Used 2021 Toyota Corolla Trims Comparison
Trim level differences
The 2021 Toyota Corolla hatchback is available in three trim levels: SE, SE Nightshade and XSE. There's also a Special Edition package that's based on the SE trim. All Corolla hatchbacks are powered by a 168-horsepower four-cylinder engine that sends power to the front wheels. A continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) is typically standard but you can get the SE and XSE trims with a six-speed manual transmission. Feature highlights include:
Which Corolla Hatchback trim does Edmunds recommend?
We suggest going with the top-level XSE model with the continuously variable automatic transmission. Yes, it's the most expensive version in the lineup, but features including dual-zone automatic climate control and a power-adjustable driver's seat make it worth the premium.
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West Lafayette, IN
Vehicle | Corolla Hatchback SE | Corolla Hatchback SE Nightshade Edition | Corolla Hatchback XSE |
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Section Title | Features | Features | Features |
Bluetooth | standard | standard | standard |
Navigation | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Satellite radio | standard | standard | standard |
Keyless Ignition | standard | standard | standard |
Cruise control | standard | standard | standard |
Adaptive cruise control | standard | standard | standard |
Parking assistance | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Upholstery | cloth | cloth | leather/cloth |
Heated seats | Not Available | Not Available | standard |
Cooled/Ventilated seats | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Folding rear seats | standard | standard | standard |
Sunroof | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Section Title | Specifications | Specifications | Specifications |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
Engine power | 168 hp @ 6,600 rpm | 168 hp @ 6,600 rpm | 168 hp @ 6,600 rpm |
Engine torque | 151 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpm | 151 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpm | 151 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpm |
Engine displacement | 2.0 l | 2.0 l | 2.0 l |
Engine configuration | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 |
Transmission | 6-speed manual | continuously variable-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
Tire size | 205/55R16 | 225/40R18 | 225/40R18 |
Wheel size | - | - | - |
Wheel type | painted alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels | alloy wheels |
Run flat tires | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Section Title | Fuel economy | Fuel economy | Fuel economy |
City/Hwy/Combined MPG | 28 / 37 / 31 MPG | 32 / 41 / 35 MPG | 28 / 37 / 31 MPG |
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
Driving Range (city/hwy) | 370 / 488 miles | 422 / 541 miles | 370 / 488 miles |
Fuel Type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
Section Title | Dimensions | Dimensions | Dimensions |
Turning circle | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Curb weight | 3,060 lb. | 3,060 lb. | 3,060 lb. |
Ground Clearance | 5.1 in. | 5.1 in. | 5.1 in. |
Overall Width with Mirrors | - | - | - |
Overall Width without Mirrors | 70.5 in. | 70.5 in. | 70.5 in. |
Height | 57.1 in. | 57.1 in. | 57.1 in. |
Length | 172.0 in. | 172.0 in. | 172.0 in. |
Wheelbase | 103.9 in. | 103.9 in. | 103.9 in. |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Cargo Space | 17.8 cu. ft. | 17.8 cu. ft. | 17.8 cu. ft. |
Front Head Room | 38.4 in. | 38.4 in. | 38.4 in. |
Front Leg Room | 42.0 in. | 42.0 in. | 42.0 in. |
Front Shoulder Room | 53.9 in. | 53.9 in. | 53.9 in. |
Rear Head Room | 37.6 in. | 37.6 in. | 37.6 in. |
Rear Leg Room | 29.9 in. | 29.9 in. | 29.9 in. |
Rear Shoulder Room | 54.5 in. | 54.5 in. | 54.5 in. |
Section Title | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs |
True Cost to Own® | $36,650 | $34,089 | $35,804 |
Average Cost Per Mile | $0.49 | $0.45 | $0.48 |
Depreciation | $9,507 | $9,017 | $8,853 |
Financing | $3,746 | $3,837 | $4,021 |
Taxes & Fees | $1,819 | $1,861 | $1,950 |
Fuel | $8,222 | $7,288 | $8,222 |
Insurance | $4,401 | $3,572 | $3,572 |
Maintenance | $6,771 | $6,330 | $7,002 |
Repairs | $2,184 | $2,184 | $2,184 |
Section Title | Colors | Colors | Colors |
Interior | Black, cloth Moonstone, cloth | Black, cloth | Moonstone, leather/cloth Black, leather/cloth |
Exterior | Classic Silver Metallic Blue Flame Magnetic Gray Metallic Galactic Aqua Mica Wind Chill Pearl w/Black Roof Blue Flame w/Black Roof Magnetic Gray Metallic w/Black Roof Classic Silver Metallic w/Black Roof Midnight Black Metallic Supersonic Red Wind Chill Pearl | Classic Silver Metallic Super White Midnight Black Metallic | Classic Silver Metallic Blue Flame Magnetic Gray Metallic Galactic Aqua Mica Wind Chill Pearl w/Black Roof Blue Flame w/Black Roof Magnetic Gray Metallic w/Black Roof Classic Silver Metallic w/Black Roof Midnight Black Metallic Supersonic Red Wind Chill Pearl |