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Toyota Corolla Hatchback

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  • SE Manual (Natl)
    Starts at
    $20,290
    28 City / 37 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SE CVT (Natl)
    Starts at
    $21,390
    32 City / 41 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Nightshade CVT (Natl)
    Starts at
    $22,290
    32 City / 41 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • XSE Manual (Natl)
    Starts at
    $23,240
    28 City / 37 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • XSE CVT (Natl)
    Starts at
    $24,340
    30 City / 38 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Android Auto now offered
Five-seat compact hatchback
Front-wheel drive
168-hp four-cylinder engine standard
Manual or automatic transmission
Automatic emergency braking standard

The good & the bad

The good

Long list of standard safety features
Nimble handling
Hatchback versatility
Gas mileage

The bad

Peppy, but not fast
Engine noise
Small backseat
Few cabin storage areas

Expert 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback review

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What Is the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback?

The five-seat, four-door Toyota Corolla hatchback is a sporty compact car that competes with the Mazda3 hatchback and Volkswagen Golf. It’s powered by a 168-horsepower, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that works with a six-speed manual or continuously variable automatic transmission. 

What’s New on the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback?

Android Auto smartphone connectivity joins Apple CarPlay for 2020. A contrasting black roof is now optional, and a new Nightshade version gets blacked-out 18-inch alloy wheels and black exterior trim. 

What Features in the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Are Most Important?

Like the Corolla sedan, the Corolla hatchback blends an easy-to-drive feel and good fuel economy. The hatchback’s long list of standard active safety features includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning with steering assist and automatic high-beam headlights.  

Should I Buy the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback?

With a starting price of a little more than $21,000, the Corolla hatchback is an affordable compact car that also offers some driving fun. The engine is noisy, however, and there isn’t a lot of storage space in the cabin. 

2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback?

The five-seat, four-door Toyota Corolla hatchback is a sporty compact car that competes with the Mazda3 hatchback and Volkswagen Golf. It’s powered by a 168-horsepower, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that works with a six-speed manual or continuously variable automatic transmission. 

What’s New on the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback?

Android Auto smartphone connectivity joins Apple CarPlay for 2020. A contrasting black roof is now optional, and a new Nightshade version gets blacked-out 18-inch alloy wheels and black exterior trim. 

What Features in the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Are Most Important?

Like the Corolla sedan, the Corolla hatchback blends an easy-to-drive feel and good fuel economy. The hatchback’s long list of standard active safety features includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning with steering assist and automatic high-beam headlights.  

Should I Buy the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback?

With a starting price of a little more than $21,000, the Corolla hatchback is an affordable compact car that also offers some driving fun. The engine is noisy, however, and there isn’t a lot of storage space in the cabin. 

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Safety review

Based on the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Maintenance
2 years / 25,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
2 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
7 years / less than 85,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12, 000 miles
Dealer certification
160- or 174-point inspections

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Consumer reviews

4.8 / 5
Based on 18 reviews
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Comfort 4.9
Interior 4.9
Performance 4.9
Value 4.8
Exterior 4.9
Reliability 5.0

Most recent

  • Best car I ever had. Reliable. Fun. Must have it

    This car saved me today from a car accident. I fell asleep behind the wheel and the alarm system woke me up when I got too close to the car in front of me. I had just enough time to break. This system can save a life. I am so thankful for who designed this car. Fabulous work. Very reliable, elegant, fun to drive.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Most reliable car I ever owned

    This car meets all my needs. It’s sporty , but also practical. Enough leg room for driver and passenger. Runs smooth and quiet. Display is very informative and easy to navigate. Comfortable seats.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • As expected, really love my Corolla.

    Perfect size for my needs. Often times traffic in Atlanta is a challenge, my car is peppy and reactive as well as reliable. Love the style which gets a lot of comments.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
    10 people out of 10 found this review helpful. Did you?
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  • Great mileage, very comfortable

    Very comfortable. Dash displays are intuitive. Great styling. Should make a great car for trips. Am expecting the same great reliability as my last Toyota.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Reliable and Great Value

    I was looking for a smaller car with great gas mileage. I traded in a 2015 Buick Encore. The Toyota is exactly what I was looking for, I get on average over 40 mpg per tank of gas, which is almost what my Mom gets on her 2014 Toyota Camry Hybrid. The car out manuevers the Buick by a ton, more reliable, comfortable, smooth ride with just enough tech stuff and space. I have had 2 other Toyota’s in the past and have been waiting to get another one for years.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Fun to drive

    I love my Corolla hatchback it serves the need of more room for me so much better than my sedan did. I love the cell phones extras.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Had small car fear but it's gone now.

    Nice design and a good amount of cargo space for a small car. Love the rubber mat in hatchback area. I have always driven a truck or SUV but had to downsize due to gas prices. My only issue is the viewing screen is too high for a short person and impedes peripheral vision a bit. I would also include telescoping pedals so the steering wheel can be further away. This car is good for a smaller person but would be very good if I were taller.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
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  • Great car

    Will be honest I didn't buy my car from them and pay it to service do the fact that Twitter Rockwall I respond to xxxxxxxx I got some for the many ways to get to McKinney great service great deal no problems
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Great car.

    Great car, comfortable seats, smooth ride, I feel secure when I drive it. Fast, light, good gas mileage. Useful features like maps on the screen, USB port...
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Insane Gas Mileage... & peppy to boot

    wonderful cabin layout. a much improved audio version, & Android Auto is a big plus. the SE version has alot of the bells & whistles. plus, when you have to merge in traffic, the 2.0 engine does the trick nicely. i love the trunk layout (not bending down for anything) & the safety features seal the deal. stop reading & go buy this car!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • The car I was looking for

    This car is practical yet sporty. I needed four doors in a new car that I looked forward to driving each day. I hope it is as dependable as the Toyotas that I have owned in the past.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Surprised how my new baby is strong and affordable

    First of all, I very much resisted to buy a small car, and always bought midsize cars in my life but you know, almost all of new cars are more expensive so my wife suggested me to try on that small one, and I tried on that, and was surprised how fast, fun and comfortable I drove, and also it is very affordable and easy to park so I decided to buy it yesterday.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback?

The 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback is available in 3 trim levels:

  • Nightshade (1 style)
  • SE (2 styles)
  • XSE (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback?

The 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback offers up to 28 MPG in city driving and 37 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback?

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Is the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback reliable?

The 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback has an average reliability rating of 5.0 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback owners.

Is the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback a good Hatchback?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.8 / 5
Based on 18 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.9
  • Interior: 4.9
  • Performance: 4.9
  • Value: 4.8
  • Exterior: 4.9
  • Reliability: 5.0

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