2002 Toyota Corolla Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.23/5 Average
64 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

Pricing for optional value packages has been lowered for all trim lines.

Pros:
  • Smooth ride, spunky motor, tight build quality, refined bits and pieces, optional side airbags.
Cons:
  • Cramped and uncomfortable interior, mushy suspension, non-descript styling.

User Reviews:

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  • Piece of Junk - 2002 Toyota Corolla
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    Owned this car for a few years, had both Cats go change under warranty. Toyota put bad motors in these, rings that carbon up and dont seal. I was burning a quart every 200 miles when the car had 50,000, dealer told me they could not confirm the complaint. I have owned 3 Toyotas now and all were cheaply put together and I had nothing but problems. I thing it is time to give the American Cars a try again, can not be any worse then this Junk Box they call the best.

  • good for what you pay for - 2002 Toyota Corolla
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    The Corolla is not a performance car obviously, but for the money you get a car with great build quility and high reliabilty. Compared to the cars in its price bracket it has the best ride, and quality, and inside the wind noise is none existent unlike many cars in its price range. Performance sucks but what do you expect if this car had more HP this car would be a 10 out of 10.

  • super basic transportation - 2002 Toyota Corolla
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    I got this car to travel weekly between my home near New Orleans and my new job in Texas, 326 miles each way on the weekends. Am getting 39 miles at 70 mpg on highway, no problems at all. I am very tall and need seat to go back farther, other than that am fully satisfied. My last four vehicles have been Toyotas, super dependable, never in shop.

  • Toyota 2000 - 2002 Toyota Corolla
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    I leased Corolla 2000, now is near expire. I like Corolla and I am planning to return the leased one and buy another new Corolla 2002. It is reliable and economic especially for me communiting 50 mile per day.

  • 22k no problems - 2002 Toyota Corolla
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    We have had ours for a year and a half and not one single problem yet. never been to the dealer. we average 36.4 mpg. what more could you want?

  • 22k no problems - 2002 Toyota Corolla
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    We have had ours for a year and a half and not one single problem yet. never been to the dealer. we average 36.4 mpg. what more could you want?

  • Affordable and Sporty - 2002 Toyota Corolla
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    I was looking for something with a good history, with a style that wouldnt go out, and fuel efficient. I also found a great Toyota dealership that made me feel very comfortable in knowing I made the right decision.

  • I love my little 2002 Corolla CE - 2002 Toyota Corolla
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    I bought my Corolla in November of 2001 and always maintained very well. Changed the oil & filter at least twice a year, changed the plugs every 2nd year, get the antifreeze flush every 2nd or 3rd year if you lived up North like I do, and so on. Very content for my first new car and OMG, its good on gas, appx. 45 miles/km.

  • Unsatisfied Customer - 2002 Toyota Corolla
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    Over all this vehicles mech. are very good. It seems to be a quiet car. I am dissatisfied with the interior. I have had all 4 door panels replaced. Due to them being warped. I did not expect this from Toyota. I tried to get the vehicle replaced and was turned down. The blinkers were also broke when I bought the car brand new. I feel that Toyota does not stand behind its work. I am willing to try another one but I will be very careful when choosing my car. This car is not that comfortable if you have to ride in it for a long time. Great for around town.

  • Does what it supposed to do - 2002 Toyota Corolla
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    The Corolla is essentially a commuters car for one or two passengers. Commuters want reliability, economy and a comfortable ride. The Corolla delivers in spades. Looks and rear seat knee room are not as important to us commuters. The only weakness is roominess for drivers who are taller that 510". Otherwise, you cant go wrong with a Corolla. The ride and handling dramatically improved when I installed Yokohama TRZ tires.

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