Overview & Reviews

Well into its fourth decade of production, the compact Toyota Corolla is the best-selling car in automotive history, and for good reason. Small, inexpensive, fuel-efficient and as reliable as the day is long, the Corolla is the quintessential economy car. As long as you change the oil on time and don't hit a tree, any Corolla should provide dependable transportation well past the 100,000-mile mark. That's why so many shoppers keep buying Corollas year after year.

Since its 1968 introduction in the U.S., the Toyota Corolla has come in a variety of body styles, including a sedan, coupe, hatchback and wagon. More recently, however, it has only been available as a sedan. Today's Corolla has almost as much rear passenger space as a midsize sedan and its fuel economy is impressive. Although rivals boast sportier designs and more entertaining driving dynamics, a Corolla is nonetheless an excellent choice for smart consumers on a budget.

User Reviews:

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  corolla s - 2006 Toyota Corolla
  By ladycactus - April 5 - 4:30 am

  I am not pleased with this car at all. fuel mileage is 32mpg on hwy. inside noise is to loud, any slight wind blows the car all over the place its not stable. the factory windshild crack easy with the smallest of pebbles.

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  That affordable car everyone buys - 2012 Toyota Corolla
  By cappecan - April 4 - 5:39 am

  I bought my 2012 Corolla LE brand new off the lot with 30 miles on it. I have owned it six months, and have put 5,000 miles on it, and have encountered zero problems. It has done what it was intended and built to do, and thats safely transport me from point A to point B. These Corollas are designed to go for a long time, and present safety and superb reliability. And thats exactly what a Corolla does. They arent comparable to their "sister car" the Camry in any way because they dont have any of the luxurious qualities a Camry does. I think thats why they are reasonably priced. As far as safety is concerned, a Toyota will always be one of the safest vehicles on the road.

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  Back Pain - 2010 Toyota Corolla
  By BWC - April 4 - 2:33 am

  Even though specs say car is bigger, it seems smaller inside; feel crunched. All Corollas have slanted seats (toward back, fall into a "V" shape) which kills the back unless you use a slanted cushion. Id like to know who designs cars and why dont they get consumers input?

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  My search is over! - 2004 Toyota Corolla
  By Ladybug - March 31 - 8:23 am

  The Corolla promises to be a reliable, fuel efficient car. It is peppy, comfortable, with storage for everything within easy reach. The air vents provide more directional adjustment for heat and air. Two trip odometers, one for gas mileage and the other for actual trip length. No frills, nothing fancy, but I dont need all that. I need a comfortable, reliable car that wont cost a fortune to drive.

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  Love Toyotas - 2007 Toyota Corolla
  By 1yoda - March 31 - 4:40 am

  I have owned Toyotas for quite a long time. Love them! I do a 40 mile commute to work and it is really good on gas. Just have one problem. The rims look rusty! My dads 87 Toyota pickup has better looking rims them mine. Dont know. Bought it brand new with 11 miles on it. Paying a lot of money and the rims shouldnt look like that!

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  Great Car for the money - 2003 Toyota Corolla
  By jacknimble - March 27 - 10:00 am

  This is a great car for the money. Mine is a 5-speed LE with leather, and I cannot believe how much car $15k can buy. obviously, its a small car, but you do not feel you are in an economy car. I was looking for a car at a certain price point, but I would have bought the car on its merits alone.

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  Slightly Disappointed - 2006 Toyota Corolla
  By Sasha - March 26 - 1:40 pm

  First, I think Corollas are overpriced for being as bare bone as they are. Second concern is the quality. 1) Interior - I hear rattling noises every time the car goes over a small bump. Drivers seat is not stable in its position - keeps sliding back/forth when accelerating/braking. I already see the panels that cover side airbags begin getting unglued. 2) Brakes - very poor quality. I drive very carefully and I almost got into a couple of accidents since the time a bought the car. 3) Gas mileage - I do not get more than 25 mph driving in the city. I drove for almost 900 miles and I still see no improvements. 4) Low-beam lights are too dim to drive at night. There is a recall on that

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  reliable with style! - 2014 Toyota Corolla
  By davestr1 - March 25 - 11:48 pm

  Ive had my 14 corolla s plus for 7 months. I havent had one issue with it. It gets great gas mileage. Probably my favorite feature is the led headlights. They are amazing! Your night vision cant be beat by any of the competition right now. Its really impressive how well they work. theres plenty of room in the back seat for passengers, the front seats are comfortable as well. Nice dash display. the cvt is fine. Its different than what youd be used to at first but it tries to act like a regular automatic with shift points. Not a race car, but a gas sipping sedan with style. I might end up buying it after the lease is up. Leds are a huge plus!

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  I love this car - 1995 Toyota Corolla
  By klbvxf - March 23 - 8:56 am

  I love love love this car. Bought it used with 113k on it and after 2 years shes at 143k. Gets 32 mpg combined. In 2 years the only thing Ive had to do is replace the tires and get the oil changed. It has been going through a lot of brake fluid lately due to a small leak, but nothing worth worrying about. The trunk is huge and I love the fold down back seat. Mine does vibrate a lot at higher speeds and when you first start it, but not enough to be a problem. I thank this car on a regular basis for being so good to me.

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  Great car! - 2015 Toyota Corolla
  By CJ Lewis - March 22 - 10:46 pm

  This is my second Corolla that Ive owned, my first was a 2011 LE Corolla. There are many improvements over the last generation car, but none bigger than the new CVT transmission they switched to. CVT transmissions aremt known for their power or insane amount of performance, but it has the right amount of kick to get you where youre going. For a small 4-cylinder with no added turbo, this car is quick and zippy; but dont expect track performance of any kind. My last gen Corolla had a glitch with its transmission that would cause it to hesitate around 45-55 mph; luckily the new transmission gives no such problems and runs like a dream. The style of the car has also been revamped in this new generation, and it has given the car a tad more muscle while also keeping its femininity as well. The interior is also improved in this generation, with the material being more stain resistant and sturdy. The new gen also has an increased wheel base from front to back giving back seat drivers a little more leg room to work with. Even the tallest of guests will find comfort in the back seat, and for its size; there is none better. The steering is more tight than in previous generations and the car does have improved handling and grip. The addition of automatic climate control is very nice, but most cars at this price range offer dual climate control, and this car does not. The Bluetooth works the best it ever has and Toyota has improved their sound systems that come with their base models. Overall, the new Corolla is better than its predecessor; but it can still be improved. You wont find a more reliable car at this price, nor will you get the support Toyota has behind this vehicle. Its definitely a car you can be proud to own.