Toyota Corolla, 1966–1970

Toyota Corolla 1st generation (E10) specifications

The Toyota Corolla 1st generation (E10) was built from 1966 to 1970. This page lists all 12 versions (wagon, coupe and sedan) with 59–64 hp and 85–90 Nm of torque.

59–64 hp
Power (44–48 kW)
85–90 Nm
Torque (63–66 lb-ft)
140 km/h
Highest top speed (87 mph)
3,848 mm
Length (151 in)

All versions

From least to most powerful. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market and model year.

Power, torque and performance for each version of the Toyota Corolla 1st generation (E10).
VersionEnginePowerTorque0–100 km/hTop speedGearboxDrive
1.1 AT wagon 3 doors1.1 litre gasoline59 hp 44 kW85 Nm—140 km/hAutomatic, 2-speedRear wheel drive
1.1 AT Coupe1.1 litre gasoline59 hp 44 kW85 Nm——Automatic, 2-speedRear wheel drive
1.1 AT Sedan1.1 litre gasoline59 hp 44 kW85 Nm—140 km/hAutomatic, 2-speedRear wheel drive
1.1 MT wagon 3 doors1.1 litre gasoline59 hp 44 kW85 Nm—140 km/hManual, 4-speedRear wheel drive
1.1 MT Coupe1.1 litre gasoline59 hp 44 kW85 Nm——Manual, 4-speedRear wheel drive
1.1 MT Sedan1.1 litre gasoline59 hp 44 kW85 Nm—140 km/hManual, 4-speedRear wheel drive
1.2 AT wagon 3 doors1.2 litre gasoline64 hp 48 kW90 Nm—140 km/hAutomatic, 2-speedRear wheel drive
1.2 AT Coupe1.2 litre gasoline64 hp 48 kW90 Nm——Automatic, 2-speedRear wheel drive
1.2 AT Sedan1.2 litre gasoline64 hp 48 kW90 Nm—140 km/hAutomatic, 2-speedRear wheel drive
1.2 MT wagon 3 doors1.2 litre gasoline64 hp 48 kW90 Nm—140 km/hManual, 4-speedRear wheel drive
1.2 MT Coupe1.2 litre gasoline64 hp 48 kW90 Nm——Manual, 4-speedRear wheel drive
1.2 MT Sedan1.2 litre gasoline64 hp 48 kW90 Nm—140 km/hManual, 4-speedRear wheel drive

Dimensions and weight

Typical values for the 1st generation (E10), wagon, coupe and sedan.
Length3,848 mm151 in
Width1,491 mm59 in
Height1,379 mm54 in
Wheelbase2,286 mm90 in
Ground clearance160 mm6 in
Kerb weight700 kg1,543 lb
Seats4
Fuel tank36 litres10 US gal

Questions about the Toyota Corolla 1st generation (E10)

What is the most powerful Toyota Corolla 1st generation (E10)?

The 1.2 AT wagon 3 doors, with 64 hp (48 kW) and 90 Nm of torque.

What engines does the Toyota Corolla 1st generation (E10) have?

Engines from 1.1 to 1.2 litres, running on gasoline. The table above lists the power, torque and gearbox of each version.

How big is the Toyota Corolla 1st generation (E10)?

About 3,848 mm long, 1,491 mm wide and 1,379 mm tall (151 in long), weighing 700 kg. Figures vary slightly by body style.

Every Toyota Corolla generation

  1. 1st generation (E10) 1966–1970
  2. E10 1966–1970
  3. 2nd generation (E20) 1970–1974
  4. E20 1970–1974
  5. 3rd generation (E30, E40, E50, E60) 1972–1980
  6. E50, facelift 1976–1981
  7. 4th generation (E70) 1979–1987
  8. E70 1979–1983
  9. E70, facelift 1982–1983
  10. 5th generation (E80) 1983–1988
  11. 6th generation (E90) 1987–1993
  12. E90 1987–1991
  13. 7th generation (E100) 1991–2002
  14. E100 1991–2002
  15. 8th generation (E110) 1995–2000
  16. 8th generation (E110), facelift 1997–2002
  17. E110, facelift 1997–2002
  18. E120 2000–2004
  19. 9th generation (E120, E130), facelift 2003–2007
  20. E130, facelift 2004–2007
  21. E140 2006–2010
  22. 10th generation (E140, E150), facelift 2008–2013
  23. E150, facelift 2008–2013
  24. 11th generation (E160, E170, E180) 2012–2016
  25. E160 2012–2016
  26. 11th generation (E160, E170, E180), facelift 2015–2019
  27. E170, facelift 2015–2020
  28. 11th generation (E160, E170), second facelift 2017–2025
  29. 12th generation (E210) 2018–present
  30. 12th generation (E210), facelift 2022–present
  31. 12th generation (E210), second facelift 2025–present

Toyota Corolla overview: current engines, dimensions and markets

Sources: manufacturer data for each version. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market, model year and equipment.