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2019 Toyota Corolla

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Rating6.1

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Compact Sedan
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$18,700 - $24,240
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on June 7, 2024

ProsConsWhat's New

Impressive Space management

Performance Curve

2019 Toyota Corolla remains unchanged

Good Fuel economy

Interior and Exterior Accents

Structural Integrity

Specs & Features

$18,700

price

132 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

128 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

torque

Continuously Variable-Speed Automatic

transmission

1.8L 4cyl FWD CVT

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

One of the most popular cars in the compact sedan segment is the Toyota Corolla. Fortunately, the Corolla does seem to offer some updates in 2019 with tweaks in the feature front. Up for a major redesign next year, the 2019 Corolla is majorly unchanged this year. Sold in over 6 trim configurations, the prices for the 2019 Corolla sedan start from an MSRP of $18,497, while the Corolla hatchback is priced at $19,000.

On the powertrain front, the 2019 Corolla gets treated with a 136 hp 1.8L Inline-4 unit, mated to either a CVT or a 6-speed manual. Lagging in the powertrain front, the 2019 Corolla makes up for it in the reliability, practicality, and safety front, with the latest driver assistance tech being offered as standard. The rush in the SUV segments might be squeezing the market share of sedans, but that also drives this segment to bring about the changes to entice the customer base.

Buying Advice

There is a long list to choose from, but we would recommend sticking with the SE trim. It sits right in the middle with a great balance of price and features. It’s relatively affordable, and for that, you get SofTex seats, bigger wheels, and tiny upgrades over the LE model. We would also recommend getting the SE Premium Package, which would turn your infotainment system into something way more enjoyable and would also add a moonroof for extra illumination.

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Comparative Analysis against Competition

Offered in a myriad of trims with a lot of options, the Japanese car is either available as a sedan or a hatchback with decent practicality and reliability. The power unit, on the whole, is dreary, and is in dire need of an upgrade, while the exterior and interior front too, needs a much-needed redesign. The Corolla starts at an affordable pricing of $18,700, and it competes against the likes of Honda Civic, Mazda 3, and Hyundai Elantra. Continue with the article to know how it performs in front of its rivals in the segment.

Buying Advice

There is a long list to choose from, but we would recommend sticking with the 2019 Corolla SE trim. It sits right in the middle with a great balance of price and features. It’s relatively affordable, and for that, you get SofTex seats, bigger wheels, and tiny upgrades over the LE model. We would also recommend getting the SE Premium Package, which would turn your infotainment system into something way more enjoyable and would also add a moonroof for extra illumination.

Features
5.0/10

The 2019 Toyota Corolla has a lot of trims to offer. The base trim is the L, starting from $18,700, which then starts to expand to LE, LE Eco, SE, XLE, and XSE. There has been a bundle of features that have been bestowed in these trims. The L trim gets the 6.1” Entune infotainment, while the LE and other higher trims have the privilege of a 7” infotainment screen upgrade either as an option or a standard. Then comes the wheel sizing that ranges 15” in the L to 16” in LE and 17” in the SE. Once done with that, the XLE is introduced with a power-heated driver seat that can be an asset in cold weather. The Voice Recognition Commands have been kept constant throughout all the trims.

Trim

L

LE

LE Eco

SE

XLE

XSE

MSRP

$18,497

$19,135

$20,490

$21,865

$22,135

$22,880

Key Features

15” steel wheels

Electronic Stability Control

EPAS

17” alloy wheels

16” machined alloy wheels with dark accents

17” machined alloy wheels with painted accents
 

LED Daytime Running Lights

Metallic and chrome/metal interior accents

Siri Eyes Free

Optional 6-speed manual

Standard 7” Entune infotainment system

Standard 7” infotainment system w/ Scout GPS link app
 

Fabric seat trim

Remote Keyless Entry

Hill Hold Control

Optional Tilt & Slide moonroof

Optional 3-spoke leather steering wheel

8-power heated adjustable driver’s seat
 

6.1” Entune infotainment system

Automatic air conditioning

Advanced Voice Recognition

Optional SiriusXM Radio

8-power adjustable heated driver’s seat

Available moonroof and sliding sunshade
 

Toyota Safety Sense P

Available 7” infotainment screen upgrade

Lane Departure Alert

Fabric seat trim w/ SofTex sport fabric inserts

SofTex leather seat trim

Standard leather steering wheel

The price difference between the trims is not huge, and each trim adds a tiny bit more than the trim before it. Also, the XSE and XLE trims are the most luxurious ones. Packages like the Protection Package and Floor Liners/Mat Package have been given for use as well. Moreover, each trim, except the base one, gets its own Premium Package. These Premium Packages add a huge list of features such as infotainment system upgrades on LE and SE and optional moonroof on the XLE and XSE.

Fuel Economy
6.0/10

The 2019 Toyota Corolla boasts pretty decent fuel economy figures, but it's still less than what some people might expect. The EPA estimates are at 28 for the city, 36 for the highway, and 32 for combined driving. As you move to the XSE trim, the figures drop to 35 on the highway and 31 overall. If you go for the SE manual, it will offer you even less at 27/35/30 MPG for city/highway/combined driving, respectively. The fuel tank of 13.2 gallons is average in size, and it will deliver a range of 369/475/422 miles for city/highway/combined driving. The XSE trim will offer 369/462/409 miles. Meanwhile, the manual will get 356/462/396 miles for the same.

Models

2019 Toyota Corolla

2019 Honda Civic

2019 Mazda 3

2019 Hyundai Elantra

MPG (City)

28

25

26

26

MPG (Highway)

36

36

35

36

MPG (Combined)

32

29

30

29

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gallons)

13.2

12.4

13.2

14.0

Range (City/Highway/Combined; miles)

369/475/422

310/446/359

343/462/396

364/504/406

Although Corolla offers the best fuel economy and highest range among all, yet all of them are pretty distant from what they should be actually delivering. Except for the Corolla, others can be assumed to be siblings as they are pretty much the same only. The 2019 Elantra might squeeze out of them with its better range offering up to 406 miles on a daily commuting scale, but others can’t be simply devalued or delisted for their figures.

Interior
5.0/10

The 2019 Toyota Corolla has an upscale interior, considering its price point. It focuses more on practicality and function, but the aesthetics and quality are also applaudable. The design has been kept ergonomic. The L and LE trim come in basic cloth upholstery, while the SE upgrades the seat trim to fabric seats with SofTex sport fabric inserts. Meanwhile, the XLE and XSE trim introduce SofTex leather seat trim as a standard.

The L and LE have regular front seats, but the SE introduces Sport front seats. All three trims get a 6-way manually adjustable driver’s seat and a 4-way adjustable passenger’s seat, whereas the top two trims enjoy heated front seats with an 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seat and a 4-way adjustable front passenger’s seat. These trims also enjoy a leather-wrapped steering wheel. When it comes to spacing, the front row is extremely spacious, and the rear row also boasts a large legroom space. However, the shoulder room can get a bit congested for three passengers.

Models

2019 Toyota Corolla

2019 Honda Civic

2019 Mazda 3

2019 Hyundai Elantra

Passenger Capacity

5

5

5

5

Front Row (Headroom/Shoulder Room/Legroom; inches)

38.3/54.8/42.3

39.3/57.0/42.3

38.0/55.7/42.3

40.3/56.2/42.2

Second Row (Headroom/Shoulder Room/Legroom; inches)

37.1/54.8/41.4

37.1/55.0/37.4

37.3/53.5/35.1

37.3/55.3/35.7

Cargo Capacity (cubic feet)

13.0

15.1

13.2

14.4

The 2019 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a 6.1” Entune infotainment touchscreen at the center of the steep dashboard. The L, LE, and SE get the 6.1” screen which can be upgraded, but the XLE and XSE enjoy that upgraded 7” screen as standard. Standard infotainment features include AM/FM radio, MP3 playback, and USB port with iPod connectivity. The list goes on to include advanced voice recognition, Bluetooth, and Siri Eyes Free as well.

The 6-speakers audio unit comes standard and will be enough for you to handle. Upon upgrading the infotainment system, you will be greeted with Entune Audio Plus with Connected Navigation and the Scout GPS link app. The only major flaw is the exclusion of Android Auto and Apple CarPlay as the standard feature.

Some of the highlights of the infotainment system are as follows:

  • 7.0-inch Entune infotainment system
  • SiriusXM Radio
  • HD Radio
  • HD radio traffic
  • Bluetooth
  • Siri Eyes Free
  • Scout GPS link navigation
  • 6-speaker sound system

Exterior
4.0/10

Well, the Toyota Corolla certainly has come a long way. It looks very modern, stylish, and handsome even by today’s standards. Is it attractive? Probably. Is it more stylish than some of its rivals? We will let you decide. The front is slightly inclined down the ground with grilles and Toyota badging in the middle. A typical sedan curvature with a sober rear has been adorned with either 15”, 16” and 17” wheels. As per the description, the L has 15” wheels, LE has 16” wheels, SE has 17” wheels along with XLE in 16” machined alloy wheels with dark accents, and the XSE features 17” machined alloy wheels with painted accents.

As per data, the Mazda 3 is the heaviest with the largest wheelbase which tends to hamper its dynamics by some margin. In addition to that, the Elantra and the Mazda 3 have the lowest ground clearance, giving them a sportier stance. Other than that, most of the dimensions are more or less similar. Therefore, nothing much can be concluded in anyone’s supremacy over the other

Models

2019 Toyota Corolla

2019 Honda Civic

2019 Mazda 3

2019 Hyundai Elantra

Curb Weight (lbs)

2,840

2,762

3,071

2,822

Length (inches)

183.1

182.7

183.5

181.9

Width (inches)

69.9

70.9

70.7

70.9

Height (inches)

57.3

55.7

56.9

56.5

Ground Clearance (inches)

6.7

6.3

5.5

5.3

Wheelbase (inches)

106.3

106.3

107.3

106.3

. Some of the exterior features are as follows:

  • 17.0-inch machined alloy wheels
  • LED DRLs
  • LED brake lights
  • Front fog lamps
  • Heated side mirrors
  • Optional tilt and slide moonroof

Safety
8.0/10

One great benefit of the Corolla is that all the trims come standard with Toyota Safety Sense P. So, the list of safety features in the base L trim is similar to the ones found in the top XSE trim. Of course, its chassis is extremely strong and safe too, and the NHTSA rating of 5-star is its testament. IIHS also sang praises about it, rating it “Good” in all the categories tested, except the headlight, where it gets “Acceptable”. It narrowly misses out on the ‘Top Safety Pick’ award. Apart from that, it gets a host of safety touch-ups like the Electronic Stability Control and Dynamic radar cruise control which together enhance the overall appeal of this family-friendly sedan. Thus, one can be carefree in its cabin and be at ease enjoying the driving pleasure.

Some of the standout safety features are as follows:

  • Dynamic radar cruise control
  • Lane departure warning system
  • Lane-keeping assist
  • Pre-collision warning and braking with pedestrian detection
  • Automatic high beams
  • Backup camera

Competition
8.0/10

2019 Toyota Corolla vs 2019 Honda Civic

Both are excellent offerings from the respective Japanese brands. The Honda Civic is a more popular counterpart of the Corolla. Performance-wise, the Civic is faster and handles better. The Corolla has more interior space, but the Civic has better cargo capacity. However, the Civic is not as frugal as the former. Overall, it’s a tough call as both are reliable and practical machines.

2019 Toyota Corolla vs 2019 Mazda 3

The Mazda 3’s biggest advantage is its powerful engine. It leaves the Corolla in the dust, and also has much better handling characteristics. The interior is upscale and premium and the car is also safe and reliable. Also, the Mazda 3 will certainly catch more eyes than the Corolla with its styling. It costs a tiny bit more, but it’s worth an investment.

Final Verdict

The Corolla has always been one of the most popular and well-known cars in the USA. If you just want a car that gets you from point A to point B without caring much about anything else, the 2019 Toyota Corolla is a perfect option. It’s extremely reliable, has an upscale interior, and is also very safe. For those looking for a bit more fun behind the wheel, the 2019 Honda Civic or the Mazda 3 will suffice.

Trims

    L
    $18,700 onwards
    • 6.1-Inch touchscreen
    • Adaptive cruise control
    • Forward collision warning
    • Led headlights
    • Rearview camera
    • Tilt-And-Telescoping steering wheel
    LE
    $19,135 onwards
    • 16-inch steel Wheels
    • Heated mirrors
    • Keyless entry
    • Metallic cabin accents
    • Variable intermittent wipers
    LE Eco
    $19,535 onwards
    • 15-Inch wheels
    • Different suspension tuning
    SE
    $20,140 onwards
    • Leather-Wrapped steering wheel
    • Rear spoiler
    • Softex upholstery
    • Sport-Style gauge cluster
    • Steering-Wheel paddle shifters
    XLE
    $22,135 onwards
    • Heated Front Seats
    • Keyless entry and ignition
    • Led taillights
    • Power-Adjustable driver seat
    • Simulated leather upholstery
    • Sunroof
    XSE
    $22,880 onwards
    • Heated Front Seats
    • Paddle shifters
    • Power driver's seat

Compare to similar cars

6.1
2019 Toyota Corolla

Price

$18,700- $24,240

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

6.12

Horsepower

168 hp @ 6600 rpm

Torque

155 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

Capacity

5

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Gasoline

7.19

153 hp @ 5600 rpm

177 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

5

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2019 Ford Fiesta

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Gasoline

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112 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

5

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7.8
2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee

$31,945- $68,395

Gasoline

7.77

293 hp @ 6400 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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5.9
2019 Acura ILX

$25,900- $31,550

Gasoline

5.87

201 hp @ 6800 rpm

180 lb.-ft. @ 3800 rpm

5

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8.8
2019 Honda Civic

$19,550- $28,750

Gasoline

8.82

158 hp @ 6500 rpm

138 lb.-ft. @ 4200 rpm

5

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6.0
2019 Hyundai Accent

$14,995- $19,080

Gasoline

5.96

130 hp @ 6300 rpm

119 lb.-ft. @ 4850 rpm

5

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6.1
2019 Hyundai Elantra

$17,200- $23,700

Gasoline

6.13

147 hp @ 6200 rpm

132 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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6.8
2019 Hyundai Kona

$19,990- $31,950

Gasoline

6.76

147 hp @ 6200 rpm

132 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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7.5
2019 Jaguar F-PACE

$44,600- $188,495

Gasoline

7.54

247 hp @ 5500 rpm

269 lb.-ft. @ 1200 rpm

5

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2019 Toyota Corolla vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		9.5 sec17.4 sec111 mph
    		3.11 sec11.5 sec198 mph
    		6.4 sec15.0 sec135 mph
    		7.3 sec15.5 sec117 mph
    		7.5 sec15.8 sec115 mph
    		7.6 sec16 sec127 mph
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    2019 Toyota Corolla vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		28 mpg36 mpg32 mpg13.2 gal.369.6/475.2 mi.
      		30 mpg40 mpg34 mpg13.2 gal.396/528 mi.
      		30 mpg38 mpg33 mpg14.8 gal.444/562.4 mi.
      		28 mpg38 mpg32 mpg13.7 gal.383.6/520.6 mi.
      		28 mpg37 mpg31 mpg11.9 gal.333.2/440.3 mi.
      		27 mpg37 mpg31 mpg14 gal.378/518 mi.

      2019 Toyota Corolla vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		183.1 in.69.9 in.57.3 in.6.7 in.106.3 in.
        		192.2 in.73.3 in.57.1 in.8 in.111.4 in.
        		191.1 in.73.2 in.57.7 in.5.3 in.110.4 in.
        		189.8 in.76.5 in.69.3 in.8.6 in.114.8 in.Jeep USA
        		189 in.74.4 in.66.3 in.7.3 in.109.4 in.
        		188.8 in.72.4 in.59 in.5.9 in.108.3 in.

        2019 Toyota Corolla vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		13 cu.ft.97.5 cu.ft.-
          		30.9 cu.ft.103.6 cu.ft.59.6 cu.ft.
          		33.5 cu.ft.145.4 cu.ft.94.1 cu.ft.
          		15.1 cu.ft.95.9 cu.ft.85 cu.ft.
          		12.8 cu.ft.85.1 cu.ft.336.1 cu.ft.
          		11.3 cu.ft.154.2 cu.ft.73 cu.ft.

          2019 Toyota Corolla vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		-13 cu.ft.--
            		58 cu.ft.14.1 cu.ft.58 cu.ft.-
            		57.3 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.57.3 cu.ft.-
            		115.9 cu.ft.30.9 cu.ft.59.6 cu.ft.-
            		94.1 cu.ft.33.5 cu.ft.94.1 cu.ft.-
            		83.1 cu.ft.12.8 cu.ft.336.1 cu.ft.-

            2019 Toyota Corolla vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		-865 lbs.2840 lbs.
              		6200 lbs.1180 lbs.4513 lbs.Jeep USA
              		5291 lbs.1550 lbs.3870 lbs.
              		5000 lbs.915 lbs.2890 lbs.
              		2000 lbs.1034 lbs.3541 lbs.
              		2000 lbs.1525 lbs.3810 lbs.

              2019 Toyota Corolla Sedan Problems, Issues, Complaints, Recalls, and which year to avoid?

              6

              Recalls

              1

              Investigations

              178

              Complaints
              Overall Safety Rating
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              2019 Toyota Corolla User Reviews

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              Joshua matuska

              2020 Toyota Corolla

              L 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl CVT)

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              User Overall Rating

              Posted On: July 30, 2024

              Great economy car

              Pros - ["Gas mileage", "Interior look", "Modern amenities"]

              Cons - ["Small shake at ideal", "Slow speed", "Cvt transmission"]

              Gas mileage is great im getting 30 city and up to 52 highway i really like the dynamic cruise control but i dislike the lane keep assisting its like im fighting the car to stay where i want it but i really like the clothes interior it very rugged and comfortable but there is one big problem with mine it seems to have a steering issue were it kinda feels like its floating of something like that it...

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              Seth Branstetter

              2020 Toyota Corolla

              L 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl CVT)

              4

              User Overall Rating

              Posted On: July 23, 2024

              Overall Great Car

              Pros - ["Fuel Economy", "Safety Features"]

              Cons - ["Low ride height", "Didn't come with a spare tire"]

              So overall I love this car. It handles nicely and smoothly, seata are comfortable. Fuel economy is great getting about 600 miles on a tank and runs me about 40 bucks to fill up every two weeks. Safety features are top notch from lane departure alerts to the Hud warnings on the dash. I do have some complaints though as it's right in the middle of smart car tech. The following year had various othe...

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