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2027 Toyota Corolla
The 2027 Toyota Corolla marks its 60th anniversary with a limited 2,500-unit 60th Anniversary Edition based on the SE Hybrid sedan, and otherwise carries over unchanged. Pricing starts at $23,325 for the sedan and $24,780 for the hatchback. Car and Driver found the hatchback a little quicker to 60 mph than the Civic sedan, 8.3 seconds versus 8.9.
Configurations9
Model/option labels7
Combined efficiency33–50 MPG/MPGe
Electric rangeNot listed
Decision answers15
What changed for 2027
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says this year marks the Corolla's 60th anniversary, and to celebrate it Toyota will build and sell 2,500 60th Anniversary Edition models based on the SE Hybrid sedan, wearing special aluminum wheels and custom badging in one of two colors, Ice Cap or Supersonic Red, with the Corolla sedan and hatchback otherwise rolling into 2027 with no significant changes.
Pricing for 2027
Toyota's own dealer network (opens in a new tab) lists the 2027 Corolla sedan starting at $23,325 MSRP and the hatchback at $24,780, and TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says that gives the Corolla the edge over the Honda Civic, whose $25,990 TSRP is $1,370 higher, a gap TrueCar says stretches to $1,848 once comparing what buyers actually pay on average ($23,862 for the Corolla versus $25,711 for the Civic).
How it compares to its closest rivals
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says that compared with athletic and engaging rivals such as the Mazda 3 and Honda Civic, the Corolla's progressive steering is satisfactory but not exemplary, though in its own testing the Corolla hatchback proved a little more spritely than the Honda Civic sedan, hitting 60 mph in 8.3 seconds against the Civic's 8.9.
Questions buyers ask
What's new for the 2027 Toyota Corolla?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says a limited 60th Anniversary Edition joins the lineup to mark the model's 60th year, with the rest of the Corolla carrying over unchanged.
How much does the 2027 Toyota Corolla cost?
Toyota's dealer network (opens in a new tab) lists it from $23,325 for the sedan and $24,780 for the hatchback.
Complete certification table
9 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50740Corolla | 2L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AV-S10) | Regular | 29 | 38 | 33 | N/A |
| 50738Corolla (1-mode transmission) | 2L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 31 | 41 | 35 | N/A |
| 50739Corolla (3-mode transmission) | 2L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 30 | 38 | 33 | N/A |
| 50491Corolla Hatchback | 2L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AV-S10) | Regular | 32 | 41 | 35 | N/A |
| 50492Corolla Hatchback XSE | 2L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AV-S10) | Regular | 30 | 38 | 33 | N/A |
| 50734Corolla Hybrid | 1.8L 4-cyl HybridHybrid | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 50 | 43 | 47 | N/A |
| 50735Corolla Hybrid | 1.8L 4-cyl HybridHybrid | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 53 | 46 | 50 | N/A |
| 50736Corolla Hybrid AWD | 1.8L 4-cyl HybridHybrid | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 47 | 41 | 44 | N/A |
| 50737Corolla Hybrid AWD | 1.8L 4-cyl HybridHybrid | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 51 | 44 | 48 | N/A |
Model-specific answer center
17 answers for this exact family-year.
Q01What changed on the 2027 Toyota Corolla versus the 2026 Toyota Corolla?
Model year
Against the 2026 Toyota Corolla: Model/option labels added: Corolla (1-mode transmission), Corolla (3-mode transmission). Model/option labels no longer listed: Corolla (1-mode TM), Corolla (3-mode TM), Corolla Hatchback FX, Corolla Hybrid SE, and 2 more. Engine descriptions no longer listed: 1.6L 3-cyl SIDI & PFI. Transmissions no longer listed: Automatic (S8), Manual 6-spd. Fuel types no longer listed: Premium. EPA size classes no longer listed: Subcompact Cars. Certification records went from 12 to 9. Midpoint combined efficiency moved from 36.0 to 41.5 MPG/MPGe.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov certification records for both model years
Q02Which current models share the 2027 Toyota Corolla's EPA class?
Comparison
Class peers of the 2027 Toyota Corolla in the current EPA data include 2025 Acura TLX, 2025 Audi A4, 2027 Audi RS e-tron, 2027 Audi S e-tron, 2025 Audi S4, 2027 BMW 2 Series, and 21 more.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q03What engine oil does the 2027 Toyota Corolla take?
Maintenance
The 2027 Toyota Corolla owner's manual specifies SAE 0W-8, with an oil-change capacity of 4.4 US quarts. Source: 2027 Toyota Corolla owner's manual.
Source: Manufacturer owner's manual
Q04What colors does the 2027 Toyota Corolla come in?
Colors and options
Toyota lists 8 exterior colors for the 2027 Toyota Corolla: Blueprint, Wind Chill Pearl, Ice Cap, Ruby Flare Pearl, Underground, Classic Silver Metallic, Celestite, Inked. Wind Chill Pearl, Ruby Flare Pearl are marked as a premium paint that costs extra. Which colors are offered depends on the trim. Source: Toyota product information sheet for the 2027 model year, read 2026-09-25.
Q05What suspension does the 2027 Toyota Corolla use?
Brakes and suspension
Rear: multi-link with rear stabilizer bar (SE, XSE) Torsion beam rear suspension (LE). Source: Toyota product information sheet for the 2027 model year, read 2026-09-25.
Q06How much horsepower and torque does the 2027 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan make?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists the 2027 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan at 169 horsepower and 151 lb-ft of torque.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q07How much does the 2027 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan weigh?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists the 2027 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan with a curb weight of 2,955 pounds and a standard payload of 860 pounds.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q08How much headroom and legroom does the 2027 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan have?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists the 2027 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan with 38.3 inches of front headroom, 42.0 inches of front legroom, 37.1 inches of rear headroom and 34.8 inches of rear legroom.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q09What size tires does the 2027 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan come with?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists P205/55R16 tires on the 2027 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q10What is the MSRP of the 2027 Toyota Corolla?
Specifications
MotorTrend lists the 2027 Toyota Corolla at an MSRP of $24,420.
Source: MotorTrend model-year specification page
Q11How quickly does the 2027 Toyota Corolla accelerate from 0 to 60 mph?
Specifications
The most recent instrumented 0 to 60 mph test of this model that 0-60Specs.com lists is of earlier model years than the 2027 Toyota Corolla: 8.2 seconds for the 2026 Toyota Corolla FX Edition 5-door Hatchback (Car and Driver).
Source: 0-60Specs.com model-year specification page
Q12How many people does the 2027 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan seat?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists 5 seats for the 2027 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan. The 2026 model year has the same figure.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q13What is the GVWR of the 2027 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists a gross vehicle weight rating of 3,925 pounds for the 2027 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan. The 2026 model year has the same figure.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q14What is the payload capacity of the 2027 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists a maximum payload of 860 pounds for the 2027 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan. The 2026 model year has the same figure.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q15What warranty does the 2027 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan come with?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists the 2027 Toyota Corolla LE 4dr Sedan with basic coverage of 36 months or 36,000 miles, powertrain coverage of 60 months or 60,000 miles and roadside assistance of 24 months with unlimited miles. The 2026 model year has the same figure.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
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