Dec 24, 2021

Toyota has a reputation for building cars that are reliable, attractively designed, and inexpensive. The 2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid carries on this tradition, with a car that’s easy on the environment and your wallet, too. Loaded with tons of high-tech features, the 2021 edition of Toyota’s signature hybrid compact is easily one of our favorite models. Here are just a few of the many reasons we think you will love it, too.

3 Key Features of the 2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid

1. Incredible Hybrid Performance and Fuel Economy

2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid photo

2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid

When it comes to hybrids, one of the most common complaints is that they lack power, but this is not a problem for the 2021 Corolla. Under the hood is a 1.8-liter naturally aspirated I-4 engine working in tandem with a single electric motor and a lithium-ion battery.  It can go from zero to 60 almost as quickly as its gas-powered equivalent while offering unbelievable fuel economy.  The EPA has rated the Corolla at an impressive average of 52 mpg.

It also includes a Hybrid Power Mode that lets you increase the car’s throttle response at the push of a button, giving the car’s drive a more exciting, zippier feel.

2. Cutting-Edge Safety Technology

Every Corolla Hybrid comes with Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 equipped standard. Toyota’s patented safety system features industry-leading active safety measures. The Corolla’s advanced technology acts as a second set of eyes to help you as you change lanes and keep an eye out for pedestrians crossing your path. The system will warn you if a collision is imminent, and if you don’t stop quickly enough, the automatic emergency braking system will kick in.

Safety Sense also smartly controls other features of your car for improved safety. For instance, it automatically adjusts your high beams, turning them off when another car is approaching from the other side. With electronic stability control (ESC), the Corolla enhances intelligently makes adjustments to your car’s braking to improve traction on icy and wet roads.

3. Amazing Entertainment and Audio Standard

All Corolla Hybrids come equipped with a standard onboard infotainment package. This includes a six-speaker audio system as well as an 8-inch touchscreen monitor that is fully compatible with your favorite web services, such as Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and Amazon Alexa. Hands-free calling, music streaming is available for all your devices via built-in Bluetooth and USB connectivity.

When you buy a Corolla, you get a three-month trial to Wi-Fi Connect, which allows you to turn your car into a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot. It also includes a one-year trial to Safety Connect, which immediately connects you to roadside assistance when you need it.

With its 2021 edition, the Toyota Corolla Hybrid offers a high-performing hybrid with out-of-this-world gas mileage that doesn’t break the bank. Its state-of-the-art safety features keep your family safe while its entertainment systems will make sure they are never bored. With each new update, Toyota reminds car buyers why it’s a leader in the hybrid market. Stop by Cloninger Toyota of Salisbury to test-drive one today.