2017 Toyota Corolla

The 2017 Toyota Corolla comes in seven trims: L, LE, LE Eco, SE, XLE, 50th Anniversary Special Edition, and XSE. Pricing for the 2017 Corolla starts from $18,500 for the base L trim with CVT and goes up to $22,680 for the top-spec XSE.

All Corolla trims get a standard rearview camera and the Toyota Safety Sense package. On top of these standard features, the well-equipped L trim includes Bluetooth, a USB port, a six-speaker audio system, a 6.1-inch touch-screen display, Siri Eyes Free, and a multi-information display. This trim should be sufficient for most shoppers.

Trims	LE	SE	L	50th Anniversary Special Edition	LE Eco	XLE	SE 6MT	XSE
MSRP (Automatic)	$18,500	$20,445	$18,500	$21,900	$19,335	$21,825	$21,665	$22,680
Key Features	Automatic climate control	SofTex-trimmed front sport seats with premium fabric\	Entune Audio	Entune Audio Plus with Connected Navigation App	Entune Audio Plus with Connected Navigation App	Entune Audio Plus with Connected Navigation app technology	Entune Audio Plus with Connected Navigation App	Entune Audio Plus with Connected Navigation App
	Premium fabric-trimmed 6-way adjustable driver's seat;	Dynamic Radar Cruise Control	Multi-Information Display, Bluetooth	SofTex-trimmed front sport seats with premium fabric insert with Black Cherry contrast stitching	16-in. machined alloy wheels	SofTex-trimmed front seats with 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat	Sport instrumentation cluster with chrome-plated speedometer and tachometer, coolant temperature,	5 hands-free phone capability
	4-way adjustable front passenger seat	Sport instrumentation cluster with chrome-accents	Hands-free phone, voice-command,	Black Cherry contrast stitching	Bumper-integrated LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)	4.2-in. color TFT Multi-Information Display	4.2-in. color TFT Multi-Information Display with customizable settings, odometer, trip meters, outside temperature, current/average fuel economy, cruising range, average speed, elapsed time; TPMS,	Connected Navigation Scout GPS Link App,9 Siri Eyes Free
	60/40 split fold-down rear seat	4.2-in. color TFT Multi-Information Display	Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist	Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist	Power tilt/slide moonroof with sliding sunshade	TPMS,17 ECO indicator	ECO indicator	HD Radio11 Technology, HD Radio11 Traffic and Weather in major metro areas
	Instrumentation cluster with speedometer and tachometer, coolant temperature	TPMS,17 ECO indicator, one-touch 3-blink lane change turn signal indicator,	Fabric-trimmed 6-way adjustable driver's seat;	Special Edition 50th Anniversary floor mats	Roof-mounted antenna	One-touch 3-blink lane change turn signal indicator	Smart Key System on front doors and trunk with Push Button Start	4-way adjustable front passenger seat with seatback pocket Driver
	Rear View Camera		6.1-in. touch-screen display,	7-in. high-resolution touch-screen display	Chrome lower window trim		Remote keyless entry	7-in. high-resolution touch-screen display

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The mid-range Toyota Corolla SE trim which begins at $20,065 with the standard CVT brings the best value and sporty attire. It includes alloy wheels, leatherette sport front seats, selectable driving modes (Normal and Sport), a leather-trimmed steering wheel, and a 4.2-inch color instrument cluster display. A manual transmission is also available with the SE.

The Corolla sedan is one of the most fuel-efficient drives, the 2017 EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings are 32 mpg combined (28 city/36 highway) for CVT-equipped models with 16-inch wheels. With the manual transmission, the Corolla SE gets 30 mpg combined (27 city/35 highway). The larger 17-inch wheels drop ratings by 1 mpg at 31 mpg combined (28 city/35 highway). The fuel-efficient Corolla LE Eco gets up to 30 mpg in the city and 40 mpg on the highway with 15-inch wheels and 33 combined (29 city/38 highway) with the 16-inch wheels.

Model	2017 Toyota Corolla	2017 Mazda3	2017 Kia Forte	2017 Hyundai Elantra
MPG (city)	28	28	29	29
MPG (highway)	35	37	38	38
MPG (combined)	31	32	32	33

For 2017, Toyota has equipped all Corolla models with standard CVT, highlighting its focus on being the most economical compact sedan. By comparison, the refreshed 2017 Hyundai Elantra offers similar numbers, with a combined 33 mpg. So, Toyota is not alone targetting the MPG ratings but most compact car rivals.

"The current Corolla's interior is certainly its nicest one to date, with a stylish dashboard and un-Corolla-like flourishes like a sport-contoured steering wheel and an eye-catching asymmetrical shifter surround.- Edmunds"

2017 Corolla Seating and Comfort

The 2017 Corolla's interior has soft-touch materials and seating for five passengers. The Toyota certainly has the nicest cabin to date, with a stylish dashboard, a sport-contoured steering wheel, and an eye-catching asymmetrical shifter surround. The front seats are comfortable and the SE trim level offers sport seats with lower side bolsters. In the rear, the legroom is excellent but the headroom is a little cramped for tall passengers.

The higher trim levels offer good quality material with available upgrades including leatherette upholstery, an eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, heated front seats, and a leather-trimmed steering wheel.

Model	2017 Toyota Corolla	2017 Mazda 3	2017 Kia Forte	2017 Hyundai Elantra
Passenger capacity	5	5	5	5
Passenger Volume (ft cube) w/ sunroof	97.1	96.3	95	95.8
Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg)(In.)	38.0/54.8/42.3	38.6/57.2/42.2	39.1/56.1/42.2	38.8/56.2/42.2
Second (Head/Shoulder/Leg)(In.)	37.1/54.8/41.4	37.6/54.4/35.8	37.3/54.9/35.9	37.3/55.3/35.7

Interior Features

• Heated Mirror
• Push Button Start
• Tilt/Telescopic Steering wheel
• Electric Power Steering
• Dynamic Cruise Control
• Rear-View Camera
• 4.2-inch Information Display
• Climate Control
• Dual Vanity Mirror
• Interior Air Filtration

2017 Corolla Infotainment System

The 2017 Toyota Corolla comes standard with a 6.1-inch touch-screen display, Bluetooth, a USB port, a six-speaker audio system, and Siri Eyes Free. You can upgrade to features including automatic climate control, a 3.5- or 4.2-inch instrument cluster display screen, a moonroof, a 7-inch touch screen, satellite radio, HD Radio, navigation, proximity key entry, and push-button start.

Regardless of the touchscreen size, it is responsive and easy to use. Toyota also offers large physical buttons and controls for easy access. The available Entune App Suite integrates smartphone-connected services such as Bing, Facebook, Yelp, and Pandora, as well as real-time traffic data. Concerning privacy issues, Toyota still does not offer Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone app integration.

2017 Corolla Cargo volume

The 2017 Corolla sedan has 13 cubic feet of trunk space, which is average for the compact car class. The rear seat offers 60/40 split and folds functionality to accommodate long items, and the trunk opening itself is wide.

Model	2017 Toyota Corolla	2017 Mazda 3	2017 Kia Forte	2017 Hyundai Elantra
Trunk Volume	13.0 ft cube	12.4 ft cube	14.9 ft cube	14.4 ft cube

The Kia Forte has got the biggest boot of 14.9 cubic feet which is followed by the 14.4 cubic feet trunk of the Hyundai Elantra. Also, the 2017 Elantra is the only compact car that offers a power lift-gate that opens automatically if you stand for 3 seconds at the rear.

The 2017 Corolla receives a fresh exterior styling that differentiates it from its predecessors, thanks to a new front grille and LED headlamps. Though all models sport similar looks, the new XSE grade gets a blacked-out grille with fog lamps flanking a more aggressive air dam, plus an integrated rear spoiler that visually raises the tail.

The L, LE, and LE Eco trim gain Bi-LED headlamps, while complex-LED headlamps come standard on SE, XSE, and XLE. Redesigned 16-inch wheels are standard on the LE and XLE, while the SE and XSE step up into standard 17-inch alloy wheels. 

Model	2017 Toyota Corolla	2017 Mazda3	2017 Kia Forte	2017 Hyundai Elantra
Curb weight	2885 lbs	2967 lbs	2804 lbs	2812 lbs
Length	183.1"	180.3"	179.5"	179.9"
Width	69.9"	70.7"	70.1"	70.9"
Height	57.3"	57.3"	56.3"	56.5"
Ground clearance	6.7"	6.1"	5.3"	5.3"
Wheel base	106.3"	106.3"	106.3"	106.3"

The 2017 Corolla has not changed in size and dimensions. It is 183.1-inch long and 69.9 inches wide, which is longer and wider than most sedan rivals. This also allows the compact car to offer a roomy cabin, especially the backseat.

Exterior Features

• Bi-LED Headlamps
• LED Tail lights
• 17-inch Alloy Wheels
• All-season tires
• Daytime Running Lights
• Body Color Side mirrors
• Body Color Door Handles

The 2017 Toyota Corolla received an overall safety rating of five out of five stars from the NHTSA. The Corolla sedan earned the highest rating of Good in all five IIHS crash tests, as well a Top Safety Pick+ designation.

The 2017 Toyota Corolla comes standard with a rearview camera and Toyota’s Safety Sense P, which includes pedestrian detection, pre-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, lane keeps assist, and adaptive cruise control. Some of the standard safety features on the Toyota Corolla SE are-:

Safety Features

• 4-wheel ABS
• Stability Control
• Traction Control
• Daytime Running Lights
• Engine immobilizer
• Dual Front-Side Mounted Airbags
• Lane Departure Warning with Accident Avoidance System
• Front and Rear Head Airbags
• Emergency Braking Assists
• Pre-collision Safety System
• Rear View Camera
• Dynamic Radar Cruise Control

2017 Toyota Corolla vs 2017 Mazda Mazda3

The 2017 Mazda3 is the only car in this competition that offers true sports performance at an affordable price. Unlike Toyota, Mazda 3 sedan has an upscale interior quality and engaging drive.  The Mazda3 Sport starts at $18,095 while the Toyota Corolla starts at $18,500.  Both have the same interior and exterior dimension except for the length.

The Toyota Corolla, on the other hand, has better comfort and is a more convenient family compact car.  If you are looking for engaging driving dynamics in a family car, opt for MAzda 3 hile the Toyota Corolla is one of the most easy-to-live sedans.

2017 Toyota Corolla vs 2017 Hyundai Elantra

The 2017 Hyundai Elantra received a refresh for this model year and provides a good mix of comfortable interior space, great safety ratings, and a spirited drive. Unlike the 2017 Corolla, the Hyundai Elantra has multi-media features like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Also, Hyundai has an average starting price of around $2,000 less than the Corolla sedan. Toyota Corolla has excellent advanced safety features as standard, and its predicted reliability is top-rated in the class.

The 2017 Toyota Corolla is a good compact car. While we don't like the acceleration and handling of the sedan, the Corolla makes up for that with good fuel economy estimates, a quality interior, and a plethora of standard advanced safety features.