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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  Wonderful reliable car - 2009 Toyota Corolla
  By jastin - August 27 - 11:22 am

  I have been driving my corolla for 95000 miles over just 3 years. This car has been on long road trips with no problems. Car is comfortable, very little cabin noise. Reliability has been exceptional, only oil and filter change. Drive like the day I took it out of the dealership.

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  A total gem - 1997 Toyota Corolla
  By steve - August 25 - 11:56 pm

  I bought the car after having to replace nearly all the parts on a 1995 Ford f150 [junk]. Since owning it, I have changed the oil every 3500 to 5000 miles and just recently did some work on it. I had a 125,000 tune up, and the battery died after 10 years. The timing belt is still good, it is like a cockroach, I do not think it will die. I have 127,000 miles on it and expect to go 300,000 with ease. Thought of getting a new one, but why, this car is amazing and what auto manufacturers should be producing. The 125,00 tune up was radiator flush, spark plugs, etc. And the mechanic said I could probably have gone to 150,000 and even then maybe not. What a car, love it love it love it.

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  Cheap, Cheap. The worst car I ever owned. - 2015 Toyota Corolla
  By Plator - August 23 - 6:45 pm

  You buy, you own! Toyota has chosen the cheap and poor way to engineer this car. The warranty does not respond to to any issue the car might have. Be aware that when you go to a "certified Toyota tech" they will deny the evidence, and Toyota managers will back them up. Specifically, the seats are the worst I have ever seen. The driver seat sank after the first 15000 miles and now my "tail" is right on the support metal. For Toyota this is normal at all levels. My other 15 years civic does not have the problem. I can live with the poor performance and cheap everything, but at least a seat that doesnt kill me is probably normal to ask.

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  Very good - 2004 Toyota Corolla
  By Madhusudan - August 20 - 7:16 pm

  I bought mine used last year and have driven 10,000 miles since then. So far, it is perfect. No trouble at all. My city driving (to work) should not be considered for mileage as I stop 5 minutes in total 10 minutes; even then it gives me 22. However, on hwy with cruise control (or even without) it goes beyond 40! Its amazing. I also like the huge trunk space. It runs smooth even when it is pretty cold (like 10 degrees outside).

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  Too bad with the recalls - 2009 Toyota Corolla
  By pgklee - August 19 - 12:36 pm

  Car is very easy to drive. Love the Gas mileage Im getting. Comfortable even for a tall person (I am 64"). Feels very solid. Not too worried about the recall, as with the Manual transmission a sticking accelerator would be less of a safety problem. Dealership has been great even replaced the radio after I had a small problem with it.

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  I must have got the lemon - 1999 Toyota Corolla
  By Jason - August 18 - 10:06 pm

  I bought this car because of its reputation with reliability and good fuel economy. I put aside my thirst for a sporty car and decided this car would be more practical. However, this car has had the craziest electrical problems. With only 80,000 miles on the car, while driving on the highway, the speedometer dies and the transmission will not shift out of first gear. It only happens in the summer if it has been sitting in the sun, or if I am driving on the highway in the winter with the heater on, so heat is obviously a factor. No mechanic has been able to fix it and I have spent around 1,000 dollars trying to get this problem fixed.

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  Not what I was expecting - 2014 Toyota Corolla
  By scottr32 - August 17 - 3:11 pm

  I drove the car for a few weeks before I had to get rid of it, power was horrible, fuel mileage was subpar even compared to my v8 camaro. The weight was too light for safe driving in any road conditions, consistently hydroplaned in the rain and had to fight it to drive straight while passing another vehicle. The power is extremely poor and the interior looked mixed together. The only good thing was the exterior appearance and I even found that lacking. The ride quality was very poor too, had to get out of the car after thirty minutes to stretch because the seats lacked poor support.

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  Dont let toyota fool you anymore! - 2005 Toyota Corolla
  By a_mechanic_001 - August 17 - 1:53 pm

  I worked for a dealership, and now I own a Toyota. I have to tell you, this car is the cheapest pile of garbage they have ever produced!! Recalls on computers, serpentine belt tensioners that fail, belts that make noise, intake manifold gaskets that crack and leak..

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  Bread and Butter Car - 2010 Toyota Corolla
  By Grandpa - August 13 - 8:36 pm

  After many test drives, I narrowed the field to the Kia Forte and the Toyota Corolla. I judged the Corollas seats to be more comfortable, and thats very important and very personal. Overall, the Corolla is quite competent and well mannered. Its quiet on the highway. It is sufficiently peppy, and handles well. Between the seat controls and the tilt and telescoping steering wheel, I can get quite comfy in the drivers seat. I also know for a fact that the anti-lock brakes work very well.

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  Very Dependable Car - 2004 Toyota Corolla
  By Corolla LE - August 13 - 6:53 pm

  This is my fourth Corolla, and sixth Toyota vehicle. My wife loves to drive it, and she feels very secure, and safe. Gas mileage is about 29-31 MPG in the city, and it improves on the open highway. I ordered my Corolla with anti-lock brakes, side airbags, and every other safety feature that was available at the time. I find it is a quiet, and easy to drive car, and I would never hesitate to buy another. The seats are comfortable, and the driving position for my wife is good, since she is short; albeit, for myself, I find the steering wheel close to the dash, and far to reach when I push the seat back for my driving position.