2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid review
Toyota Corolla Hybrid highlights
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Pros
- Outstanding hybrid performance
- Quiet and comfortable drive
- Thoughtful and ergonomic interior design
Cons
- Hatchback not available with hybrid
- Engine sounds rough on heavy acceleration
- Only offered in LE trim
Mileage (EPA estimate)
53 city, 52 highway, 52 combined
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A fuel-sipping sedan with practicality and presence
Since its 2020 debut, the hybrid version of the Toyota Corolla has been turning heads with its fuel-sipping credentials and sleek style. Comfortably seating five passengers and driven by an impressive powertrain, the 2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid is a sedan that can fit the lifestyle of families and solo travelers alike. For daily drives to work or school, the Corolla Hybrid is a welcome companion, thanks to a generous mix of driver-assistance features and entertainment tech.
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What is new for the 2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid?
- Corolla Hybrid trims have been upgraded with Satellite Radio Ready as standard equipment this year.
- Sunroof(s), Power Seat(s), Blind Spot Monitor, and Navigation System features are now available as options on select trims.
2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid trims
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- 121-hp, 105-lb-ft of torque 1.8L
- Automated Cruise Control
- Lane Departure Warning
- Power Mirrors
- Smart Key
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Side Airbags
- Cloth Seats
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5 reasons to buy the 2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid
1. Plenty of driver-assistance features
You'll love the generous driver-assistance features and technology that come standard on the 2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid. The driver-assistance suite includes a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, plus 10 airbags and two sets of LATCH connectors for the rear outboard seats. With the Corolla Hybrid, taking your precious family cargo on highway road trips can be a breeze.
2. Dynamic exterior
If you're shopping for a hybrid vehicle that's dynamically styled, take a closer look at the 2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid. Its bright exterior paint options are stylish and sleek, and its sports-like cavernous black grille makes for an impressive front fascia. This is a tidy and trim sedan that will turn heads wherever you go.
3. One terrific trim
The 2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid is available in one trim, simplifying your decision-making process. The single LE trim is outfitted with just about everything you could want, with comforts such as automatic climate control and smart phone connectivity delivered in an effortless, classy interior. When you know you're choosing well, it's an easy decision to make.
4. Four drive modes
Whether you're new to hybrid driving or you're already a pro, the 2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid can help you make the most of your fuel-sipping ride. While Normal and Eco modes speak for themselves, slip the Corolla Hybrid into EV mode and you'll be on battery power only, enjoying the near quiet as you make your way downtown. Switching to Sport mode means a boost of acceleration, thanks to the hybrid battery kicking in to assist the gasoline engine.
5. Graceful driving presence
For smooth handling and a comfortably controlled ride, the 2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid has you covered. This is a functional, no-nonsense ride—a great choice whether you're a new driver, have a growing family, or you're a senior enjoying some travel time. No matter what your age, you'll love driving the Corolla Hybrid.
Similar vehicles
If you're interested in the 2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid, you should also check out these similar vehicles from Previous generation years.
A four-door, five-seat hatchback that drives like a sedan, the 2017-2021 Toyota Prius uses a hybrid powertrain to deliver some impressive fuel-economy figures. The 2017-2021 Prius is powered by a 1.8L four-cylinder gasoline engine paired with two onboard electric motors. The 2019-2021 L-Eco base trim with this engine achieves an EPA-estimated 56 mpg combined.
In addition to the standard model, you can find other trims and body shapes, too. There's the compact Prius C, the larger Prius V, and the plug-in hybrid Prius Prime.The 2017-2021 Toyota Prius base trim includes:
Automatic climate control
Rearview camera
Infotainment touchscreen
Toyota Avalon Hybrid
The Toyota Avalon Hybrid is a full-size sedan that offers plenty of substance and style. This spacious sedan comfortably seats five adults in a hushed, upscale cabin. The 2017-2019 Avalon powertrain pairs a 2.5L four-cylinder engine with two electric motors. For the 2017-2018 Avalon Hybrid, this provides an EPA-estimated 40 mpg combined.
In 2019, the Avalon Hybrid was fully redesigned for a fifth generation, delivering an EPA-estimated 44 mpg from its base XLE model. Other features of the 2019 Toyota Avalon Hybrid XLE include:16.1 cubic feet of cargo space
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Simulated leather upholstery
Nine-inch touchscreen
Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert
Elsewhere in the Toyota lineup is the excellent Camry Hybrid midsize sedan. Newly redesigned in 2018 to launch the model's eighth generation, this Camry Hybrid features a standard 2.5L four-cylinder engine paired with an electric motor and a continuously variable automatic transmission, for a combined output of 208 horsepower. On the base LE trim, this powertrain means the 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid can achieve a very impressive EPA-estimated 52 mpg combined.
Despite being the base trim, you still get plenty as standard on 2018–2020 LE models, such as:Dual-zone automatic climate control
Adaptive cruise control
Forward collision warning and lane departure warning
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Toyota Corolla Hybrid features and specs
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LE 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Heated Mirrors
- Lane Departure Warning
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Alloy Wheels
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Navigation System
- Power Seat(s)
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
1.8L
Horsepower
121
Torque (ft-lbs)
105
Engine type
Hybrid
Fuel capacity
13.2
Wheelbase
106.3"
Overall length
182.3"
Width
70.1"
Height
56.5"
Leg room
F 42"/R 34.8"
Head room
F 38.3"/R 37.1"
Front tires
P195/65VR15
Rear tires
P195/65VR15
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid FAQ
The 2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid LE offers 53 MPG City and 52 MPG Highway. It is important to remember factors such as driving style, weather conditions, and the use of features such as Eco mode can impact fuel efficiency.
Here is what's new for the 2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid:
- Heated Mirrors
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Sunroof(s)
- Power Seat(s)
- Blind Spot Monitor
More about the 2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid
Color options
Exterior colors:
Barcelona Red Metallic
Black Sand Pearl
Blizzard Pearl
Blueprint
Celestite Gray Metallic
Classic Silver Metallic
Super White
Interior details
60/40-split fold-down rear seating with center armrest and two cup holders
13.1 cubic feet of cargo volume
Eight-inch entertainment touchscreen with a six-speaker audio system
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and Amazon Alexa compatibility
Seven-inch driver information display screen
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