Toyota Corolla XII (E210) (USA) 2.0 (169 Hp) CVT

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People\'s Opinion 4.6 / 5

Toyota Corolla:

The Toyota Corolla is a series of compact cars manufactured and marketed globally by the Japanese automaker Toyota Motor Corporation. Introduced in 1966, the Corolla has been the world's best-selling automobile nameplate of all time since 1997, when it surpassed the Volkswagen Beetle. Toyota reached the milestone of 50 million Corollas sold over twelve generations in 2021.
The name Corolla is part of Toyota's naming tradition of using names derived from the Toyota Crown for sedans, with "corolla" Latin for "small crown". The Corolla has always been exclusive in Japan to Toyota Corolla Store locations, and manufactured in Japan with a twin, called the Toyota Sprinter until 2000. From 2006 to 2018 in Japan and much of the world, and from 2018 to 2020 in Taiwan, the hatchback companion had been called the Toyota Auris....(Read more on Wikipedia)

XII (E210) (USA) Overview:

Toyota Corolla (XII (E210) (USA)). With 205 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.6 l/100km). With a weight of 1420 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

2.0 (169 Hp) CVT Verdict:

Performance Verdict

Combines the robust 2.0L Dynamic Force engine with a smooth and efficient Direct Shift-CVT, offering strong acceleration and refined power delivery.

Fuel Economy

Achieves impressive fuel economy for a non-hybrid 2.0L engine, benefiting from the advanced CVT design and engine technologies.

Best Use Case: Mixed driving / Highway cruising / Balanced performance and efficiency

Community Verdict

This rating is based on comments found on Reddit, scanned using artificial intelligence, and may not accurately reflect reality.

Allowed: 78% Neutral: 22% Issues: 0%

4.6 / 5

Based on AI analysis of 9 discussions

Read What Owners Say

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Those models are overpriced used, better buy new. You can get a base trim Corolla new for $25k, maybe you can also find a new Subaru Impreza or Mazda 3 for $25k. Or you could get a new Hyundai Elantra or Nissan Sentra for $20k, the current models are not as unreliable as reddit suggests. If you want to avoid a CVT you could also get a bigger, more comforable Hyundai Sonata with a conventional auto

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>I don’t have a crazy long daily commute, AWD is not a necessity, and I’m just looking for something comfortable and reliable with decent gas mileage. You might need to stretch your budget just a little but I would take a hard look at a new Corolla Hybrid. At least for Toyotas and Hondas buying a late model used one instead of new rarely has made sense for the last 20 years because they de

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Corolla is the better car. Ie not a shoebox

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Corolla hatchback has my vote. Styling is on point, 2 years free maintenance, and tss 3.0 it's a great warm hatch.

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All things equal the Corolla is probably a better car....

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My perfect car would also be the Corolla Touring Sports Hybrid if they'd bring it to US. But instead they will flood the market with more SUVs and crossovers. If they brought the wagon to the states I'd buy one immediately. That said, I'm currently leaning toward an Accord hybrid for my next car. The Tourx is appealing and heavily discounted but 21mpg in the city is a deal breaker with my com

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You can't really go wrong with a corolla or camry. If you wanted something around about the same, but a little less boring, a lexus IS is essentially a flashier Camry. I have one and its great. Out of the EVs I would go the Tesla, in 2019, Tesla were the kings of EV (That's now BYD) so their ride was the best of the bunch. The Kia carnival is decent also, but honestly if you think the IX35 is expe

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Just get the Corolla. Don’t bother with the other options if you already found a Corolla if you want the highest longevity. The VW 2.0T engines still consume oil. 2018 Sonata could have faulty engine that blows up at random where a rod tears a hole through the engine block. The Nissan could be okay but the quality isn’t very good. Especially with Nissan going bankrupt. I saw one new and the the

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Ang logic bakit mas preferred ang toyota or honda na mas matanda kesa sa mas batang chinese: - may proven track record na ang toyota at honda, na kahit hindi naalagaan nang maayos, tatagal ang engine at transmission. Honestly yan lang naman talaga, kasi yan ang pinakaimportante sa lahat ng parts ng sasakyan, ofc lahat importante, pero kapag engine and transmission ang may problema then problema t

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

• Exceptional fuel efficiency, especially with the hybrid powertrain.
• Legendary Toyota reliability and low maintenance costs.
• Comprehensive standard safety features (Toyota Safety Sense 2.0).
• Comfortable and composed ride quality.
• Improved interior design and technology compared to previous generations.

Cons:

• Not the most engaging driving experience in non-2.0L trims.
• Rear seat legroom can be tight for taller passengers.
• Some interior materials on lower trims feel basic.
• Sedan trunk space is adequate but not class-leading.

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Hatchback XII (E210, facelift 2022): August, 2024 - ).

General:
Brand:	Toyota
Model:	Corolla
Generation:	XII (E210) (USA)
Modification (Engine):	2.0 (169 Hp) CVT
Start of production:	February, 2019
End of production:	2022
Powertrain Architecture:	Internal Combustion engine
Body type:	Sedan
Seats:	5
Doors:	4

Engine:
Engine systems:	Particulate filter
Power:	169 Hp @ 6600 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:	85.1 Hp/l [221mm more]
Torque:	205 Nm @ 4400 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:	M20A-FKS More details about the engine M20A-FKS
Engine displacement:	1987
Number of cylinders:	4
Engine configuration:	Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:	4
Fuel injection system:	Direct injection and Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:	Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:	DOHC
Engine oil capacity:	4.6 l
Coolant:	6.2 l
Engine layout:	Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:	80.5 mm mm
Piston Stroke:	97.6 mm mm
Compression ratio:	13:1

Performance:
Fuel Type:	Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:	7.6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:	5.9-6.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:	6.9 l/100 km
Weight-to-power ratio:	8.3 kg/Hp, 119.8 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:	6.9 kg/Nm, 145.3 Nm/tonne

Space:
Kerb Weight:	1411-1429
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:	371 l
Fuel tank capacity:	50 l

Size:
Length:	4630 mm mm [221mm more]
Width:	1781 mm mm [68mm less]
Height:	1435 mm mm [43mm less]
Wheelbase:	2700 mm mm [61mm more]
Ride height (ground clearance):	130 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):	10.4 m [above average]

Powertrain:
Drivetrain Architecture	The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel	Front wheel drive
Transmission type	Automatic
Gearbox type	CVT
Front brakes	Ventilated discs, 274 mm [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakes	Disc, 259 mm [above average]
Assisting systems	ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering type	Steering rack and pinion
Power steering	Electric Steering
Tires size	225/40 R18
Wheel rims size	18
Front suspension	Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspension	Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer