Overview & Reviews
A sporty new XRS model debuts boasting a 170-horsepower engine and a sport-tuned suspension. Additionally, all Corollas receive a restyled front fascia and rear taillights. The LE model now has Lexus-like Optitron instrumentation, along with a cloth-trimmed center console and sun visors. Side curtain airbags, stability control and a JBL audio system are all new options.
- Refined and roomy interior, excellent gas mileage and crash test scores, long list of safety features, spunky XRS model, illustrious reliability record.
- Awkward driver-seat position, bland personality, gets pricey when even basic features are desired, sedan body style only.
User Reviews:
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just great/fun so far, witt - 2005 Toyota Corolla
By witt - August 17 - 10:00 amits just great so far. has been over a mountain passes in colo. 14 times,so know it will do what is required,it has enough power though it needs second many times at those altitudes,as it is an automatic trans. style is smooth and clean seating is just fine for two and gas mileage is superb. service is spotty at best,so far. it has been in for service three times (5days)for a hole in seat and warped plastic side airbag piller covers. perhaps 05 parts are behind schedule, suggest waiting for warrenty work.
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An excellent car - 2005 Toyota Corolla
By Corolla 05 owner - August 11 - 3:50 amI purchased my Corolla in 2005 and am extremely pleased. Gas mileage is its strongest suit, a consistent 37-40 mpg (41 when I first bought it, and Id probably still be getting that if I changed the air filter more frequently and didnt drive 70-75 mph). Ive had no mechanical problems at all, just the occasional oil change, fluid fill-up. 5sp manual makes it fairly fun to drive and allows me to compensate for the moderately low horsepower (126) when accelerating so I can beat out a lot of faster cars if I need to. Stability does suffer around 75 mph, especially on a windy day. When I change tires, Ill put larger ones on. The interior is extremely roomy and well-designed.
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the best - 2005 Toyota Corolla
By dmbc - May 28 - 10:00 ambest car toyota has made in a long time.
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Economic Commuter - 2005 Toyota Corolla
By Iowa driver - May 24 - 3:40 pmI bought our 05 CE certified used as a second commuter vehicle...during high gas prices. The gas mileage, build quality, and appearance are all excellent. Top mileage in gentle conditions (mostly highway, around 60 mph) we get 36 mpg. Average close to 400 miles per tank. I like the simple dash layout and open feel of the cabin. I am less happy with the ride quality. Pronounced road noise and jittery ride at highway speeds. On the highway it also feels light and gets pushed around my passing trucks or high winds. Know this is because it has a smaller wheel base and light frame for gas mileage. Considering trading up to Camry or Lexus. Need a better ride as a is suffer vertigo.
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Sporty Old man - 2005 Toyota Corolla
By Rafael - May 23 - 8:50 pmI was a Honda fan for the last 10 years, this is my first Toyota and I am excited with the performance in this car The XRS attracted me from the very first time that I saw on TV, especially the new DOHC engine with 170 hp, Honda never offered nothing like this and with any of the cars that I had, the closest one now is Honda the civic Si, which I already made him eat my dust, when I recently encountered one here on the highway. What else can I say!!!
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Fantastic! - 2005 Toyota Corolla
By Mike - May 15 - 7:26 pmI wasnt looking for anything flashy - just a reliable, efficient, decent- looking car. Ive always been pleased with Toyotas, but this one is by far the best Ive owned. Ive driven my Corolla from Texas to Manitoba to New York and loved every mile of it. No mechanical problems whatsoever. My gas mileage has averaged 33-36 city any 39- 42 highway. (I even got 46 mpg from one tank - highway driving across Kansas.) This car gives a really smooth ride and is a good value for the price. The heat and A/C really crank. I spent summer in TX & winter in NY and was always comfortable. Several friends of mine laughed at me for buying a Toyota until they rode in it and wished they had one of their own.
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Fantastic vehicle - 2005 Toyota Corolla
By Kabir Wali - May 8 - 7:37 pmWow, Toyota nailed it with this model. I own a 2005 Corolla Sports sedan with 112k now that I bought with 90k in March of 2014. Its really reliable, the gas mileage is great, the stock sound system they have is good also. Gives you close to 35mpg when youre driving on the highway, I like the fact that anything mechanically is easy to fix and cheap as well. Personally I have no issues with this car, mine came with the moonroof which was another pro for this car. The couple of things I wish it had was a aux slot, and steering wheel volume control as I keep leaning forward to change the radio station or make the music louder. Other than that, the car is great, hopefully I can put a lot more miles on it.
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COROLLA - 2005 Toyota Corolla
By DANNIEL - April 16 - 10:00 amGREAT CAR FUN TO DRIVE FUEL EFFICIENT SPORTY STYLE.
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XRS should be a small car contender!! - 2005 Toyota Corolla
By 94ludelvr - April 16 - 10:00 amPrice can be too high for some but if you can afford this 4 door rocket, get it! Using the Celicas engine it is rev-happy and is extremely brisk on the street! Going up to the mountains from Denver it easily scooted up those 6% inclines with 3 people in it and A/C on! Not an easy feat for most econo- boxes!!! Comfort is great, noise a smidgen high but not terribly bad! I do, however, have one gripe...the tires...lil too much flex on the sidewall when cornering, other than that the corolla loves to be tossed into corners! Even better ABS, all disc brakes, 6-speed, cruise, etc...and with Toyota reliablility!
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Corolla S - 2005 Toyota Corolla
By Edison_Ortiz - April 16 - 8:43 amToyota Corolla is a fun car to drive. Purchased the model S for the wife and she loves its design and features. Family and friends are often awed by its looks and wonder how much it cost. Wife feels like she is driving a luxury car with all the standard features this car provides. I would recommend Toyota Corolla S to anyone looking for reliable good looking car.
