Customers looking to purchase their 2020 Toyota Corolla will need
to shell out US$ 19,500. Costing US$ 800 more than its predecessor, the redesigned Corolla L
doesn’t shout entry-level as it comes nicely equipped with LED headlights, LED
taillights and body-color exterior components. The only item that betrays the
car’s affordable pricing is the standard 15-inch steel wheels.
Moving in the cabin, drivers will find a tilt/telescopic
three-spoke steering wheel, fabric seats and an analog instrument cluster with
a 4.2-inch Multi-Information Display. Other niceties include power windows /
locks, a six-speaker audio system and a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system.
The Corolla L also comes equipped with a rearview
camera and the Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 suite of driver assistance systems. The
latter includes a Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Lane
Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Auto High Beam Headlights, Full-Speed
Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Road Sign Assist and Lane Tracing Assist.
Motivation is provided by a 1.8-liter four-cylinder
engine that produces 139 hp and 170 Nm of torque.
It is connected to a continuously variable transmission which sends power to
the front wheels.
The Corolla LE is US$ 450 more expensive than the L,
but it rewards buyers with an upgraded interior that includes premium fabric
seats, metallic trim and an additional USB port. The model also features a
larger 8-inch infotainment system and a rear seat with a center armrest. Exterior changes are minor, but
include heated exterior mirrors, variable intermittent windshield wipers and
larger 16-inch steel wheels.
For an additional US$ 2,000 customers can order the LE
package. It includes higher end features such as a keyless entry system, a
moonroof and a blind spot monitoring system. The package also includes 16-inch
alloy wheels.
Moving up to the Corolla XLE costs US$ 23,950. However,
the model comes equipped with premium LED headlights and a moonroof. The car
also features 16-inch alloy wheels, a blind spot warning system and mirrors
with integrated turn signals.
Bigger changes occur in the cabin as drivers will
find SofTex heated front seats with 8-way power adjustment on the driver’s
side. Other highlights include a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a keyless
entry system and a 7-inch Multi-Information Display in the instrument cluster. A handful of options are
available including a US$ 450 Advanced Lighting package that adds adaptive
headlights and ambient interior lighting. Customers can also order a US$ 1,715
Premium Audio package which adds a wireless smartphone charger and a
nine-speaker JBL audio system with a subwoofer.
Buyers looking for something sportier can opt for
the Corolla SE CVT which starts at US$ 21,950. It features a 2.0-liter
four-cylinder engine that produces 169 hp and 204
Nm of torque. The car’s sporting image is backed up external styling tweaks
including a sport mesh grille, gray metallic side skirts and a body-color rear
spoiler. The model also has a dual exhaust system and 18-inch alloy wheels with
black accents.
The interior isn’t as luxurious as one on the
Corolla XLE, but drivers will find premium sport seats and a leather-wrapped
steering wheel. Customers can also order a blind spot monitor, a moonroof and a
JBL audio system. The Corolla SE with the manual transmission costs US$ 22,650 which makes
it Us$ 700 more expensive than the CVT variant. Toyota officials were quick to
point out this isn’t an upcharge for the manual as car comes equipped with
additional equipment including a moonroof and a keyless entry system.
Sitting at the top of the range is the Corolla XSE
which starts at US$ 25,450. It’s fully loaded with SofTex upholstery, heated front
seats and an 8-way power driver’s seat. The model also has a blind spot warning
system, a gray metallic rear spoiler, a keyless entry system and a 7-inch
Multi-Information Display. Buyers looking for more features can order a JBL premium audio
system, a wireless smartphone charger, ambient interior lighting and adaptive
headlights.
Last but not least, the Corolla LE Hybrid has a base
price of US$ 22,950. The model is similar to the Corolla LE, but it features a
keyless entry system, a 7-inch Multi-Information Display and 15-inch alloy
wheels. Of course, the biggest change is the car’s hybrid powertrain which
produces a combined output of 121 hp.
