2020 Toyota Corolla Sedan

The "people's car" is kept competitively affordable with the base 2020 Corolla L-trim priced at $19,600. From there, the LE costs only marginally more at $20,050; the XLE comes in at an MSRP of $24,050. In the higher-end trims, the SE CVT is marked to sell at $22,050 while the SE 6MT will costs a fraction more, at $22,750. Finally, the top-tier XSE is available at an MSRP of $25,550. All prices are excluding Toyota's processing, handling, and delivery charge of $955 as well as any tax, registration, and licensing fees.

Compared to its predecessor, the 2020 Toyota Corolla's balance between ride quality and handling dynamics has been vastly improved by virtue of the new TNGA platform, particularly in regard to the enhanced suspension setup. Along with the sportier-tuned suspension in the SE and XSE models, the standard suspension also effectively keeps the sedans ride soft and smooth, suitably absorbing most road undulations and imperfections in its path. Its recent chassis refinement is also clear-cut, keeping the sedan well-composed, most notably around highway ramps and sharper turns. Still, the Corolla manages to remain firmly planted to the tarmac and is always easy to control. Insulation of the cabin could do with some improvement, although it's quite fine for the non-luxury segment, as road and engine noise do notably infiltrate the cabin in most rivals too.

The steering, though considerably improved from the prior model and now adequately weighted in general, feels more suited to lower speed maneuvers and is not nearly sharp or responsive enough to inspire truly enthusiastic driving. The standard brakes provide ample stopping power and are comfortably responsive for everyday drivability too. The Corolla's performance and handling capabilities have been improved, but still have nothing on compact rivals such as the Honda Civic and Mazda 3, both of whom offer far sportier and more capable dynamics. That said, however, the Corolla wasn't designed with a performance-centric appeal, but is by-design positioned within the market as one of the best passenger-oriented solutions for everyday drivers.

2020年丰田花冠edan may not be the most premium sedan or feature as a luxury family carrier, but it is most certainly a safe, practical, and reliable pick. The base 1.8-liter engine does feel underpowered for the four-door sedan; however, it's easily avoided by opting for one of the upper-level trims which don't cost considerably more. Not only does the upper-level trim's 2.0-liter engine feel better suited to the sedan in terms of acceleration, but it also performs competitively in terms of fuel economy. Regardless of the engine option, however, the ride quality delivered by the sedan is prime for a family cruiser and fares well within the segment. The 2020 Corolla received exceptional crash-test safety ratings as well, along with a Top Safety Pick allocation by the IIHS. Pair this with exceptional predicted reliability and it's a record for success. The Toyota Corolla may have a bland and predictable reputation, but the new one finally brings style and excitement into battle without compromising on the traits that made the old ones so dependable.

The range is comprehensive and quite broad, but we recommend opting for the XSE trim which costs only around $5,000 more than the base model; it offers a more powerful engine and a lot more onboard features. The 2.0-liter engine in the XSE is considerably more powerful and performs far better than the 1.8-liter version, especially in terms of acceleration and fuel economy. The XSE is also enhanced with a sportier aesthetic and various drive modes that add to the character of the vehicle in both looks and driveability. We also suggest adding the XSE Connectivity Package for the upgraded JBL audio system, navigation, and wireless charger which are worth the additional costs for superior sound and added tech.

The 2019 Honda Civic Sedan is similarly priced to the 2020 Toyota Corolla. Both sedans have good fuel economy stats that are very much on par, but the Civic impresses with its superior performance figures. It offers greater acceleration along with superior handling dynamics, while still delivering a segment-worthy ride quality. The Civic also offers greater practicality with a larger trunk capacity of 15.1 cubic feet. The Corolla receives the nod for its more contemporary tech layout and an intuitive infotainment interface, but the Civic wins back favor for its standard inclusion of Android Auto functionality. Though not selected as a Top Safety Pick like the Corolla, the Civic also received class-leading crash test safety ratings from both the NHTSA and IIHS. However, it did receive a far below-average predicted reliability rating of two-and-a-half out of five. The Honda Civic Sedan is the go-to model for those who appreciate a touch of sporty dynamics, affordability and the comfort needed for daily driving. In this comparison, it is the Civic Sedan that offers far greater value for money considering its superior powertrain, greater tech functionality, and improved practicality.

For around $4,500 more than the Corolla, shoppers can opt for the more powerful and more practical midsize Toyota Camry. Equipped with a larger 2.5-liter engine and an efficient eight-speed automatic transmission, the Camry offers greater acceleration along with similar fuel efficiency. Its larger wheelbase affords it greater in-cabin passenger room than the Corolla and better trunk capacity with 15.1 cubic feet of available space. The 2019 Toyota Camry received top crash test ratings from the NHTSA and a 2019 Top Safety Pick + designation from the IIHS, giving it one up on the Corolla. It did, however, receive a lower predicted reliability rating of four out of five. Though the Corolla has been considerably improved for 2020, the Camry offers a little more than the basics that the Corolla has. The Camry is the better all-round family vehicle and daily commuter, with comfort and convenience features that the Corolla doesn't offer - yet.