Pros: Competitive pricing; pleasant interior with simple, straightforward dashboard layout; good close-quarters maneuverability; rear-seat legroom is among the best in the class
Cons: Not as quiet as class-leading compact cars; driving personality is rather bland compared to rivals such as the Ford Focus and Mazda 3; gooseneck-style trunklid hinges intrude on trunk space; no hatchback version available
CG Says: The 2017 Toyota Corolla gains standard Toyota Safety Sense-P which includes: pre-collision system with pedestrian alert; lane-departure warning and mitigation; adaptive cruise control; and automatic headlights. Toyota celebrates 50 years of Corolla production with a 50th Anniversary Special Edition model. Frontal styling has been revised and a rearview camera is now standard on the base L model. Corolla retains a conservative, practical character that appeals to a broad range of compact-car shoppers who just want reliable transportation. There are plenty of compact cars that are more engaging and enjoyable to drive, and several that have more-upscale trimmings, but this mainstream Toyota’s unassuming personality and reputation for reliability will still attract many buyers.
| Class | Compact Car |
| Body Style(s) | 4-door sedan |
| Passenger Count | 5 |
| Drive Wheels | front-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Toyota |
| Nation of Manufacture | Canada |
| Base Prices | L: $18,500 LE: $18,935 LE Eco: $19,335 SE: $20,445 SE 6MT: $21,665 XLE: $21,825 50th Anniversary Special Edition: $21,900 XSE: $22,680 |
| Base Engine 1.8-liter 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower 132 |
| Std. Transmission 6-speed manual |
| Avail. Transmission CVT or 4-speed automatic |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 27-28 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 35-36 |
| Optional Engine 1.8-liter 4-cylinder (LE Eco) |
| Horsepower 140 |
| Std. Transmission CVT |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 30 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 40 |
