ALL-NEW TOYOTA COROLLA TOURING SPORTS ESTATE 2.0 HYBRID 2020 REVIEW

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The 2020 Toyota Corolla Touring Sports Estate 2.0 Hybrid receives a comprehensive review, highlighting significant improvements over its predecessor. The reviewer praises the updated styling, particularly the fresh front end and modern rear signature, while noting the estate's enhanced practicality with increased trunk space and improved rear legroom compared to the hatch. Interior quality is noted as massively upgraded, with soft-touch materials and well-designed elements, though the infotainment system's software is described as simple and outdated, with a notable absence of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in the European market at the time of review (though an update is expected). The 2.0 Hybrid powertrain delivers a respectable 180 horsepower, offering a good balance of performance and impressive fuel economy, frequently achieving figures around 4-5 liters per 100km (over 50 mpg US). While the ride comfort is good and the steering well-balanced, the suspension could be slightly better compared to some competitors like the Volkswagen Golf, and high-speed noise insulation is adequate but not class-leading. The reviewer concludes that the Corolla Touring Sports is a well-rounded package, offering a straightforward, comfortable, and efficient driving experience with a good price-performance ratio, making it a strong contender, especially for those prioritizing practicality and fuel savings.