The Toyota Corolla (E160) is the eleventh generation of the Toyota Corolla that is sold in Japan, Hong Kong, Macau, New Zealand, Bangladesh, Singapore, and Sri Lanka. For international markets, the larger and substantially different Corolla (E170/E180) is offered instead. The E160 was derived from the Toyota B platform, unlike the E170/E180, which was based on the New MC platform.

As with the preceding E140 models, the sedan/saloon version of the E160 is named Corolla Axio in the Japanese market; the station wagon/estate version carries the Corolla Fielder designation. The Japanese market Corolla Axio is shorter in length and narrower in width than the global version (E170), and engines are kept below 2.0-litres, to comply with Japanese Government dimension regulations so that Japanese buyers have a reduced road tax.

The eleventh generation of the Corolla went on sale in Japan in May 2012. Both are made by a Toyota subsidiary, Central Motors, in Miyagi prefecture, Japan.

Lineup Trim levels available for the Axio are Luxel (1.5 only, later replaced by the W×B package for G), G, and X. This is also true for the Corolla Fielder (wagon variant), although the Fielder also includes a 1.8S and a 1.8S AeroTourer W×B (later replaced by 1.8S W×B) trim. In 2019, both the Fielder and Axio were streamlined into one trim EX, designed for fleet use upon the launch of the E210 series Corolla and Corolla Touring.

Toyota released hybrid versions of the Corolla Axio sedan and Corolla Fielder station wagon for the Japanese market in August 2013. Both cars are equipped with a 1.5-litre hybrid system similar to the one used in the Toyota Prius c, with a fuel efficiency of under the JC08 test cycle.

The Mitsuoka Ryugi sedan and wagon for the Japanese market were based on the E160 Corolla.

Engines Grade Model code Displacement, engine code Power, Torque Transmission1.3X / X 'G Edition' (Axio only)NRE160 I4 (1NR-FE) at 6000 rpm, at 4000 rpm Super CVT-i1.5 G (W×B) / X / EXNRE161 I4 (2NR-FKE)109 PS (80 kW) at 6000 rpm, 136 N⋅m (100 lb⋅ft) at 4400 rpmSuper CVT-i1.5 G (W×B) / X / EX NZE161NZE164 (4WD) I4 (1NZ-FE) at 6000 rpm, at 4400 rpm Super CVT-i / 5-speed manualLuxel at 6000 rpm, at 4800 rpm Super CVT-iHybrid / Hybrid EX / Hybrid G (W×B) NKE165 I4 (1NZ-FXE) at 4800 rpm, at 3600-4400 rpm E-CVT1.8S (Fielder only)ZRE162 I4 (2ZR-FE) at 6200 rpm, at 4000 rpm Super CVT-i with 7-speed sports sequential shiftmatic with sport mode

Markets

Hong Kong In Hong Kong, the Corolla was based on the Japanese market model, initially available with the 1.5-litre 1NZ-FE engine in Advantage and Luxury trim levels. The smaller 1.5 L engine and car size contributes to a lower vehicle license levy.

In April 2015, Toyota in Hong Kong released the facelift model with the 1.5-litre 2NR-FKE engine in Luxury and Super Luxury trim levels.

The Corolla sold in Hong Kong is made in Japan, although it does vary from the Japanese market model with minor revisions to the interior, such as the inclusion of the tachometer and automatic climate air conditioning control in the Super Luxury variant.

New Zealand The wagon is also sold in New Zealand, aimed primarily at business and fleet customers. Available solely in GX trim, it includes a tachometer, but otherwise is very similar to the Japanese model wagon. Manual transmission and CVT are both available. Toyota New Zealand released the facelift model in July 2015.

Facelifts In April 2015, Toyota released the facelift versions of the Corolla Axio and Corolla Fielder in Japan. This version featured a raised front bumper, revised headlamps with LED projector lens and grille, revised front fenders, revised tail lamps, and "Toyota Safety Sense" collision avoidance system.

On 10 October 2017, Toyota released a second facelift to the Corolla Axio and Corolla Fielder in Japan. This version featured a revised front bumper and grille, an intelligent clearance sonar (parking support brake), and standard "Toyota Safety Sense".

The E160 Corolla was mainly replaced by the larger E210 Corolla in September 2019. However, it remained in production exclusively for fleet sales. On 27 August 2019, the EX trim was announced, replacing all the previous trims, specializing in demand for business users. The engine lineup includes 1.5-litre petrol and 1.5-litre hybrid versions, with "Toyota Safety Sense" and a keyless entry and start system as standard equipment, and all colour variations reduced to four for both body styles.

In 2022, a minor third facelift occurred that added smoked-out headlights and taillights and standard LED projection lights.

Mitsuoka Ryugi (2014–2026)

An aftermarket modified version of the E160 Corolla by Mitsuoka called the Mitsuoka Ryugi was released in June 2014, replaced the Nouera which based on E140 Corolla. Initially only offered as sedan. Five grades are available: 15ST (equivalent to the 1.5 X), 15DX (equivalent to the 1.5 G), 15LX (equivalent to the 1.5 Luxel), Hybrid (equivalent to the Hybrid G), and Hybrid with heated seats (equivalent to the Hybrid G with heated seats). It was equipped with Toyota Safety Sense C.

The Wagon was added in January 2016. Unlike the mass-produced Corolla Regular, the Ryugi is hand-made. Three grades are available: 15ST, 15DX, and Hybrid.

The front fascia harkens back to the Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II which also used in the larger Galue. The Mitsuoka Ryugi was discontinued in 2026.

Discontinuation In February 2025, Toyota announced that production of the Corolla Axio and Corolla Fielder would end in October 2025 after 13 years.

Gallery Corolla Axio

Corolla Fielder

References

External links

Official Website – Corolla Axio (Japan) Official Website – Corolla Fielder (Japan)