TOYOTA COROLLA GLI

🚗 Overview

The Corolla GLi Automatic 2019 is one of Toyota’s reliable, compact sedans with a smooth automatic gearbox, popular in Pakistan for its low maintenance and fuel efficiency.

⚙️ Engine & Performance

• Engine Options:
  • 1.3 L VVT‑i petrol (≈1,298 cc), producing about 84 hp
  • Later models may have 1.6 L version, but GLi commonly features the 1.3 L reddit.com+15autos.hamariweb.com+15alghanimotor.com+15pakwheels.com+1pakwheels.com+1.
• Transmission: 4-speed automatic, smooth for city driving but considered underpowered by some .
• Fuel Economy:
  • Approximately 11–12 km/L in city, up to 15 km/L on highways with 1.3 L engine reddit.com+3simplewheelreviews.blogspot.com+3reddit.com+3.

🛋️ Interior & Comfort

• Seating: Seats five comfortably with good legroom; considered a decent family sedan.
• Features:
  • Power steering and windows
  • ABS with dual airbags
  • Radio/CD player (some later versions may have added features like reverse camera) gari.pk+15alghanimotor.com+15reddit.com+15.
• Ride Quality: Soft suspension absorbs bumps well, making for a smooth ride reddit.com+3simplewheelreviews.blogspot.com+3reddit.com+3.

🔧 Maintenance & Reliability

• Durability: Known for long-lasting engines; many cars exceed 250,000–800,000 km with routine maintenance reddit.com.
• Cost: Spare parts are cheap and widely available across Pakistan autos.hamariweb.com+6reddit.com+6reddit.com+6.
• What to Watch:
  • Transmission fluid for automatic units
  • Suspension and fuel pump in older models pakwheels.com+15reddit.com+15reddit.com+15reddit.com+3reddit.com+3reddit.com+3simplewheelreviews.blogspot.com.

💰 Market Price in Pakistan

• Used Price Range: Around PKR 3.3–5 million, depending on engine size (1.3 vs 1.6), mileage, and condition gari.pk+8pakwheels.com+8reddit.com+8.
• Selling Example: A 1.3 L automatic in Karachi with ~43,000 km sold for PKR 3.59 million .

✅ Pros & Cons

📝 Final Verdict

The 2019 Corolla GLi Automatic is a solid choice if you value dependability, reasonable running costs, and comfort for city driving. It’s not the fastest, but offers a hassle-free experience and strong resale value. Be sure to check:

1. Engine health (compression, leaks)
2. Smoothness of the automatic gearbox
3. Suspension condition

If you want more power or modern features, consider upgrading to a 1.6L Altis or Grande variant.