Does the 2021 Corolla support Carlife?
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The 2021 Corolla supports Carlife. Here are the relevant details about the 2021 Corolla: 1. Dimensions: The 2021 Corolla measures 4635mm in length, 1780mm in width, and 1455mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2700mm. 2. Powertrain: It is equipped with a CVT transmission, with a top speed of 180 km/h. The maximum horsepower is 116 hp, and the maximum torque is 185 Nm. The fuel tank capacity is 50L. It features a front MacPherson strut suspension and a rear E-type multi-link independent suspension. 3. Exterior: The entire front face adopts the latest Toyota family design language, with a horizontal open lower grille design that looks very aggressive.
As an owner of the 2021 Corolla, I can confirm that all models in this series support Baidu Carlife. I specifically bought this car for this feature, and it's incredibly convenient to use: just plug in your Android phone with the original USB cable to connect to the infotainment system, and the navigation is directly displayed on the center screen—much more stable than using a phone mount. However, note that only Android 5.0 or above is supported; Apple users might need to use CarPlay instead. During traffic jams, I simply use voice commands by saying 'Xiaodu Xiaodu' to adjust navigation, and the response is quite fast. The only downside is the lack of wireless connectivity, requiring a cable connection every time. The in-car app store also allows downloading mini-programs like Ele.me, which is quite handy for ordering takeout while waiting in the car.
The 2021 Corolla indeed comes equipped with Baidu Carlife connectivity, which is clearly stated in the official specifications. I've specifically researched this: it requires a USB cable to connect an Android phone and mirrors phone apps onto the vehicle's large screen. While it works with iPhones, functionality is limited mainly to navigation and basic entertainment features. Compared to similarly priced models, its multimedia system is more user-friendly than the Honda Civic's - the Civic requires additional modules for similar functionality. It's recommended to update the Carlife App on your phone to the latest version before connecting, as older versions may experience crashing issues. The inability to support wireless screen mirroring is a minor drawback, but the built-in Bluetooth audio support somewhat compensates for this.
