2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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For shoppers interested in hybrids, they now have another option from Toyota, with the introduction of the hybrid version of its compact 2020 Corolla.

The Corolla Hybrid’s styling has a lot in common with the non-hybrid 2020 Corolla, with the same aggressive J-shaped headlights, simplified window arrangement, stalk-mounted mirrors, and elegant rear end. That said, it gets a unique, smoother front bumper with a slightly curvier grille. The interior, meanwhile, comes from the recently released 2019 Corolla Hatchback, which focuses on minimalism and artful, upscale presentation. The Corolla Hybrid has ample room for five people.

All Corolla Hybrids are motivated by a 1.8-liter inline 4-cylinder engine, coupled to an electric motor and continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT), putting out a combined 121 horsepower. Aside from the efficient powertrain, there are a number of technologies onboard that boost fuel economy further. Regenerative braking, which recaptures kinetic energy while decelerating and converts it to battery power, comes standard along with low-rolling-resistance tires, and S-FLOW, which optimizes airflow throughout the cabin to lessen the reliance on the air-conditioning system. The Corolla Hybrid provides three driving modes: Normal, Eco, and Sport. Like the Prius, the Corolla also features an EV mode that lets you operate the car using only electric power for a short distance. The Corolla Hybrid has fuel-economy estimates of 53 city, 52 highway, and 53 combined.

The Corolla Hybrid comes in one trim, Hybrid LE. Standard technology equipment includes LED daytime-running lights, 15-inch alloy wheels, keyless start, Amazon Alexa connectivity, an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Entune 3.0 and Apple CarPlay connectivity, Wi-Fi hotspot capability, satellite radio, and Siri Eyes Free.

Like other Toyota models, the level of standard equipment is generous, thanks to the Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 system. Every Corolla Hybrid gets forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection, full-speed adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping and lane-tracing assist, automatic high beams, and traffic-sign recognition. While the 2020 Corolla Hybrid hasn't yet been tested, the 2019 Corolla earned a 5-star rating from the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

The new 2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid promises Prius-like fuel economy in a conventionally styled package, similar to the Honda Insight.

Kyree Rollerson
Published Jun 1, 2022 by Kyree Rollerson
A CarGurus contributor since 2017, Kyree has always been fascinated with the automotive world, especially when it comes to premium European cars. But regardless of the vehicle—whether it's an efficient hybrid or the latest luxury sled—he's always ready to dispense information and advice.

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by Ray O
Jul 04, 2023
It would be everything I would want in a car if I could just find one.Jul 04, 2023
by Renando d
Jun 15, 2022
I like the looks for its stylish and its very reliable car for everyday drive. The only thing missing is i wish toyota made a leather seats.Jun 15, 2022
by Bob H
Mar 12, 2020
The stated mileage was about 52 but doing much better in 650+ mile have put in $17 in gas still have FULL tank. Handles nice, Rides nice, very roomy, large trunk. Quality that GM can only dream about!Mar 12, 2020

2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid Pricing

Original MSRP
$23,100 to $23,100
Price range
$17,316 to $18,481
Average price on CG
$17,316
YoY price change
$18,481 to $17,316

Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Passenger seat cushion front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · USB auxiliary audio input · IHeartRadio internet radio · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 10.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.2 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: urethane · Steering wheel trim: urethane

Convenience Features

Adaptive stop and go cruise control: semi-automatic · Assist handle: rear · Autonomous lane guidance: lane centering · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): USB front · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: accessory hook · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 6

Engine

EV battery capacity: 1.3 kWh · Electric Motor Battery Type: nickel-metal hydride · Electric Motor HP: 71 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 53 · Electric Motor Torque: 120 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP: 96 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP@RPM: 5200 · Hybrid Gas Engine Torque: 105 · Hybrid gas Engine Torque@RPM: 3600

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rocker panel color: body-color · Window trim: black

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

Hybrid

Starter Type: motor/generator

In Car Entertainment

Connected in-car apps: Yelp · Infotainment: Apply CarPlay ready · Infotainment screen size: 8 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: MPG · Instrument cluster screen size: 7 in. · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Daytime running lights: LED · Headlights: LED · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Automatic emergency braking: front pedestrian · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact absorbing seats: dual front · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Pre-Collision Warning System: visual warning · Pre-collision warning system: pedestrian detection · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium cloth

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Spare Tire

Kit: tire sealant

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Electronic messaging assistance: with voice recognition · Navigation app: Scout · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app compatibility: Toyota Connected Services · Wifi: hotspot

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Wheels

Wheel covers: full

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: with safety reverse

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