Just like Japanese motorcycles, bulletproof reliability. I've got about 250,000 miles on my 2008 base model Corolla. Very boring to look at but it provides me with cheap transportation and I know it'll never be stolen.
Lol..I agree man.. I actually like how it responds off the line compared to my 2020 corolla LE with CVT but my 2005 matrix drinks more has compared to that CVT.
I dont think this car should be compared to the Civic because the Civic is basically a mid-size car now. The Corolla is smaller, lighter a bit more nimble. Its meant to be a simpler way of transportation and I like that aspect for it. Kudos to Toyota, Honda and Mazda for keeping their little cars updated and appealing!
I had a Toyota Corolla as my first car. It was a 99 model that was a 5 speed manual blue. It was a great car as well. When it comes to this one , this one seems like it a decent car .
Love my blue flame hatchback. i have the SE and CVT for maximum MPG but I still like it. Been very reliable and after 82K miles it still feels like a new car inside and out. Thanks for the review.
I love the look of the Hatchback and last year had to make a choice between this and the Civic Manual Hatch and ended up choosing the Civic Manual Hatch because of how much more space the car has compared to the Corolla. I can say there has been many many many times that I have used all the space in the civic where asin the corolla I wouldn't have been able to fit everything.
@@iloveniro in sure you will love it, the car is still great the trunk just has less space overall and is a corolla so you can expect great mpg and good reliability with now good style.
@@marklintwo any car with least amount of tech in will be reliable. That's what Toyota is, most of their cars on the road without the issues are base models with nothing in it - basically a refrigerator on the wheels. This has changed recently, tho. Look at RAV4 for example. It has so many problems such as: injector, battery setting car on fire, rollover, fuel pump failure, gearbox failure, airbags and the list goes on. No, those are not 1 or 2 issues, they actually have millions of cars recalled for these matters. I'm sorry but Toyota is not what it used to be. They have gone down hill and are living of the reputation that they built over 1980s, 1990s and 2000 - 2010. After 2010 they began to go down hill and just for the past 4 years they rapidly began to lose quality.
You are comparing a 10 vs a 9 in terms of reliability. Not the factor that would decide this battle. Plus the Civic wins pretty much every other category.
@@brianrainey2739 no Civic does not. In fact Honda went down hill big time over past 3 years. It is way below top 10 most reliable brands. Check the latest consumer reports. A lot has changed.
@@jraheemjefcoat429 That’s because it’s a much larger car. I’m 6’4 and fit in the back of the Corolla sedan but the hatch does seem more tight on headroom.
I've got a 2019 corolla hatch xse 6 speed and it's been nothing but amazing the last 45k miles. Of course, i added my own twist to it; plenty of suspension modifications/bracing, bolts ons, wheels and grippy tires, etc and while it's not as quick as other hatches on the market the handling is amazing both in the mountains and on some of the twisties down here in Florida. From the factory they are decent cars, but with some modifications they wake up and become really fun to throw around corners!
Corolla is well bulid comfortable premium and value for money .haters will say corolla is not premium but the,level of quality corolla has makes it premium . The new civic is better though
@@RaitisRides No problem! On the topic of the wheels, the 40 sidewall saved me in Northern Ontario....hit a massive hole in the road going 110km/h and I thought for sure the strut was going through the hood...but nothing! Wheels made by ENKEI so high quality I presume!
I like the looks of the Corolla hatchback. I can’t wait to see the GR Corolla. Agree about the manual. A manual makes just about any car feel more engaging and more fun to drive. Which makes it such a shame so few new cars are available with one. Because I vastly prefer a manual, there are some great cars I just won’t seriously consider buying because they’re automatic only.
The problem is Toyota does not allow ordering of cars only option is to be put on a list. The dealer near me hasn't seen any manual trans in 6 months. So even the cool 2 tone colors you won't be able to choose. So to answer the question, it doesn't matter if this is better than a Civic you can't get one!
Any power deficit is easier to excuse with a six speed manual- One of the great joys of driving is thrashing a manual transmission on a lower power car to maximize the performance.
The first time I saw one of these XSE hatches with the optional wing, I did a double take. Never thought I'd think of a corolla as a "cool" car. One of these in the dark blue, or this "blue flame", with the optional spoiler, the optional roof rack, the window visors, and a set of bronze wheels would look SWEET
Bought the 2021 black/red XSE (6 speed) hatch just like you reviewed back in November 2020. Your review really helped seal the deal for me. Thank you and keep up the great work!
Thank you Joe & Lori for bringing this one to us! Me personally, I like how Honda makes their 2022 Civic Hatchback look more like a sleek, grown up sedan while still retaining that hatchback functionality. Love your channel and looking forward to your future reviews!
I think the only way it would flop would be if they made it way too expensive or if they couldn't make enough to meet demand and I predict demand will be huge.
@@Unchainedmaple888 true I see your point there. Demand will be high a lot of people want a hot hatch from Toyota because of the GR Yaris not sold here in the states. I’m sure the Corolla is the answer
It's just the US market is full of trash taste now..Veloster, A45, Type R all flopped in USA, So a hot hatch might in USA a risky move even for Toyota. Your market need to move from generic boring SUV.
@@SaintMecha none of those flopped at all. All of those cars you mentioned enthusiasts buy it’s not a car for everybody. If they didn’t sell at all then yes I would say it’s a flop. Suvs are the talk of the town the market is hot for them it won’t die down
Design 10/10 Extremely good looking hatchback I think easy the best looking in its class. I literally can not WAIT for the Corolla GR. All the Corolla EVER needed was a fast performance model. The last fast Corolla we got in America was the 2005 XRS with the Yamaha tuned 2zz engine. I don’t believe we ever got a racing rally spec vehicle from Toyota in America like the celica GT4 of previous. The GR Corolla is going to OWN everything in this class
WHICH CAR IS MORE RELIABLE, LAST LONGER, LESS MAINTENANCE, MORE COFORTABLE RIDING ON BUMPY ROADS? THE TOYOTA COROLLA OR THE HONDA CIVIC SEDAN WITH 1.5 TURBO WITH 6SPD? DOES THE SEDAN MODEL OFFER A QUIET RIDE IN COMPARISON TO THE HATCHBACK DESIGN IN BOTH HONDA CIVIC AND TOYOTA COROLLA?
Toyota just needs to hurry up and bring that GR Corolla to market!!! Aaaannnnnnnd while they're at it GR ALL THE THINGS!!! Great review as usual Joe and Lori!!! Y'all stay cranking out these epic reviews day in and day out and we're all gonna run out of money or wives or kids buying them all!!!
15 months ago I was looking for a D.D. We didn't like the New Gen Miata's Torsion Beam Suspension, so we looked at this exact Corrolla in white (2021) and a new 2020 Civic Coupe EX. We're all about handling since we live in the mountains. I let my wife decide after watching Raiti's reviews. She liked the Toyota...till she started driving the Civic in a Kohl's parking lot. Two turns and with a growling voice straight out of The Excorcist, she bellowed, "WE GOTTA BUY THIS CAR!!!" We did.
Honda have a better gear box for shifting and appear to be more fun to drive than the Toytotas. But I would be interested in knowing which car will be more reliable and go the longest distance in miles since the Toyota is normal aspirated to the Honda's Turbo engine. Will the Honda cost more and have more problems in the long run because of that Turbo? Doesn't Honda have a 2.0 engine non turbo? They have also a 2.0 Turbo 252 HP in the Accord with a 10 spd. automatic = big time trouble????? No CVT transmissions for me regardless of any brand.
I just learned how to drive a manual today in a Jeep Wrangler. Would love to have a Corolla Hatch. But car prices to crazy and even back a few years ago economy cars are unaffordable with many sacrifices these days.
I Have never owned a Toyota, but have a few family members who have, I have owned several hondas, Toyotas are the Most Reliable Vehicles in the Planet, NOT even close to a Honda or any other Japanese manufacturers , This is a beautiful Ride
I bought one of these last summer, but the SE version. I wanted the XSE but there were none available with hatchback and manual trans at the time. The handling is not fantastic and it's kind of gutless, but it's a good commuter car and that's what i bought it for. The Civic Si is out now but I'm not sure it's worth the money to trade it in. I might for the GR Corolla though.
“Might” getting a Corolla GR ? …. You literally just complain about the handling fantastic and it being “gutless” Corolla GR a Literally fixes all of that. So you know what to do. Also the XSE would have handling better then the SE
The Corolla Hatch and Civic Hatch are in completely different classes. The Civic Hatch is much more grown up. It’s bigger, more refined, and almost takes itself too seriously. The Corolla Hatch, by comparison, is much more youthfully styled and I think, isn’t trying to be the complete family vehicle that the Civic is. I think if it was my money, I would actually take the Corolla Hatch. The Corolla hatch drives FANTASTIC, and the tidy size and styling makes the Civic almost look dorky. The only demerit is the 168hp engine, but let’s be honest here, 168hp is plenty to have some fun on a back road.
When the Corolla GR drop. It’s going to completely OWN the class. All the Corolla ever needed was a more powerful model and America is finally getting it
Thank you for an informative reading as I just purchased a 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback SE. I have not taken delivery from the dealership but the color is identical. Kudos!! I swear you are like a kid in a candy store driving this car!!! LOL!
I’m not too sure I like the enforcement screen, I like the I pad style like in Mazda because it is so clean and intigrated but this one is just like there, duct tape stuck on, you did a great job, keep up the good work!
From basic, yet enjoyable, daily driving Runabout,to tuners delight, I can personally attest that there's a Corolla for everyone. Just ask my great aunt.
nice hatchback love it i had one 2019 when it first came out silver metalic n 6 speed manual had to trade it in because of my left kneed need to get surgery now i have a 2021 SE APEX edition
The Hatchback Corolla is a knockout beauty To keep it humble, I don't like chrome in general, and I certainly don't like the chrome at the front. Any form of chrome is my personal piano black
@@perceivedvelocity9914 an extra 40 hp from 160 to 200 (or 25% more) would be huge...it would mean it actually was trying to keep with Honda. From what I see Toyota is really trying to push that crappy CVT on everyone. All 10 of the '22 Corolla's on lots near me are CVT! Yuck! Honda's new Civic si eats this things lunch in every way! More power...a sunroof, much nicer seats and a stick with no cvt! Its not even a close comparison, the si wins in every single way except for exterior looks.
Colors sometimes really make cars. This car in a standard white, black, etc would be boring. This blue really makes it stand out. What a cool driving location Joe!
My commute has doubled to 64 miles a day and I'm facing 10 days a pay period instead of 7. Those added miles have me thinking fuel efficiency. This may be my next car.
I like the Corolla hatchback in terms of looks, but it's just not powerful enough. I wish that they would've put in a 2.5L engine in it like the Mazda 3 or a stronger 2.0L hybrid setup. I know there's a GR Corolla coming, but that won't be for another year and with the supply issues, it's gonna be very difficult to get our hands on it.
Yet it has the most powerful NA 2.0 engine in its segment. And remember this is not a hot hatch / performance model. For 169 hp it is more than enough for a commuter car. A 2.5 is more proper for a midsize car, and would add too much weight to a compact car, worse mpg, more expensive, and would be even more front heavy for an already front heavy car. For its size and purpose I would rather have this 2.0. Again 169 is plentiful for a compact commuter car. If you want more power you go get a hot hatch or a midsize car. Remember some competitors only have 130-150 hp.
@@carbrickscity I have both the Mazda 3 and Corolla hatchback in my family and the Corolla is no slouch but the Mazda 3 is a lot more peppy and quick. For me, the Corolla would feel perfect with a 2.5L.
Last year for the manual in this car I just got one blue flame solid color with all the accents blacked out emblems. So far so good. I love my manual transmission but it does not get as good as mileage as my 2009 Toyota Matrix with the 1.8 and a five-speed did.
In the UK, we used to get the Corolla with a 1.2 litre turbo with a 6MT. Now we only get it as a hybrid and a CVT. Until we get the Corolla GR (which I hope it comes to the UK and Europe). Another thing to say, in Europe and Japan, you can get the Corolla as an estate variant.
Joe, can you review and drive the 2022 RAV4 Hybrid Limited? Someone said it comes with Heads Up Display. I was hoping you could tell us how it works as you drive the car.
I know this 2.0l engine has at least 180 hp and a few more torques in it without forced induction...and no transmission beefing up needed. If Toyota could do that with some ECU trickery combined with a bit more air intake and freer flowing exhaust, it would wake this thing up enough to be competitive with something like the Civic Hatch and Mazda 3 hatch.
Hi Joe, I wish you sit in the second row behind your sitting position because I don´t like it that you put the front seat´s forward and than you say I have planty of space here, that´s not OK.
Hey Joe and Lori, and the Raiti's Rides family how are y'all doing. Hey Joe and the Raiti's Rides family, thanks for the video. "Fun fact: I didn't knew that Toyota sold the Corolla with a manual transmission in the United States", now I did knew the Corolla was sold as a hatchback and I'm am actually happy that Toyota sells a manual with a already relreliable vehicle. Which means a "fun" hatchback with a manual transmission that also is reliable is available in the United States (especially in a country where manuals and hatchback are dying). Plus it's a Toyota, so it ain't going to break the bank at the repair shop and it isn't going to break down in most places. But anyways what is your favorite hatchback that sold in the US: Mazda 3 hatchback, Volkswagen Golf, Honda Civic Type R (previous gen), Honda Civic hatchback (current gen), Volkswagen Golf GTI, Golf R, Toyota Prius, Kia Soul, Chevrolet Bolt EV, Kia Rio hatchback, Nissan Leaf, Subaru Impreza hatchback, Hyundai Veloster N, Mini cooper 2 door, Mini electric hardtop, Toyota Prius prime. Or the sportback variant, like a Audi RS5, Audi RS7, Mercedes CLS, Mercedes AMG GT 4-door coupe, BMW 4 series "grand coupe", BMW 8 series "grand coupe", Volkswagen arteon, Porsche Panamera, Kia Stinger. (Ok, I might of exaggerate abit, but most of them aren't like a actually hatchback and more practical sedan, by only changing the front end and rear trunk to open more).
Disappointed to see that there is a noticeable "step" up from the cargo area to the flat folded seats. Here in the north loading ice fishing sleds and other longer cargo items might not go in the greatest.
Toyota needs a version that sits between the normal spec engine, and the upcoming GR version. Something like 220hp would be perfect for a car like this
They might make a GR sport model but not likely, I’m sure they’re not going to invest that much money into making another trim just keep it at 3 for the Corolla hatch
Love this dandy of a compact vehicle but even though it's not as luxurious and for $25,000 or so so it's a nice to enjoy and I think the back seats were more equipped with USB's and A/C but you can't have everything perfect.
I buy the new xse hatchback 2023 and i love it is a great car is a cvt because in 2023 is no longer the 5 speed manual but i still love even with the cvt is a great car for me 100% recommended
It will be interesting to see the long-term reliability of the Honda 1.5 turbo GDI compared to this. My wife has the Honda sport with that engine, and I'm actually betting on the Toyota on that one.
I think the Corolla hatch is made in Japan, which would be a big deciding factor for me if I were looking at a cheap hatchback 6MT. It is definitely slower than a Civic hatch, and has less space, so props to the Civic for being better in those areas. I think the Civic's interior is also a bit nicer too.
I have a Camry v6 now. It’s pretty nice and still a little zippy. But I like driving manual cars more and I like the hatchback look. Also for only around 21-25k this is a good deal.
Many Japanese manufacturers stick with conventional hatchbacks because in many parking spaces there is a height limitation lower than 155cm, which makes almost all SUVs impossible to pass.
The best car for me was my 99 Honda civic 4dr..It was my 1st car 148K mostly all NYC city miles...that's like 350K highway/city miles..sold it and now lease for life..I wish I never sold it 🤣🤣 I would have semi restored it and thrown 7K into it and have it as a beater car CLASSIC..
Just like Japanese motorcycles, bulletproof reliability. I've got about 250,000 miles on my 2008 base model Corolla. Very boring to look at but it provides me with cheap transportation and I know it'll never be stolen.
That is so wonderful Tim.
Lol..I agree man.. I actually like how it responds off the line compared to my 2020 corolla LE with CVT but my 2005 matrix drinks more has compared to that CVT.
Just bought an 08 with 179000 I want to get 25000 out of mine
@@justinmorrison3219 you can get much much much more than that out of a Corolla if you take care of it
Boring to drive? Like an applicance?
I dont think this car should be compared to the Civic because the Civic is basically a mid-size car now.
The Corolla is smaller, lighter a bit more nimble. Its meant to be a simpler way of transportation and I like that aspect for it. Kudos to Toyota, Honda and Mazda for keeping their little cars updated and appealing!
Right I dont think you can get a better price- pick up- speed and great MPG combo
Not “basically”, the Civic sedan IS an EPA midsize class, and the hatchback is an EPA large class, with the same total interior volume as the Accord.
I had a Toyota Corolla as my first car. It was a 99 model that was a 5 speed manual blue. It was a great car as well. When it comes to this one , this one seems like it a decent car .
Same but mine was an ‘86
I had a 1981 Toyota Corolla Liftback as my first car. This car looks like a lot of fun and worth owning if a first car.
Hell, I’d like it and I’m in my 30s.
As a corolla hatchback owner myself! I can say it’s 100% worth it!! 🔥
Love my blue flame hatchback. i have the SE and CVT for maximum MPG but I still like it. Been very reliable and after 82K miles it still feels like a new car inside and out. Thanks for the review.
Thank you for this vote of confidence, currently looking around for one for the daily!
I just bought a 6 spd the mileage hasn't been great but I have a heavy foot.
I love the look of the Hatchback and last year had to make a choice between this and the Civic Manual Hatch and ended up choosing the Civic Manual Hatch because of how much more space the car has compared to the Corolla. I can say there has been many many many times that I have used all the space in the civic where asin the corolla I wouldn't have been able to fit everything.
I totally can understand where you are coming from!
This is the one complaint I keep seeing about this car. I just bought it. I wonder how I’m gonna like it
@@iloveniro in sure you will love it, the car is still great the trunk just has less space overall and is a corolla so you can expect great mpg and good reliability with now good style.
@@iloveniro. I love small cars! Civic is now a midsize car. Unless folks have kids, go small. Much more fun.
I'll take the Toyota because of better long-term reliability.
You can see the future? What nonsense.
@@billybones2385 Recent AND past history favors Toyota, per statistically relevant data sources.
@@marklintwo any car with least amount of tech in will be reliable. That's what Toyota is, most of their cars on the road without the issues are base models with nothing in it - basically a refrigerator on the wheels. This has changed recently, tho. Look at RAV4 for example. It has so many problems such as: injector, battery setting car on fire, rollover, fuel pump failure, gearbox failure, airbags and the list goes on. No, those are not 1 or 2 issues, they actually have millions of cars recalled for these matters. I'm sorry but Toyota is not what it used to be. They have gone down hill and are living of the reputation that they built over 1980s, 1990s and 2000 - 2010. After 2010 they began to go down hill and just for the past 4 years they rapidly began to lose quality.
You are comparing a 10 vs a 9 in terms of reliability. Not the factor that would decide this battle. Plus the Civic wins pretty much every other category.
@@brianrainey2739 no Civic does not. In fact Honda went down hill big time over past 3 years. It is way below top 10 most reliable brands. Check the latest consumer reports. A lot has changed.
I think it looks amazing. WAY better than any Civic.
Between its looks, a manual, and the Corolla name, worth a buy
You like the giant grill? To each their own
The interior is so cramped in the Corolla. Who want to be uncomfortable riding in this jellybean of a hatchback?
@@jraheemjefcoat429 It’s not too cramped. But the Civic is huge now and the Corolla is still a true compact car.
@@alh06 It's cramped for me. I prefer the interior space in the Civic than the Corolla.
@@jraheemjefcoat429 That’s because it’s a much larger car. I’m 6’4 and fit in the back of the Corolla sedan but the hatch does seem more tight on headroom.
I've got a 2019 corolla hatch xse 6 speed and it's been nothing but amazing the last 45k miles. Of course, i added my own twist to it; plenty of suspension modifications/bracing, bolts ons, wheels and grippy tires, etc and while it's not as quick as other hatches on the market the handling is amazing both in the mountains and on some of the twisties down here in Florida. From the factory they are decent cars, but with some modifications they wake up and become really fun to throw around corners!
Had a 1980 Corolla Liftback, from new for 17 years, best most reliable car, I've ever owned.
Corolla is well bulid comfortable premium and value for money .haters will say corolla is not premium but the,level of quality corolla has makes it premium . The new civic is better though
Yes! I love my XSE 6-speed!
That is so wonderful! Thank you for sharing that!
@@RaitisRides No problem! On the topic of the wheels, the 40 sidewall saved me in Northern Ontario....hit a massive hole in the road going 110km/h and I thought for sure the strut was going through the hood...but nothing! Wheels made by ENKEI so high quality I presume!
I like the looks of the Corolla hatchback. I can’t wait to see the GR Corolla.
Agree about the manual. A manual makes just about any car feel more engaging and more fun to drive. Which makes it such a shame so few new cars are available with one. Because I vastly prefer a manual, there are some great cars I just won’t seriously consider buying because they’re automatic only.
The problem is Toyota does not allow ordering of cars only option is to be put on a list. The dealer near me hasn't seen any manual trans in 6 months. So even the cool 2 tone colors you won't be able to choose. So to answer the question, it doesn't matter if this is better than a Civic you can't get one!
So very true. No cars to test drive. Nothing in stock.🤮
if only it had around same Horsepower as the Si, then it could be a great competitor consider its in the Si price range and it does have a nice body
I agree with you!
@@RaitisRides a gr corolla is coming
@@RaitisRides I know you are a mazda man. This one is good for those that still want that manual transmission there.
@@RaitisRides also the front of that corolla reminds me of the L, LE trim of the corolla of the current gen...
Agree!
Any power deficit is easier to excuse with a six speed manual-
One of the great joys of driving is thrashing a manual transmission on a lower power car to maximize the performance.
The first time I saw one of these XSE hatches with the optional wing, I did a double take. Never thought I'd think of a corolla as a "cool" car. One of these in the dark blue, or this "blue flame", with the optional spoiler, the optional roof rack, the window visors, and a set of bronze wheels would look SWEET
I know how you feel!
Bought the 2021 black/red XSE (6 speed) hatch just like you reviewed back in November 2020. Your review really helped seal the deal for me. Thank you and keep up the great work!
What kind of mileage are you getting out of your car now that it's you've had it for a while?
@leroy420b been averaging 30 - 32 since I got it on regular gas
Thank you Joe & Lori for bringing this one to us! Me personally, I like how Honda makes their 2022 Civic Hatchback look more like a sleek, grown up sedan while still retaining that hatchback functionality. Love your channel and looking forward to your future reviews!
I have a 2014 Corolla s with leather nav sunroof etc paid off. Never have to worry about car payments.
That is so awesome! Thank you for sharing that!
I can’t wait to see the GR Corolla! Toyota needs to drop more info on the car they’ve been silent. I hope the wait will be worth it and not be a flop!
I think the only way it would flop would be if they made it way too expensive or if they couldn't make enough to meet demand and I predict demand will be huge.
@@Unchainedmaple888 true I see your point there. Demand will be high a lot of people want a hot hatch from Toyota because of the GR Yaris not sold here in the states. I’m sure the Corolla is the answer
It's just the US market is full of trash taste now..Veloster, A45, Type R all flopped in USA, So a hot hatch might in USA a risky move even for Toyota.
Your market need to move from generic boring SUV.
@@SaintMecha none of those flopped at all. All of those cars you mentioned enthusiasts buy it’s not a car for everybody. If they didn’t sell at all then yes I would say it’s a flop. Suvs are the talk of the town the market is hot for them it won’t die down
Design 10/10
Extremely good looking hatchback I think easy the best looking in its class. I literally can not WAIT for the Corolla GR. All the Corolla EVER needed was a fast performance model. The last fast Corolla we got in America was the 2005 XRS with the Yamaha tuned 2zz engine. I don’t believe we ever got a racing rally spec vehicle from Toyota in America like the celica GT4 of previous. The GR Corolla is going to OWN everything in this class
Something in between the regular & GR would be nice.
WHICH CAR IS MORE RELIABLE, LAST LONGER, LESS MAINTENANCE, MORE COFORTABLE RIDING ON BUMPY ROADS? THE TOYOTA COROLLA OR THE HONDA CIVIC SEDAN WITH 1.5 TURBO WITH 6SPD? DOES THE SEDAN MODEL OFFER A QUIET RIDE IN COMPARISON TO THE HATCHBACK DESIGN IN BOTH HONDA CIVIC AND TOYOTA COROLLA?
Toyota just needs to hurry up and bring that GR Corolla to market!!! Aaaannnnnnnd while they're at it GR ALL THE THINGS!!! Great review as usual Joe and Lori!!! Y'all stay cranking out these epic reviews day in and day out and we're all gonna run out of money or wives or kids buying them all!!!
Fingers crossed I should be seeing it soon!
its coming this summer
Would be awesome to see a GR Camry and Avalon
I just got this car. XSE version! I really like it.
engagement (throttle, shifter, steering) > vehicle weight > raw grip > power
fun cars sort these things out in that order.
15 months ago I was looking for a D.D. We didn't like the New Gen Miata's Torsion Beam Suspension, so we looked at this exact Corrolla in white (2021) and a new 2020 Civic Coupe EX.
We're all about handling since we live in the mountains. I let my wife decide after watching Raiti's reviews. She liked the Toyota...till she started driving the Civic in a Kohl's parking lot. Two turns and with a growling voice straight out of The Excorcist, she bellowed, "WE GOTTA BUY THIS CAR!!!"
We did.
That is so awesome! Thank you for sharing that great experience!
I just bought my daughter a black XSE. It's a really nice car and I really like the looks of it
Honda have a better gear box for shifting and appear to be more fun to drive than the Toytotas. But I would be interested in knowing which car will be more reliable and go the longest distance in miles since the Toyota is normal aspirated to the Honda's Turbo engine. Will the Honda cost more and have more problems in the long run because of that Turbo? Doesn't Honda have a 2.0 engine non turbo? They have also a 2.0 Turbo 252 HP in the Accord with a 10 spd. automatic = big time trouble????? No CVT transmissions for me regardless of any brand.
I just learned how to drive a manual today in a Jeep Wrangler. Would love to have a Corolla Hatch. But car prices to crazy and even back a few years ago economy cars are unaffordable with many sacrifices these days.
I Have never owned a Toyota, but have a few family members who have, I have owned several hondas, Toyotas are the Most Reliable Vehicles in the Planet, NOT even close to a Honda or any other Japanese manufacturers , This is a beautiful Ride
This hatchback looks so hot!! Wow, just love the styling with the blacked out roof against that amazing blue colour.
I bought one of these last summer, but the SE version. I wanted the XSE but there were none available with hatchback and manual trans at the time. The handling is not fantastic and it's kind of gutless, but it's a good commuter car and that's what i bought it for. The Civic Si is out now but I'm not sure it's worth the money to trade it in. I might for the GR Corolla though.
That is so awesome! Congrats!
I hope that you can/will/do get a GR Corolla!
“Might” getting a Corolla GR ? …. You literally just complain about the handling fantastic and it being “gutless” Corolla GR a Literally fixes all of that. So you know what to do. Also the XSE would have handling better then the SE
The Corolla Hatch and Civic Hatch are in completely different classes. The Civic Hatch is much more grown up. It’s bigger, more refined, and almost takes itself too seriously. The Corolla Hatch, by comparison, is much more youthfully styled and I think, isn’t trying to be the complete family vehicle that the Civic is. I think if it was my money, I would actually take the Corolla Hatch. The Corolla hatch drives FANTASTIC, and the tidy size and styling makes the Civic almost look dorky. The only demerit is the 168hp engine, but let’s be honest here, 168hp is plenty to have some fun on a back road.
When the Corolla GR drop. It’s going to completely OWN the class. All the Corolla ever needed was a more powerful model and America is finally getting it
Thank you for an informative reading as I just purchased a 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback SE. I have not taken delivery from the dealership but the color is identical. Kudos!! I swear you are like a kid in a candy store driving this car!!! LOL!
I’m not too sure I like the enforcement screen, I like the I pad style like in Mazda because it is so clean and intigrated but this one is just like there, duct tape stuck on, you did a great job, keep up the good work!
From basic, yet enjoyable, daily driving Runabout,to tuners delight, I can personally attest that there's a Corolla for everyone. Just ask my great aunt.
So Corolla hatchback has a 6 speed manual transmission and also I am so excited for the gr sport Corolla too
Heck yeah brother!
nice hatchback love it i had one 2019 when it first came out silver metalic n 6 speed manual had to trade it in because of my left kneed need to get surgery now i have a 2021 SE APEX edition
Years back, I would have taken the corolla over the civic, but not since the early 2k . Another great video from the best 👌
The Hatchback Corolla is a knockout beauty
To keep it humble, I don't like chrome in general, and I certainly don't like the chrome at the front. Any form of chrome is my personal piano black
love that color! give it at least 200 hp and it would be preferred over the Civic...till then, nope.
Hahaha, 200 hp. Like it makes a difference with a compact car.
I totally agree with you Michael!
@@perceivedvelocity9914 it actually does.
@@perceivedvelocity9914 an extra 40 hp from 160 to 200 (or 25% more) would be huge...it would mean it actually was trying to keep with Honda. From what I see Toyota is really trying to push that crappy CVT on everyone. All 10 of the '22 Corolla's on lots near me are CVT! Yuck! Honda's new Civic si eats this things lunch in every way! More power...a sunroof, much nicer seats and a stick with no cvt! Its not even a close comparison, the si wins in every single way except for exterior looks.
@@michaelfried3123 just wait for the Corolla Gr to come out then with 260 Hp and AWD
Colors sometimes really make cars. This car in a standard white, black, etc would be boring. This blue really makes it stand out. What a cool driving location Joe!
My heart always pumps with disbelief everytime I see this car while driving😍💙💙💙
My commute has doubled to 64 miles a day and I'm facing 10 days a pay period instead of 7. Those added miles have me thinking fuel efficiency. This may be my next car.
I like the Corolla hatchback in terms of looks, but it's just not powerful enough. I wish that they would've put in a 2.5L engine in it like the Mazda 3 or a stronger 2.0L hybrid setup. I know there's a GR Corolla coming, but that won't be for another year and with the supply issues, it's gonna be very difficult to get our hands on it.
Try preordering through a Mexican dealership..
Civic hatch would be better with 2.0 turbo 10 sp automatic similar to accord sport 2.0.
Yet it has the most powerful NA 2.0 engine in its segment. And remember this is not a hot hatch / performance model. For 169 hp it is more than enough for a commuter car. A 2.5 is more proper for a midsize car, and would add too much weight to a compact car, worse mpg, more expensive, and would be even more front heavy for an already front heavy car. For its size and purpose I would rather have this 2.0. Again 169 is plentiful for a compact commuter car. If you want more power you go get a hot hatch or a midsize car. Remember some competitors only have 130-150 hp.
@@carbrickscity I have both the Mazda 3 and Corolla hatchback in my family and the Corolla is no slouch but the Mazda 3 is a lot more peppy and quick. For me, the Corolla would feel perfect with a 2.5L.
I have both myself, both 6 speed manual. If all you want is slightly more power with the tradeoff of handling, mpg, cost, etc, then sure.
Last year for the manual in this car I just got one blue flame solid color with all the accents blacked out emblems. So far so good. I love my manual transmission but it does not get as good as mileage as my 2009 Toyota Matrix with the 1.8 and a five-speed did.
can't wait for the corolla gr four
Same here man!
In the UK, we used to get the Corolla with a 1.2 litre turbo with a 6MT.
Now we only get it as a hybrid and a CVT.
Until we get the Corolla GR (which I hope it comes to the UK and Europe).
Another thing to say, in Europe and Japan, you can get the Corolla as an estate variant.
It will be exciting to see what happens.
Joe, can you review and drive the 2022 RAV4 Hybrid Limited? Someone said it comes with Heads Up Display. I was hoping you could tell us how it works as you drive the car.
Joe, you really found some back roads, NICE!
Thanks brother!
I love the looks of this car, but I need a bigger hatch/cargo area and a bit more power.
More power would be good. But can’t we keep at least one or two smaller cars around? 😊
I know this 2.0l engine has at least 180 hp and a few more torques in it without forced induction...and no transmission beefing up needed. If Toyota could do that with some ECU trickery combined with a bit more air intake and freer flowing exhaust, it would wake this thing up enough to be competitive with something like the Civic Hatch and Mazda 3 hatch.
Thank you for sharing this one thank you Lori and Joe love the color
You are so very welcome John! We appreciate you being so supportive!
Definitely a good looking car with that two tone color combo.
I have a Corolla lol. Love it. In Canada the cars come with engine cover. And in Europe the cars come with sunroof.
That is so very true!
My 2022 didn’t deliver with an engine cover (SE Upgrade)
Hi Joe, I wish you sit in the second row behind your sitting position because I don´t like it that you put the front seat´s forward and than you say I have planty of space here, that´s not OK.
I love a good manual but rev hang and numb clutch engagement plagues a lot cars these days
Hey Joe and Lori, and the Raiti's Rides family how are y'all doing.
Hey Joe and the Raiti's Rides family, thanks for the video.
"Fun fact: I didn't knew that Toyota sold the Corolla with a manual transmission in the United States", now I did knew the Corolla was sold as a hatchback and I'm am actually happy that Toyota sells a manual with a already relreliable vehicle.
Which means a "fun" hatchback with a manual transmission that also is reliable is available in the United States (especially in a country where manuals and hatchback are dying).
Plus it's a Toyota, so it ain't going to break the bank at the repair shop and it isn't going to break down in most places.
But anyways what is your favorite hatchback that sold in the US:
Mazda 3 hatchback, Volkswagen Golf, Honda Civic Type R (previous gen), Honda Civic hatchback (current gen), Volkswagen Golf GTI,
Golf R, Toyota Prius, Kia Soul, Chevrolet Bolt EV, Kia Rio hatchback, Nissan Leaf, Subaru Impreza hatchback, Hyundai Veloster N, Mini cooper 2 door, Mini electric hardtop, Toyota Prius prime.
Or the sportback variant, like a Audi RS5, Audi RS7, Mercedes CLS, Mercedes AMG GT 4-door coupe, BMW 4 series "grand coupe", BMW 8 series "grand coupe", Volkswagen arteon, Porsche Panamera, Kia Stinger.
(Ok, I might of exaggerate abit, but most of them aren't like a actually hatchback and more practical sedan, by only changing the front end and rear trunk to open more).
Hi Michael! Thank you so much for sharing your great comments with the Raiti's Rides family!
Disappointed to see that there is a noticeable "step" up from the cargo area to the flat folded seats. Here in the north loading ice fishing sleds and other longer cargo items might not go in the greatest.
Hatch floor should be completely flat if you have a spare tire back there. The only reason you see a dip is because of the spare tire delete
In my opinion, the civic is miles ahead of this car in every aspect. The new civic is just amazing
I agree with you!
Toyota needs a version that sits between the normal spec engine, and the upcoming GR version.
Something like 220hp would be perfect for a car like this
They might make a GR sport model but not likely, I’m sure they’re not going to invest that much money into making another trim just keep it at 3 for the Corolla hatch
Btw GR sport is a lower trim than GR
Hybrid corolla is a good car, but for non-hybrid, i will go mazda 3 or civic😀
Just got mine! I dig it! it '22 and red, and super dope. Weak, but super dope
Looks like a fun little car . Can’t wait till Toyota to officially announce the gr Corolla with the same Engine as the gr Yaris
Love this dandy of a compact vehicle but even though it's not as luxurious and for $25,000 or so so it's a nice to enjoy and I think the back seats were more equipped with USB's and A/C but you can't have everything perfect.
Kinda cute but I’ll take the Civic. I wouldn’t get the white interior either. Thanks Joe and Lori!! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸
I am going Civic as well!
I buy the new xse hatchback 2023 and i love it is a great car is a cvt because in 2023 is no longer the 5 speed manual but i still love even with the cvt is a great car for me 100% recommended
Lori, love how you handle the camera...Great focus....
Lori does the nest job!
It will be interesting to see the long-term reliability of the Honda 1.5 turbo GDI compared to this. My wife has the Honda sport with that engine, and I'm actually betting on the Toyota on that one.
Nothing with a turbo lasts man. They are all junk
@@christophervanzetta sadly, i agree with you, but with CAFE standards, what choices do manufactures have?
@@christophervanzetta Turbo will cost 🤑alot to replace when it needs to be replacement.
I think the Corolla hatch is made in Japan, which would be a big deciding factor for me if I were looking at a cheap hatchback 6MT. It is definitely slower than a Civic hatch, and has less space, so props to the Civic for being better in those areas. I think the Civic's interior is also a bit nicer too.
The looks of this Corolla alone would make me pick it over the civic
JAPAN RULES!!
Honda Civic hatch all the way. Great review Joe and Lori!
only for short term
I have a 19 pearl white XSE 6 speed and I love the look of it but I do sometimes which it had more of a kick to it
Wow, I've still never seen a lot of more Toyota Corolla Hot-Hatch. It's been a while for along time ago for the Future of the Vehicle of Insurance.
Thanks for letting me bring it to you!
@@RaitisRides Sure thing, you're welcome sir. 🤝
Thats guarantee +$10k mark-up due to limited quantity.lol especially for that color
Rear end is absolutely perfect 👌 😍
I love that Florida mangrove road that you’re driving along...so lovely and beautiful!!
Joe if they gave the hatch back the same front end look as the sedan XSE, I would be sold into buying one
They need a corolla si fighter!
You got that right!
I have a Camry v6 now. It’s pretty nice and still a little zippy. But I like driving manual cars more and I like the hatchback look. Also for only around 21-25k this is a good deal.
I’m so happy that those seat backs can hold wonka bars oh my gosh. That would have been a deal breaker
Mini Cooper clubman was my first choice when I turn in my sell my vehicle but this beauty definitely caught my eye 😍 great content thanks 👍
CAn you get this corolla HATCHBACK with optional pearl white exterior paint with red leather interior and red leather seats?🤔🤔
Manual transmission....a dying option. I want one again.
Friend of my got this. Really nice in person. I want the GR
Still hoping you do a 05-09 Mustang GT!! Love your content!! Am I first?
You are not first.
Awww I tried lol
@@TeamTrapEater510 lol true. You were close
I will try to get one together for you Jason.
i was literally looking at this yesterday and am super considering getting it changing out of my kia rio 5
I think you will really like it Nick!
Get it man... you will not go wrong..
Dang, Joe made the Corolla go “skrtt skrtt” 😹.
Color is incredible 😍✨
The gloss black in my 19 drives me up the wall.
Many Japanese manufacturers stick with conventional hatchbacks because in many parking spaces there is a height limitation lower than 155cm, which makes almost all SUVs impossible to pass.
Love this hot ride ♥️🔥🔥🔥
I am so glad that I could bring it to you!
@@RaitisRides yeah😁😁♥️
could you do a 2022 chrysler 300s hemi v8 please? have a great day
Nothing has changed since it’s debut in 2011. The same dated car from 2011
I will track one down for you!
@@mattmekhaeil This is so very true, but some people still love them.
@@RaitisRides omg thank you
I will buy Toyota because it's way better than Honda. Toyota is the best. Thanks for the video.
looks so much better than the civic. I'd much rather this of the two.
The best car for me was my 99 Honda civic 4dr..It was my 1st car 148K mostly all NYC city miles...that's like 350K highway/city miles..sold it and now lease for life..I wish I never sold it 🤣🤣 I would have semi restored it and thrown 7K into it and have it as a beater car CLASSIC..
Yeah, that was a nice car, and finding an unmodded one now is next to impossible, and much less at a good price.
@@ANSWERTHECALLOFJESUSCHRIST I wish I can get my hands on a totally restored mint condition civic 98-2000.
I'd pay 25-30K for it
Great review Joe! But I'll take the Civic hatchback any day.
Man that spare tire delete is so lame. Not only are you out of a spare tire, but the seats now don't lay flat :/
Loving the color.
That is fantastic!
@@RaitisRides really is.