2022 Toyota Corolla Hybrid

The 2022 Toyota Corolla Hybrid is a compact sedan offered in a single trim level, which is LE. From the outside, this model showcases an oversized mesh front grille, bold LED front lighting, and a curved body style that looks a bit sportier than many of its hybrid competitors. Additional exterior equipment on the LE trim includes LED daytime running lights and rear lighting, power-adjustable side mirrors, 15-inch alloy wheels, and body-color accents. If you upgrade your Corolla to include blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert, this option also comes with upgraded, heated side mirrors.

The 2022 Corolla Hybrid receives its power from a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine paired with an electric motor. The combined output of the powertrain comes in at 121 horsepower and 105 pound-feet of torque. Front-wheel drive is standard, and the engine pairs with a continuously variable transmission that further improves its fuel efficiency. Drivers can maintain control over the experience with the three selectable driving modes: Normal, Power, and Eco. This model qualifies as an Ultra Low Emission Vehicle 70 (ULEV-70).

This small sedan delivers solid driving performance in a range of conditions. In low-speed acceleration, the vehicle feels smooth and powerful. Faster acceleration is a trade-off for the hybrid powertrain and leading fuel efficiency, but the Corolla Hybrid performs about on-par with other models in the segment. The brake pedal is responsive, while the handling feels stable when navigating around tight curves.

Climb into the cabin of the vehicle to find two rows of seating and plenty of high-end touches. Standard comfort features include premium cloth upholstery, a height-adjustable driver's seat, keyless entry and ignition, automatic climate control, and storage pockets in the front doors. The new Premium Interior package bundles a leather-trimmed steering wheel, imitation leather upholstery, heated front seats, and a power-adjustable driver's seat. Standard tech features include a six-speaker sound system, an 8-inch touch screen, dual USB ports, Bluetooth connectivity, and satellite radio. Connecting devices is no problem, thanks to the standard Android Auto/Apple CarPlay/Amazon Alexa smartphone integration. You can also stay connected with the in-car Wi-Fi hotspot and keep your eyes on the road by using the voice recognition functionality.

Another area in which the 2022 Toyota Corolla Hybrid really shines is safety. This model earned high scores in crash testing, including five-star ratings in overall safety and frontal and side crash tests. It comes standard with anti-lock brakes, stability and traction control, and 10 air bags mounted throughout the cabin. Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 also comes standard, which bundles a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, automatic high beams, and full-speed range dynamic radar cruise control. This suite of safety features includes lane departure alert with steering assist, lane tracing assist, and road sign assist as well. Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert is available as an optional upgrade.