Used 2009 Toyota Corolla Consumer Reviews
Not the Corolla it use to be
I had noise in front suspension,dealer replaced both front struts and housing, Hubcap fell off for no reason, tire pressure sensor replaced, brakes recalled, glove box popped off for no reason, breaks still squeak, weird steering that when traveling over 55 MPH car will not stay put in a straight line
Great Little Car
I also currently own an 03 Tundra 4x4, but the gas cost is killing me so I needed to get a little car. I bought the Corolla to use as a commuter (and I'll use the Tundra to haul my toys around) and I am so glad I bought this thing! The Corolla is a really great little car. I'm getting well over 30mpg. The car is comfortable, reliable, and should be safe (with all the air bags in it). I looked at the Yaris and the Matrix as well, but the Corolla fit my needs the best.
Should have kept looking
We have a 2005 Corolla and have had great luck with it. That's why we went with the 2009 Corolla. Having had the 2009 for 18 months now I can report that the 2009 is no 2005 Corolla. The seats are not as comfortable, the clock was removed from the radio and now you have to toogle through the odometer settings to see it. The plastic interior is cheap looking and the gas mileage barely breaks 30 mpg (as compared to our '05 which gets 35+). Overall this car is not in the same class as the previous generation. Very disappointed.
First timer
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.
Corolla Sport 2009
No serious issues other than some rattles and squeaks. Gas mileage is not as good as the old corolla, but it is bigger than the old corolla , comfortable drive. Would have been perfect if there were no rattles. Dealer fixed most of the rattles, but still some there.