Overview & Reviews

Completely redesigned, the 2009 Toyota Corolla looks much the same as last year's model but is a bit larger inside and out. Highlights on the new car include an available 2.4-liter engine and a navigation system.

• Smooth and controlled ride, excellent fuel economy with base 1.8-liter engine, attractive and ergonomic interior design, lengthy features list.

• Oddly weighted electric-assist steering, so-so gas mileage with 2.4-liter engine.

User Reviews:

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  2009 Toyota Corolla LE - 2009 Toyota Corolla
  By thaip - September 28 - 1:36 am

  It is a great car for driving to work and local shopping. The mileage is incredible, I am averaging between 35 to 38 so far, including local and highway. The car has decent horsepower but the interior is looking a little cheap. Overall, it is a great car and I cant complain!

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  Our best car ever! - 2009 Toyota Corolla
  By Dave C. - September 23 - 1:29 am

  Cons: Its noisy on the highway (probably due to limited interior insulation). Pros: Extremely reliable; We bought it new in June, 2008 and now (Oct., 2015) are still driving it with over 132,000 miles. The only real repair, other than the wearables, (tires, brakes, etc.) has been a rear wheel hub replacement ($500. expense) which was necessary due to a bad internal sensor. We found out later that a properly-inserted pipe cleaner might have cleaned off the dirty, not defective, sensor and eliminated even that repair expense. We really like our Corolla and consider it to be our most dependable, and economical vehicle evr. PS: We have been driving for 41 years and have had well over 20 vehicles in that time period.

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  Vehicle - 2009 Toyota Corolla
  By Gafield Bent - September 6 - 6:10 am

  I bought this vehicle January 10, 2009, for the price it is a great deal for the buck. I have two draw backs on this vehicle, first the clock is in a odd place, and the vehicle mph does not reflect the actual mph. I havent noticed the steering problem that some owners are talking about, if I do I will be taking it in to the dealer for a fix. Overall this car is great. This is my forth corolla now,and I will recommend this vehicle to anyone.

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  Reliable and Worth every penny - 2009 Toyota Corolla
  By haseebkhan770@gmail.com - August 24 - 12:30 pm

  I bought this car brand new in January 2009 and traveled a lot for work. I now have 200K miles and use this as my second car for short trips. So far everything still works and no major mechanical issues or rusts. As long as you are changing the oil every 4K miles and tune up every 75K miles you should be good. Just be easy on the gas pedal since it doesnt have a lot of power.

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  Love it - 2009 Toyota Corolla
  By Laura Green - August 11 - 12:25 pm

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  Toyota 2009 S 5 speed - 2009 Toyota Corolla
  By Peter M. - August 4 - 2:23 pm

  I had a 2007 Toyota Corolla CE bought as a second commuter car for business. After driving it for about 11 months, I got tired of it small size and basic features. I traded it in for a 2009 Corolla S, 5 Speed 1.8 L. This car is much bigger inside, heavier and feels more substantial and less cheap. It is said that the first two years of a model are the best for build quality and then the manufacturer cuts corners to make more money. I noticed this in the reviews of the previous 2003 to 2008 editions of the Corolla. The steering could be a bit heavier. The car is very quiet, enhancing the audio system.

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  2009 Toyota Corolla LE With Alloys - 2009 Toyota Corolla
  By thaip - July 24 - 11:40 pm

  I just picked up my car a week ago. So far, I only put on 500 miles. I like it so far. It drives comfortably and very quiet. I am surprised how quiet it is.

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  Great run around car - 2009 Toyota Corolla
  By Don - June 6 - 8:46 pm

  Purchased car to save mileage, have SUV for winter time, needed car to run errands. 10,000 miles and getting 35 mpg still. Great on 2 hr road trips. Comfortable and easy to park downtown or at mall.

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  Its a Toyota through and through - 2009 Toyota Corolla
  By Kaytee - May 7 - 3:53 pm

  Ive had the car about 2 weeks and 400 miles and so far I love it and am still discovering things about it! Its quiet and has a very smooth ride. The moonroof is cool, as is the satellite radio and 6-CD changer. Its very comfortable to drive and feels solid. The interior dome light comes on when the key is turned off. The running lights get brighter as the environment darkens. The power windows remain operable for a minute or so after the key is turned off for those of us who habitually forget to close the windows before turning off the car. The trunk is roomy and even has a place to set things so they wont fall over, like a gallon of milk. Its Toyota quality and innovation.

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  Great Balance - 2009 Toyota Corolla
  By Willy - April 17 - 12:20 am

  We traded in our 2002 Monte Carlo SS two weeks ago for this Corolla S. My main motivation was gas mileage. I didnt expect to find a car that can get 35 mpg and zip up the mountains where I live. I carpool with my wife to work 35 miles each way and it is a comfortable, quiet ride. The car has enough power to climb the hills and handles great through the back roads. I thought I would be sorry letting the Monte Carlo go, but with the S I can still "play" when the mood hits. Oh, my wife almost got a speeding ticket... over 100 mph! Thank goodness the highway patrol was busy with someone else! If this car lives up to the Toyota name over the next 7 years, as I expect, Ill be very happy.