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2026 Toyota Corolla

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 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: 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: 2,954–3,164 lb
NHTSA rating: Not rated
Recalls: 1 campaign

Pros & cons

What's good

Excellent fuel economyUp to 50 MPG combined — 71% better than the average 2026 compact car (29.2 MPG).
Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
AWD / 4WD available
Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.

Watch out for

No weak spots against similar models in the data.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 10 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2026 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 3,053 lb (4dr Sedan Hybrid).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 50 MPG combined (53 city / 46 highway), 71% better than the 2026 compact car average of 29.2 MPG, for an estimated $1,350 a year in fuel.

It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.

What changed for 2026

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 Corolla — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Corolla →

Trims, performance & features

Engine169 hp2.0L 4-cyl

TransmissionCVT

Seating5 seats · 2 rows

Trims

LEXSESELE, LE w/ Convenience Tech Pkg

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard

Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard

Forward collision warningStandard

Blind-spot monitoringStandard

Rear cross-traffic alertStandard

Lane departure warningStandard

Lane keeping assistStandard

Adaptive cruise controlStandard

Backup cameraStandard

Automatic high beamsStandard

Keyless startStandard

LED headlightsYes

Built in: Blue Springs, Mississippi · Toyota, Aichi

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2026 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	3,053 lb	61/39
4dr Sedan L/Le	182.7 in	69.3 in	55.9 in	106.3 in	59.8 / 59.8 in	2,954 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	3,100 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
Hybrid 4dr Le	182.7 in	69.3 in	55.9 in	106.3 in	59.8 / 59.8 in	3,053 lb	61/39
Hybrid 4dr Le AWD	182.7 in	69.3 in	55.9 in	106.3 in	59.8 / 59.8 in	3,164 lb	61/39

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

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Engines, MPG & running costs

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	+71%	$1,350	176
Corolla Hybrid AWD Hybrid	1.8L 4-cyl	Automatic (variable gear ratios)	All-Wheel Drive	51 / 44 / 48	+64%	$1,400	183
Corolla Hybrid SE Hybrid	1.8L 4-cyl	Automatic (variable gear ratios)	Front-Wheel Drive	50 / 43 / 47	+61%	$1,450	186
Corolla Hybrid SE AWD Hybrid	1.8L 4-cyl	Automatic (variable gear ratios)	All-Wheel Drive	47 / 41 / 44	+51%	$1,500	199
Corolla (1-mode TM)	2.0L 4-cyl	Automatic (variable gear ratios)	Front-Wheel Drive	32 / 41 / 35	+20%	$1,900	254
Corolla Hatchback	2.0L 4-cyl	Automatic (AV-S10)	Front-Wheel Drive	32 / 41 / 35	+20%	$1,900	254
Corolla (3-mode TM)	2.0L 4-cyl	Automatic (variable gear ratios)	Front-Wheel Drive	31 / 40 / 34	+16%	$1,950	257
Corolla	2.0L 4-cyl	Automatic (AV-S10)	Front-Wheel Drive	31 / 38 / 34	+16%	$1,950	265
Corolla Hatchback XSE	2.0L 4-cyl	Automatic (AV-S10)	Front-Wheel Drive	30 / 38 / 33	+13%	$2,050	266
Corolla Hatchback FX	2.0L 4-cyl	Automatic (AV-S10)	Front-Wheel Drive	30 / 38 / 33	+13%	$2,050	267
GR Corolla	1.6L 3-cyl turbo	Manual 6-spd	All-Wheel Drive	21 / 28 / 24	0%	$3,400	368
GR Corolla	1.6L 3-cyl turbo	Automatic (S8)	All-Wheel Drive	19 / 27 / 22	-8%	$3,750	395

8/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)

8/10EPA greenhouse gas score

Save $5,250Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car

29.2 MPG2026 Compact Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Toyota Corolla.

Similar 2026 compact cars

Model	Best MPG / range	NHTSA overall	Recalls
2026 Toyota Corolla (this car)	50 MPG	Not rated	1
2026 Honda Civic	49 MPG	Not rated	1
2026 Toyota Prius	57 MPG	Not rated	1
2026 Mazda 3	30 MPG	Not rated	0
2026 Honda Prelude	44 MPG	Not rated	0
2026 Hyundai Elantra	54 MPG	Not rated	4
2026 Subaru WRX	22 MPG	Not rated	0

Recalls (1)

Exterior Lighting › Headlights · Feb 25, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V110000 · 86 vehicles

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 Corolla vehicles. The front headlights may have missing headlight aim markings, which can result in improperly aimed headlights during service. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Incorrectly aimed headlights can reduce driver visibility or create a glare for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace both front headlight assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 20, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 26TA05.

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Not every 2026 Toyota Corolla is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

18Complaints to NHTSA since 2015

6Involved a crash

0Involved a fire

4Injuries reported

883 miTypical mileage at failure

Unknown Or Other8

Service Brakes3

Air Bags2

Electrical System2

Vehicle Speed Control2

Steering2

Suspension2

Wheels1

Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)

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Other Corolla years

Compare all years →

Year	MPG (best)	Length	Overall	Recalls	Complaints
2027 Corolla	50	–	Not rated	0	0
2025 Corolla	50	182.7 in	★★★★★	1	33
2024 Corolla	50	182.7 in	★★★★★	3	68
2023 Corolla	50	182.7 in	★★★★★	4	74
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 →