and emissions efficiency. A clever 'Predictive Efficient Drive' system has been added that allows Hybrid battery charging and discharging to be controlled according to the driving situation, with the system gathering and storing data as the car is driven, to help gain better fuel efficiency.

Design and Build

You'll need to do a double-take to clock the fact that this isn't an ordinary Toyota Corolla Touring Sports estate. It is of course built on the same UK Burnaston production line. It looks pretty smart for a van. The ultra-short overhangs are notable, as is the unusual mid-level panel creasing. This features the upward swage line that flows back from the front wheel arch take a sharp upward turn just before the C-pillar at the same time as a shorter crease just below starts above the rear door handle to emphasise the rather powerful haunches. At the wheel, it's all just like the donor passenger car, it should all feel quite plush - for a van. An 8-inch 'Toyota Touch 2' centre-dash infotainment screen is standard, complete with a DAB tuner and a reversing camera. You don't get navigation but standard 'Apple CarPlay'/'Android Auto' smartphone integration means that you can bring a navigation app up onto the monitor with ease. The seats are height adjustable and supportive and feature powered lumbar adjustment - a rare thing for a compact van and a boon on longer trips.

Market and Model

Predictably, you're going to need to find a little more for this full-Hybrid Corolla Commercial than you might have expected to pay for an ordinary compact van. The on the road price is around £24,500 - excluding the reclaimable VAT. Still, at least you get passenger car-like specification for that. Standard features include a full metal bulkhead and a much improved an 8-inch multimedia display incorporating smartphone integration with 'Apple CarPlay' and 'Android Auto', plus over-the-air updates, voice recognition and a reversing camera. You also get automatic headlights, heated and power adjustable door mirrors, dual-zone air conditioning and heated, height-adjustable seats with power lumbar adjustment for the driver. There's also now a driver monitor camera. On the subject of safety, this van is also equipped with a much improved portfolio of 'Toyota Safety Sense' active safety and driver assistance systems, benefitting from a front camera that covers a wide field ahead of the car, with extended reach both left/right and up/down. The distance of forward detection has been doubled compared to the scope of the previous hardware. Likewise, the coverage of the front millimetre-wave radar has been extended so that it can detect obstacles closer to the front of the car than before. This increased detection capability makes the Pre-Collision System effective in more urban traffic scenarios, including recognition of potential head-to-head collisions. The Emergency Steering Assist system helps the driver keep the car within its traffic line when trying to avoid a hazard such as a pedestrian, cyclist, parked car, or - thanks to the detection enhancements - motorcyclist. The Full Range Adaptive Cruise Control has been revised to give faster response and to operate in a way that feels more natural to the driver. Plus new systems have been added for safer overtaking: Overtake Prevention Support prevents unintentional overtaking on the wrong side of a vehicle (“undertaking”); and Preliminary Deceleration/Turn Signal Linked Control helps the driver safely rejoin the traffic lane at an appropriate speed and distance from other vehicles. The Lane Trace Assist system has also been adjusted to operate with a more natural feel. And when the Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Trace Assist are operating, an Emergency Driving Stop system will monitor driver inputs. If these stop (ie. your use of steering wheel, brake and accelerator) over a certain time, it will sound a warning and, if the driver doesn't respond, bring the car slowly to a stop and activate the hazard lights. The Road Sign Assist feature has been improved so that the speed limiter can easily be adjusted to match traffic sign information - useful, for example, when driving near schools or entering spaces shared with pedestrians. And Proactive Driving Assist is a new function that provides a range of safeguards when driving in low-speed areas such as town centres.

Practicalities and Costs

A lift of the tailgate reveals the extent of the changes, the absence of the usual rear bench freeing up space for a quite spacious, lined and easily accessible rubber-lined load area with rear window masking film, an area which includes a full-metal bulkhead. The cargo dimensions are 1,558mm long, 952mm wide and 682mm high. The design of the multi-link rear suspension means the load area isn't compromised by intruding components. Toyota claims improved diesel-like efficiency stats from this model and the official WLTP-rated figures broadly bear that out. The combined cycle economy range is now up to 64.2mpg (62.7mpg before), with 100g/km of CO2 emissions (102g/km before). Toyota expects that for typical customers, up to 50% of typical urban or suburban journeys will be accomplished in all-electric drive. The Japanese maker describes the Corolla's Hybrid technology as being of the 'self-charging' kind, which means that it isn't of the currently popular Plug-in variety. What else? Well, this van has a three-year new vehicle warranty, after which it qualifies for the free Toyota Relax warranty of up to 10 years/100,000 miles. As part of the Toyota Professional range of LCVs, it also comes with five years' roadside assistance and the guarantee of a service appointment within seven days. If the service target is not met, the customer qualifies for a 50 per cent reduction in servicing labour costs. There's also three years warranty against rust and 12 years of anti-corrosion protection.

Summary

There aren't many businesses that are going to be able to make a vehicle like this work for their needs, but those that can will probably like it very much indeed. The old Vauxhall Astra van used to sell very well to people like computer support companies and carpet salesman who liked a long load area in a compact LCV. This Corolla Commercial occupies a somewhat higher price point but there's the big advantage of its unique full-Hybrid self charging powerplant to compensate. If you're in these kinds of businesses and can make the monthly payments add up, this Toyota will likely prove a frugal, practical tool - and it'll almost certainly never go wrong. If you need a small van, you've a 'green' business ethos but you're not quite ready to go full-electric, it's worth a look.

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Standard Equipment

Technical Data

Options

Charging info

Driver Convenience

(ACC) Adaptive cruise control switch on steering wheel
7" Digital combimeter
Acceleration suppression at low speed
Acoustic vehicle alert system
Adjustable speed limiter switch on steering wheel
BSM with safe exit assist
Cloud navigation
Colour multi information display
Connected services
Curve speed reduction
Driver attention alert
Driver monitoring camera
eCall emergency system
Electric power steering
Emergecny steering assist
Emergency driving stop system
Hybrid system indicator
Intelligent adaptive cruise control
Intersection collision detection
Lane departure alert with steering control
Lane trace assist
Multi functional phone charging cable
Multi info switches on steering wheel
Over the air updates
Pre collision system with pedestrian (day/night), cyclist and motorbike (day) detection, front to front oncoming car/motorbike (day) detection
Proactive driving assist
Remote service
Reversing camera and its displayed in multimedia system
Road sign assist
Smart phone integration with Android auto & Apple CarPlay
Smart voice assist with voice recognition
Static guide lines on reversing camera
Toyota smart connect
Tyre pressure warning system (TPWS)
Voice recognition switch on steering wheel

Entertainment

6 speakers
8 inch multimedia display with DAB and bluetooth
USB connector

Exterior Features

Adaptive automatic high beam
Anti jam protection on front power windows
Auto Headlights
B pillar - black
Black door mirrors
Black lower front grille
Black roof rails
Black surround on lower front grille
Black window frame
Body coloured door handles
Body coloured front spoiler
Body coloured rear bumpers
Body coloured rear spoiler
Body coloured shark fin antenna
Bumper protection plate
Door edge protection film
Electric front windows with one touch auto up & down function
Electrically heated and adjustable door mirrors
Follow me home headlights
Gloss black upper front grille
Intermittent windscreen
LED Daytime running lights
LED front fog lights
LED light guide
LED multi-reflector headlights
Light remind warning
Manual day/night rear-view mirror
Manual headlight levelling
Manually retractable door mirrors
Mesh lower front grille
Noise reduction layer on windscreen
Paint protection wax/film wrap guard
Rear window defogger system
Rear wiper
Steel panels
UV filter on front windows
UV filter on rear windows

Interior Features

12v power outlet in boot
2 front seats
3 spoke synthetic leather steering wheel
A/C ECO mode switch
Audio switches on steering wheel
Automatic dual zone air conditioning
Black armrest on centre console box
Black interior door handles
Boot light
Boot underfloor storage
Cargo area light
Clean air filter
Covered front console box
Driver and passenger sunvisor with light and mirror
Dual level deckboard
Dual side boot floor
Electric adjustable lumbar support for driver seat
Fabric armrests
Fabric upholstery
Floor mats
Front 12v power outlet
Front bottle holders
Front cup holders
Front door pockets
Glovebox with light
Heated and manually height adjustable front seats
Illuminated entry system
Key reminder warning
Lane departure alert switch on steering wheel
LED Driver and front passenger personal lights
Manual telescopic steering wheel
Manual tilt steering wheel
Manually sliding driver and front passenger seat
Mesh bulkhead
Passenger seatback pocket
Pollen air filter
Rear bottle holders
Rear door pockets
Rear seat reminder
Rubber lined load bay
Satin chrome gear shift surround on centre console and speedometer
Satin chrome insert on dashboard
Shopping bag hooks
Side storage in boot
Single compartment glove box
Sliding central armrest
Telephone switches on steering wheel

Passive Safety

Child safety door lock
Front seatbelt reminder
Passenger airbag on/off switch
Supplement restraint system (SRS) 7 airbags
Toyota safety sense

Security

Power door locks
Power passenger window lock
Remote door lock

Technical

ABS + EBD
Adjustable speed limiter
Electronic parking brake
Emergency brake light signal
Hill start assist control
Push button start
Vehicle stability control

Trim

Black side air vents
Soft touch texture on upper dashboard

Wheels

15" steel wheels with wheel caps
Tyre repair kit

Electric Vehicle Data

Battery Capacity in kWh

1.8
Battery Type

Lithium-ion

Emissions - ICE

CO

0.096
HC

0.015
HC+NOx

Not Available
Noise Level dB(A)

63
NOx

0.004
Particles

Not Available
Standard Emissions

EURO 6
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb

100
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH

111
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL

97
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Extra High

125
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Extra High - TEH

142
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Extra High - TEL

124
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - High

88
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - High - TEH

98
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - High - TEL

85
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Low

89
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Low - TEH

94
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Low - TEL

85
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Medium

80
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Medium - TEH

87
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Medium - TEL

75

Engine and Drive Train

Automatic Transmission

Yes
Bore

80.5
Catalytic Convertor

Yes
CC

1798
Compression Ratio

13.0:1
Cylinder Layout

IN-LINE
Cylinders

4
Engine Codes

2ZR-FXE
Engine Layout

FRONT TRANSVERSE
Fuel Delivery

MULTI-POINT INJECTION
Fuel Type

PETROL/ELECTRIC
Gears

1 SPEED
Manual Transmission

No
Number of Valves

16
Stroke

88.3

Fuel Consumption - ICE

EC

No
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb

4.4
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEH

4.9
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEL

4.3
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Extra High

5.5
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Extra High - TEH

6.3
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Extra High - TEL

5.5
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - High

3.9
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - High - TEH

4.3
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - High - TEL

3.8
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Low

4
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Low - TEH

4.2
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Low - TEL

3.8
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Medium

3.5
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Medium - TEH

3.9
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Medium - TEL

3.3
WLTP - MPG - Comb

64.2
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH

57.6
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL

65.7
WLTP - MPG - Extra High

51.4
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEH

44.8
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEL

51.4
WLTP - MPG - High

72.4
WLTP - MPG - High - TEH

65.7
WLTP - MPG - High - TEL

74.3
WLTP - MPG - Low

70.6
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEH

67.3
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEL

74.3
WLTP - MPG - Medium

80.7
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEH

72.4
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEL

85.6

General

Alternative Fuel Qualifying

Yes
Did at least one aspect of this vehicles safety give cause for concern?

No
Badge Engine CC

1.8
Badge Power

140
Based On ID

Not Available
Chassis Engine Number

Not Available
Clutch

Not Available
Coin Description

Not Available
Coin Gross Vehicle Weight Code

Not Available
Coin Power Output Code

Not Available
Coin Series

Not Available
Coin Wheelbase Description Code

Not Available
Coin Wheelbase Name Code

Not Available
Exhaust System

CATALYTIC CONVERTER
Front Brakes

VENTILATED DISCS
Front Suspension

MACPHERSON STRUT
Generation Mark

1
Ghost model for valuation purposes

No
Insurance Group 2

27E
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %

95
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %

84
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09

Not Available
NCAP Overall Rating - LCV

Not Available
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %

Not Available
NCAP Safety Assist %

Not Available
Rear Brakes

DISCS
Rear Suspension

DOUBLE WISHBONE
Relative Height

H1
Relative Length

L1
Running Cost League Headings

CITY
Special Edition

No
Special Order

No
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage

100000
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years

3
Steering

PAS
Vehicle Homologation Class

N1
Vin/Frame No.

Not Available

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)

9.4
BHP

140
Engine Power KW

103
Engine Power RPM

5200
Engine Torque LBS.FT

105
Engine Torque MKG

14.5
Engine Torque NM

142
Engine Torque RPM

3600
Top Speed

112

Test Cycles

Emissions Test Cycle

WLTP
RDE Certification Level

RDE 2

Tyres

Alloys?

No
Automatic Clutch

Yes
Plated 3rd Axle

Not Available
Plated 4th Axle

Not Available
Space Saver?

No
Tyre Size Front

195/65 R15
Tyre Size Rear

195/65 R15
Tyre Size Spare

TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style

Not Available
Wheel Type

15" STEEL

Vehicle Dimensions

Front Overhang

935
Height

1460
Length

4650
Load Height

1155
Load Length

1855
Load Space Width Between Wheel Arches

952
Load Width

1510
Rear Overhang

1015
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb

10.4
Turning Circle - Wall to Wall

11
Wheelbase

2700
Width (excluding mirrors)

1790

Weight and Capacities

Boot Capacity Saloons

Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)

43
Gross Train Weight

2585
Gross Vehicle Weight

1835
Load Space Volume

1.6
Luggage Capacity - 2nd Row Seats Removed

Not Available
Luggage Capacity - 2nd Row Seats Up

Not Available
Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Down

Not Available
Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Removed

Not Available
Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Up

Not Available
Max. Towing Weight - Braked

750
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked

450
Minimum Kerbweight

1410
No. of Seats

2
Payload

425
Plated 2nd Axle

1530
Plated Front Axle

1530

Charging Speeds

0h 17min

Home

7kW Charger

0h 2min

Fast

50kW Charger

0h 1min

Rapid

100kW Charger

0h 0min

Ultra-Rapid

150kW Charger

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