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Know What Hybrid Rivals Have to Offer. Toyota Corolla Hybrid Faces the Future BYD King in Technical Comparative
The hegemony of the Toyota Corolla Hybrid among hybrid sedans is about to be disrupted by the arrival of a new competitor from China: the BYD King. After being spotted in Brazilian territory in early April, the BYD sedan wants to compete with the Corolla Hybrid. But how will this fight play out? The technical comparison between the two models may provide some answers, according to the Estadão website.
Hybrid Comparative: Performance and Autonomy of Sedans
Before comparing the sedans, it is important to say that, although they are medium hybrid models, we are talking about different hybrids. The Corolla Hybrid is a HEV (full hybrid), while the King is a PHEV (plug-in hybrid), which can be charged at a power outlet.
Corolla Hybrid:
- Engine: 1.8 naturally aspirated engine with 16V and 101 hp of maximum power, and two electric motors of 72 hp, totaling 122 hp of combined power;
- Fuel Consumption (ethanol): 12.8 km/l (city) and 11.1 km/l (highway);
- Fuel Consumption (gasoline): 18.5 km/l (city) and 15.7 km/l (highway);
- Battery: 1.3 kWh of capacity;
- Acceleration (0 to 100 km/h): 12 seconds;
BYD King:
- Engine: 1.5 DM-i engine with 204 hp and torque of 33.1 mkgf combined;
- Electric Range: 100 km;
- Battery: 18.3 kWh of capacity;
- Fuel Consumption (gasoline): 26.3 km/l (WLTP data);
- Acceleration (0 to 100 km/h): 7.9 seconds;
Dimensions, Internal Space, and Luggage Space
BYD King:
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- Length: 4.78 m;
- Width: 1.83 m;
- Height: 1.49 m;
- Wheelbase: 2.71 m;
- Trunk: 450 liters;
Toyota Corolla:
- Length: 4.63 m;
- Width: 1.78 m;
- Height: 1.45 m;
- Wheelbase: 2.70 m;
- Trunk: 470 liters;
Embedded Technology and Standard Items
Corolla Hybrid:
- Instrument Cluster: 12.3″ Digital;
- Multimedia Center: 9″ screen with wireless mirroring for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay;
- Others: Dual-zone automatic and digital air conditioning, wireless phone charger, USB ports, seven airbags, and various ADAS systems (front collision warning, adaptive cruise control, etc.);
BYD King (Chinese version):
- Instrument Cluster: 8.8″ Digital;
- Infotainment System: 12.8″ screen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity;
- Others: 4G connectivity, digital air conditioning, ventilated seats, 360° camera, and driver assistance package;
Prices of Sedans
BYD King:
- Price in Mexico: 499,800 pesos (approximately R$ 152 thousand).
- Launch in Brazil: Expected for July.
Toyota Corolla Hybrid:
- Prices in Brazil: From R$ 187,790 to R$ 198,890.
Corrolla sem dúvida
Já tive o desprazer de ter um Lifan e sei bem como foi a experiência de ter um chinês na garagem ou melhor no mecânico pois quebrava câmbio semestralmente fora problemas de longarina trincada sem nunca ter carregado peso só andando na cidade de São Paulo esburaquenta, pra mim chinês na garagem nunca mais. Hoje tenho um Nissan e estou muito satisfeito com ele, nunca tive Toyota mas é japonês como a Nissan e creio ser bom também. Na dúvida paguem a mais e comprem Toyota ou Nissan que são tanques de guerra perto dos chineses.
Fico com o Corolla com toda certeza, qualidade e confiança já conhecida por todos.