DecodedCars2023 Toyota Corolla
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2023 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan Hybrid, 4dr Sedan L/Le, 4dr Sedan Se/Xle/Xse, 5dr Hatch
- Engines
- 1.8L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 3-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 97–169 hp
- Transmission
- CVT
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- Hybrid, Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 50 combined · 53 city / 46 hwy
- Length
- 172.4–182.7 in
- Curb weight
- 2,899–3,080 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 4 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 50 MPG combined — 81% better than the average 2023 compact car (27.6 MPG).
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 21 similar 2023 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2023 Toyota Corolla is a compact car offered with 3 engines (1.8L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl and 1.6L 3-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 183 inches long and 69 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,042 lb (4dr Sedan Hybrid).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 50 MPG combined (53 city / 46 highway), 81% better than the 2023 compact car average of 27.6 MPG, for an estimated $1,350 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 4 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 74 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2023
- Engine added: 1.6L 3-cyl turbo
- All-wheel or four-wheel drive now available
- Best combined MPG down from 52 to 50
Compared with 2022; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2022 Corolla →
Trims, performance & features
Engine169 hp2.0L 4-cyl
Engine97 hp1.8L 4-cyl hybrid
TransmissionCVT
Seating5 seats · 2 rows
Trims
18 SeriesSEL, LE, SE, XLELE
Safety & driver-assist features
Automatic emergency brakingStandard
Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard
Forward collision warningStandard
Blind-spot monitoringSome trims
Rear cross-traffic alertSome trims
Lane departure warningStandard
Lane keeping assistStandard
Adaptive cruise controlStandard
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard
Keyless startStandard
LED headlightsYes
Built in: Blue Springs, Mississippi · Toyota City, Aichi · Huntsville, Alabama
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2023 Corolla configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan Hybrid | 182.7 in | 69.3 in | 55.9 in | 106.3 in | 59.8 / 59.8 in | 3,042 lb | 61/39 |
| 4dr Sedan L/Le | 182.7 in | 69.3 in | 55.9 in | 106.3 in | 59.8 / 59.8 in | 2,899 lb | 61/39 |
| 4dr Sedan Se/Xle/Xse | 182.7 in | 69.3 in | 55.9 in | 106.3 in | 59.8 / 59.8 in | 3,075 lb | 61/39 |
| 5dr Hatch | 172.4 in | 70.5 in | 56.7 in | 103.9 in | 63 / 63 in | 3,080 lb | 61/39 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corolla Hybrid Hybrid | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 53 / 46 / 50 | +81% | $1,350 | 176 |
| Corolla Hybrid AWD Hybrid | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-Wheel Drive | 51 / 44 / 48 | +74% | $1,400 | 183 |
| Corolla Hybrid Hybrid | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 50 / 43 / 47 | +70% | $1,450 | 186 |
| Corolla Hybrid AWD Hybrid | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-Wheel Drive | 47 / 41 / 44 | +59% | $1,500 | 199 |
| Corolla Hatchback | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S10) | Front-Wheel Drive | 32 / 41 / 35 | +27% | $1,900 | 252 |
| Corolla | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S10) | Front-Wheel Drive | 32 / 41 / 35 | +27% | $1,900 | 254 |
| Corolla | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S10) | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 / 40 / 34 | +23% | $1,950 | 258 |
| Corolla Hatchback XSE | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S10) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 / 38 / 33 | +20% | $2,050 | 266 |
| GR Corolla | 1.6L 3-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 28 / 24 | +3% | $3,400 | 368 |
8/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
8/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Save $5,250Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
27.6 MPG2023 Compact Cars average
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2023 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Toyota COROLLA 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 10.5% |
StandardElectronic stability control
StandardForward collision warning
StandardLane departure warning
Similar 2023 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Toyota Corolla (this car) | 50 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2023 Honda Civic | 36 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2023 Toyota Camry | 52 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2023 Nissan GT-R | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Toyota Prius | 57 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2023 Mazda 3 | 31 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Volkswagen Golf/GTI | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (4)
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette · Jan 29, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V040000 · 1,716 vehicles
- Problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, Lexus RX350, 2023-2024 NX250, and NX350 vehicles that may have been incorrectly repaired under previous NHTSA recall number 23V-480. An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate the driver's air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Risk
- A deactivated driver's air bag will not deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 25TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 25LA02.
Steering · Nov 21, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V878000 · 8,057 vehicles
- Problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Corolla and Corolla Hybrid vehicles. Due to cracks developed during the manufacturing process, the steering intermediate shaft assembly may fracture and possibly result in the shaft detaching from the steering column.
- Risk
- A steering shaft that detaches can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the intermediate steering shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 24TB13/24TA13.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Electric › Solenoid/Actuator · Sep 20, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V708000 · 145,383 vehicles
- Problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Corolla Cross Hybrid and 2023-2025 Corolla Hybrid vehicles. A software error in the skid control electronic control unit (ECU) may result in a loss of power brake assist when turning a corner.
- Risk
- A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the skid control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2024. Additionally, notifications to owners of the Corolla Hybrid vehicles were mailed January 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 24TA11.
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette · Jul 12, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V480000 · 152,927 vehicles
- Problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, 2023 Lexus RX350, RX350 Hybrid, RX500 Hybrid, 2023-2024 Lexus NX250, NX350, and NX350 Hybrid vehicles. An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate the driver's air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Risk
- A deactivated driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TA08. Lexus' number for this recall is 23LA02.
Not every 2023 Toyota Corolla is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
74Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
8Involved a crash
2Involved a fire
4Injuries reported
70,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2023 Toyota Corolla buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 4 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Steering — 16 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
- Electrical System — 14 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Engine — 13 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 70,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2023 Toyota Corolla. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Corolla years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Corolla | 50 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 Corolla | 50 | 182.7 in | Not rated | 1 | 18 |
| 2025 Corolla | 50 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 33 |
| 2024 Corolla | 50 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 68 |
| 2022 Corolla | 52 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 105 |
| 2021 Corolla | 52 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 188 |
| 2020 Corolla | 52 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 314 |
| 2019 Corolla | 36 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 205 |
| 2018 Corolla | 34 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 143 |
| 2017 Corolla | 34 | 182.7 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 190 |
| 2016 Corolla | 34 | 182.7 in | Not rated | 1 | 215 |
| 2015 Corolla | 34 | 182.7 in | Not rated | 1 | 220 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Toyota. How we calculate this →