Just thought I would do a quick update on life with the Corolla.
Firstly, it’s averaging just over 61 mpg which is pretty unbelievable given that I’m not a slow driver. This has been with a mix of journeys both town, A roads and motorways and it’s been set to normal mode not economy. On the motorway I’ve been setting the ACC to 75 mph sometimes 80 mph and the aircon has been on all the time. It fascinates me how the hybrid system works, I’ve actually changed my view on these self charging hybrid engines and if a Lexus was on the scheme, I would give it some serious thought.
Now the bad. The seats are the most uncomfortable I’ve ever known and my bum gets seriously numb after around an hour at the wheel. My back has been fine due to the excellent lumbar support function. I will have to look for a cushion of some sort to help my poor bum.
Finally, the noise is a definite problem both the CVT and road noise despite it having really small wheels.
If economy is top of your list, the Corolla will take some beating.