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Toyota Corolla Used Car Review

The Toyota Corolla is one of the most famous nameplates in the world, and among the most popular. It's consistently one of the best-selling cars in Australia. The Japanese small car is now in its 11th generation, having debuted in 1966. It was even built in Australia for three decades until 1999. The Corolla is available in hatchback or sedan body styles. Most models are powered by a 1.8-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, though there is a petrol-electric hybrid variant (since mid 2016) that provides lower fuel consumption.

Pros

Cons

  • Current model more enjoyable to drive than predecessors
  • Affordable to run, with particularly cheap servicing
  • Hybrid model's fuel economy and performance
  • Toyota reliability and build quality
  • Modest performance of 1.8L engine
  • Better infotainment systems available on key rivals
  • Interior and boot space not class-leading
  • An all-new Corolla is expected in 2019
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
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Top2013 TOYOTA COROLLA ASCENT SPORT CVT AUTO 7 SP SEQUENTIAL 5D HATCHBACK

$12,000
Sydney Region, NSW

23/04/2024

Top2018 Toyota Corolla ZRE182R Ascent S-CVT White 7 Speed Constant Variable Hatchback

  • 109252 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

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Albion Park Rail, NSW

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25/04/2024

Top2007 Toyota Corolla ZRE152R Ascent Silver, Chrome 4 Speed Automatic Hatchback

  • 67869 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

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Minchinbury, NSW

Dealer used
24/04/2024

Top2023 Toyota Corolla Mzea12R Ascent Sport Grey 10 Speed Constant Variable Hatchback

  • 1400 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

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Launceston, TAS

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24/04/2024

Top2011 Toyota Corolla ZRE152R MY11 Conquest Grey 4 Speed Automatic Hatchback

  • 136841 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

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Lambton, NSW

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24 hours ago

Top2019 Toyota Corolla Mzea12R Ascent Sport White 10 Speed Constant Variable Hatchback

  • 64251 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

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Berwick, VIC

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24/04/2024

2022 Toyota Corolla ZWE211R Ascent Sport E-CVT Hybrid White 10 Speed Constant Variable Hatchback

  • 40713 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

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Albion Park, NSW

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16 minutes ago

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  • 36804 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

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$26,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Alexandria, NSW

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5 hours ago

2016 Toyota Corolla ZRE182R ZR S-CVT Blue 7 Speed Constant Variable Hatchback

  • 130985 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

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Burwood, VIC

Dealer used
5 hours ago

2015 Toyota Corolla ASCENT 1.8L Automatic Hatchback

  • 134841 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

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$16,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Gepps Cross, SA

Dealer used
6 hours ago

2018 Toyota Corolla Mzea12R Ascent Sport White 10 Speed Automatic Selespeed Hatchback

  • 31704 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

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Oakleigh, VIC

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6 hours ago

2019 Toyota Corolla ZWE211R Ascent Sport E-CVT Hybrid Silver Pearl 10 Speed Constant Variable

  • 63950 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

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$28,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
North Hobart, TAS

Dealer used
7 hours ago

2023 Toyota Corolla ZWE219R Ascent Sport E-CVT Hybrid White 10 Speed Constant Variable Hatchback

  • 369 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

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$39,999 Excl. Gov. Charges
Victoria Park, WA

Dealer used
7 hours ago

TOYOTA COROLLA ASCENT SPORT 2021

  • 57599 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

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Alexandria, NSW

Dealer used
7 hours ago

2017 Toyota Corolla ZWE186R Hybrid E-CVT Blue 1 Speed Constant Variable Hatchback Hybrid

  • 175201 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

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Liverpool, NSW

Dealer used
8 hours ago

2019 Toyota Corolla ZWE211R Ascent Sport E-CVT Hybrid Silver 10 Speed Constant Variable Hatchback

  • 41127 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

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Mentone, VIC

Dealer used
8 hours ago

2020 Toyota Corolla ZWE211R Ascent Sport E-CVT Hybrid Silver Pearl 10 Speed Constant Variable

  • 59641 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

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$26,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
North Hobart, TAS

Dealer used
8 hours ago

2022 Toyota Corolla ZWE211R Ascent Sport E-CVT Hybrid Grey 10 Speed Constant Variable Hatchback

  • 22902 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

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Mackay, QLD

Dealer used
8 hours ago

2001 TOYOTA Corolla ASCENT SECA AUTOMATIC HATCHBACK

  • 290376 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

2001 TOYOTA Corolla ASCENT SECA AUTOMATIC HATCHBACK PERFECT CAR FOR A FIRST CAR OR LEARNERS! Be Quick In Black Colour the Paint Faded But mechanically Very Well and DRIVES ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL It is Priced to Sell at $2990 Comes With ice Cold Air condition Log Books Set of Keys and 10 June 2024 Registration. THE CAR IS AVAILABLE IF YOU SEE THIS AD. PLEASE DONT SEND GENERIC MESSAGES. NO OFFERS BEFORE INSPECTING! Now at FOREVER Motors, LONG JETTY Good car drives great warranty and roa

$2,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Long Jetty, NSW

Dealer used
8 hours ago

2021 Toyota Corolla Mzea12R Ascent Sport Glacier White 10 Speed Constant Variable Hatchback

  • 64178 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

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$24,989 Excl. Gov. Charges
Melville, WA

Dealer used
8 hours ago

2021 Toyota Corolla Mzea12R Ascent Sport Silver 10 Speed Constant Variable Hatchback

  • 62299 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

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Moorabbin, VIC

Dealer used
9 hours ago

2018 Toyota Corolla ZRE182R MY17 Ascent Sport Orange 7 Speed CVT Auto Sequential Hatchback

  • 50991 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

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$22,546 Excl. Gov. Charges
Laverton North, VIC

Dealer used
9 hours ago

2020 Toyota Corolla Mzea12R Ascent Sport Glacier White 10 Speed Constant Variable Hatchback

  • 70637 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

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Rockingham, WA

Dealer used
9 hours ago

2023 Toyota Corolla ZWE219R SX E-CVT Hybrid Silver Pearl 10 Speed Constant Variable Hatchback Hybrid

  • 14334 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

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$38,888 Excl. Gov. Charges
Maddington, WA

Dealer used
9 hours ago

2008 Toyota Corolla ZRE152R Ascent White 4 Speed Automatic Hatchback

  • 230001 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

Introducing the Toyota Corolla ZRE152R Ascent Hatchback, a distinguished model that has been known for its reliability and practicality. This 2008 model is an automatic, 5-door variant that is designed to provide maximum comfort and convenience. With a beautiful white exterior, this car exudes a sleek and sophisticated appeal that will surely turn heads wherever you go. This robust Toyota Corolla is powered by a 1.8L engine, ensuring a smooth and efficient driving experience. The 4-cylinder en

$7,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Kenwick, WA

Dealer used
9 hours ago

2022 Toyota Corolla ZWE211R Ascent Sport E-CVT Hybrid White 10 Speed Constant Variable Hatchback

  • 43042 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

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$27,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Albion Park, NSW

Dealer used
9 hours ago

2020 Toyota Corolla ZWE211R ZR E-CVT Hybrid Red 10 Speed Constant Variable Hatchback Hybrid

  • 73412 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

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$33,304 Excl. Gov. Charges
Albion Park, NSW

Dealer used
9 hours ago

2007 Toyota Corolla ZZE122R MY06 Upgrade Ascent Seca Grey 4 Speed Automatic Hatchback

  • 215231 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

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$8,999 Excl. Gov. Charges
Hoppers Crossing, VIC

Dealer used
9 hours ago

2022 Toyota Corolla ZWE211R Ascent Sport E-CVT Hybrid White 10 Speed Constant Variable Hatchback

  • 59068 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

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Frankston, VIC

Dealer used
9 hours ago

2022 Toyota Corolla Mzea12R Ascent Sport Grey 10 Speed Constant Variable Hatchback

  • 55147 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

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Cannington, WA

Dealer used
9 hours ago

Overview of the Toyota Corolla

Overview of the Toyota Corolla

The Toyota Corolla is one of the most famous nameplates in the world, and among the most popular. It's consistently one of the best-selling cars in Australia. The Japanese small car is now in its 11th generation, having debuted in 1966.

It was even built in Australia for three decades until 1999. The Corolla is available in hatchback or sedan body styles. Most models are powered by a 1.8-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, though there is a petrol-electric hybrid variant (since mid 2016) that provides lower fuel consumption.

TOYOTA COROLLA GENERATIONS (SINCE 2000)

2000-2007

2006-2012

2012-present

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption (2012 models onwards)

1.8L petrol: 6.1-6.8 litres per 100km

Hybrid: 4.1 litres per 100km

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

SIMILAR MODELS TO TOYOTA COROLLA

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR: TOYOTA COROLLA (2012 ONWARDS)

The Toyota Corolla didn't gain its impeccable reputation for reliability by accident. These really are durable, dependable cars - and they remain one of the smarter second-hand buys for that reason.

When inspecting any Corolla for sale, try to pair your phone with the Bluetooth (where fitted) and then try to make a call. It's a fair bet the reception will be sketchy; for some reason, Toyota struggled with its Bluetooth installations.

The current Corolla was recalled once to check that a small plate that helps make up the fuel-tank system hadn't cracked, allowing a leak to occur. A Toyota dealer will be able to identify affected cars and whether yours has been fixed or not.

The Corolla we'd avoid is an ex car-share car. Car-sharing companies loved the Corolla for its reliability, but the end users often abused the vehicles.