The best-selling nameplate in the world with 44 million units sold so far has been honored with the Best Small Sedan award at the 2018 Middle East Car of the Year (MECOTY) awards, the largest and most admired awards program in the Middle East. At the fifth edition of MECOTY, 16 independent senior editors from top automotive publications signifying the Middle East and North Africa came together to name 2018 Toyota Corolla the best small sedan.
The judges analyzed different small sedans on 10 different aspects including design and quality, exterior and interior, handling and drivability, safety and durability, performance and capability, technological innovation, emotional appeal and driver satisfaction, value for money (new purchase and resale), environmental performance, regional appeal, and comfort and practicality. The 12th generation Corolla aced in all the aspects.
Introduced in the region in July 2017, the 2018 Toyota Corolla comes with a number of updates offering improved driving experience. Toyota has loaded it with a number of safety features encompassing Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-Force Distribution (EBD), A Tire Pressure Warning System (TPWS) and Rear Fog Lamps.