Toyota Corolla will be predominantly hybrid

Toyota is officially discontinuing the production of non-electrified Corollas in Japan’s domestic market. However, in several countries, gasoline versions of the popular model will remain on sale for now.

The decision to phase out traditional engines is related to a reallocation of capabilities: factories will now focus on producing hybrids. In Japan, only the Corolla with a 1.8 L hybrid powertrain (2ZR-FXE) is now available. Even the compact Corolla Axio, which was still offered with regular gasoline engines, will soon disappear from catalogs.

In Europe, buyers will still be able to choose a Corolla with a 2-liter M20A-FKS engine, but as of 2022, hybrid versions already dominate here — a way for Toyota to adapt to strict environmental standards. In North America, however, the base configuration will likely retain the non-hybrid 2.0-liter engine, while the electrified version will remain an option.

In other regions, the engine range for the Corolla E210 varies from a modest 1.2-liter turbo to a powerful 2.0-liter 'four-cylinder.' The Chinese market offers the most choices, featuring several powertrain options.

Meanwhile, Toyota is preparing a surprise: early next year in Japan, a completely revamped Corolla will debut. It's expected to continue its eco-friendly path, while maintaining a balance between technology and the usual comfort.