2018 Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport MZEA12R

The 2018 Toyota Corolla MZEA12R Ascent Sport Hatchback features a 2.0L Dynamic Force petrol engine paired with a 10-speed shiftable CVT automatic, producing 125kW. This FWD hatchback includes LED headlights, 16-inch alloy wheels, an 8-inch touchscreen with reversing camera, and Toyota Safety Sense (pre-collision safety, lane departure alert).

Key Features & Specifications
Engine & Transmission: 2.0L 4-cyl Petrol (M20A-FKS) with 10-speed CVT automatic.
Safety (Toyota Safety Sense): Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) with pedestrian/cyclist detection, lane departure warning with active assist, active cruise control, road sign recognition, and 7 airbags.
Interior & Convenience: Cloth upholstery, 6-speaker audio system, Bluetooth, 8-inch infotainment touchscreen, reversing camera, manual air conditioning, and electric parking brake.
Exterior: LED headlights, LED Daytime Running Lights (DRLs), LED tail lights, power-folding side mirrors, and a full-size spare alloy wheel.
Performance: Front-wheel drive with McPherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.

Common Options & Packages
Satellite Navigation: Frequently added as an option on the Ascent Sport.
Paint: Premium paint options (, Glacier White is standard, metallic/pearl options).

This model represents the start of the 12th generation (MZEA12R) Corolla hatchback, offering a significant upgrade in styling and driving dynamics over the previous 1.8L models.