The Toyota Corolla

First Generation (1966 - 1970)

1966

The first gen Toyota was created in 1966. The car had 5 seats and 1 liter gas. The people of Tokyo qualifications were met for this car.

Second Generation (1970 - 1974)

1970

Toyota was the car families chose to use when it first came out. The changes to the car were nothing major. The body was still the same but slightly heavier than the original.

Third Generation (1974-1979)

1974

The third-generation Toyota still looks the same as the other two generations. The third-gen models were known as Corolla 30s so they could distinguish. The wheelbase of the models was increased from 35mm to 40mm for saftey reasons.

Fourth Generation (1979-1983)

1979

The fourth-gen Toyota wheelbase was increased from 30mm to 40mm while the front and back of the car were 25mm and 50mm. Once this model came out there were multiple versions available as listed:
2-door
4-door
coupe
hardtop
liftback
2- door van
4-door van

Fifth Generation (1983 - 1987)

1983

The fifth-gen model changed a lot in model style. The model was changed from a front engine back wheel drive to a front engine back wheel drive. This means that when accelerating the back wheel moves the car.

Sixth Generation (1987-1991)

1987

Looks very similar to the fifth-gen model. This model was popular because it was considered a "high-class sedan beyond its class." The van was fixed based on the sixth-generation Corolla making it only 4-doors.

Seventh Generation (1991-1995)

1991

This is when the car started to look more modern. The shape of it was a little more curved rather than box-shaped. The car was larger than the older models. Although it looked more modern it was still quite affordable.

Eighth Generation (1995 - 2000)

1995

The model was not changed, but Toyota wanted to focus on environmental safety. They used a 2-liter diesel unit which helps reduce nitrogen Oxide. There were no major changes to the model other than the engine changes.

Ninth Generation (2000-2006)

2006

This model came with a 4-door sedan or a 5-door wagon. Sports models were discontinued during the era of this car. The design of this model leaned more towards the youthful while the others were mostly designed for the elderly.

Tenth Generation (2006 - 2012)

2006

This model was beautiful, Although similar to the last generation it won the good design award in 2007. These models had developed the sub-name Axio. They had reverse camera parking so the driver could see the back of the car without turning their heads.

Eleventh Generation (2012 - 2016)

2012

Toyota wanted the axio and fielder Corollas to fit with the older style of the models. So Toyota made the models smaller like the old ones. These cars still kept a good rep with the ability to have four adults comfortably fitting in them. This created the perfect car for the Japanese marketplace.

Twelfth Generation (2018

2018

This model had a different body style still similar to the eleventh. It had enhanced comfort with a cool interior design to it. It came with a lot of driver assistance. It was made with a high performance and a sports car vibe.