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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  Love this car! - 1999 Toyota Corolla
  By willkeepitforever - June 5 - 12:53 pm

  My husbands car has almost 200,000 mi on it and you just cant kill it! It just goes forever if you keep up with oil changes every 3k and proper maint. I just wish they would make it roomier for people up to 58" -6 tall. That is truly the only complaint. I am only too happy to get a small economical car that is a good buy! Not to mention tremendous resale value. I spoke to two owners that have sold their 1999 Toyota Corollas between $2,300.00 - 3,200.00. Just goes to show the public still has confidence in Toyota! I used to be a Honda person, but switched to Toyota after two of my Hondas needed a Transmission at 180,000 mi. - Bye Bye Honda! Just bought two more Toyotas for my family

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  Best Car For Your $ - 2008 Toyota Corolla
  By Ray - June 1 - 7:00 pm

  I love my 08 Corolla, I would like to see a better front seat. Far as rest, it is # 1 in my books. I will be installing cruise next week. More comfort on long hauls.

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  Grandma Car - 2005 Toyota Corolla
  By jhy - May 31 - 7:43 pm

  Too pricy. Engine is too noisy (leak of power). Cheap Goodyear tires (cant hold). Uncomfortable seats. Build quality is very poor. Nothing special. Toyota is now too lazy to be the best.

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  Steering wheel from hell - 2003 Toyota Corolla
  By Bioman - May 29 - 2:00 am

  Love the car except for only one item. Poor steering wheel placement. My knees hit the wheel if I have to break as it does not adjust out to the driver. It is also a very small steering wheel. What was Toyota thinking about? I bought the car as I was in love with the fuel economy and reliability. Now I am not sure it was worth it.

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  Passed on the Civic, Great Decision! - 2003 Toyota Corolla
  By windsurfer1 - May 28 - 10:00 am

  I was a loyal Honda owner... family owns Civics and Accords, previous car was a Civic, etc. So naturally, I test drove Accords and Civics first when looking at a new, fuel efficient car. Stumbled on the Corolla and was surprised and excited. The Civic felt cheap and "plastic-y", the Corolla felt much more comfortable, had better fuel effieciency and acceleration, and looks sportier. I chose the Corolla and am so happy that I did! Its been nearly two months now and I am truly in love with my car!! Id recommend it to any loyal Honda owner in a second.

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  Boring!!!!!!!!!!!! - 2009 Toyota Corolla
  By Ugh! - May 28 - 5:13 am

  This is absolutely the most boring car Ive ever owned. Ive owned everything from sedans, to coupes, to convertibles, and trucks - this is the least inspiring car I could ever imagine to own. I drive a lot for work, and I just wanted something with good fuel economy and a reputation for reliability. I suppose it has that in spades, but thats all it has. In a practical sense, there is nothing wrong with the car. It does what its meant to do, but I hate driving this car. I cant wait until I get rid of it. The engine is lifeless, and the steering and handling are non-existent. Boring, boring, boring, boring!! I will probably never buy another Toyota, and would never buy a Lexus either.

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  A great second car. - 2003 Toyota Corolla
  By Joe Z - May 25 - 1:43 am

  I turn on the ignation and it starts at once,never a failure so far.Great gas milage.Installed new tires at 43000 miles. Not so good features: A hard ride and could be less noisy.Over all, a great value.

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  Corolla Lover! - 2004 Toyota Corolla
  By Peter Mitchel - May 24 - 10:00 am

  High quality car in every aspect compare with the money you pay! Best milage: 38 mpg at 65 mph in highway in mountain terrain (after break-in). Power more than enough for the weight of the car. Excelent handling quality. Good handling in snow condition.

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  I LOVE my Corolla! - 2004 Toyota Corolla
  By Mellissa - May 24 - 10:00 am

  The Corolla is my favorite car on the road right now. Its quiet, quick, and a blast to drive. My husband complains that its not a stick, but he drives it almost as much as I do. Its great on gas too which no one would complain about.

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  Works for me... - 2004 Toyota Corolla
  By Deborah2742 - May 24 - 10:00 am

  Toyotas engines win hands down when it comes to miles. No American made economy car can compare. I researched well before I bought, because Im a single woman who hates car problems. I wanted something I could trust.