Used 2022 Toyota Corolla for Sale nearChicago, IL

Compare 2022 Toyota Corolla Trims in Chicago, IL

The 2022 Toyota Corolla offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to more feature-rich models, all with impressive fuel efficiency.

• Starting at $17,992
• Best MPG/MPGe: 31 city / 40 hwy
• Most Popular: LE FWD

Trim Overview

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Trim Deep Dives

L FWD — "Who It's For"

The L FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a budget-friendly option without sacrificing essential features.

• Avg. market price: $18,942 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 30 city / 38 hwy
• Inventory: 5 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View L FWD listings

LE FWD — "Who It's For"

The LE FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-rounded compact car with a great mix of features and affordability.

• Avg. market price: $17,992 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 30 city / 38 hwy
• Inventory: 325 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View LE FWD listings

SE FWD — "Who It's For"

The SE FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a sportier drive without stepping up to a higher price point.

• Avg. market price: $20,042 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 29 city / 36 hwy
• Inventory: 141 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View SE FWD listings

SE Nightshade Edition FWD — "Who It's For"

The SE Nightshade Edition FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a stylish look with excellent fuel efficiency.

• Avg. market price: $20,682 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 31 city / 40 hwy
• Inventory: 6 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View SE Nightshade Edition FWD listings

XLE FWD — "Who It's For"

The XLE FWD is the pick for shoppers who want luxury features without a luxury price tag.

• Avg. market price: $19,000 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 29 city / 37 hwy
• Inventory: 8 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View XLE FWD listings

SE Apex FWD — "Who It's For"

The SE Apex FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a sporty performance with added features for a thrilling drive.

• Avg. market price: $18,942 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 31 city / 38 hwy
• Inventory: 6 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View SE Apex FWD listings

XSE FWD — "Who It's For"

The XSE FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a fully loaded compact car with all the premium features.

• Avg. market price: $18,942 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 31 city / 38 hwy
• Inventory: 31 listings
• View XSE FWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — LE FWD

With 325 active listings, the LE FWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

Browse LE FWD listings

Best Budget Option — LE FWD

At $17,992 avg market price — below the lineup median of $18,942 — it's the most accessible entry point.

Browse LE FWD listings

Best for Fuel Economy — SE Nightshade Edition FWD

With an impressive 31/40 MPG, the SE Nightshade Edition FWD is the most fuel-efficient option in the lineup.

Browse SE Nightshade Edition FWD listings

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 2, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2022 Toyota Corolla cost?

Prices have softened 4.63% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 3,241 listings available, which suggests solid inventory for you to compare prices and trims.

If you find a listing below $18,157.67, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2022 Toyota Corolla a good car?

Generally — the 2022 Toyota Corolla earns 4.17/5 from owners and 7.17/10 from experts, which points to a broadly well-liked compact car.

The standout strength is Safety at 9/10.

Owners consistently praise its dependable design, practicality, and value for money, and the feedback also points to a solid, well-worth-the-investment ownership experience. The Corolla’s breadth of configurations is another recurring plus, especially if you want multiple body styles and powertrain choices. On the downside, the expert review calls out outdated technology and sluggish performance, so you should expect competence more than excitement.

That makes the Corolla a strong fit if you want a sensible daily driver with broad configurability and easy ownership, rather than a compact car built to entertain. The market also shows 30.7% of listings as good or great deals, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2022 Toyota Corolla reliable?

Owners rate it 4.17/5, a solid signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner feedback emphasizes dependable design and a car that feels like a smart, worthwhile investment, which lines up with the Corolla’s reputation for being a vehicle you can count on. The expert review also describes it as reliable and sensible, with a strong focus on practical ownership rather than drama. Toyota’s three-year, 36,000-mile basic warranty and five-year, 60,000-mile powertrain warranty add some reassurance, though they are fairly typical for the class.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is less about the Corolla’s core durability and more about finding one that has been maintained well and not worn hard.

What should I look for when buying a used 2022 Toyota Corolla?

At 69.7% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should run a vehicle history report before you get too far into the process, then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection if the car has any accident history or inconsistent service records. Focus on condition details that matter in daily use, including interior wear, tire condition, and whether the car’s equipment matches the trim you’re considering. If you’re shopping a higher-mileage example, pay extra attention to how the car drives and whether any repairs were done cleanly.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The SE and XSE models add more aggressive styling, while the Apex Edition brings a subtle body kit with bronze accents and model-specific 18-inch wheels; the base L is much simpler, so you should expect fewer visual and equipment extras there.
• Powertrain: The L, LE, and XLE use a 1.8-liter four-cylinder with 139 horsepower and 126 pound-feet of torque, while the SE and XSE use a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 169 hp and 151 lb-ft of torque; the 2.0-liter can also be paired with a six-speed manual on SE and SE Apex Edition models.
• Safety package: Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning with steering assist, automatic high beams, Lane Tracing Assist, adaptive cruise control, and traffic-sign recognition; blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert is available, but not standard on all trim levels.
• Infotainment: The L gets a 7-inch touchscreen, while other trims get an 8-inch screen; Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, WiFi connectivity, Amazon Alexa integration, SiriusXM satellite radio, and a six-speaker audio system are standard, but wireless CarPlay and Android Auto are not offered.
• Fuel efficiency: The 2.0-liter engine with CVT is rated at up to 34 mpg combined, and the manual-transmission SE Apex Edition is rated at 31 mpg combined; Toyota also offers a Corolla Hybrid sedan rated at 52 mpg combined.

Which 2022 Toyota Corolla trim should I buy?

The 2022 Toyota Corolla is offered in 7 trim levels: L, LE, XLE, SE, XSE, Apex Edition, and Nightshade Edition.

Here's the short version:

• L: This is the simplest entry point, with the 7-inch touchscreen and the standard safety and connectivity features, but it’s the trim where you feel the fewest extras.
• LE: This is the value-minded choice if you want the Corolla’s core strengths without moving too far up the price ladder.
• XLE: Choose this if you want a more upscale feel and are willing to pay for it.
• SE: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds the stronger 2.0-liter engine and a more engaging personality without jumping all the way to the top.
• XSE: Pick this if you want the most fully equipped mainstream gas Corolla, including access to the available premium audio setup.
• Apex Edition: This is the choice if you want the sportiest Corolla flavor, with the manual transmission available on SE Apex Edition models and a chassis tuned more for cornering than comfort.
• Nightshade Edition: Choose this if you want the SE or XSE look with blacked-out trim and a more distinctive appearance.

Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert is available, but it isn’t standard on all trim levels.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2022 Toyota Corolla?

This is a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully without expecting every listing to be a bargain.

• Deal availability: 30.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 3,241 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 4.63% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 69.7% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $18,157.67, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2022 Toyota Corolla's resale value?

The current average of $18,694 sits slightly below last year's $19,600.

That price movement suggests the Corolla has softened enough to create a more approachable entry point for you as a buyer, but it also means a future seller may not see rapid appreciation. The model’s broad appeal, practical reputation, and steady demand should help support values better than a less established compact car. Even so, the current trend favors shoppers more than sellers right now.

Vehicles with solid owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.17/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2022 Toyota Corolla safe?

Both the Corolla sedan and hatchback received an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) “Top Safety Pick+” award for the 2022 model year, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gave it a five-star overall safety rating with five-star ratings in frontal and side crash tests and four-star ratings in rollover crash tests.

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 is the standard driver-assistance suite, and it includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning with steering assist, automatic high beams, Lane Tracing Assist, adaptive cruise control, and traffic-sign recognition. Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert is available, but it isn’t standard on all trim levels.

The main caveat is that the IIHS noted lower headlight ratings on some trims, so you should pay attention to which lighting setup a specific used example has.

Should I buy a 2022 Toyota Corolla or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2022 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2022 if:

• 30.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 69.7% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 4.63% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.17/5 — a solid satisfaction signal.
• It keeps the Corolla’s broad configuration range, including sedan and hatchback body styles, manual and automatic transmissions, and multiple powertrain options.

Consider the 2021 if:

• At $17,075, the 2021 costs less than the current year's $18,694 average.
• It adds racy styling and enjoyable driving dynamics.

The bottom line: If you want the better current-market balance of price, inventory, and broad appeal, the 2022 is the safer default choice. If your priority is spending less up front, the 2021 is the more budget-friendly path and still delivers the Corolla’s core strengths.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 4, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.