Healthy (hybrid) options: Toyota Corolla Altis vs. Toyota Camry
Toyota knows hybrid — a drivetrain that reduces a car's CO2 emissions and fuel thirst, and benefits that ensure a healthier, cleaner environment.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
How does the hybrid powertrain of the Toyota Corolla Altis Hybrid and Camry Hybrid work?
The Altis Hybrid and Camry Hybrid feature electric motors that assist their gas engines in propulsion, in order to decrease fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.What are the fuel economy ratings of the Altis and Camry Hybrid?
The Altis Hybrid and Camry Hybrid can reportedly net 21 and 22kpl, as claimed by the manufacturer.The Japanese carmaker is considered to be the hybrid pioneer, as it launched its unique Hybrid Synergy Drive for mass-produced cars in 1997. Basically, the hybrid drivetrain consists of an internal combustion engine (ICE), a battery, and electric motor. These three things work together or separately to provide power to the car's wheels.
As the ICE no longer relies too heavily on its own steam for propulsion duties, emissions and fuel consumption are kept low. Some carmakers' hybrid systems only use the electric running gear to provide the combustion engine an additional boost of power.
In some hybrid systems, the battery and e-motors enable the car to travel at short distances in electric power only. Once the juice runs out, the ICE takes over and drivers need to plug in and charge the car's electric running gear.
So, why did we describe Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive as "unique"?
That's because while the Synergy Drive allows for short, fully-electric journeys, the system can charge itself — no need to plug the car into an outlet. An electric generator and Toyota's ICE take care of the charging.
Since the Synergy Drive appeared in the 1997 Prius, the system achieved its eco-efficiency goal — and in such a reliable fashion, too. This is why the system found its way to the Corolla Altis Hybrid and Camry Hybrid we have here.
The Corolla Altis Hybrid is motivated by a 1.8-liter engine and an electric motor. This powertrain generates a maximum power output of 121hp and maximum torque of 142Nm.
When idle or at low speeds, only the Altis Hybrid's battery is used to power the car. To provide quicker acceleration, the gas engine and the e-motor work together. When this compact sedan's brakes are applied, a generator recovers the kinetic energy from braking which recharges the hybrid battery.
The vehicle automatically switches between driving modes depending on the road and driving conditions: conventional engine only, electric engine only, or combination of the two. All of these modes help the Altis Hybrid net an estimated 21kpl.
The Camry Hybrid also use the Toyota system that automatically shifts from gasoline engine to the hybrid battery based on speed, acceleration, and driving circumstances.
The Camry Hybrid's gas engine comes in the form of a 2.5-liter, which 178hp and 221Nm of torque. Along with the e-motor, this midsize sedan can reach a claimed 22kpl.
So, aside from the proven Toyota hybrid system, what else do the Altis and Camry Hybrid offer? The spec sheets of both cars, as provided below, tell more information about these environment-friendly sedans.
SPECIFICATIONS |
Toyota Corolla Altis 1.8 V Hybrid CVT |
Toyota Camry 2.5 V HEV |
Vehicle Type |
Compact Sedan |
Midsize Sedan |
Overall Length (mm) |
4,630 |
4,885 |
Overall Width (mm) |
1,780 |
1,840 |
Overall Height (mm) |
1,455 |
1,445 |
Minimum Ground Clearance (mm) |
141 |
140 |
Seating Capacity |
Five |
Five |
Engine Model |
2ZR-FXE |
A25A-FXS |
Engine Type |
Hybrid Synergy Drive, Variable Valve Timing - Intelligent, 4 Cylinder In Line DOHC, 16 Valve |
16-Valve DOHC, Four-cylinder, In-line, VVT-iE (Intake), VVT-i (Exhaust) |
Displacement (cc) |
1,798 |
2,487 |
Maximum Power Output (ps/rpm) |
97/5,200 |
178/5,700 |
Maximum Torque (Nm/rpm) |
142/3,600 |
221/3,600-5,200 |
Motor Generator Max. Power Output (ps) |
71 |
120 |
Total System Max. Power Output (ps) |
121 |
211 |
Fuel Type |
Gasoline |
Gasoline |
Fuel Tank Capacity (L) |
43 |
50 |
Transmission |
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
|
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) |
Suspension |
Front: MacPherson Strut with Stabilizer Rear: Double Wishbone with Stabilizer |
Front: MacPherson Strut Rear: Double Wishbone |
Brakes |
Front: Ventilated Disc Rear: Solid Disc |
Front: Ventilated Disc Rear: Solid Disc |
Tires and Wheels |
225/45R17 Alloy |
235/45 R18 Alloy |
Spare Tire |
Ground Tire |
Ground Tire |
Headlamps |
LED |
Bi-beam LED |
Headlamp Leveling |
Manual |
Automatic |
Daytime Running Lights |
LED |
LED |
Clearance Lamp |
With |
With |
Front Fog Lamps |
LED |
LED |
Outside Rear View Mirror |
Power Adjust with Turn Signal |
Power Adjust, Auto-Retract, Reverse, and Memory with Turn Signal |
Windshield Wiper |
Rain-Sensing |
Rain-Sensing |
Rear Window Defogger |
With |
With |
Rear Combination Lamp |
LED |
LED with Black Accents |
Door Belt Molding |
Body color |
Chrome |
Hoodlift Assist |
With |
With |
Antenna |
Printed Type (Rear Window Glass) |
Printed Type (Rear Window Glass) |
Moonroof |
Without |
Tilt and Slide + Jam Protect |
Seat Material |
Leather |
Smooth Leather |
Seat Adjustment |
Driver: Eight-Way Manual Adjust, Front Passenger: Four-Way Manual Adjust Rear: 60:40 Split Folding with Center Armrest
|
Driver: Eight-way Power Adjust, Memory, and Lumbar Support Front Passenger: Eight-way Power Adjust Rear: Power Recline and Trunk Through |
Instrument Panel and Center Cluster |
With LED Illumination |
With LED Illumination |
Multi-Information Display |
Seven-inch Thin-film Transistor (TFT) |
Seven-inch Thin-film Transistor (TFT) |
Economy Meter |
Eco Meter and Hybrid System
|
Eco Meter and Hybrid System |
Head Up Display (HUD) |
Without |
With |
Steering Type |
Electric Power Steering
|
Electric Power Steering |
Steering Column |
Tilt and Telescopic |
Tilt and Telescopic (Power and Memory) |
Steering Wheel Material |
Leather |
Leather |
Steering Wheel Controls |
Audio, Multi-Information Display, Phone, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, and Lane Departure Alert |
Audio, Multi-Information Display, Phone, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, and Lane Departure Alert |
Inside Rear View Mirror |
Auto- Dimming |
Auto-Dimming |
Sun Visors |
Driver and Front Passenger; with Mirror and Lamp
|
Driver and Front Passenger; with Mirror and Lamp |
Parking Brake |
Electronic Parking Brake
|
Electronic Parking Brake |
Door Trim |
Soft Touch Panel + Matte Black Ornament |
Soft Touch Molded Trim with Leather |
Cup Holder |
Front: Two Rear: Two |
Front: Two Rear: Two |
Bottle Holder |
Front: Two Rear: Two |
Front: Two Rear: Two |
Rear Sunshade |
With |
Back: Power Rear Door: Manual |
Room Lamp |
With |
With |
Front Personal Lamp |
With |
LED |
Rear Personal Lamp |
With |
LED |
Door Courtesy Lamp |
Front |
Front and Rear |
Inside Door Handle Lamp |
Without |
With |
Foot Lamp |
With |
With |
Luggage Room Lamp |
With |
With |
Illuminated Entry System |
Room Lamp, Key Illumination, Inside Door Handle, and Foot Lamp
|
Room Lamp, Key Illumination, Inside Door Handle, and Foot Lamp |
Keyless Entry |
Smart Entry |
Smart Entry |
Ignition System |
Push Start System |
Push Start System |
Drive Mode Select |
Eco, Normal, and Sport |
Eco, Normal, and Sport |
EV Mode |
With |
With |
Power Windows |
Auto + Jam Protect
|
Auto + Jam Protect |
Power Door Locks |
Speed Sensing |
Speed Sensing |
Air Conditioning System |
Single-Zone Automatic |
Three-zone Automatic with Rear Seat Control Panel |
Rear A/C Vent Duct |
With |
With |
Light Control System |
Standard |
Automatic + Follow me Home |
Cruise Control |
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
|
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control |
Audio System |
Eight-inch Display Audio |
Nine-inch Display Audio |
Connectivity |
Apple Carplay, Android Auto, Smart Device Link, and Miracast |
Apple Carplay, Android Auto, Smart Device Link, and Miracast |
Audio System Function |
AM/FM Radio, Bluetooth, and USB
|
AM/FM Radio, Bluetooth, and USB |
Speakers |
4 Speaker + 2 Tweeters |
Nine-speaker JBL |
Wireless Charger |
Without |
With |
Rear USB Charger |
With |
Two |
12V Accessory Outlet |
One |
One |
Pre-Collision System (PCS) |
With |
With |
Automatic High Beam (AHB) |
With |
With |
Lane Tracing Assist (LTA) |
With |
With |
Lane Departure Alert (LDA) |
With |
With |
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) |
With |
With |
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) |
With |
With |
SRS Airbags |
Driver, Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Side, and Driver’s Knee
|
Driver, Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Side, and Driver’s Knee |
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) |
With |
With |
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) |
With |
With |
Hill-Start Assist Control (HSA) |
With |
With |
Seatbelts |
Front: Three-point ELR with Pretensioner and Force Limiter Rear: Three-point ELR (x3) |
Front: Three-point ELR with Pretensioner and Force Limiter Rear: Three-point ELR (x3) |
Seatbelt Reminder |
Lamp and Buzzer |
Lamp and Buzzer |
Child Restraint System |
Isofix (x2) and Tether Anchor (x2)
|
Isofix (x2) and Tether Anchor (x2) |
High Mount Stop Lamp |
LED |
LED |
Emergency Brake Signal |
With |
With |
Toyota Vehicle Security System |
Immobilizer and Alarm |
Immobilizer and Alarm |
Camera |
Back Monitor |
Panoramic View Monitor |
Clearance and Back Sonar |
Rear: Two |
Front: Four Rear: Four |
Available Body Colors |
Platinum White Pearl Mica, Celestite Gray Metallic, Silver Metallic, Attitude Black Mica, Red Mica Metallic, Super White II |
Platinum White Pearl Mica, Metal Stream Metallic, and Attitude Black Mica |
PRICE |
P1.595 million (P1.610 million Platinum White Pearl) |
P2.335 million |
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Length
4630 mm
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4420 mm
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4605 mm
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4475 mm
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4638 mm
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Width
1780 mm
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1730 mm
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1765 mm
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1706 mm
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1822 mm
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Height
1435 mm
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1475 mm
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1460 mm
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1469 mm
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1460 mm
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Power
138
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98
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128
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89
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102
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Torque
153 Nm
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123 Nm
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225 Nm
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132 Nm
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142 Nm
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Automatic Climate Control
No
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No
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Yes
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No
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-
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Rear A/C Vents
No
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-
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-
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-
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Yes
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Keyless Entry
Yes
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-
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Multi-function Steering Wheel
No
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No
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Yes
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No
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-
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Adjustable Seats
Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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4-Way Driver
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