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Used 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2023 Toyota Corolla comes in three trim levels: LE, SE and XSE. Keep reading for our editors' curated breakdown of each trim's features and options.

LE
Starts you off with:

  • 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (169 horsepower, 151 lb-ft)
  • Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
  • 16-inch steel wheels
  • Remote keyless entry
  • Automatic climate control
  • 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration

All Corollas also come with:

  • Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Corolla and the car in front)
  • Forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
  • Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position)
  • Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)

SE
Based on the LE trim level, the SE is the sporty Corolla sedan thanks to:

  • 18-inch dark gray alloy wheels
  • Sportier exterior trim accents
  • Steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters
  • Sport-bolstered front seats
  • Proximity keyless entry with push-button start

XSE
Has the SE's sporty features along with:

  • LED headlights and accent lighting
  • Sunroof
  • Upgraded driver information display
  • Synthetic leather upholstery
  • Power-adjustable driver's seat
  • Heated front seats
  • Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)

Some of the features listed can be added to a supporting trim as options. Additionally, a premium JBL sound system is optional on the SE and XSE trims.

Which Corolla trim does Edmunds recommend?

The entry-level LE trim should be a solid pick for most Corolla buyers. It offers a more powerful engine for 2023 and comes with the new infotainment system and safety features, making it a good value in a compact car.

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Jupiter, FL
Vehicle
Corolla LE
Corolla SE
Corolla XSE
Vehicle
SE
2.0L 4cyl CVT
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2.0L 4cyl CVT
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Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
Not Available
Not Available
standard
Satellite radio
standard
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
optional
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
standard
standard
standard
Parking assistance
Not available
Not available
Not available
Upholstery
premium cloth
premium cloth
leatherette/cloth
Heated seats
Not Available
Not Available
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
optional
optional
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
Engine power
169 hp @ 6,600 rpm
169 hp @ 6,600 rpm
169 hp @ 6,600 rpm
Engine torque
151 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm
151 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm
151 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm
Engine displacement
2.0 l
2.0 l
2.0 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
continuously variable-speed automatic
continuously variable-speed automatic
continuously variable-speed automatic
Tire size
205/55R16
225/40R18
225/40R18
Wheel size
Wheel type
steel wheels
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
32 / 41 / 35 MPG
31 / 40 / 34 MPG
31 / 40 / 34 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
13.2 gal.
13.2 gal.
13.2 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
422 / 541 miles
409 / 528 miles
409 / 528 miles
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
35.6 ft.
35.6 ft.
35.6 ft.
Curb weight
2,955 lb.
3,110 lb.
3,150 lb.
Ground Clearance
5.3 in.
5.3 in.
5.3 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
70.1 in.
70.1 in.
70.1 in.
Height
56.5 in.
56.5 in.
56.5 in.
Length
182.5 in.
182.5 in.
182.5 in.
Wheelbase
106.3 in.
106.3 in.
106.3 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
13.1 cu. ft.
13.1 cu. ft.
13.1 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
38.3 in.
38.3 in.
38.0 in.
Front Leg Room
42.0 in.
42.0 in.
42.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room
54.0 in.
54.0 in.
54.0 in.
Rear Head Room
37.1 in.
37.1 in.
37.1 in.
Rear Leg Room
34.8 in.
34.8 in.
34.8 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
51.7 in.
51.7 in.
51.7 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
$29,779
$30,722
$32,110
Average Cost Per Mile
$0.4
$0.41
$0.43
Depreciation
$7,408
$7,645
$8,494
Financing
$3,611
$3,791
$4,164
Taxes & Fees
$1,725
$1,791
$1,926
Fuel
$7,266
$7,468
$7,468
Insurance
$3,632
$3,638
$3,669
Maintenance
$4,678
$4,930
$4,930
Repairs
$1,459
$1,459
$1,459
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Black, premium cloth
Macadamia/Mocha, premium cloth
Light Gray, cloth
Black/Red, premium cloth
Moonstone, premium cloth
Black/Red, leatherette/cloth
Black, leatherette/cloth
Exterior
Underground
Midnight Black Metallic
Celestite Gray Metallic
Classic Silver Metallic
Wind Chill Pearl
Blueprint
Ice Cap
Ruby Flare Pearl
Underground
Midnight Black Metallic
Celestite Gray Metallic w/Midnight Black Metallic Roof
Ruby Flare Pearl w/Midnight Black Metallic Roof
Classic Silver Metallic w/Midnight Black Metallic Roof
Blueprint w/Midnight Black Metallic Roof
Celestite Gray Metallic
Classic Silver Metallic
Wind Chill Pearl
Blueprint
Ice Cap
Ruby Flare Pearl
Ice Cap w/Midnight Black Metallic Roof
Wind Chill Pearl w/Midnight Black Metallic Roof
Underground w/Midnight Black Metallic Roof
Underground
Midnight Black Metallic
Celestite Gray Metallic w/Midnight Black Metallic Roof
Ruby Flare Pearl w/Midnight Black Metallic Roof
Classic Silver Metallic w/Midnight Black Metallic Roof
Blueprint w/Midnight Black Metallic Roof
Celestite Gray Metallic
Classic Silver Metallic
Wind Chill Pearl
Blueprint
Ice Cap
Ruby Flare Pearl
Ice Cap w/Midnight Black Metallic Roof
Wind Chill Pearl w/Midnight Black Metallic Roof
Underground w/Midnight Black Metallic Roof