2009 Toyota Corolla: Tester's Comments
2009 Toyota Corolla ▼
Select a Trim ▼
- MSRP: $15,350 - $20,050
- Invoice: $14,352 - $18,345
Reviews & Ratings
Features & Specifications
Compare Vehicle
Related to Toyota Corolla
Previous Year's Reviews
View Another Vehicle
Find out what the Consumer Guide Automotive testers had to say about the 2009 Toyota Corolla. See if the 2009 Toyota Corolla is right for you.
Vehicle Evaluated
| Make/Model: | 2009 Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|
| Trim Level: | XLE |
| Arrival Date: | 11/03/2008 |
| Engine: | dohc I4 |
| Bodystyle | 4-door sedan |
| Transmission: | 4-speed automatic |
| 4WD/AWD: | No |
| Base Price: | 17,550 |
| Price as Tested: | 19,920 |
| Mileage at Beginning of Test: | 12658 |
| Mileage at End of Test: | 13065 |
| Total Measured Miles: | 407 |
| Total Fuel Used: | 12.816 gals. |
| Consumer Guide Fuel Economy: | 31.76 mpg (what's this?) |
| Problems During Test: | None |
Advertisement
Major Options
Cruise Control, JBL AM/FM/6 CD Changer with WMA/MP3 Playback, XM Satellite Radio with 90 day Trial, Bluetooth with 8 Speakers in 6 Locations and Steering Wheel Mounted Audio & Hands-Free Controls, All Weather Guard Package (Heavy Duty Heater with Rear Seat Heater Duct, Anti-Chip Tape and Color-Keyed Heated Outside Mirrors), Vehicle Stability Control and Traction Control with Off Switch
From the Back Seat
Don Sikora
Corolla does a great job providing a smooth, fairly quiet ride and surprisingly good fuel economy. It isn't sporty, and some rivals have nicer interiors, but Corolla is a solid choice for compact sedan shoppers.
Ed Piotrowski
Corolla defines basic, point A to point B, no frills transportation. It's comfortable enough and quite economical. Lose the $1000 optional audio system, and the XLE comes in at less than $19,000. Not a bad deal, but for similar money, I'd rather have a Hyundai Elantra, which is quieter, more refined, and has nicer interior appointments.
Jennifer Geiger
Corolla doesn't really impress. Many of its shortcomings are shared by other budget-minded compact cars (it's slow, loud, and has a cheap looking and feeling interior) but for $19,920, I expected Corolla to be a step above class competitors.
Next Step: Get a price quote from your local dealer ►
