Description
2023 Toyota Corolla Icon HEV CVT specification, focused on the UK-market model (Icon trim with Hybrid Electric Vehicle and Continuous Variable Transmission). This combines official Toyota data and common UK specification info into ~500 words you asked for:
Overview & Positioning
The Toyota Corolla Icon HEV CVT is the entry-level grade in the UK Corolla range for 2023, offering Toyota’s efficient self-charging hybrid technology (HEV) paired with a smooth CVT automatic transmission. The Icon grade is well-equipped for its price point, balancing practicality, comfort, safety and economy — ideal for daily commuting or family use.
Powertrain & Performance
The Icon HEV CVT uses Toyota’s full hybrid electric system with a petrol engine and electric motor working together via an electronically-controlled continuously variable transmission (e-CVT). The system seamlessly blends power delivery for efficiency and smooth acceleration.
Toyota UK Magazine
In the standard 1.8-litre hybrid version found on many Icon models:
Total system power: ~138 bhp / 103 kW (combined petrol + electric)
Toyota UK Magazine
Engine type: 1.8-litre inline-4 petrol with hybrid electric motor
Transmission: e-CVT automatic; front-wheel drive
0–62 mph: ~9.1 seconds (hatchback; similar for estate)
Top speed: ~112 mph
There’s also a 2.0-litre hybrid option in the Corolla range (but less common on standard Icon), producing higher power (~178–193 bhp depending on spec) with quicker acceleration around ~7.4–7.9 s.
Fuel Economy & Emissions
The hybrid powertrain is tuned for high efficiency:
Combined WLTP fuel economy: typically ~62–64 mpg depending on body style and tyre size
CO2 emissions: around ~100–103 g/km on the standard 1.8 HEV Icon
These figures reflect typical real-world driving in mixed city and motorway conditions.
Dimensions & Practicality
The Corolla Icon is available in both Hatchback and Touring Sports (estate) body styles:
Length: ~4,370 mm (hatch) / ~4,650 mm (estate)
Width: ~1,790 mm
Height: ~1,435 mm
Luggage capacity: ~313 litres (hatch) / ~581 litres (estate)
These dimensions make the Corolla competitive in the compact family car segment — offering decent interior space and cargo flexibility, especially in Touring Sports form.
Standard Equipment (Icon Trim)
Despite being the entry-level grade, Icon is well featured:
16-inch alloy wheels and automatic LED headlights
Toyota Smart Connect+ multimedia with touchscreen and DAB radio
Reversing camera and parking sensors
Dual-zone air conditioning and heated front seats
Safety tech: Toyota Safety Sense including adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, road sign assist, automatic high beam.