We have a 2003 Toyota Corolla that has done 183,000 miles, and it has all of the original parts still working perfectly. We might buy a new one soon though.
I like these. I like how they look. It is a quality car that does not pretend to be anything it is not. I like the interior a lot. It drives like a quality car. Hoping to pick up a pre owned 2015 with very low miles soon.
Looks so much better than the former and the interior is very attractive and distinctive. The Corolla was a fine car, but a very old and tired design. This new version is desperately needed. I just hope the seat is far more comfortable as the old one was poorly contoured and hard.
I agree with you on interior quality in general. It seems like from the early 2000's to a couple years ago car interiors went to s***, but the models that are new for 2012 and later seem to be bringing back quality materials, and I mean that for all car makers. I sat in a few of these and the interior was way better than the previous model.
What I mean by them being in their high efficiency forms is that almost all the manufacturers of compact cars like these are creating packages that are designed to get better MPG than their standard counterparts. The Elantra was the only car in that comparison that did not come in a high economy guise since it does not have one. What I was trying to say is a 5sp Focus SE would be a strong competitor with the Mazda 3 or Corolla.
It's amazing how the Civic is suddenly getting all this love, when just months ago it was bashed to high hell. And the "refresh" didn't do much. The interior is better, but still cheap and ungainly, the 5-speed auto is still there, and it drives much the same as the 2012 with a slightly quieter ride and slightly stiffer ride.
I originally drove a 2004 Acura TL hand me down but my sister totaled it. I'm using my moms Mazda for the time being since she can drive our Odyssey and since my dad can drive his e350.
I thought Toyota was losing their way with offering more cutting edge exterior design, but I am so glad I can still buy a Corolla with a 4 speed auto, torsion beam rear suspension, and rear drum brakes.
It's a compact...economy car...that has sold millions....they can't be doing too much wrong with the Corolla formula all these years. It's about as exciting as an Elantra, Civic or Cruze....none of those scream performance either, but are all nice competant cars that get from point A to B, which is what most of America is looking for.
I agree that is one thing that still upsets me with Toyota and Hondas small car segment. It is as if they are afraid of adding more potent engines as an option. What's wrong with adding the Accord 4cyl as an option to the Civic or the Camry 4cyl as an option to the Corolla. The New Mazda 3 has done so, the top engine is the 4cyl found in the 2014 Mazda 6.
Though I've never been a fan of Toyotas, I always give credit when credit's due. They have a winner on their hands with this car. It's going to sell like crazy and is 200% better looking than the outgoing model. Finally, Toyota gives a crap about one of their most important models. Now, all that's left to step it up is the Jetta and Cruze.
No, I'm just someone that actually has driven every single car in this class, rather than just going by what biased auto rags say. I do not own a Corolla so have no dog in this fight.
I may trade my 2005 Toyota Corolla LE for the new one I love the new style. I love the efficiency of my current Corolla with a average of 35 mpg and as high as 48 mpg on the highway. So with the Corolla LE ECO model getting 42 MPG I would love to have a updated car. Even though my 2005 still runs like new.
looks so much better than the old corolla although it may not be anywhere near fast, i actually enjoy driving my 2014 corolla L plus is looks so much nicer! i wish i spent a little more the the corolla S though
I'm not sure what you mean. The only thing carry over is the engine. Body, interior, and transmission are all new. What Honda did for 2012 was refresh the interior and some exterior sheet metal on the same vehicle.
The 4 speed will likely only be found on rental lots and fleets. I can guarantee the CVT will be the volume seller and most plentiful on the dealer lot.
I always wondered why people go on Toyota pages and type comments like "yawn". If they had more interesting things to do, they wouldn't do that, so "yawn" is the only activity they do in life. I DO REALIZE that some people are upset about the styling, but it's not that serious as to where a person must habitually comment on all videos about it.
Typically the paint thickness is the same on lower end and higher end vehicles from the factory. Sometimes premium paints on luxury vehicles will have an additional layer of color base or have the color and flake sprayed separately, but thicker film can lead to problems on its own.
It used to be true about looks, new Corolla looks nice though. But you are right that Mazda does have better performance. But one would expect that because the Mazda3 is the most expensive car when priced with worthy options by far.
If you continued through the reply chain I was not trying to say the Corolla is the slower car. I was making the point that the Jetta is as fast as a Corolla.
I have a 2003 Toyota, the paint still looks relatively new (I do wash it on a bi-weekly basis, and wax as well at my local car wash). Maybe that is why after 10 years, the paint still looks new. Maybe it has more to do with the owner i'm guessing? If the new Mazda3 wasn't so expensive and had LED standard headlights I would want to get that instead of the Corolla. From what I can see, the Mazda is only superior by engine and possibly handling.
I used to have a Jetta myself. I love the interior of the Jetta, but the exterior look is bland and the reliability puts me off buying another one. I eventually had to sell it for a low price because many of the parts failed. Now I bought a new mazda3 and love it.
I live in California where cars are always in top condition (as opposed to the midwest and east coast where cars are exposed to snow and salt on the ground during Winter). You would expect Mazda cars to look brand new, but when you see them a 2004 Mazda 3 always looks old same with Mazda 6. Whenever I see a Toyota or Honda or even Nissan (although I think Mazda >>> Nissan), their paint always looks brand new. I mean shoot I see Toyotas and Hondas from the 90s looking like they are in top shape.
who says an exciting car has to always be at the shop? I took my mazda3 into the shop for repairs only 3 times during it's 106,530 mile life span that i gave it. if you take care of that exciting car, it will take care of you
I knew you would mention those. The "86" as it's called in my country comes with a garbage auto transmission and the stick shift is still slow for having 200hp. The Civic SI is better but still not quite as powerful as the 2.0 TSi which has 220-225 real horses. Also both the Toyota and the Honda do 220km/h give or take while the Jetta TSi can reach 240km/h.
I would have appreciated it more if Toyota hadn't BS'd everyone and just said they were making a new version of their comfy reliable compact. This is turning out the same as what Honda did with the 2012 Civic. Big drastic promises but nothing really changed. Honesty would be a nice courtesy.
Hey Corolla lovers, I like the Corolla but I am more of a Mazda 3 and Civic guy. Anyhow I just want to say, I actually find the previous Gen Corollas exterior to be better looking than this and at one point actually considered it the better looking of the segment around maybe 2008 or 09, but I think the interior of this is much better. Despite being wider and apparently lower this Corolla just looks more of a toy than the previous one, which actually looked sporty and serious.
That colour is spectacular. I'd like one of these however, I know at least around where I live everyone and their dog will be driving one ... that kinda turns me off of it.
True. I like how Toyota and Lexus owners claim that people who drive MBZ, Audi or BMW buy because of the badge yet many Toyota owners are guilty of the same. Toyota is not what it used to be in terms of quality, sure they're still reliable but their designs and interiors are total crap in comparison to older Toyotas but as you said many will still sell.
Is the green color on the car featured in this review not available where you live? Honestly, I don't think the limited color choices are going to deter your typical corolla buyer.. Seeing as how Corolla buyers aren't really looking to make a bold statement, just nice basic transportation.. Let's face it, if they where looking for a bright, flashy car, they're not going to be looking at Corolla anyways! ; ).
From someone that's not loyal to any car brand in particular, I too think the new mazda3 is better than the corolla in almost every way. From looks to performance to fuel efficiency. Corolla just doesn't wow anymore, actually never did =/ It's a car I'll get my mom or grandma so I don't have to worry about them. Since the 3 is new from ground up, away from the ford platform, we'll have to see how reliable this car is in the long run. Don't get offended now, I'm just saying.
Well, you have to know what you want before buying a car. I like an affordable car with above average performance. So most of those cars wouldn't cut it for me, save for the Jetta with 200hp and the DCT. If Toyota, Honda, or Mazda, etc. made a compact sedan with those characteristics i would buy it like right now.
looking at if from the front it looks ok, like a step up in the right direction... from the back it look like its trying to dress like the 2011 Kia Optima SX.. from the side it looks like it wants to have curves but its not happening especially with that angle on the back door window
The Jetta GLI is in a different class than a Toyota Corolla S. Sure it is the same size as the Corolla but its built with a powertrain that is meant to compete with cars like the Ford Focus ST. I actually feel bad that out of all the other cars in that price range you decided on a GLI. If you spent the time researching the actual alternatives to the GLI instead of a Corolla S, you may have been able to pick a car you found more enjoyable.
I've driven Corollas for the past 30 years,this is the best, 2014.
We have a 2003 Toyota Corolla that has done 183,000 miles, and it has all of the original parts still working perfectly. We might buy a new one soon though.
The amount of creativity they put into videos is amazing
LOVE the unique green color! :)
me too. curse Toyota for getting rid of it after 2016.
bought an le eco 2 months ago. very nice one. smooth and comfortable ride. best of all i'm getting 38 mpg combine.
I like these. I like how they look. It is a quality car that does not pretend to be anything it is not. I like the interior a lot. It drives like a quality car. Hoping to pick up a pre owned 2015 with very low miles soon.
How nice see everyone has there own vehicle opinions!
San Diego! Great review
Looks so much better than the former and the interior is very attractive and distinctive. The Corolla was a fine car, but a very old and tired design. This new version is desperately needed. I just hope the seat is far more comfortable as the old one was poorly contoured and hard.
The rear looks like a baby camry! And I love the improved interior. Glad they added leather option now
I agree with you on interior quality in general. It seems like from the early 2000's to a couple years ago car interiors went to s***, but the models that are new for 2012 and later seem to be bringing back quality materials, and I mean that for all car makers. I sat in a few of these and the interior was way better than the previous model.
I love the new dash, this car seems way better than the out going model
I like that green color on that 2014 toyota corolla
the depreciation of your Mazda3 will be quite exciting as well =P
I saw three of them in real life and it actually looks nice. Better than in video or picture.
Good question. That we'll have to see in the long run since this new 3 is built from the ground up, away from the ford platform.
Definitely a nice refresh from the Corolla 2013!
I agree, I rarely see them now.
I am looking for the "Matrix" version of the Corolla, hopefully Toyota could update it as well soon.
A new 7-speed CVT and Valvematic engine don't count as updating the engine and transmission to you?
What I mean by them being in their high efficiency forms is that almost all the manufacturers of compact cars like these are creating packages that are designed to get better MPG than their standard counterparts. The Elantra was the only car in that comparison that did not come in a high economy guise since it does not have one. What I was trying to say is a 5sp Focus SE would be a strong competitor with the Mazda 3 or Corolla.
It's amazing how the Civic is suddenly getting all this love, when just months ago it was bashed to high hell. And the "refresh" didn't do much. The interior is better, but still cheap and ungainly, the 5-speed auto is still there, and it drives much the same as the 2012 with a slightly quieter ride and slightly stiffer ride.
I originally drove a 2004 Acura TL hand me down but my sister totaled it. I'm using my moms Mazda for the time being since she can drive our Odyssey and since my dad can drive his e350.
I actually really like that Forest Green especially on this Corolla
The interior looks great.
I thought Toyota was losing their way with offering more cutting edge exterior design, but I am so glad I can still buy a Corolla with a 4 speed auto, torsion beam rear suspension, and rear drum brakes.
Finished first in Car and Drivers comparison three times. MT's comparison was with all the cars in their high efficiency forms.
It's a compact...economy car...that has sold millions....they can't be doing too much wrong with the Corolla formula all these years. It's about as exciting as an Elantra, Civic or Cruze....none of those scream performance either, but are all nice competant cars that get from point A to B, which is what most of America is looking for.
well said man, my 2004 Nissan has 4 speed too
Since the Toyota Corolla came out in 1966 I hope there will be a 50th anniversary edition of the Toyota Corolla for 2016.
+Max Passa There is in Canada
I absolutely love paddles
Did you guys here that new Croatia hockey song "and we're Bar None"?
I agree that is one thing that still upsets me with Toyota and Hondas small car segment. It is as if they are afraid of adding more potent engines as an option. What's wrong with adding the Accord 4cyl as an option to the Civic or the Camry 4cyl as an option to the Corolla. The New Mazda 3 has done so, the top engine is the 4cyl found in the 2014 Mazda 6.
Finalllllyyyyyy Toyota have done it!!!!!!!!!!!!
Because even it's main competitors, especially the Civic, are WAY more fun to drive.
Toyota's going to have no problem selling this brand new Corolla. They keep updating and building upon its strengths.
Though I've never been a fan of Toyotas, I always give credit when credit's due. They have a winner on their hands with this car. It's going to sell like crazy and is 200% better looking than the outgoing model. Finally, Toyota gives a crap about one of their most important models. Now, all that's left to step it up is the Jetta and Cruze.
No, I'm just someone that actually has driven every single car in this class, rather than just going by what biased auto rags say. I do not own a Corolla so have no dog in this fight.
"that, like John McClain, refuses to die" Fucking Savage!
i think they did a good job, now let's see the price and interest rates
I may trade my 2005 Toyota Corolla LE for the new one I love the new style. I love the efficiency of my current Corolla with a average of 35 mpg and as high as 48 mpg on the highway. So with the Corolla LE ECO model getting 42 MPG I would love to have a updated car. Even though my 2005 still runs like new.
I was thinking 08-11 Focus. But agree with the same underlying message.
Imagine if Toyota made these new models Rear Wheel Drive. Man how sweet wold that be.
looks so much better than the old corolla
although it may not be anywhere near fast, i actually enjoy driving my 2014 corolla L
plus is looks so much nicer! i wish i spent a little more the the corolla S though
I'm not sure what you mean. The only thing carry over is the engine. Body, interior, and transmission are all new. What Honda did for 2012 was refresh the interior and some exterior sheet metal on the same vehicle.
How does this compare to, say,the Hyundai Elantra or Kia Forte/Creator?
The 4 speed will likely only be found on rental lots and fleets. I can guarantee the CVT will be the volume seller and most plentiful on the dealer lot.
There is a trip computer to calculate mpg for you in the car.
Toyota is finally thinking out side of the box on the design
What was the song that was playing?
LED headlights standard. That's what I like to see. While Honda is still stuck on halogen reflectors...
I always wondered why people go on Toyota pages and type comments like "yawn". If they had more interesting things to do, they wouldn't do that, so "yawn" is the only activity they do in life.
I DO REALIZE that some people are upset about the styling, but it's not that serious as to where a person must habitually comment on all videos about it.
Typically the paint thickness is the same on lower end and higher end vehicles from the factory. Sometimes premium paints on luxury vehicles will have an additional layer of color base or have the color and flake sprayed separately, but thicker film can lead to problems on its own.
I do really like the looks of the car, but it would be neat if Toyota remade the xrs..but it wasnt too popular for a reason
It used to be true about looks, new Corolla looks nice though. But you are right that Mazda does have better performance. But one would expect that because the Mazda3 is the most expensive car when priced with worthy options by far.
plzz make a sport model corolla or just a new supra plzzz
That, and to advertise a low base price to get people into the showroom. You will maybe see one on the lot, tops.
I do like that green...
to be honest I have never seen a small sedan that has been well proportioned. It seems to do a well proportioned sedan you need enough length
If you continued through the reply chain I was not trying to say the Corolla is the slower car. I was making the point that the Jetta is as fast as a Corolla.
I can haz discussion? Toyota did actually make a huge improvement over the previous model... except some people like you think otherwise.
I have a 2003 Toyota, the paint still looks relatively new (I do wash it on a bi-weekly basis, and wax as well at my local car wash). Maybe that is why after 10 years, the paint still looks new. Maybe it has more to do with the owner i'm guessing? If the new Mazda3 wasn't so expensive and had LED standard headlights I would want to get that instead of the Corolla. From what I can see, the Mazda is only superior by engine and possibly handling.
I used to have a Jetta myself. I love the interior of the Jetta, but the exterior look is bland and the reliability puts me off buying another one. I eventually had to sell it for a low price because many of the parts failed. Now I bought a new mazda3 and love it.
Sounds good to me.
Thanks
where i live here in Canada, the Mazda3 definitely depreciate faster than Civic and Corolla. so it depends on where you live i guess.
Holy shit you post on UA-cam and Caranddriver....
What about the Focus?
so dependable
you should check out depreciation values before you speak. Mazda3 holds its value right up there with the corolla and civic
Since it's the same old car it'll definitely be reliable and cheap to run/maintain.
car built solid
Seriously, what young man would be attracted to a 132hp / CVT car.
..Give me a Focus or a Dart any day when it comes to compact cars.
In the United States as well this is true. Hondas and Toyotas keep their value better than Mazda.
That's quite a decent interior.
I live in California where cars are always in top condition (as opposed to the midwest and east coast where cars are exposed to snow and salt on the ground during Winter). You would expect Mazda cars to look brand new, but when you see them a 2004 Mazda 3 always looks old same with Mazda 6. Whenever I see a Toyota or Honda or even Nissan (although I think Mazda >>> Nissan), their paint always looks brand new. I mean shoot I see Toyotas and Hondas from the 90s looking like they are in top shape.
but is it reliable?
who says an exciting car has to always be at the shop? I took my mazda3 into the shop for repairs only 3 times during it's 106,530 mile life span that i gave it. if you take care of that exciting car, it will take care of you
I'd get the Civic. Probably the only thing I like of the Corolla is the LED lights...
I knew you would mention those. The "86" as it's called in my country comes with a garbage auto transmission and the stick shift is still slow for having 200hp. The Civic SI is better but still not quite as powerful as the 2.0 TSi which has 220-225 real horses. Also both the Toyota and the Honda do 220km/h give or take while the Jetta TSi can reach 240km/h.
I would have appreciated it more if Toyota hadn't BS'd everyone and just said they were making a new version of their comfy reliable compact. This is turning out the same as what Honda did with the 2012 Civic. Big drastic promises but nothing really changed. Honesty would be a nice courtesy.
that basketball game joke has to be one of the worse joke ever
My fav color
he said it....I can't believe he said it.... CVT transmission? Come on man, you are a professional
I love Toyota, but why a CVT instead of a 6 Speed Auto. Makes it a harder decision.
(so long as you don't rustproof after you've left the dealer's lot, that is)
Hey Corolla lovers, I like the Corolla but I am more of a Mazda 3 and Civic guy. Anyhow I just want to say, I actually find the previous Gen Corollas exterior to be better looking than this and at one point actually considered it the better looking of the segment around maybe 2008 or 09, but I think the interior of this is much better. Despite being wider and apparently lower this Corolla just looks more of a toy than the previous one, which actually looked sporty and serious.
That colour is spectacular. I'd like one of these however, I know at least around where I live everyone and their dog will be driving one ... that kinda turns me off of it.
So basically, what you're saying is that Toyota and Honda have better reliability. Thanks for clearing that up.
Isn't Mazda paint quality on the crappy end?
True. I like how Toyota and Lexus owners claim that people who drive MBZ, Audi or BMW buy because of the badge yet many Toyota owners are guilty of the same. Toyota is not what it used to be in terms of quality, sure they're still reliable but their designs and interiors are total crap in comparison to older Toyotas but as you said many will still sell.
Is the green color on the car featured in this review not available where you live?
Honestly, I don't think the limited color choices are going to deter your typical corolla buyer.. Seeing as how Corolla buyers aren't really looking to make a bold statement, just nice basic transportation.. Let's face it, if they where looking for a bright, flashy car, they're not going to be looking at Corolla anyways! ; ).
From someone that's not loyal to any car brand in particular, I too think the new mazda3 is better than the corolla in almost every way. From looks to performance to fuel efficiency. Corolla just doesn't wow anymore, actually never did =/ It's a car I'll get my mom or grandma so I don't have to worry about them. Since the 3 is new from ground up, away from the ford platform, we'll have to see how reliable this car is in the long run. Don't get offended now, I'm just saying.
Well, you have to know what you want before buying a car. I like an affordable car with above average performance. So most of those cars wouldn't cut it for me, save for the Jetta with 200hp and the DCT. If Toyota, Honda, or Mazda, etc. made a compact sedan with those characteristics i would buy it like right now.
I heard it was for the rental versions only but still a four speed auto does not belong in this decade!
looking at if from the front it looks ok, like a step up in the right direction... from the back it look like its trying to dress like the 2011 Kia Optima SX.. from the side it looks like it wants to have curves but its not happening especially with that angle on the back door window
The Jetta GLI is in a different class than a Toyota Corolla S. Sure it is the same size as the Corolla but its built with a powertrain that is meant to compete with cars like the Ford Focus ST. I actually feel bad that out of all the other cars in that price range you decided on a GLI. If you spent the time researching the actual alternatives to the GLI instead of a Corolla S, you may have been able to pick a car you found more enjoyable.
Yeah but reliability alone doesn't cut it for me mate, besides i'll be voiding the warranty as soon as i get it chipped.
I'd take the Jetta 2.0 TSi DSG over any of those. If the Golf 7 was available, i wouldn't even think twice about it.