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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  Reliable - 2007 Toyota Corolla
  By bob d - July 30 - 6:03 am

  Corollas are the car you can depend.

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  Reliable Piece of Junk - 2002 Toyota Corolla
  By g zeine - July 28 - 3:33 pm

  Since, I bought the car in Sept. 2001, I have had to rebuild the engine before 60,000 miles, had the brakes done twice, window motor replaced, catalytic converter replaced. I had the engine rebuilt due to burning oil, now about 50,000 plus miles later it is burning oil again. Door lock on passenger only works manually. While, it cranks up every time, I have never had a Toyota that has cause me such trouble or cost me so much while owning it.

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  Interest in selling - 2000 Toyota Corolla
  By Hall - July 28 - 10:00 am

  I have had excellent service from this vehicle but feel it is time to exchange for a newer model. Have had no problems or complaints about performance ability,

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  My 2003 Corolla S - 2003 Toyota Corolla
  By Babygyrl0021 - July 28 - 10:00 am

  I bought my 2003 Corolla S a little over a year ago from Lustine in Woodbridge VA(do not recommend anyone going there.My experience buying this car was absolutely horrible)I will never buy a car from them again!! Anyway,other than that Ive only had a few minor issues with my car.Within the first few months the screws on the driver side visor came loose.Also the dash rattles.The brake pedal squeeks.The driver side automatic windows clicked when rolling down.I have taken it to Lustine several times to fix these problems and they still havent fixed a few things.Guess that has to do with the dealership.

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  A tough act to follow! - 2008 Toyota Corolla
  By Jerry - July 28 - 5:00 am

  I bought my 2008 Corolla to replace my 1995 Geo Prizm which I recently retired having driven it more than 338,000 miles with its original engine, transmission and clutch still intact and never having been rebuilt! Since the Geo Prizm was a Toyota Corolla clone and having experienced first hand how reliable and economical the Prizm had been, I was naturally drawn to the Corolla, although I did consider the Honda Fit and Mazda 3 as well. I chose the Corolla for the legendary reliability and build quality, the excellent fuel economy, a comfortable, quiet ride and an excellent value overall. So far, I have been very pleased with my Corolla, but the Prizm will be a tough act to follow!

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  Great little econocar - 2000 Toyota Corolla
  By Mike Gates - July 26 - 7:50 pm

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  Had not drove a Toyota before. - 2016 Toyota Corolla
  By Matt B - July 22 - 11:13 pm

  Rented this car for 10 days. I drove it across the country. The power mirror adjustment is on the dash behind the steering wheel. You can not see it while in the seat, so it is difficult to adjust while driving. There was plenty of room on the door to put it in the correct place. Gas mileage could be improved with a higher overdrive gear. The engine was running around 3,000 RPM on the highway. Ideally should be around 2,200 RPM. Car was noisy, but at that level I would expect. Very low tech in the instrumentation/radio. The cigarette lighter does not stay powered to charge your phone while the car is off. The hood release should probably not be paired with the gas opening lever on the floor. I see potential safety issue if you do not realize you pop the hood. Car gets the job done.

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  Exceptional Ride, Quality engineering - 2005 Toyota Corolla
  By Cali Driver - July 22 - 10:00 am

  Great ride, took a trip to Vegas on half a tank of gas! Was deciding on Camry or Corolla, Corolla won because of the gas milage. Longo Toyota and AAA was just fantastic, quality follow through after the sale. Love seat riser, simplistic/functional dash that Toyota is famous for. The occasional convoys on open highways new Corolla drivers get into is amusing and a subtle tribute to the engineers, (up to 5 following). Because space here is limited, My advice to everyone, read the manual to find out more cool features. Btw, I work down the street from Toyotas CA offices and lot of Toyotas on their lots dont think youd get that from GM.

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  never buy american again - 2005 Toyota Corolla
  By willie mays - July 22 - 10:00 am

  have been a ford man all my life,when ford or any other american company could build a car as good as this one then i would go back but that going to happen went from an explorer to this car and what a ride,comfort and gas milegae the gauge never moves car handles well and ride is smooth.thought going from suv to compact car would be a problem boy was i wrong.car has so much room you would be surprised.

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  Nice for the price - 2005 Toyota Corolla
  By BAE - July 22 - 10:00 am

  Very nice car for the price. Plenty of room inside. Handles nicely and good exceleration. Not getting the MPG as advertised. Overall good car to drive.