2022 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Review

Affordable, durable and efficient, the Toyota Corolla hatchback is a practical choice in a compact car. But what about style? That's where the rakish 2022 Corolla hatchback comes in, adding some visual sizzle that's absent in the Corolla sedan. Not only that, but with a larger cargo area and folding rear seats, the five-door Corolla hatch supplies more utility than its four-door sedan counterpart.

Toyota makes no substantial changes to the 2022 Corolla hatchback, which faces new competition from within the automaker's own lineup in the form of the all-new Corolla Cross small SUV. But while that model offers elevated ground clearance and ride height, the Corolla hatchback is far more engaging from a driver's perspective. It even offers enthusiasts a six-speed manual transmission.

Hatchbacks provide an excellent combination of flexible interior space in a smaller, manageable exterior package, which can be particularly appealing to urban dwellers. Sadly, hatchbacks are a fading option in today's market. In fact, the 2022 Toyota Corolla hatchback is one of only a few still available. If you think it could be right for you, be sure to check out our Expert Rating below to learn more about the 2022 Corolla hatchback.

The 2022 Toyota Corolla hatchback is available in SE, SE Nightshade and XSE trim levels. A 168-horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder is standard, along with a six-speed manual transmission. With the SE and XSE trims, a continuously variable transmission is optional; the CVT comes standard on SE Nightshade models.