2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid - The Prius Alternative
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Date: 2019-09-14
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Comments and reviews: 10
rizzle razzleuno
Nice review. Kinda clouded the waters at the end, but hey, viewers should see there are options. Seems like the best affordable option for a new compact hybrid is the Hyundai. For folks not afraid of a used car, a 2 year old Camry hybrid gets you a better car. The only advantage to a Prius is the liftback cargo space and more upgraded trims. 2019 Ioniq are on sale and you should be able to get one for less than 21K. A gently used 2016-2017 Camry hybrid can be had for less than a new Corolla hybrid. I'd suggest that a new Corolla hybrid should be the last choice, but a new Camry hybrid or Rav4 hybrid is not what a typical Corolla buyer can or wants to spend. If dag gone Toyota would sell the Corolla hybrid Touring Sports with 2. 0 engine, then you could have a better preforming hybrid with a decent back seat and lots of cargo space. but we don't get it in North America. Boo Toyota.
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Nice review. Kinda clouded the waters at the end, but hey, viewers should see there are options. Seems like the best affordable option for a new compact hybrid is the Hyundai. For folks not afraid of a used car, a 2 year old Camry hybrid gets you a better car. The only advantage to a Prius is the liftback cargo space and more upgraded trims. 2019 Ioniq are on sale and you should be able to get one for less than 21K. A gently used 2016-2017 Camry hybrid can be had for less than a new Corolla hybrid. I'd suggest that a new Corolla hybrid should be the last choice, but a new Camry hybrid or Rav4 hybrid is not what a typical Corolla buyer can or wants to spend. If dag gone Toyota would sell the Corolla hybrid Touring Sports with 2. 0 engine, then you could have a better preforming hybrid with a decent back seat and lots of cargo space. but we don't get it in North America. Boo Toyota.
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SuperTalleyho
Most people don't like the way the Prius looks thats why they buy the Corolla. Rav4 is way more expensive, not in competition with the Corolla. You buy the Corolla because it has a proven bullet proof hybrid sytem and cvt that is time tested by the Prius. That is why I bought the Corolla over the Camry. I like the Prius but I'm not into the Prius ambiance thing. Proven rock solid reliability is what this car is all about. A Toyota actually built in Japan. Lovin my Corolla hybrid.
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Most people don't like the way the Prius looks thats why they buy the Corolla. Rav4 is way more expensive, not in competition with the Corolla. You buy the Corolla because it has a proven bullet proof hybrid sytem and cvt that is time tested by the Prius. That is why I bought the Corolla over the Camry. I like the Prius but I'm not into the Prius ambiance thing. Proven rock solid reliability is what this car is all about. A Toyota actually built in Japan. Lovin my Corolla hybrid.
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Adair Rios
Well, here in Panama this 2020 Corolla hybrid comes with Softex seats, parking sensors both front and rear, leather wrapped steering wheel, spare tire and a wireless charger. The one that we get is made in Japan, I Dont know if that makes any difference, but this American version seems pretty sparse. Oh and it is sold for 23K USD, and they are charging the same for the 2020 Corolla SE.
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Well, here in Panama this 2020 Corolla hybrid comes with Softex seats, parking sensors both front and rear, leather wrapped steering wheel, spare tire and a wireless charger. The one that we get is made in Japan, I Dont know if that makes any difference, but this American version seems pretty sparse. Oh and it is sold for 23K USD, and they are charging the same for the 2020 Corolla SE.
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Beastykato
23K for that? I'm sorry but that makes absolutely no sense to me. Availability is bad right now, but I could get a Honda Clarity if I drive a couple states over for 34k - 7500 Fed Tax Credit and a 1000 Tax Credit in my state (or even more in some states. So, 25. 5k for a much larger, more luxurious vehicle, with better everything and the ability to plug in.
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23K for that? I'm sorry but that makes absolutely no sense to me. Availability is bad right now, but I could get a Honda Clarity if I drive a couple states over for 34k - 7500 Fed Tax Credit and a 1000 Tax Credit in my state (or even more in some states. So, 25. 5k for a much larger, more luxurious vehicle, with better everything and the ability to plug in.
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Christine Roy
I am really interested in the Corolla I like the exterior and new interior. It's the size I want for my 1 car garage and I'm single. However there's the Prius which is more practical, but odd looking inside and out. Either are cars I could realistically buy new. Thanks for the review probably in the next year or so I'll be car shopping.
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I am really interested in the Corolla I like the exterior and new interior. It's the size I want for my 1 car garage and I'm single. However there's the Prius which is more practical, but odd looking inside and out. Either are cars I could realistically buy new. Thanks for the review probably in the next year or so I'll be car shopping.
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BruceTheSillyGoose
i don't give a good GD about leather this and that, or fancy wheels or the rest of that rot. what i DO miss, is a good adjustable lumbar support. that is a real-world concern. i wonder how it would drive over the cratered roads of shelton? i saw one the other day that had very pretty light gray upholstery, appealing.
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i don't give a good GD about leather this and that, or fancy wheels or the rest of that rot. what i DO miss, is a good adjustable lumbar support. that is a real-world concern. i wonder how it would drive over the cratered roads of shelton? i saw one the other day that had very pretty light gray upholstery, appealing.
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680ecks
Been watching new Camry hybrid used anywhere from 18- 23k 60kmiles on the cheep ones 20 k miles on the more expensive ones. Think off lease cars. Seem like alot of company cars coming off lease. I'm going to find me a clean one and get it. Although it's tough to justify getting rid of my 2010 Prius it still works great.
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Been watching new Camry hybrid used anywhere from 18- 23k 60kmiles on the cheep ones 20 k miles on the more expensive ones. Think off lease cars. Seem like alot of company cars coming off lease. I'm going to find me a clean one and get it. Although it's tough to justify getting rid of my 2010 Prius it still works great.
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JCA
We do have a 2000 premium option package as an add on in Canada for the Corolla hybrid. It gives you: Leather Wrapped Steering WheelWireless ChargingHeated Steering WheelHybrid Synergy DriveDoor Sill ProtectorsHeated Rear Seats8-way Power Driver SeatSoftex SeatsDriver Lumbar SupportAmbient Lighting
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We do have a 2000 premium option package as an add on in Canada for the Corolla hybrid. It gives you: Leather Wrapped Steering WheelWireless ChargingHeated Steering WheelHybrid Synergy DriveDoor Sill ProtectorsHeated Rear Seats8-way Power Driver SeatSoftex SeatsDriver Lumbar SupportAmbient Lighting
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Rhyme905
why not make this fully electric? Hybrids are usually top tier cars in lineups, not sure why Toyota made this bare bones. Hybrids previously from Toyota had leather, dual zone, etc but this looks like pure plastic all around. Idiots will still buy this because it looks better than a prius
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why not make this fully electric? Hybrids are usually top tier cars in lineups, not sure why Toyota made this bare bones. Hybrids previously from Toyota had leather, dual zone, etc but this looks like pure plastic all around. Idiots will still buy this because it looks better than a prius
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webcomment
Toyota skimped on sound insulation on the hybrid model to save costs and weight. That's why you can hear so much road noise and outside noise in general. I think the non-hybrid Corolla LE and XLE will be a little more quiet than the hybrid.
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Toyota skimped on sound insulation on the hybrid model to save costs and weight. That's why you can hear so much road noise and outside noise in general. I think the non-hybrid Corolla LE and XLE will be a little more quiet than the hybrid.
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