Toyota has launched a limited edition version of their recently launched Toyota Corolla Altis. There will be 300 units made at 11.35 lac (ex-delhi) price tag.
IMO, Corolla in Altis avatar was never matching up to the popularity of Civic and Civic Sport prompting company to take this step.
For Official Press release, Read On:
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MUMBAI: Toyota Kirloskar Motor on Thursday introduced all new Corolla Altis Sport (limited edition) to target young car enthusiasts.
The new Corolla Altis Sport has been designed to give customers the stylish image of a car which is youthful and sporty, and has exciting new features.
Adding to the stylish look of the car is an aerodynamic front and rear bumper spoiler, a classy headlamp garnish, sleek side skirts and exclusive rear LED spoilers. Commenting on the launch of the new limited edition, Mr. Hiroshi Nakagawa, Managing Director, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) said, “The Corolla Altis launched last year has been highly appreciated by our customers because of its advanced luxury and comfort features. We are now delighted to introduce the all new Corolla Altis Sport, which will offer sporty styling in combination with these features.”
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Courtesy: Economic Times (June 4, 2009)
Apparently, There is no mention of this launch on Toyota India website. Frankly, I find this car more appealing than the run of mill Toyota Corolla Altis. Also, It is to be noted that most companies in this range have a Sport Model, for example Civic Sport, Cedia Sport, Octavia vRS and so on. Is this the case of automotive industry following the footsteps of Bollywood where most songs these days are accompanied by a 'remix' version. Because if there was something better than the original, it would be THE ORIGINAL.