2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid Review

Built on a reputation for reliability and value, the Toyota Corolla is the best-selling vehicle of all time. As impressive as that statement is, we've knocked previous Corolla generations for their lack of inspiration when it came to styling, performance and refinement. With the introduction of the all-new Corolla, those old conventions no longer ring true. On top of all of the improvements, there's also a new hybrid model for even greater appeal.

The 2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid takes the sharp, new redesign of the conventional Corolla and adds the highly efficient powertrain from the Prius. The result is an attractive compact sedan with phenomenal mileage. That combination has been rather elusive until just recently, with Honda's introduction of the Insight and the Accord Hybrid.

Like the Honda rivals, the Corolla Hybrid gains favor with a long list of standard advanced safety features and an interior that exceeds expectations for quality. Holding it back, however, is a singular (and notably modest) trim level, slower acceleration, grabby brakes, lack of Android Auto integration, and limited rear headroom.

Even with these drawbacks in mind, the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid makes a compelling case for itself among the Honda rivals. It's a huge step in the right direction, adding even more justification for its best-seller status.

Notably, the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid is a featured vehicle in our Cheapest New Cars article.