Used 2009 Toyota Corolla Consumer Reviews
Used Corolla for sale
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.
hope it will last many years
cdivers, 12/04/2009
2009 Toyota Corolla S 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
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noise in front suspension,dealer replaced both front struts and housing at 4500 miles. gas mileage great,steering is odd.I have owned 15 Toyota's before this one,car was too pricing for what you got on the vehicle,interior fabric and plastic could be better. Just hope this corolla last.
value for $
bigboy, 05/31/2008
2009 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
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I've owned many toyotas, and traded in a 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid to but the new LE Corolla. Why did I do this. Close to the same gas mileage, more fun to drive and about 1/3 lower payment. First, I helped a friend by one, then a girl I dated, liked it so much I got one myself. Definitely a high value purchase, solid on the road, maneuverable, and low cost to operate, considering gas mileage and inexpensive tires. I feel this car is the best for the $ out there.
0-60, who cares?
wvcorolla, 06/29/2008
2009 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
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We just bought this car to replace our minivan. We have two kids and realized that we don't need the that big of a vehicle and wanted to save gas instead. Who cares about 0-60 performance? Who buys a family sedan to drag race it? For us, the 1.8 liter performs perfectly fine around town and on long trips. The gas mileage is fantastic and, compared to our minivan, was worth the price of admission. So if you want a good, comfortable, reliable, safe, and economical car to haul your family around this car is the one for you. If you want a sports car then buy a sports car.
First timer
Mark, 08/09/2008
2009 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
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I upgraded from a 1998 Malibu, which gave me fits for reliability, but interior was much better: the power mirror adjustment on the Toyota is on the dash and difficult to reach when driving; arm rest on the driver left is not usable so you have to rest your arm on the window ledge, the arm rest on the right is too far back; the clock is tucked into driver's instrument panel and tiny; and none of the cup holders have liners to take out for washing. In general, the interior is just flat out cheap. On the upside, the readouts for gas usage are terrific, the car runs great, and looks good. Just wish Toyota had spent the extra few dollars on the interior.