Toyota Corolla RunX 2001-2007 used car review

The Toyota Corolla RunX is the Japanese import version of New Zealand’s favourite hatchback.

Richard Edwards
Richard Edwards
Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group
Exterior , 3.5 out of 5 Drive , 3 out of 5 Safety , 2 out of 5 Value , 4 out of 5 Interior , 4.5 out of 5

Overall score , 3.4 out of 5

The good
  • Very well built with legendary reliability
  • Service requirements are cheaper and less frequent than other small hatchbacks
  • Soft, comfortable ride
The not-so-good
  • Front seats lack base support, rear space is tight
  • Light trim prone to stains

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers’ guide

Variants

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2005 Toyota RunX X

Price

$4,500 to $10,000 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

1.8-litre four-cylinder, 81kW and 141NM

Transmission

Four-speed automatic, front-wheel drive

Safety rating

Two-star Used Car Safety Rating

Servicing

15,000km or twelve months

Spare wheel

Space saver

Fuel economy

7.7-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Regular

Length

4180mm

Width

1695mm

Height

1466mm

Towing capacity

550kg (unbraked), 1300kg (braked) (Unofficial)

Turning circle

10.2m

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