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
| 👍 Pros | ⚠️ Cons |
|---|---|
| Reliable with low maintenance | Underpowered with automatic 1.3 L |
| Good fuel economy | 4-speed auto may feel sluggish reddit.com+4reddit.com+4reddit.com+4 |
| Affordable spare parts | Limited modern features (no touchscreen, etc.) |
| Smooth and comfortable ride | High-mileage units can have wear on suspension |
📝 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:
- Engine health (compression, leaks)
- Smoothness of the automatic gearbox
- Suspension condition
If you want more power or modern features, consider upgrading to a 1.6L Altis or Grande variant.
