2021 Toyota Corolla

The 2021 Toyota Corolla is designed in five trim levels: the L, LE, SE, XLE, and XSE. This year, Toyota added a limited-production Special Edition to the 2021 Corolla Hatchback series. The Corolla sedan gets the limited Apex edition this year. The Nightshade Edition, based on the SE trim, is a bold special trim. The base trim levels feature LED headlights and 15-inch wheels. As you move up in trim levels, you'll get more advanced exterior features, with the XLE boasting upgraded LED headlights and 16-inch alloy wheels, as well as a sunroof. The SE trim level features 18-inch alloy wheels, while the Nightshade Edition comes with 18-inch wheels and black exterior features. The limited Apex Edition comes with black and bronze exterior features and can be equipped with summer performance tires.

The 2021 Toyota Corolla lower trim levels are powered by a 1.8-liter engine that generates 139 horsepower and 126 pound-feet of torque and relies on a continuously variable transmission (CVT) to deliver power to the front wheels. The sportier and zestier trim levels feature a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 169 horsepower and 151 pound-feet of torque and combines with the standard CVT and an optional six-speed manual transmission.

The Toyota Corolla 2021 accelerates quite swiftly on the road. The vehicle will accelerate from zero to 60 mph in just 7.9 seconds. Inside, you'll enjoy an even temperature whether during cold or warm seasons. The sportier models, XSE and SE, have a sport-tuned suspension, and their large wheels make the ride comfortable. The Corolla's fuel economy is quite impressive, as it will get up to 53 mpg in the city and 52 mpg on the highway.

The 2021 Toyota Corolla's cabins are finished with piano-black accents and a soft-touch dashboard, with leather seats in premium trim levels. The vehicle can also be upgraded to feature ambient interior lighting, dual-zone climate control, and heated front seats. On the dashboard, you'll find an 8-inch infotainment system with logical menus and well-arranged climate controls and buttons. The cloth seats are comfortable, and a clear 7-inch digital instrument collection display is available. Infotainment options include Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and Amazon Alexa. The seating is roomy for all occupants, with plenty of legroom. Interior storage includes a useful bin under the armrest and a convenient tray for your coffee in front.

Both the sedan and hatchback versions of the 2021 Corolla have earned top safety ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The car, just like all other Corollas, features a lineup of standard driver-assistance technologies to enhance road safety. These include the standard adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and lane departure warning, as well as automated emergency braking and forward-collision warning.