Toyota Corolla Verso 2001–2004 car dimensions: 4240 mm long, 1705 mm wide and 1640 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,355 kg. Braked towing is 1,200 kg.
The cabin seats five with rear seats that split, fold, tumble, slide or remove for flexibility. Manual air conditioning is available, with automatic climate control on higher grades. A CD stereo with LCD display is fitted, and optional satellite navigation adds a screen. Parking sensors form part of accessory packs, while a reversing camera is offered with navigation on some versions. Basic driver aids centre on ABS with EBD. no advanced systems like emergency braking appear.
Boot space measures 417 litres with seats in place. Folding or removing the rear seats expands capacity to 1760 litres for larger loads.
Braked towing capacity reaches 1200 kg on petrol models and 1350 kg on diesel versions, with unbraked limited to 450 kg. Payload sits around 415 kg. The flexible seating and load floor suit family or light work duties without special heavy-duty options noted.
The cabin feels tall and roomy for a compact MPV, with high-mounted front seats that adjust for height on the driver side and a flexible second row of three seats that recline, slide, tumble, fold or remove completely. Plenty of oddment storage is scattered around, the centre rear seatback drops to form an armrest with cupholders, and two integrated junior seats help with kids. Higher grades add air conditioning or climate control plus twin sunroofs, while insulation keeps noise low for a calm family feel.
1.6 VVT-i, 1.8 VVT-i petrol and 2.0 D-4D diesel engines available
ABS with EBD standard across the range
Driver, passenger and front side airbags standard
ISOFIX mountings and two integrated junior seats standard
Three-year/60,000-mile warranty with three-year paint and 12-year anti-perforation cover
Fuel choice covers lively 1.6 and 1.8 VVT-i petrol units plus an economical 2.0 D-4D diesel, all paired to five-speed manuals as standard with four-speed auto optional on the 1.8. Combined economy figures sit in the mid-30s mpg for petrol and higher for diesel, suiting mixed family use without frequent stops.
Servicing benefits from Toyota’s reputation for durability. The long warranty package covers the basics of ownership, and the simple mechanical layout with disc brakes all round keeps routine care straightforward for most owners.
Safety kit centres on a strong body with crumple zones, standard ABS plus EBD, and dual front plus side airbags. Pretensioners, force limiters and ISOFIX points add everyday protection, while the removable rear seats and junior boosters make child transport practical.
Living with the car is easy thanks to the versatile seating that expands cargo from a useful base volume to nearly 1000 litres when seats are out. High seating position aids visibility, electric windows and mirrors on most grades cut daily hassle, and the compact footprint still parks without drama.
Length 4240 mm, Width 1705 mm, Height 1640 mm, Wheelbase 2600 mm (Corolla Verso 2001–2004)
Sources: manufacturer data, Toyota Sweden official brochure/product sheet, autoevolution, dearcars, encyCARpedia, cars-data and others.