2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid - The Prius Alternative
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- Опубліковано 12 вер 2019
- When is a Prius not a Prius? When it's a Corolla of course. The 2020 Corolla sedan is the Prius' close relative under the skin and for 2020 the share hybrid systems as well. With over 50 MPG in real world driving you now have an alternative if you've always wanted a Prius that looks more like a normal sedan. There's just one catch...
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The more basic is the car, the better for reliability I think...nowadays we complain when a car doesn't have this or that feature but we are perfectly happy and smiling when we drive a car from 1 or 2 decades ago that is base model and never miss electric seats and other modern stuff there... I would go for this basic version if I had to give my own money because like that the car is cheaper, lighter, more economical, more reliable due to minimizing the risk of things that can go wrong and it is a perfect for the job to drive you economically from a to b...and this is the original purpose of the vehicle. All those indestructable cars from the past that we miss were so reliable because they followed those rules I mentioned above
Yep. Less features means less components. Less components means less things that can go wrong.
Bought a 04 prius in 2010 with 82k miles. Now have 193k miles with original battery. Still get 45 to 48 avg mpg. I bought the car for fuel economy but last 9 years I've appreciated the reliability and low maintenance. The one thing I've taken for granted is the cargo space; especially with the rear seats down. You can put your bike back there as well as load up an amazing amount of stuff. It's almost like having a small crossover. I'm surprised that toyota didn't market the prius V as a small crossover. Must be the Toyota culture. I don't think they like to react to what they believe are short term trends. That's why they have gazillion generations of corollas, camrys. Will GM and Ford ever learn?
The Prius v is my favorite so far as it takes the practicality and adaptability to a whole new level. A modern version built on the TNGA platform would be very welcome. Of the new crop I have to say the RAV4 Hybrid is a good compromise. GM and Ford are merrily heading towards oblivion.
Most people don't like the way the Prius looks thats why they buy the Corolla. Rav4 is way more expensive, not in competition with the Corolla. You buy the Corolla because it has a proven bullet proof hybrid sytem and cvt that is time tested by the Prius. That is why I bought the Corolla over the Camry. I like the Prius but I'm not into the Prius ambiance thing. Proven rock solid reliability is what this car is all about. A Toyota actually built in Japan. Lovin my Corolla hybrid.
Super, if you can swing another $100 a month for a auto payment the Rav 4 hybrid is the better bang for the buck.
Rav 4 hybrid 7.5 seconds 0-60 mph vs Corolla 10.6 seconds.
Which would you prefer your wife is driving on the interstate?
The Corolla/Prius hybrid does not use a CVT. There is no measurable difference in built quality between Japanese and US built Toyotas. They are built from the same parts, according to the same procedures and tolerances. Most of it is done by computers and robots, anyway.
If you have the money, a RAV4 or Camry hybrid is better. But if you don't, the Corolla/Prius hybrid is just fine.
@@rncondie Is that a car question or a relationship question?
I agree with everybody ;)
@@dsugioaga You are correct about the cvt. Like referring to a Pepsi as a Coke. Let's say transaxle or whatever you want to call it. As for the difference in Japan maybe your right but I would prefer a Japanese car made in Japan. If I buy a Ford I don't want one built in Mexico.
This vehicle truly is groundbreaking. A hybrid that gets the gas mileage this does, without looking like a hybrid, is awesome. It looks like a normal corolla and costs not much more. There are so many people that will buy this.
Yup.Toyota's Hybrid sales are going through the roof right now.
@@rightlanehog3151 Mainly because of the RAV4.
Is it groundbreaking? The (normal-looking) Hybrid Camry has been selling since 2006.
@@rabbitruck
The rav4 hybrid is up 700 percent 1st quarter 2020. Mainly because supply now meets demand in usa.
Corolla hybrid up 300 percent.
These two are the fastest growing hybrids in the industry.
The rav4 prime will smash both if it can meet demand.
In fact, if Toyota can come up with their solid state batteries and put these batteries in the prime versions of their other hybrids and give the prime versions more power, then the prime versions will smash records.
We do have a $2000 premium option package as an add on in Canada for the Corolla hybrid . It gives you :
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Wireless Charging
Heated Steering Wheel
Hybrid Synergy Drive
Door Sill Protectors
Heated Rear Seats
8-way Power Driver Seat
Softex Seats
Driver Lumbar Support
Ambient Lighting
All of that is nothing
Must be nice... I’d pay for it.
All that for $2gran more 🙋🏽♂️sign me up
Hybrid Synergy Drive ? I thought if its a hybrid using the Prius power plant what would this be then?
I purchased a 2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid - Celestite Grey - very nice. pretty nice car , engine noise is pretty quiet, road noise can be a little loud on rough roads - on new roads it is almost lexus whisper quiet, i'm gettin ~60 mpg - using pretty modest driving style, seats are comfy. ALEX is one of the best. i switched from a 1998 honda CR-V after 22 years of marriage and 250K miles sad it had to go. THANKS ALEX
How's the acceleration merging onto highways? I'm debating on this vs Insight just on power....thanks!
Subbed b/c damn if this isn't the best breakdown and feature highlight I've seen in a while. Dull car (which I'm seriously considering b/c it's dull = good commuter); great touch points. Well done sir.
Reviews are getting more and more comprehensive Love it. It’s in the details 😉
I get around 55-57 mpg. I drive 160 miles a day. About 98% highway. 62mph is the sweet spot on Cruise control. The engine turns off and uses the hybrid mode when it’s level ground or down hill. When not using cruise control you can use the electric motor alone with the engine off, up to 70 mph BUT you have to be progressive with the gas pedal. I bought mine in July 2021, I already have 15,000 miles! No regrets. I get about 550 miles per tank. Only has a 10 gallon gas tank.
This car is attractive, a great price and will literally run for 300,000 miles sasy
The hybrid battery is quite good, but 300k without replacement is probably a stretch.
Maybe 250000 miles on the conservative side with the batteries in mind 😅
agreed ! i just did a comparison between gas and hybrid check it out
ua-cam.com/video/6oOZwqS2sC8/v-deo.html
My uncle's prius has 474,000 miles on the clock, he does uber and never had to replace the battery, don't think a hybrid of any other could do that 😉
@@ryadhasanahmed5443 I've heard of a couple 1st gen Insight with the original batteries still in them. I don't know them personally so not sure if they're being honest.
Loved the Camry Hybrid since it first came out. Been my dream car ever since.
I’m still pretty torn. I would likely pick the Prius over the Corolla Hybrid, but the Camry Hybrid LE really is a good option. For me I just prefer smaller cars.
I am waiting for my 2022 Corolla Hatch Hybrid GR Sport
I purchased a 2020 Corolla Hybrid in March 2019 and have driven over 8000 miles since then. My over all mpg is low 60's measured by actual gas used and miles driven. The built in MPG monitor is NOT accurate and give a higher MPG reading then what you are really getting. My driving is around 80 miles round trip to work and back over a mix of Interstate city and rural roads. I am very satisfied with the Corolla, I have driven LE Corolla's for the past several years so I am OK with the lack of options. The only two complaints that I have is the lack of a real spare tire and lack of Android Car Play. I switched From Android to iPhone so that I could use the Car Play feature.
You made a smart choice with this car for those long commutes. At sensible speeds the fuel mileage is stunning. Is it possible to buy a spare and secure it in the trunk space provided? #SaveSpareTires
@@rightlanehog3151 I bought a Full sized rim and tire at the Tire store that I always go to and a Toyota Jack from Amazon and they fit in the Normal wheel well in the trunk. I still have the Normal trunk space available to use for luggage etc.
@@truthmatters9594 That is very practical advice. What speed do you drive on the Interstate? I only ask because Car & Driver got 56 mpg during their 200 mile test run at 75 mph.
@@rightlanehog3151 I usually drive 70 MPH on Interstate. I have two routes that I can take between home and work, one is almost all Interstate and the other about half Interstate. I get about the same MPG on either route so reasonable Interstate speeds gets as good mpg as slower non Interstate speeds One trip I did go up to 75 mph and did notice a small drop in mpg.
@@truthmatters9594 Thanks again for all the detail. Even a Hybrid can't cheat the wind so there is always a price to pay for higher highway speeds. Here in Canada the speed limit is generally 100 kmh (62 mph) so I would estimate the fuel mileage would be 10-15% better than 70 mph. For some odd reason we also get two levels of Corolla Hybrid so things like power and heated seats are available. I am sure more options are coming to the USA. Right now Toyota is having to juggle to supply Corollas to North America due to the fact they converted their bigger Corolla plant in Ontario to RAV4 production. That leaves Mississippi and whatever capacity they have in JAPAN trying to build well over 300,000 per year.
Dear Toyota,
Give us the 2.0l hybrid wagon! The Trek trim aught to sell here.
YES, yes, yes and yes.
I would ''simply'' choose a Rav4 hybrid with the front end of the Camry . Toyota don't want to send in america all the good station wagons version of their line-up here and it's a pity
@@martinmartin5904 well may be that's because they don't sell that well in US. Although I'd love to get one of those efficient wagons whether it's corolla or camry based
Here! Here! It would be nice to get an AWD Corolla wagon too, but I don’t think that Toyota is listening, they’re just looking at statistics... and slovenly Americans don’t buy wagons- they buy CUVs
@@brodiwheeler7583 The Corolla Hybrid wagon with the Prius e-AWD system would be bitchin' to use an old fashioned word .
Let us have the Corolla PLUG-IIN hybrid with at least 50 miles pure electric range NOW!!!!!! I say this as having owned both Priuses and Corollas.
@biblereader You don't have to plug them in. It's like a standard hybrid, but with a slightly larger battery and the ability to plug in and pre charge. No disadvantages compared to a none plug in hybrid. Other than cost of a battery charger. I'd like it because I'd never have to touch the gas engine on my work commute, but I have the range of the fuel tank for trips.
The car doesn’t have the room for a plug in hybrid system. The car is made to have a Combustion engine which doesn’t give it the correct space for a plug in hybrid system.
Great review. I picked one up for my 2hr daily commute to save on gas vs my 350z or 8.1L truck! Love the engineering/reliability behind the hybrid as a auto tech myself. Loving its so far.
I think this appeals to first car buyers and parents who are shopping for an affordable, efficient and safe first car for their child. Toyota reliability is a bonus. Not everyone can get over Prius styling. The Insight and Camry hybrids are more expensive than they need to be and larger isn’t better for new drivers.
If I ever buy a car without a plug I'd consider the Corolla. One huge thing for me, as a two time Prius owner, are the gauges right in front of the driver. After 8 years I never got used to or liked the Prius center mounted info panel.
Loved this review, Alex! So much useful detail!
Got the RAV4 hybrid, however, never thought about the corolla or Prius. Rather this was a way to get the practicalities of a small SUV I needed yet with slightly better mileage than my old small midsize sedan. One caveat thought got the limited RAV4 so way more than the corolla.
We have a current gen Prius and RAV hybrid. The RAV has a lot more power, and my left brain appreciates the value proposition of size / all weather capability / efficiency. That being said, my right brain kinda longs for something more fun to drive. The engineering in both cars is remarkable...I think i just prefer something with a little more joi de vivre. I'm tempted to drive the new Escape hybrid or CR-V hybrid to see if they have a bit more driving personality. The RAV was the best thing in segment that I could find at the time, but there is definitely something missing that is hard to quantify.
Alex, Believe it or not we have two levels of Corolla Hybrid in Canada with a #Premium package available. Surely this egregious injustice perpetrated against innocent Americans will be rectified soon!
I was gonna comment this~!
Innocent? Let those Yankee imperialists suffer. It is because of their wagon-hating ways that Canadians don't get the Corolla wagon we long for to replace our beloved Matrix.
@@anthropology4everyone622 The Matrix/Vibe was the sixth most popular vehicle in Canada not that long ago. Toyota Canada will hopefully bring it back soon.
@@anthropology4everyone622 Perhaps you could convince Canadian car companies to design and build a Matrix like car. U.S. isn't stopping them from doing that. Please contact these companies and explain that there is a market for that type of car. Otherwise stop your belly aching, eh.
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@@nix4644 Only Toyota can build a genuine Matrix/Corolla. I am also confident Toyota's loyal band of Canadian dealerships would love to have the opportunity to sell them though they may not be at liberty to express the thought too publicly.
Toyota Hybrid is the one to get.
In Costa Rica, we got a premium package with leather interior, electric seats, wireless phone charging, backup sensors (& camera which I think you also get) and I guess other stuff, too but costs $29.900 lol we have to pay up a lot of import fees and stuff
Thanks , very thorough info !!
Alex, can you do a review on the open pilot comma ai autonomous driving unit ???!! Love your reviews.
Well, here in Panama this 2020 Corolla hybrid comes with Softex seats, parking sensors both front and rear, leather wrapped steering wheel, spare tire and a wireless charger. The one that we get is made in Japan, I Don’t know if that makes any difference, but this American version seems pretty sparse. Oh and it is sold for $23K USD, and they are charging the same for the 2020 Corolla SE.
The Hybrids sold in the USA and Canada come from Japan too.
Wireless charger in a car with wired Carplay is pointless.
@@aluisious Well if I have a passenger then it would be useful for them.
great review
Wow, I never even thought about the camry hybrid
Good Information even if not interested in hybrid... nice to know the difference in the models. Not sure how the Hybrid Highlander would compare.. not much printed or video on it. Good job, Alex.
The 2020 Highlander Hybrid is said to return 33-34 MPG while offering a 3,500 lbs towing capacity. That is #unprecedented in its category. I would also say the Avalon Hybrid compares favorably to the Camry.
Considering the gas price in CA is above 4 and higher and higher, if we just drive 10k a year, you will spend 800$ on gas. If you drive a 30 mpg car, you will spend 1300. $500 per year saving is not bad at all.
European 2021 Corolla gets three trim levels: Business, Dynamic and Exclusive. Business is baseline, with 15inches steel wheels, urethane steering wheel and 4.2 digital cluster display, instead of 7 inch showcased in LE trim. Dynamic trim adds 7 inch digital cluster, 16 inches alloy wheels, heated front seats, leather covered steering wheel, dual climate control and reduced speed spare tire. Exclusive trim gets 18 inches alloy wheels, keyless entry/go, rear cross traffic alert and full LED front lights. But there's 6000 euro - about 7000 USD - price difference between cheapest and most expensive trim level.
I choose for myself mid level, Dynamic, supposed to arrive at the end of April 2021. And of course, all Corolla sedan's are built in Toyota factory in Turkey .
Just got a 2019 Prius XLE and really the only reason I skipped the Corolla Hybrid was the single trim and no package problem. Was looking for some options like power seats and sunroof that you just can't get here so I moved past it sadly. I love the new Corolla design inside and out.
You made a smart buy. The versatility of the hatch is superior to that of a trunk. Our 2018 Prius has been flawlessly reliable and you can haul a surprising amount of stuff.
@@rabbitruck most Prius forums are full of people stuff their cars with stuff they didn't think that they could lol. People never give this car enough credit.
When comparing cargo areas in the hatchbacks, that is with eliminating the cargo cover, correct?
I'd pick a prius over a corolla hybrid. For comfort and space. Also not much more moeny for a prius. But for performance and comfort I'd prefer a Honda Insight. Problem with the Insight is the gas tank is too small. not enough range. need a 13 gallon tank not 10.6.
The new 2021 Camry hybrid uses a lithium battery now and gets excellent fuel economy just did a long trip at 70mph, a/c was running and logged a real world 5.0/l per 100km 56 mpg Canadian or 46.6 mpg US. We will see how it does in the cold Canadian winters which is something I am concerned about, will it be an ice box or warm vehicle??? Alex please review the 2021 Camry hybrid.
When will the day come when if we buy any Toyota it will either be a hybrid or a BEV?
Corolla 2L hyubrid 180bhp here in Europe. Did a test drive recently and it's like a completely different vehicle, way more enjoyable to drive. Hope you get it there soon as well. Maybe if the 1.8l sells well enough?
We get that 2.0 Hybrid engine in the Lexus UX. The Corolla we are really missing is the Touring Sports wagon. Toyota's sales of all Hybrids have risen dramatically of late so who knows what may come in the next year.
We in 2023 y'all and still my dream sedan.
I see some Corollas advertised with a Lithium battery and some with the Nickel battery on the 2021 Hybrids. What's up with that?
I so want this to be my car when I get out of college!
i just did a comparison between gas and hybrid check it out
ua-cam.com/video/6oOZwqS2sC8/v-deo.html
Same
It looks good in black.
1 trim level for Corolla Hybrid. It means TOYOTA want people to buy Prius if they want higher trim.I think people won't buy Prius but they will buy Camry or Honda instead.
Been watching new Camry hybrid used anywhere from 18- 23k 60kmiles on the cheep ones 20 k miles on the more expensive ones . Think off lease cars . Seem like alot of company cars coming off lease. I'm going to find me a clean one and get it . Although it's tough to justify getting rid of my 2010 Prius it still works great.
Keep the 2010 Prius it is already paid off.
I'm keeping my 2010 Prius!
It is hard to justify sending money on a different car when the one you have is very good and will most likely stay that way. I didnt think i would be so impressed with the prius but the more i drive it, and the little i have to do to fix it , and the low fuel cost , im more and more impressed. So i just keep driving for cheap, mine was used and paid for also .
Alex when can we expect to see a 2020 Forte GT review?
If only they made this as a wagon. The fact that Prius is a liftback and not a sedan is one of the main reasons I own it. In my Prius I sleep in the back, carry bicycles in the back, etc. - I couldn't do this in the Corolla or Camry Hybrid.
The SE and XSE trims are better than hybrid trim. The SE trims use new TNGA platform providing way better mileage than previous generation. SE trims are much better looking and more spacious than hybrid trim. You can easily get 750-800 kilometers per tank on SE trims.
Nice review. Kinda clouded the waters at the end, but hey, viewers should see there are options. Seems like the best "affordable" option for a new compact hybrid is the Hyundai. For folks not afraid of a used car, a 2 year old Camry hybrid gets you a better car. The only advantage to a Prius is the liftback cargo space and more upgraded trims. 2019 Ioniq are on sale and you should be able to get one for less than $21K. A gently used 2016-2017 Camry hybrid can be had for less than a new Corolla hybrid. I'd suggest that a new Corolla hybrid should be the last choice, but a new Camry hybrid or Rav4 hybrid is not what a typical Corolla buyer can or wants to spend.
If dag gone Toyota would sell the Corolla hybrid Touring Sports with 2.0 engine, then you could have a better preforming hybrid with a decent back seat and lots of cargo space......but we don't get it in North America. Boo Toyota.
Once again I must agree with you, the Corolla wagon is far and away the best one they make.
Reading this in 2022 and laughing. Used cars are same price as new now.
IMO, Prius Prime base model is a better option. I wish you had covered it in your comparison. With current $1500 cash back offer and $4500 in federal tax rebate, it's a no brainer. Let me know what you think.
Possibly, only time will tell if the lithium batteries in the Prius Prime have the same lifespan as the traditional nickel ones found in this Corolla.
@@rightlanehog3151 makes a key point. The Ni batteries in the Prius have proven to be quite reliable over the extended term.
Agree 100%. I bought a 2020 Prius Prime this week and with the $4502 tax credit, my Prius Prime xls was the same price and the Prius XLS
Mahesh, I agree. In fact there is a current cash back offer from Toyota on the Prius Prime equal to 4500, plus 500 depending on the state (NH in my case, for a total of 5000). That expires the end of March, so far as I know. Between that and the federal tax credit of 4500, the effective price of the Prime right now is clearly less than that of the Prius. (!!!)
I bought a Prius Prime XLE this week. So far I am very happy with the purchase.
I prefer the corolla over the Camry LE because it has a bigger Head unit, lcd gauge cluster and full LED in the front
One thing to note is that Toyota made the first hybrid Prius in 1997. I would say they make the better hybrid vehicle for the long run and life span of the vehicle compared to the Insight of the Ioniq. Performance wise though I would say the other two have an advantage.
You are correct. Toyota is the only manufacturer with a proven track record of top notch reliability for their Hybrids. The nickel metal hydride batteries are proven technology but only time will tell if lithium ion batteries achieve the same lifespan.
I am really interested in the Corolla I like the exterior and new interior. It's the size I want for my 1 car garage and I'm single. However there's the Prius which is more practical, but odd looking inside and out. Either are cars I could realistically buy new. Thanks for the review probably in the next year or so I'll be car shopping.
My thoughts exactly!
Folks, don't be too surprise if Toyota offers a Hybrid Corolla hatch in the near future as they already sell them in most other markets. BTW Alex made a good point about the AWD Prius that offers more grip with minimal extra fuel consumption.
If you don't mind buying a used car, check out the Lexus CT200h.
You'd love the Prius. I think you get used to the looks.
I'd rather have the Prius over the Corolla Hybrid, but I'd rather have the RAV4 XSE over the both of them.
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I agree, but not for nearly $8k more and poorer fuel economy.
@@athletejmv No one drives an SUV for fuel economy alone. Prius and Corolla Hybrid drivers takes fuel economy as a priority. Hybrid SUV drivers wants more space, higher ground clearance, etc along with a better fuel economy compared to gas powered SUV.
i just did a comparison between gas and hybrid check it out
ua-cam.com/video/6oOZwqS2sC8/v-deo.html
Does it come with a spare tire? I've seen yes and no in different UA-cam reviews.
Excellent!
Why do you list the Ioniq as slower when you tested it at 9.8 seconds - a whole 0.8 seconds faster than the corolla here?
Why can you get all the other trims and hatchback in UK.Even in Canada you can option premium package with leather.
Recently I read of a "launch gear" on the Toyota CVT transmission. Is it available yet? I have an old T Camry Hybrid and reckon I would enjoy squeeking the tyres at the lights rather than the mushy launch of the standard CVT.
the launch gear is for non hybrid cars equipped with a real cvt. the hybrid cars do not need a launch gear as the electric motor has instantaneous response. I squeak the tires on my hybrid all the time (for about a second before traction control kicks in).
This should be a much sportier version of the prius since the prius is for hypermilers. So maybe it would lose a little efficiency but the electric motors could make it much more exciting to drive and make this car sell like crazy. Kind of like the Rav4 prime.
It'll happen in a few years. We are about 10 years away from every fun car being a hybrid or electric. The fleet MPG requirements will make anything else except very low volume cars (BMW Supra) impossible.
Toyota skimped on sound insulation on the hybrid model to save costs and weight. That's why you can hear so much road noise and outside noise in general.
I think the non-hybrid Corolla LE and XLE will be a little more quiet than the hybrid.
webcomment or the se trim?
72 decibels isn't so bad. From other reviews I thought it would be much worse than that
So much better than a Prius. The Prius' "quirkiness" makes me vomit. I really wish they would offer a hatchback version though, and at least the option of adding a temporary spare tire.
Yes, it's a pity you can't get a sporty Corolla Hybrid since it's only the LE trim. Since Toyota treats the Corolla as entry-level, it is missing features that it's competition has
Good job 🤓
I don’t understand why Toyota has the DRL use the headlight housing when they have those j like led accents 🤷🏻♂️
Multi link rear suspension of TOYOTA Corolla is good. It will be better if it get 225/45 R17 tyres as a top grade.
Is this better than a Prius for city miles?
Alex, i love your articulate pronunciation 🤤
So satistyung
I can't stand the instrument panel layout on the Prius. The exterior is not my cup of tea either, but if I'm driving I don't have to look at it but I absolutely loathe not having the gauges where they belong., my strong left eye bias makes it even worse, I have to keep moving my head to check the gauge cluster. The Ioniq seems cool, the Niro even moreso, but I'm worried about the reliability of a DCT, I've heard reports of overheating issue with Kia/Hyundai DCTs in other vehicles and of course there's the Ford DCT debacle and similar problems in VW group vehicle. A new Camry Hybrid is simply out of my price range.
So, It would seem to come down to the Insight which I've driven several times and really like but tend to be scarce in my area, and the Corolla Hybrid which is easier to find and thanks to price incentives is quite a bit cheaper in the Detroit are than the Insight so I could probably pick up a set of winter wheels.
Hey Alex, i have some unanswered question, been hoping you could answer it
That means no actual cvt gearbox on every Corolla E210(newest gen) everywhere on the planet, yeah? because in my country, all automotive reviewer are nimbtwats, they told all of audience that newest corolla hybrid is pairing with 7 speed cvt
1. Were they right?
2. Is all this just apply here in america and canada or something?
3. Or this is new tech of 2020, anything below that year aint?
4. Since there is only power spliter differential/gearbox, this tech is similar with honda's yes?
I would also test drive a Kia Niro, a Honda Fit, and a Kia Forte. You might want to spend more for a Mazda 3 or Prius all wheel drive. Some will prefer the Prius with a higher trim level. Hybrids are a gamble after about 120,000 miles- if the big battery fails all your fuel savings might go down the drain to buy a new battery, and a used battery will have no up to maybe a 1 year warranty. Very long term, if the generator fails your trade in value goes to close to zero as a parts only junker.
Green Bean Battery offers a lifetime free replacement warranty on their reconditioned hybrid batteries. And they cost less then you might think ($1,449 for a reconditioned gen. 2 Prius battery).
Jeff Ruebens Prius hybrid batteries normally go 200,00 to 300,00 miles don't worry.
good debate between the corolla and camry hybrids..might i add that consumables, maintenance and repair costs would swing in the favor of the corolla too. definitely a tough choice!
Other than a bit of gasoline, which specific 'consumables' will be consumed in greater quantities by the Camry Hybrid? With the exception of slightly larger tires to occasionally replace, why would there be meaningfully higher maintenance and repair costs with the Camry?
@@rightlanehog3151 tires & pads are both going to be cheaper being a lighter car, windshield replacements might be a toss up, but you can't say repair costs on the Camry wouldn't be more expensive from fender benders, really bad pot holes, etc...sure, on a 24 month lease maybe it is a wash but these are legitimate concerns since Toyota buyers (especially their hybrid fans) do typically hang on their vehicle for a long time, these things will add up.
@@kenkozawa9810 I said tires.
@@rightlanehog3151 um ok..? You said tires! You're the winner!
@@kenkozawa9810 I just wanted to see if you were paying attention.
I wish Toyota would bring the Corolla Hatchback Hybrid to the USA. They've been selling it in Europe and Australia for years.
will hybrid hatchback be introduced next year?
Chen Ye the Prius is a hatchback. You'd love it.
Seems to me that between “Alex on Autos” and the fun team over at “SavageGeese” the UA-cam public is THOROUGHLY covered when looking for a detailed, honest, and entertaining car or truck review. Am I correct?
Go Alex!
"Toda" LOL
What about the hatchback model?
Corolla LE / Hybrid is a big yawn. But it's surprising how much better that Honda Insight looks than both the Corolla and Honda's own Civic (which is not pretty, IMO). Let's hope Honda fixes the styling on the next generation Civic. At Honda, they either get styling really right. Or they don't.
NEEDs a 220V plugin with 50 mls range
my windshield glass got cracked, and can not order an original replacement in Canada....
Does someone know what range you can get from a full tank of fuel approximately?
It's 11.4gal, so ~600mi/tank
I think the Corolla has a 13.2 gallon fuel tank for the gas model. I’m guessing it may have maybe 10 gallons or less fuel tank in the hybrid model. But that should be around 500+ miles of estimated range but if you get over 60mpg that’ll be well over 600 miles on a tank
Ok, was hoping for 750-800 mile range. Not a huge issue, would have to skip every second station instead of every third for my trips. Pretty good efficiency for a gas automobile of this size and power!
Car and Driver got 56 mpg in their 200 mile Highway test at 75 mph.
10 gallons gets around 500 in a 48 to 52 mpg Prius hybrid. Not sure what this Corollas tank holds but I would assume the same and more if it holds more gas. On another note hybrids are low maintenance cars, The breaks last on average 150 k miles and oil changes are every 10,000 miles in case you have note owned a hybrid.
At the end of the day, hybrid buyers are cash sensitive. i live in Thailand. I've recently purchased the corolla cross hybrid. its MRSP is 36500 Usd . i am really hoping to cash-in some reserve on fuel. A 5000 usd jump to get a camry thats a big leap
The Corolla Cross hybrid is already released in Thailand??
@@toxomanrod more than a year now
I like the plug in hybrid
Disappointing that Toyota discontinued the Prius C. Imagine a prius C with the current hybrid system!
Prius is C was my first hybrid. Loved it, paid it off, traded it for a truck... regretted it ever since. My C never had any issues and cost very little to operate. My mom, bought hers at the same time, is still going strong with no issues.
athletejmv how did y’all like your C in currently in the market for a hybrid and the C is such an inexpensive model but all the reviews make it out to look cheap do y’all get the mileage it says it does?
@@official_king3734 It can get 50+ mpg easily, of course depends on how you drive, but i get 50+ mpg with no problem.
European spec Touring sport is more expensive but so much better looking inside and out
The Touring Sport is the best looking and by far the most practical version of the new Corolla. It is probably the best car Toyota makes today. At the moment it is only manufactured in Britain . If it was sold in the USA it would be priced around $25,000 - 30,000 depending on the trim.
Waiting for the the corolla plug in......
Love toyota hybrids so much - LC500H is THE one to get.
100k on a car no thanks........................
Do you know how many mile per Mph is the Maximum from Electric before the Gas kick in ?
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Surprised you didn't mention the corolla "replaced" the prius-C. I get a lot of the same vibes - it's a bare minimum city focused hybrid.
Surely the upper trims are coming soon.
May the Prius C rest in peace.
I realize this comment is late as hell but the prius-c was basically a hybrid Yaris and as such, felt and drove like one. You can't compare it to the Corolla hybrid.
@@coreyisabigpushover The new hybrid Corolla has a quite good aerodynamic chape, lets see if it's as reliable as the Prius C.
I want the hybrid but with the leather, sun roof heated seats it sucks that this is so base.
Are those Run-Flat tires?
Could you please also make a comparison video with Honda Insight ?
No fog lights?
The said of the instruments "we find the same gauges as in the rest of the Corolla lineup." What?
Prius prime was my choice... most reliable car you can buy... but the Camry is an awesome choice but lower MPG.
1:29 Whoa, Alex said "windshield" instead of "windscreen!"
I use both. I had no idea this was such a hot topic...
@@AAutoBuyersGuide Haha I don't think it is. I just have it in my head that you usually say windscreen. I'm sure you've used both in videos before, but I only seem to remember the "windscreen"s -- probably because windshield is more natural to me, so windscreen stands out.
@@Pikminiman haha! Same here. Not a big deal but I much prefer windshield. The other just sounds kind of silly to me.
Cars have windshields. Planes have windscreens.
I'm still debating with myself if I should get the Prius or the Corolla Hybrid...
I wished Toyota brought the Corolla Wagon Hybrid to America..
Corolla hybrid is a solid buy... average 65-70 MPG with a lot of the latest features.
Prius. Hatchback is more versatile when you need to make the occasional Home Depot or Lowe's run. Prius also has AWD available if you want it, and greater range of trim / options. Prius hands down.
I love my Prius!
Wait, is a cabin air filter not standard equipment on some cars?! I thought that was a given
The Corolla LE does have a cabin filter.
Cars never had them before so big deal
A certain Car & Driver magazine got a staggering #56mpg in their 200 mile Highway test at a velocity of 75 mph. Surely the Hybrid is the obvious choice for Corolla sedan shoppers who are too lazy to shift their own gears. Too bad head and leg room are in severely short supply in this TNGA generation of Corolla. Taller drivers and passengers simply won't fit inside.
They are very easy to drive/control, and you can drive like crap wrt efficiency, and it'll still be better than a lot of normal cars :)
The way the pricing seems to be on these, I wonder why you'd not just spend maybe $1000-1500 more and just get the Camry Hybrid LE.
The Camry Hybrid LE is $5,300 more than the Corolla hybrid
If you are going to look at the Camry hybrid you may as well empty the change in your pockets and get the Rav 4 LE hybrid.
@@rncondie Now that's what I'm talkin' about.
The Camry LE comes with a lithium ion battery whereas the Corolla and most other models come withe the tried and tested Nickel hydride battery.
From Japan : I think corolla is good car and very popular all over the world. In the U.S. is which generation support corolla ?
i don't give a good GD about leather this and that, or fancy wheels or the rest of that rot. what i DO miss, is a good adjustable lumbar support. that is a real-world concern. i wonder how it would drive over the cratered roads of shelton? i saw one the other day that had very pretty light gray upholstery, appealing.
They certainly offer plenty of sidewall with those refreshingly uncool 15'' rims and that will ease your pain a lot. Tires replacement costs will also be much cheaper as the Corolla rolls through the years.
@@rightlanehog3151 the mitsubishi mirage G4 for about half the price [street] has even taller rubber on its 14" rims, and similar real-world fuel economy with its CVT. even slower, though. i was very impressed how well the G4 flattened out speed bumps :D will have to find a test drive on the corolla hybrid to see if it behaves similarly.
@@BruceTheSillyGoose It is no mirage (sorry, couldn't help myself) that the Corolla gets 56 highway mpg and surely offers a superior driving experience, a far more substantial feel and much longer expected lifespan.
@@rightlanehog3151 working class people get the mirage, middle class people get the toyota.
@@BruceTheSillyGoose I am working class and drive a 14 year old Pontiac Vibe which was paid off 11 years ago. My hard-earned money would go towards the Corolla.