2015 Toyota Corolla

A smart choice for Sunshine Coast commuters, first-car buyers, students and downsizers wanting dependable petrol motoring, easy automatic driving and a practical hatch thats simple to live with every day.

The Corollas dependable 1.8L four-cylinder petrol engine produces 103kW and 173Nm, giving you enough response for urban traffic, highway merging and everyday running around town. Paired with Toyotas smooth MultiDrive S CVT automatic, it makes commuting through Maroochydore, Caloundra or Nambour comfortable and straightforward.

With combined consumption as low as 6.1L/100km, this Corolla is well suited to those wanting to stretch each tank further. It runs happily on regular 91 unleaded and carries a 50L fuel tank, making it an economical companion for daily Sunshine Coast commuting and longer weekend drives.

Compact outside doesnt mean impractical inside. Theres approximately 280L of luggage capacity with the rear seats in place, expanding to around 1,120L when theyre folded. That gives you useful flexibility for shopping, sports equipment, beach gear, luggage or those occasional larger loads.

The Ascent keeps the cabin user-friendly with touchscreen infotainment, Bluetooth connectivity, USB and AUX inputs and a six-speaker audio system. A reversing camera adds welcome convenience when backing into tight Sunshine Coast shopping-centre spaces, while steering-wheel controls help keep commonly used functions close at hand.

Safety is reassuringly comprehensive for a small hatch of its era, with seven airbags including drivers knee protection, Electronic Stability Control, Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist. Backed by a 5-star ANCAP safety rating, it makes an appealing option for first-car buyers and everyday family use alike.