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Toyota presents tuned S3 Corolla at SEMA

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Toyota presents tuned S3 Corolla at SEMA

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Toyota only took the covers off the 2009 Corolla sedan today and already we have first images of a new high-performance version dubbed the S3. Although there are no plans for production, the new S3 shares some of its accessories with the regular production model such as the sports bodykit and interior trim.

Powering the car is the same 2.4L four-cylinder petrol engine but with a supercharger kit and front-mount intercooler installed for added performance. The car also features a set of 20in chrome wheels, a sports exhaust with a dual pipe muffler and a set of lowered springs.

The new Corolla will officially go on sale in February next year and will be available in five different levels of trim. Two sports versions will be available, the new S and XRS lines, and both off these offer a few minor upgrades such as color-keyed bodykits, 17in alloys, a strut tower brace and plenty of chrome.

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By winter olympics Posted: 1/3/2010 8:55pm PST

am very disappointed with the 09 Corolla. I was certainly expecting a Corolla that was much more of an update on the old body. It looks much too similar, and the interior is very dull, boring, cheap looking. I currently own an 05 Corolla XRS. Not many were made. It has the mandatory 6-speed trans and more horsepower than the new model. One improvement I see is the automatic trans with sport shift mode in the XRS. Other than that not much that is really new and exciting to talk about.
I've already ordered my new Accord Coupe. Now I know I will definately buy it when it arrives. This new Corolla has nothing that comes close to make me want to change my mind. Toyoata design engineers.... what were you thinking???? It's just more of the same. Get creative and stop trying to play with the same old basic body style and give us car lovers something to love!!

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