2010 Toyota Corolla XLE

If you choose the 2010 Toyota Corolla XLE, you’ll lose the leather-wrapped steering wheel and the controls for the CD/MP3 player that come on it, as well as the foglights. You will, however, gain back the power windows to complement the power mirrors and door locks, along with remote keyless entry and variable-intermittent wipers. That said, the XLE is an S, with the same 16-inch wheels, 1.8-liter engine, and choice of five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission. Front bucket seats and a rear split-folding unit are covered in cloth upholstery, and the steering wheel tilts and telescopes. A trip computer and air conditioning are included, along with a long list of safety features: six airbags, traction control and anti-skid, antilock brakes with brake assist, daytime running lights, and a theft-deterrent system.

By Michael Perkins