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4 out of 5 stars

Decent car with good safety features

SG, 09/10/2019
updated 03/11/2022
2020 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
66 of 74 people found this review helpful

Good driving dynamics for a corolla, planted road feeling. Road noise is an issue on freeways, not well insulated. Had rattling issues in the beginning and now not so much, every now and then depending on pavement conditions. Had one issue that costed me over $500 to fix it was that wiring harness to brakes was damaged by probably chipmunk or some other animal because they seem to use Soy based insulation for wires. Toyota warranty didn't cover it. In summary, it is a decent car with good handling and safety features for daily commute.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love it

Lindsay, 10/13/2019
2020 Toyota Corolla SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful

Lacking some in “get up and go,” but I love everything else! Great on gas, handy electronic features, spacious, love the size and helpfulness of the touch screen.

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5 out of 5 stars

Ignore the hate - Reliable, enjoyable car

kirkmonster, 02/18/2020
2020 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
35 of 39 people found this review helpful

I have a 2020 LE + Premium Package with just shy of 8,000 miles on it. I have previously leased a 2016 Civic EX-T for 2 years (latest gen) and we currently have a 2018 Accord Touring (latest gen), so I definitely can compare it accurately to Honda. I have no idea what some of these people are complaining about. First off, no issues so far other than the interior lights not coming on (simple hardware warranty fix I'm sure). Car starts everytime and is going to for as long as I want to keep the vehicle. Maybe there were some issues for the new 2.0L engine or initial problems due to the first year, but I haven't experienced any. Car drives very nicely. Seats are comfortable for me (commuting daily, picking up kids, etc), audio sounds fantastic (better than our Accord's upgraded system), steering is nice, braking is nice, Blind Spot mirrors are a welcome feature, Adaptive Cruise, large media screen, BTA works just as well as BTA does in ANY vehicle (which 99% of the time is good). Complaints are minimal. The engine IS too loud under acceleration (I'd give up some HP in exchange for more muffling) and acceleration is "adequate". This year does not currently (although it MAY be an option in the future to upgrade) support Android Auto. Basically, those are the ONLY things you really need to be aware of. Is there something I miss from my Civic (again, latest gen)? Not really other than the Turbo 1.5 was nicer (although it was the upgraded engine) and maybe AA (although honestly I like my setup now). Our Accord definitely has features that I'd love to have (dynamic backup lines, ultra-sonic sensors, Heads Up display) as well as of course Heated/Ventilated Leather seats, but you are talking about AT LEAST a $10,000 increase in cost (> 50% more than the Corolla). The key question is this: do I love driving the Accord more? No, not really. Ignore the hate. It's a great vehicle and I expect to log many miles onto it without drama.

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5 out of 5 stars

Corolla SE

Anthony, 03/25/2020
2020 Toyota Corolla SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful

I purchased the Corolla SE with a 6 speed manual. I chose the manual because the automatic is a CVT trans and I didn't like the way it drove. The manual is an almost different car. I've owned it a week and love it. I would give the CVT trans version a 2 to 3 star rating. The only defect noted is the passenger side pull handle in the roof pillar.

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5 out of 5 stars

Toyota quality

TundraMan, 08/10/2019
updated 08/12/2022
2020 Toyota Corolla SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
48 of 55 people found this review helpful

Excellent vehicle. Peppy with the 2.0 motor. Much improved exterior styling. Doesn’t have the terrible cvt drone like other cars. Well worth the money. Love the fit and finish of Toyota vehicles.

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