2005 Toyota Corolla Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$14,320 to $18,095

Original MSRP

6.3
of 10

expert review

4.4

avg user rating

(30 reviews)
6.3
out of 10
expert review
Look & feel
5/10
Technology
6/10
Performance
6/10
Safety
6/10
Form & function
7/10
Cost-effectiveness
8/10
2005 Toyota Corolla Test Drive Review summaryImage

Toyota makes minor changes to one of the most popular cars on the planet.

New for 2003, the ninth-generation Toyota Corolla continued this compact sedan's fuel efficiency, cost, and steadfast reliability while improving quality and safety. The 2005 is a notable model year for two reasons: Side curtain airbags and stability control became options, as did an all-new XRS sport model with a high-revving engine straight out of the Celica.
5/10
Toyota made mild changes to the front end—notice how the "T" badge is positioned at the top of the grille instead of dead-center—and swapped in restyled taillights. Otherwise, the 2005 Corolla is the epitome of a boring little car, with or without the SE's trunk-lid spoiler and extra body cladding. Save for the Chevrolet Cobalt, no other mid-2000s competitor looks any better, but few can boast the same build quality. Toyota claims it used the same tolerance standards for panel fitments and body gaps as Lexus. Inside, everything but the LE's glossy fake wood will age well. That trim also offers leather seats and "Optitron" gauges that appeared sharper. The three-spoke steering wheel is wrapped in leather on all trims except the base CE, while the S has a unique tachometer. The XRS has its own cloth trim and accents.
Clifford Atiyeh
Published May 25, 2021 by Clifford Atiyeh
Clifford Atiyeh is a contributing editor at CarGurus who writes, hosts, and co-directs video reviews of the latest vehicles. He has reported and photographed for dozens of websites, magazines, and newspapers over a nearly 20-year journalism career, including The Boston Globe, Car and Driver, and Road & Track. He is president of the New England Motor Press Association and runs a creative marketing consultancy.

User reviews for 2005 Toyota Corolla

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by Anonymous
Jul 11, 2022
In great condition Brake pad and brake shoes change transmission service brand new Firestone tiresJul 11, 2022
by Anonymous
Sep 04, 2021
Bulletproof! Keeps on going ! Low mileage and low maintenance.Sep 04, 2021
by Vanessa D
May 10, 2021
Fantastic 4 cylinder engine.Great gas mileage. A great value.Cheap insurance. Overall a great buy!May 10, 2021

2005 Toyota Corolla Pricing

Original MSRP
$14,320 to $18,095
Price range
$5,519 to $5,812
Average price on CG
$5,728
YoY price change
$5,706 to $5,728

Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Front side airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Front side airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

Moonroof: power

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Front side airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · Premium Brand: JBL · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

Moonroof: power

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Front side airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

Moonroof: power

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

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