2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Review

Name: 2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Review
Brand: Toyota

Price Range: $18,990 - $24,998

Toyota Corolla Hatchback SE Nightshade Edition 4dr Hatchback Exterior

Toyota's engineers could have gone without making the 2021 Corolla hatchback fun, but they have. And we're happy they went to the trouble. When equipped with a six-speed manual transmission, the Corolla is engaging yet remains comfortable and easy to use. Only a smallish cargo space and a mediocre infotainment system hold it back.

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2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Review

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What's new

A sporty-looking Special Edition trim debuts
New rear-seat side airbags and broader availability of the blind-spot monitor
Part of the 12th Corolla generation introduced for 2019

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.42 per gallon for regular unleaded in Illinois.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Illinois

$133/mo

$172/mo

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Toyota Corolla Hatchback Reviews

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5(70%)

4(16%)

3(10%)

2(2%)

1(2%)

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Love this car!

Ronda, 01/30/2019

2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback XSE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl CVT)

It’s quick, nimble, has responsive steering, sticks firmly to the road and is a joy to drive. I have zero complaints. I test drove many cars before this one, but when I finally got a chance to drive one, that was it. Every time I get in it to go some where, I like it even more. It also helped that it has Toyota’s reliability standing behind it as well. As long I do my part (change …

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Denise, 06/24/2019

2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback XSE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl CVT)

I have owned my blue flame Corolla for 4 years now and have no plans to sell it. It was a good investment for me and I so enjoy driving my XSE model. Such fun. I also have paddles but I haven't used them yet. This car delivers all that I need.

Great compact car, plenty of comfort and power!

Bob, 06/29/2020

2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl CVT)

It is a very sporty, cool looking hatchback! The hatchback lid makes the storage area look small, but the lid goes up as you store more supplies in the back! It has remarkable take off power, smooth and zippy! We were surprised at the blastoff feeling from a stopped position. The CVT is smooth and quiet. Nice! AC is cold, cold, COLD! The backup video makes backing up much less stressful …

Great commuter car that can still fit the family

Timothy Burgess, 05/15/2019

2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback XSE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl CVT)

I purchased my 2019 Corolla Hatchback XSE (CVT) about 2 months ago. So far I have put about 1,100 miles. My combined mileage so far is 29MPG; I use the car for a short commute (10 miles each way), granted the speed limit never goes above 45 on my commute and there are several stop lights. Im sure it will do much better on the highway. No maintenance issues so far. The car is very sporty …

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2021 Corolla Hatchback Highlights

Trim:

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$20,465
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	31 MPG
Cost to Drive	$133/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	17.8 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Corolla Hatchback models:

Pre-Collision System: Warns if a front collision is imminent and applies the brakes if the driver doesn't respond in time.
Lane Departure Alert w/Steering Assist: Warns if you are drifting out of your lane and corrects the steering if you don't respond in time.
Automatic High Beams: Activates high beams automatically on dark roads and deactivates them when the system detects an oncoming vehicle.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover10.5%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Good
Side Impact Test – Updated
Acceptable
Roof Strength Test
Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Good

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2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Review

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2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Review

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.42 per gallon for regular unleaded in Illinois.}

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Great commuter car that can still fit the family

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2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Review

What's new

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.42 per gallon for regular unleaded in Illinois.

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Most Helpful Owner Reviews

Love this car!

Flame Blue Hatchback Sizzles

Great compact car, plenty of comfort and power!

Great commuter car that can still fit the family

2021 Corolla Hatchback Highlights

Safety

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.42 per gallon for regular unleaded in Illinois.}