Toyota Corolla Fielder 2006-2012 used car review

The Toyota Corolla Fielder is a small station wagon that shares its name and some components with the popular hatchback.

Richard Edwards
Richard Edwards
Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group
Exterior , 2.5 out of 5 Drive , 3.5 out of 5 Safety , 3 out of 5 Value , 4 out of 5 Interior , 4 out of 5

Overall score , 3.4 out of 5

The good
  • Plenty of flexible load space
  • Corolla's legendary reputation for reliability
  • Very low fuel consumption
The not-so-good
  • CVT transmission shift patterns can be annoying
  • Tight shoulder space for rear seat passengers

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers’ guide

Variants

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2008 Toyota Corolla Fielder XG-Edition with safety package

Price

$6,000 to $14,500 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

1.5-litre four-cylinder, 80kW/140Nm (claimed)

Transmission

CVT automatic, front-wheel drive

Safety rating

Three-star Used Car Safety Rating

Servicing

15,000km or twelve months

Spare wheel

Spare wheel

Fuel economy

5.4-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Regular

Length

4420mm

Width

1695mm

Height

1480mm

Towing capacity

450kg (unbraked), 1000kg (braked) - unofficial

Turning circle

5.1m (radius)

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