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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  perfect for me - 2003 Toyota Corolla
  By TRD - October 28 - 2:00 am

  Test driving cars finally ended when I decided to go over to a Toyota dealer. I shopped for cars for a long time, but I am very satisfied with what I bought. Only complaint is that the car sits way too high! I will drop the car an inch or two. Everything else is great. I am a college student and I need a car thats reliable and fast on the side. It has been easy to mod the car up.

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  What A Great Little Car - 2007 Toyota Corolla
  By Corolla Happy - October 25 - 4:33 am

  Being retired, we tried getting along with one car for a year but, living in a rural area, it just didnt work. After much research, we decided on the Corolla CE as best suited for our second car needs. Now after 9 months of of trouble free ownership, its rapidly taking primary car status away from our 05 Pacifica. The little car is pleasing to drive and feels bigger than it is. Our fuel mileage is consistenly higher than that posted on the window sticker.

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  Great Value! Reliable! - 2007 Toyota Corolla
  By ellen - October 21 - 2:06 pm

  I have had this car for 9 months and it is great on gas! I have not had any problems with it at all (and it is brand new so I would hope not) and it is easy to get around in! For the price it is a great value and quality is excellent.

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  Fun Little Commuter - 2015 Toyota Corolla
  By Brian K. McMillian - October 21 - 9:30 am

  I bought this has a second vehicle for myself with the plan it would be passed onto my 11 year old when she turns 16. My main vehicle is a Toyota FJ Cruiser, but due to having to constantly drive the kids literally hundreds of miles a week for activities, I was putting too many miles on a vehicle I want to keep forever and one that cannot be replaced since they quit making them. Anyway, I shopped all around for vehicles in the Corollas size category, but I just couldnt find one that matched Toyotas quality. I did own a 2008 Honda Civic Si for a short period, which looks very similar to this vehicle, but this Corolla is so much nicer and solid feeling than that Civic. I am very impressed with the ride, which is about as good as one can expect with the thinner tires on 17" wheels. The styling of this vehicle is very eye-catching, especially from the front. Acceleration is not going to win you any drag races, especially with the Continuously Variable Transmission, but after a short lag at first it will get up an go pretty good and I do not feel under powered on the interstate. Driving around town and doing a nice slow acceleration, you will not even feel a shift...it is so smooth! My favorite feature is the headlights. The S-Plus model came with LED lights for the low beam and they literally broadcast a intense wedge of light that totally wraps around the front of the vehicle. It almost looks like daylight! I need to get these for the FJ! I only have 450 miles on it thus far, but I am very happy with this purchase!

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  my sweet baby - 2010 Toyota Corolla
  By Judith McCausland - October 20 - 8:37 am

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  Best car Ive ever had - 2002 Toyota Corolla
  By joe - October 19 - 12:13 am

  The title says it. Of course I change the oil and filter every 2000 miles and do all maintenance like clock work. Manual 3rd gear with this motor is the best passing gear and merging lane combination I have ever seen in 42 years of car ownership. Need to pass someone on the highway at 50 mph? Downshift to 3rd and tromp on it. Pickup is superb, and they hear you coming.

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  lots of spunk - 2004 Toyota Corolla
  By d. - October 16 - 10:00 am

  great fun car to drive with alot of pep....

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  The Corolla 2003-2004, a mini Camry! - 2004 Toyota Corolla
  By wallynov - October 16 - 10:00 am

  The 2003-2004 Toyota Corolla has changed for the better. Although being very affordable, its like a mini Camry or mini Lexus. Although known to have 130 horses, it actually feels its got a lot more horse power when you drive it. If youre looking for an economy car with a taste of some luxury without the extra price, the Corolla is for you. Its a great car. I would not pass it by on the shopping list.

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  I love my corolla!! - 2004 Toyota Corolla
  By Magan - October 16 - 10:00 am

  This is a great car

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  The Best Car Ever - 2004 Toyota Corolla
  By Brooke1711 - October 16 - 10:00 am

  This is the best car Ive ever driven. I test drove MANY cars before I found my Toyota Corrola S. If anyone is looking for a fun, SAFE, fuel Economic vehicle, go for the Corrola.