Toyota Kirloskar Motor on 16th June announced the launch of the facelifted Corolla Altis in India.

The facelifted Corolla Altis has been distinctively designed to give it a advanced and dynamic look. The petrol variant comes with an all new powerful 2ZR Dual VVT-I engine and super CVT-i with 7 speed sequential shiftmatic enhancing the output and torque. The new contemporary styling and enhanced performance makes the facelifted Corolla Altis a perfect combination of dynamism and performance.

The petrol variant will come with an all new powerful engine - 2ZR Dual VVT-i Engine 1798 CC, producing an increased output of 140 PS @ 6400 rpm and an improved torque of 173 Nm @ 4000 rpm. The new engine is designed to provide excellent driving performance, best in class fuel economy and environmental performance with lower emission.

The petrol variant is available in both super CVT-i with 7 speed sequential shiftmatic or 6 speed manual transmission. The 4 speed AT in the petrol variant has now given way to the super CVT-i with 7 speed sequential shiftmatic. The 5 speed manual transmission (MT) has also been upgraded to a 6 speed MT.

This will enable a smooth change in gears and a better control over the car with more gear options, excellent driveability, and class leading fuel economy. The enhanced low to mid speed range torque and high speed range output will provide smoother acceleration in high traffic and greater acceleration on highways.

The Diesel variant retains its 1ND D-4D Diesel Engine with Variable Nozzle Turbo & Intercooler with 6 speed manual transmission. It continues to provide, best in class fuel economy of 21.45 kmpl.

The diesel and petrol variants get advanced and dynamic exteriors and the latest in luxury features. The new advanced interior creates an advanced and refined atmosphere. The new plush leather perforated seats, darker grey upper interior colour and the dark wood finish adorns the interiors giving a richer feel.

The facelifted Corolla Altis is equipped with an array of the latest luxury features - push start/stop button, smart entry, new DVD touch screen audio with bluetooth, new design optitron meter with eco diving indicator, remote boot opener and reverse sensor.

The facelifted Corolla Altis incorporates an elegant and sporty design in an advanced and dynamic form and embodies class above overall quality. With its sleek front headlamps, dynamic grille and stylish rear design, the facelifted Corolla Altis exudes a bold, strong and commanding presence. The diesel variant gets new design grill with bar and mesh. This new attention grabbing presence brings joy and pride of ownership.

The facelifted Corolla Altis is available in array of 7 exciting colours.

Present at the launch Mr. Michihiko Sato, Chief Engineer Corolla Altis, Toyota Motor Corporation said "Following half a century of continuous evolution, responding to the needs of the times, the facelifted Corolla Altis design and driving performance has been further refined to continue being a leader in its class. The contemporary styling and intelligent performance takes the experience of owning a Corolla Altis to an all new high. The facelifted Corolla Altis represents the best of global motoring experience and also further strengthens Toyota's commitment to the Indian market."

Mr. Hiroshi Nakagawa, Managing Director, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) said, "The Toyota Corolla Altis has constantly been a leader in its class. We are delighted to now introduce the facelifted Corolla Altis that will offer an exclusive blend of contemporary styling, luxurious features and intelligent performance, in response to the latest customer demands of the times. We hope to take customer delight to an all new level with the Stunning facelifted Corolla Altis."

Mr. Sandeep Singh, Deputy Managing Director, Marketing, TKM, added, "The facelifted Corolla Altis is aimed at providing newness to the product and offers the latest in technology and design. The Stunning facelifted Corolla Altis is Genius inside and Gorgeous outside. With an all new engine and transmission and contemporary styling the facelifted Corolla Altis is a perfect blend of genius performance and gorgeous style."

"The facelifted Corolla Altis is intended to appeal to the customer who seeks the ultimate combination of style, power and driving comfort. The facelifted Corolla Altis will be available in the price range of Rs. 1,053,300 (US$ 23,500) and Rs. 1,477,400 ( petrol variant ) and Rs. 1,146,500 and Rs. 1,455,000 (diesel variant), ex-showroom Delhi and will be available at all Toyota dealerships from today," he added.