How many cylinders does the Toyota Corolla 1.2t engine have?
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The Toyota Corolla 1.2t engine is a four-cylinder engine. The 1.2t engine utilizes Toyota's dual VVT-iW variable valve timing technology, direct fuel injection technology, and water-cooled intercooler technology. It can simultaneously implement the Otto cycle and Atkinson cycle, giving it an advantage in fuel economy. The Toyota Corolla is a compact car under FAW Toyota, with dimensions of 4540mm in length, 1760mm in width, and 1490mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2700mm. In terms of interior, the air vents on both sides of the Toyota Corolla's dashboard have been changed from the current polygonal design to a circular design. The chrome trim on the dashboard has slight differences in shape compared to the current model, and the layout of the decorative panels and buttons around the gear shift lever has also undergone some changes.
I've been driving a Toyota Corolla 1.2T for over three years now, and its engine is indeed a 4-cylinder. At first, I hesitated whether such a small displacement would be powerful enough, but in reality, it feels quite smooth, especially when starting quickly in city traffic jams. The turbocharging ensures it doesn't lag during acceleration, particularly on the highway where the power kicks in as the revs rise. The advantage of a 4-cylinder engine is its simple structure and affordable maintenance. I just change the oil every six months during servicing, and it's never had any issues. It's excellent on fuel efficiency, with a fuel consumption of only about 6 liters per 100 kilometers, saving me a lot on fuel costs compared to my colleagues' cars. When I bought the car, I specifically test-drove it for a few days. It makes perfect sense for a family car like this to have a 4-cylinder configuration—more cylinders would only increase fuel consumption and noise. Now that I'm used to it, I think this design balances economy and performance well, making it particularly suitable for daily commuting.
