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2016 Toyota Corolla

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$17,300

starting MSRP

Key specs

Base trim shown

Sedan

Body style

31
Combined MPGe Combined MPGe

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5

Seating capacity

182.6” x 57.3”

Dimensions

Front-wheel drive

Drivetrain

Overview

(316 reviews)

The good:

  • CVT performance
  • Gas mileage
  • Backseat legroom
  • Interior materials quality
  • Cabin design

The bad:

  • Firm ride
  • Too much wind and road noise
  • Small trunk with space-stealing hinges
  • Firm backseat

14 trims

Starting msrp listed lowest to highest price

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Notable features

  • New Special Edition model
  • Five-seat compact sedan
  • App integration with Entune multimedia system available
  • Fuel-efficient Eco model available

2016 Toyota Corolla review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

The five-seat Toyota Corolla compact sedan competes against the Ford Focus, Honda Civic and Mazda3, among others.

New for 2016
A new Corolla Special Edition features unique 17-inch gloss-black alloy wheels, keyless access with push-button start, red contrast stitching in the cabin, red accents on the dashboard and doors, and specific floormats and badging.

The Corolla’s Entune multimedia system adds Siri Eyes-Free Mode capability for compatible iPhones. Slacker Radio is a newly available app for Entune.

Significant Standard Features

  • 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine
  • Six-speed manual transmission
  • Front-wheel drive
  • Body-color power side mirrors
  • 60/40-split folding rear seat
  • CD stereo with iPod connectivity, MP3 jack and Bluetooth streaming audio
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • Four-speed automatic transmission
  • Continuously variable automatic transmission
  • Heated front seats
  • Push-button start
  • Navigation system
  • Backup camera

Consumer reviews

(316 reviews)
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.6
  • Interior 4.5
  • Performance 4.5
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.6
  • Reliability 4.8
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Most recent consumer reviews

I have been having problems with (what I think) some part

I have been having problems with (what I think) some part of the electrical panel. Initially, the driver's side LED light went out along with the reverse camera. I replaced this light (very expensive) and also the battery! Needless to say, it went out again! I am so disheartened! I have called the dealer...I know of 2 other people who also had trouble with electrical system. I need help....

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Does not recommend this car
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My sweet Toyota Corolla S. !!

This particular 2016 Corolla S we bought used in December 2021 and so far so good. I had a small Toyota pickup back in the mid 1980’s and it was awesome!!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Safety First

the headlights.....feels like the traction control has me skid in rain like conditions.....and in the snow I feel it is dangerous....the noise from the brakes (skid like) to be the traction control... I have no idea... I didn't like the feel of it from the beginning....it is a smooth ride... great gas mileage....but I don't feel safe on wet or snowy roads...the dealership did adjust my head lights...and had to fix my brakes in the first 60 days...I even bought new tires last winter...had enough tread on my old tires thinking it would help ......it didn't.....I wonder if anybody else has had this problem...I bought the car brand new....I feel it could be a safety issue for some reason...I..will buy a different car soon...

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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Safety

Based on the 2016 Toyota Corolla base trim.
Combined side rating front seat
5
Combined side rating rear seat
5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5
Overall rating
5
Overall side crash rating
5
Risk of rollover
11.8%
Rollover rating
4
Side barrier rating
5
Side barrier rating driver
5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5

Warranty

New car and Certified Pre-Owned programs by Toyota
Certified Pre-Owned program benefits
Maximum age/mileage
7 years/less than 85,000 miles
Basic warranty terms
12 months/12, 000 miles
Powertrain
7 years/100,000 miles
Dealer certification required
160- or 174-point inspections
Roadside assistance
Yes
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