What is the top speed of the Corolla 1.2t?
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The top speed of the Corolla 1.2t is 185 kilometers per hour, while in actual driving conditions, its practical top speed is 120 kilometers per hour. Taking the Corolla 2021 Pioneer Plus Edition as an example, it is a compact 4-door 5-seater sedan with the following dimensions: length 4635mm, width 1780mm, height 1455mm, wheelbase 2700mm, and a fuel tank capacity of 50 liters. The Corolla 2021 Pioneer Plus Edition is equipped with a 1.2t turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum power of 85kW at 5200-5600 rpm and a maximum torque of 185Nm. It features front-wheel drive, with a MacPherson strut front suspension and an E-type multi-link independent rear suspension.
I once drove a Corolla 1.2T on the highway, and the speedometer showed a maximum of around 195km/h before it wouldn't go any higher, with the body noticeably feeling unstable. Although the 1.2T engine has a turbo, it's still a small displacement, and the 120 horsepower struggling to pull the 1.3-ton body is quite taxing. The official specs claim a top speed of 190km/h, but in reality, it's also affected by tire type, wind direction, and road gradient. A friend of mine once tried the same model on a closed track, flooring the throttle but still couldn't break 200km/h. Important reminder: exceeding 120km/h on domestic highways is illegal, so don't actually test the limits. Safety first is what a seasoned driver should prioritize.
