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5 out of 5 stars

I Love it!

Scott, 08/01/2008
2009 Toyota Corolla S 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
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Was going to get a Yaris sedan. My wife just got one and I really liked it, but there nowhere to be found. Glad I tried this baby. I traded in My 2001 Mustang that was in great shape, but the winters are getting tough for me to drive and also gas prices so it was a tough thing. But it took me 2 days of driving this car and I love it, not quite the pickup the mustang had but who cares. The steering that people are complaining about is touchy but you do get used to it, no biggie to me. I love the look both inside and out (Black pearl). MPG avg is 41 mostly highway but a little mix

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Gas miser

the ole man, 11/01/2008
2009 Toyota Corolla S 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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Had an 08 and put 27000 on it, but the 09 is so much better. We just got back from a trip down to SC. and I averaged 39 mpg @ 65 to 70 mph. I am tall and had no complaints about comfort. I even like the electric steering now that I am used to it. The one thing I do not like about it is the special tool I need to remove the oil filter for doing my own oil changes.

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5 out of 5 stars

Sweet car!!!

L, 08/04/2008
2009 Toyota Corolla S 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I traded in my SUV for this vehicle about a month ago and I love this car! It is a great combination of comfort, reliability, great MPG, and sweet styling inside and out. I've taken a few highway trips and averaged 37.5 MPG going 70 mph, and about 40 MPG going 60 mph.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Worth every penny!

Rose, 11/12/2008
2009 Toyota Corolla XLE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
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We bought this car last month after much contemplation. No matter how we put it this was the best choice for our money in this economy... & yes I used to drive a BMW 525i so it was not an easy decision for me. So far we are very happy with the performance of this car. Mileage is excellent, runs smooth, not so great on the luxury but the money we spent on BMW repairs, I rather go for an okay looking car that is cheaper to maintain and lasts much longer. The feel of steering is amazing like a luxury vehicle. Mileage is unbeatable. I am petite, my husband is 5'11" and we find the arm rest okay when it's slided front but could have been better.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

A lot of features from a trusted brand

DY, 11/12/2008
2009 Toyota Corolla S 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
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I've had the chance to own several new cars in the past 4 yrs ranging from a luxurious sport sedan to a crossover. The engine didn't start to feel "powerful" until about 300 miles. I test drove the LE trim w/ std wheels and it felt like it would tip over in turns, but the S I bought has wider 16" alloy wheels and feels much steadier; XRS w/ wider 17" should handle better yet. Steering is very soft & seems to have a mind of its own. Ride is nicely isolated, and road surface noises are muted well compared to my crossover. Interior looks much nicer than the Civic IMO, but several interior areas like the dash and center console are made of hard "cheap" feeling plastic.

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