Model Name: Toyota Corolla XE Saloon
Chassis Code: E-AE110
Year of Manufacture: 1997
Body Type: 4-door sedan
Seating Capacity: 5 passengers
Drive Layout: Front-wheel drive (FF)
Length: ~4315 mm
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Width: ~1690 mm
Height: ~1385 mm
Wheelbase: 2465 mm
Curb Weight: ~1040 kg
Engine Code: 5A-FE
Configuration: Inline-4, DOHC, 16-valve
Displacement: 1498 cc (1.5 L)
Max Power: ~100 PS (~74 kW) @ 5600 rpm
Max Torque: ~14.0 kg·m (≈137 N·m) @ 4400 rpm
Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Fuel Tank: ~50 L
Transmission: 4-speed Automatic
Steering: Power-assisted rack & pinion
Front Suspension: Strut coil springs
Rear Suspension: Strut coil springs
Brakes: Standard front/rear brake configuration (disc front, drum rear typical for this class)
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Tire Size: 165SR13 (market dependent)
This 1.5 L engine is tuned more for fuel efficiency and reliability rather than sport performance.
Typical real-world economy can vary widely — often reported between ~8–12 L/100 km (≈8–12 km/L), depending on driving style and condition.
Basic air conditioning
AM/FM radio & cassette/CD
Power steering
Front and rear power windows
Manual mirrors/locks
Driver and passenger airbags only
GPS tracking installed