I’ve had my 2022 Corolla Hybrid for about 2 months now and put on about 1100 miles on it. I am averaging 65 MPG. I keep it in eco mode. It rides nice, the air conditioning works great, plenty of room in the trunk. Apple car play works as advertised. Very happy with my purchase
I wish more car review channels reviewed cars like this, so relaxed and fun with tons of information added literally no one has this style, but to me its the best
@@KirkKreifels Thanks for the Corolla Hybrid review I brought one and I absolutely love it and get about 68mpg driving in 72 deg F weather at 45mph on local streets; to me I did not expect that high of a gas mileage figure from something that looks and drives like a Toyota Corolla that has been electrified into the form of a gasoline hybrid; I am glad I waited before pulling the trigger and buying this Toyota Corolla Hybrid; sorry GM, Chrysler and Chevy I won't be buying any more GM vehicle products; the quality is absolutely terrible to even consider buying now and into the future and this even applies to the planned GM EV vehicle products.
It's a niche market, a lot of people (me included) want to hear the car engine scream. I'm just watching this video so I hopefully stop getting these videos in my recommended. Not even interested in hybrid or EV cars.
@@EvendimataE Toyota is moving to make a hybrid version of every vehicle it sells for this market. The Venza, the Sienna, the Lexus RX300(?) are now hybrid only. In other markets, Toyota sells a Corolla AND a Yaris as CUVs and I believe they are both available as hybrids. The idea is to eventually do away with gasoline engine only models before the end of the decade.
I agree. I would much more prefered hybrid corolla wagon from overpriced Venza or RAV4 hybrids. I believe Toyota understands it well and they don't want to hurt the sale of expensive models, hence limited options.
OMG, 750 miles on a tank of gas!!! That's amazing. What a terrific value. Will last forever too. Would like to see a hatchback version. I'm surprised that I don't see more of them on the road.
Depending on traffic conditions and drive mode, one can get up to 73.5 mpg (3.2L/100km) on this corolla hybrid. That translates to about 830 miles (1340 km) on one tank (43L) of unleaded petrol. Yes, amazing.
Love the fact that you don't go and on and on and on about how the car feels to drive. I am tired of car reviewers driving corollas/camrys/ accords/rav4 and complaining about how there is too much understeer and too little oversteer and how its so boring to drive. SO MASSIVE props for that.
My parentd currently have a 2018 Toyota Auris Hybrid here in Switzerland (was called Corolla IM in the States). It has the Mk3 Prius powertrain. Motorway, 75mph: ~ 45mpg Overland / city: ~ 52mpg Additional advantages: Toyota reliability (200'000 miles no problem) Dense Toyota dealer network No lithium battery (recourses) Filled up in 3 minutes (including payment) No direct injection (fine dust) Especially when starting 0-30mph very quickly, responds well (electrical assistance) Disadvantages (only one): Quite slow and high-reving acceleration with anything over 40mph Thanks to the low operating costs and reliability, this car is not only worthwhile for "environmentalists", but is also very reasonable, at least when gas prices are as high as 6.20USD per US gallon.
Bought a Sienna hybrid two weeks ago. Average via fueling results so no electronic dependency. MPG, 39. And the Sienna is no small vehicle but what a fantastic ride.
I rented a 2020 LE trim for two days and really liked the ride feel and interior vs the 2007 LE Corolla I had but I drive A LOT. I’m seriously considering this specific trim and generation Corolla.
I own one and you will love it, thanks to its multi link suspension in the rear with perfect 16 inch wheels. I only have 17000 miles or 27500km Canadian
From Fort Myers. It was a close call between C H and Hyundai Venue. I chose the Venue because of value and extras that you get. Better view of road and ease of getting in and out for a tall guy. I get 32 mpg in City.
@@occckid123 Nowadays, driving with the A/C ON, and the windows rolled UP your fuel mileage actually improves. I have 2 cars: a retired Police car with a V8 and a 15 year old Mustang convertible with the V6...the best the Mustang can manage is a hair under 24 mpg. The best the Crown Victoria manages? Usually 22 mpg, but on long trips it has gotten nearly 26 mpg.
@@howardkerr8174 yes on the hwy only. But the ac fan speed uses battery and reduces the battery energy that would normally be used 2 keep the engine off and in ev mode increasing gas usage.
With the potential fuel shortage during summer when we reopen, having a 66 MPG Corolla is an awesome thing to have. I am predicting $6/gallon in California.
There are quite a few models that Toyota sells elsewhere that are not available in the U.S. Just this week I read a review in the British magazine CAR about the new, range topping RAV4. It goes a bit beyond what the top-of-the-range RAV includes, tho it should, with a price that would probably PASS $50,000 here in this country.
If you ask TOYOTA USA to bring it over they will.............I asked that the Toyota 86 NOT have a sunroof and after many emails, they agreed:) You will be surprised how many requests are considered when they RECEIVE them!
You should check the mileage you get on the trip vs filling up the car to see how many gallons you used. Those Avg MPGs computers are usually off either way.
I have a 2019 Corolla hybrid euro. I really like its fuel consumption. Road noise, handling and turning radius is great too. Style vise it is best liking corolla ever. Overall it is a great car, let alone its dependability, reliability, longevity, durability and immortality.
i love this car. i drive it here on maui. when you go down the mountain, put the car in b mode, and it recharges the battery. my battery stays topped up, love it
I get around 55-57 mpg. I drive 160 miles a day. About 98% highway. 62mph is the sweet spot on Cruise control. The engine turns off and uses the hybrid mode when it’s level ground or down hill. When not using cruise control you can use the electric motor alone with the engine off, up to 70 mph BUT you have to be progressive with the gas pedal. I bought mine in July 2021, I already have 15,000 miles! No regrets. I get about 550 miles per tank. Only has a 10 gallon gas tank.
Just ordered my Corolla touring sports Last week in the UK can't wait to get it due about April 2022 test drive a year or so got 78 mpg wow my current diesel is getting 47 mpg
Not gonna lie, wish Toyota brought the “Corolla Touring Hybrid” (Wagon) from Japan. I like the Corolla Sedan but it’s not taste. As maybe/maybe not bring “Corolla Fielder” as rental fleet.
The 64 mpg was just an average. You gotta know how many fuel gallons it burned. My 2012 prius c sometimes it shows between 54 to 67 mpg but at the end of 9 gallons of fuel I divide total miles used and it comes to 52 mpg.
I have personally owned a 2020 hybrid now for over 2 years. At this moment I have 85,000 miles on it (yes I do a lot of driving) & have not seen the shop 1 time since I purchased it. I live in the mountains of West Virginia & still manage to consistently get 51-53 mpg. This may not sound that great, however it seems to be amazing considering the fact that I am always going up & down mountains. I do know that on long trips on the freeway, I will average about 56-58 mpg while going about 75mph. I honestly love this car. Is it the greatest driving car out there? No, but this is not why you buy these cars. What it is meant to be, it does a better job at than I could have ever asked for. I am very glad I purchased when I did though (before inflation went crazy). In May of 2020, I purchased it with 5500 miles on it, as a Toyota certifies vehicle for $18,500. I would say, but new if u want one, because used prices on these cars are crazy now.
The MPG gauges in Toyota's are known to be over boosted.. To get true mpg's you should have started with a full tank and then topped off to see. But no doubt it gets great MPG's!
I just watched this video now I have had my 2020 Corolla hybrid LE for 2 1/2 years and I can attest to the fuel mileage.I drive over the speed limit and I have a heavy foot and I still get 59 to 66 miles to the gallon with an EPArating of 52 Highway 53 city.In the winter in New York it gets pretty cold it does drop down to mid 50s mpg but that is still incredible that’s with the heat cranking. If I’m gentle on it I can easily get 68 to 70 every time I check my fuel mileage it has never been off by more than 2 to 4 miles per gallon my average overall since I’ve owned it has been 63 miles to the gallon over 30,000 miles. When I did the calculations to see how long it would take this car to pay for itself over the Honda Civic I had before that car got 30 miles per gallon average only based my average with the Toyota on 50 miles per gallon turns out I am well over double the miles per gallon that my civic got.This thing would blow my civics doors off as well granted that I had an older Civic 2003. With the fuel prices today at over 425 a gallon as far as I’m concerned this car was the best investment I ever made. My dealer offered to give me trade in in the last month for about $300 less than I paid for it brand new almost 3 years ago.
Hey Kirk, nice review man! I'm stunned with the mileage this thing is getting. For $25K, you can't go wrong, and you don't get the funky looks of the new Prius. Also, enjoy the FL scenery you've included, keep them coming.
It will outlast any civic guaranteed! Been driving my Red 2003' Toyota Corolla since new with no issues. I smile every time I start it up. With basic maintenance these machines run forever...
I noticed my Corolla hybrid shuts off after an hour or so of idling I take naps in my car is there a way to keep the engine running all night when I had the 2008 Prius I would sleep in there all night running the air condition it would only use like a gallon of gas how do I turn off the automatic idle shutdown
I am not a bit surprised about your mileage on your test loop! I personally am a Toyota hybrid lover, I have had several Toyota hybrids. If you drive them conservatively and keep them from going over 65 miles an hour you will get amazing mileage. My experience on the freeway the faster you drive the lower your mileage will go. #LoveToyotaHybrids
I would love to see your review of the Camry Hybrid. By the way, the small 15" wheels get better gas mileage than the larger wheel. That is True for the Tesla and other cars with different wheel sizes offered. The 20" wheels on the Tesla drop the miles available a bunch. I believe it is because of the shock absorbtion that is done by the tire before it makes the suspension move.
@@KirkKreifels The smaller the rim normally the lighter the wheel, unless the larger wheel is forged. Every bump absorbed by the deeper tire takes more energy with a shallower tire when the suspension of the car moves----All changes of direction cost energy. I like your channel, keep it up.
I don’t believe you have to worry about running the AC and having it affect fuel economy in that car because the AC runs off the lithium battery not the engine. That’s done by design so it intentionally will not affect feel economy.
It will, since the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery when it's depleted, but the impact will be less than if the AC ran with the gasoline engine.
No leather steering wheel… or is it optional? I The Corolla sedan hybrid we get in Australia is pretty much the same as the US but you guys get that nice light interior whereas we just get black… would prefer it you could get 16-17inch wheels like the Euro sedan hybrid… these 15s could be a no cost option
Great review. We need to find someone in Michigan driving 80 on highway in middle of January with -10°C with some slight hills or even in PA. Those fuel economy numbers would be interesting. FL is on the opposite spectrum, flat and warm and city driving. I have my 2022 coming in September but 95% will be done on highway 75-80mph. I'm expecting to lose at least 5-10 mpg in the winter when we hit minus temps. We'll see.
You Americans are really missing out on the Estate hybrid Corollas in Europe. And our Corollas are just basically rebadged Aurises. They also come with larger 2.0l hybrids if I'm not mistaken.
The only thing I hate about the current Corolla is the rear legroom has shrunk a lot The 11th gen Corolla 2014-19 had rear legroom that was identical to the current Honda accord
@@naveenthemachine yes you could in the camry but even then the camry isn't as big inside as it use 2 b and is worse for adults now compared 2 b4. Feels tight 4 since reason.
@@occckid123 yeah. Unfortunately that’s the reality of sedans now since everyone’s buying cuvs They’ve all become swoops in the rear but fortunately in terms of measurements, rear headroom is at the top for the Camry
I want a Corolla but my dilema is that my commute is all freeway and with my 2014 Chevy Cruze diesel i can get 650 miles on about 14 gallons of diesel. Not sure if its worth the cost of the car since my Cruze has been paid-off for several years.
Not sure about the US spec Corolla Hybrid, but the european Corolla Hybrid has a Li-Ion Battery with 746 Wh. The old NiMH battery pack was 1,3 kWh. (the 2,0l Hybrid system that's available for Corolla, and C-HR in Europe still uses a NiMH battery with around 1,4 kWh, not sure why Toyota kept the NiMH-battery there)
Hello. I have a question. My commute involves merging into highways often. I’m afraid this might be too slow to merge into highways. Is that something to be genuinely scared about ?
Fuel economy is nice, but I don't live for fuel economy. When I need to pass on a 2-lane road or drive at higher elevations in the Western U.S., this kind of lackluster performance is unacceptable. Hopefully, Toyota's upcoming Corolla Cross Hybrid will rectify this, while maintaining excellent mpg (as the Camry Hybrid does).
For MPGs, you need to fill up the tank, make the trip and then refill....calculate. The dash is often wrong on cars. I'm sure it was still 60+ though which is impressive.
@@KirkKreifels yep. That is spectacular. I have a 2001 Honda Insight so I know all about mpgs. Wish this was a hatchback. Also, that 0 to 60 was horrible. Specifically the first 2 seconds of it the car didnt even looks like it moved
I get 60 or more miles per gallon with my 2021 Corolla Hybrid, short trips get lower miles per gal 45 to 55. I use power mode and EV mode combined. The EV kicks in when the speed levels out after acceleration has stopped. If you don't have ev mode, that sucks. The eco mode just makes the gas pedal stiffer, is doesn't do anything to affect gas economy other than making your foot push harder to increase your speed.
I have one as well. from 99rav4 to 21corollaHybrid. I also love when cruising on highway and it will literally drive itself as long the paint on the road is visible. you never tried power mode acceleration?
The Corolla sedan is what Prius should've looked like a long time ago. The wagon here in Europe also looks quite nice, and gets the 180hp 2-liter hybrid powertrain as an option.
Yes the EPA fuel test numbers are pretty identical but the Corolla in real life crushes those EPA numbers. I can vouch for them too. In a 70 percent highway 70MPH drive....not the hybrid strong area...I got 64.8 MPG off the first tank and not too much babying for fuel economy. I would like to live with the larger Camry Hybrid for a couple weeks too.
He keeps talking about how great Florida is but he's also here in the nicest time of year. I want to see how his opinion changes once we get into the heat, humidity, and thunderstorms (and maybe hurricanes) of the summer
@@aternateus5835 Depends on where in Florida you are talking about. The center of Florida has some gently rolling hills. Once you get south of Interstate 4, tho, it is all downhill and flat as a tabletop. And yes, I live here too. Late October to mid May it is decent, then the storms start to come with some regularity for a few months. Tho, when I lived here in the 70s it seemed that late May through the end of June was the extent of the " rainy season ".
@@howardkerr8174 I lived in winter garden for sometime as well..the only hill basically in FL, FL used to be great until the tolls went up everywhere, everyone started moving in and the price of housing and food skyrocketed
i get like 55mpg in 55F by not caring about battery and leaving full battery for another day so car would warmup without revving for a mile while it runs out of battery also if u put A/C on higher temp than outside engine will keep being on till it has enough heat in system to give u warm breeze.
I’ve had my 2022 Corolla Hybrid for about 2 months now and put on about 1100 miles on it. I am averaging 65 MPG. I keep it in eco mode. It rides nice, the air conditioning works great, plenty of room in the trunk. Apple car play works as advertised. Very happy with my purchase
I wish more car review channels reviewed cars like this, so relaxed and fun with tons of information added literally no one has this style, but to me its the best
Robin, thank you so much for the kind words :) Much more coming.
@@KirkKreifels Thanks for the Corolla Hybrid review I brought one and I absolutely love it and get about 68mpg driving in 72 deg F weather at 45mph on local streets; to me I did not expect that high of a gas mileage figure from something that looks and drives like a Toyota Corolla that has been electrified into the form of a gasoline hybrid; I am glad I waited before pulling the trigger and buying this Toyota Corolla Hybrid; sorry GM, Chrysler and Chevy I won't be buying any more GM vehicle products; the quality is absolutely terrible to even consider buying now and into the future and this even applies to the planned GM EV vehicle products.
It's a niche market, a lot of people (me included) want to hear the car engine scream. I'm just watching this video so I hopefully stop getting these videos in my recommended. Not even interested in hybrid or EV cars.
A hybrid sport touring wagon would be added to my Toyota collection for sure if it was available here in the U.S.
i want a wagon or a cross too... more flexible cargo space
@@EvendimataE
Toyota is moving to make a hybrid version of every vehicle it sells for this market. The Venza, the Sienna, the Lexus RX300(?) are now hybrid only.
In other markets, Toyota sells a Corolla AND a Yaris as CUVs and I believe they are both available as hybrids.
The idea is to eventually do away with gasoline engine only models before the end of the decade.
I agree. I would much more prefered hybrid corolla wagon from overpriced Venza or RAV4 hybrids. I believe Toyota understands it well and they don't want to hurt the sale of expensive models, hence limited options.
!00%. For compact size vehicle which is designed for city use, wagon is a must for those who put practicality as their priority.
Great review! I am sold.
of course! thanks 👍
OMG, 750 miles on a tank of gas!!! That's amazing. What a terrific value. Will last forever too. Would like to see a hatchback version. I'm surprised that I don't see more of them on the road.
They're an overlooked gem for sure!
Depending on traffic conditions and drive mode, one can get up to 73.5 mpg (3.2L/100km) on this corolla hybrid. That translates to about 830 miles (1340 km) on one tank (43L) of unleaded petrol. Yes, amazing.
They have a hybrid version of the Corolla hatchback in Great Britain, so it would not be too hard to get it in the U.S.A!!
Love the fact that you don't go and on and on and on about how the car feels to drive. I am tired of car reviewers driving corollas/camrys/ accords/rav4 and complaining about how there is too much understeer and too little oversteer and how its so boring to drive. SO MASSIVE props for that.
My parentd currently have a 2018 Toyota Auris Hybrid here in Switzerland (was called Corolla IM in the States). It has the Mk3 Prius powertrain.
Motorway, 75mph: ~ 45mpg
Overland / city: ~ 52mpg
Additional advantages:
Toyota reliability (200'000 miles no problem)
Dense Toyota dealer network
No lithium battery (recourses)
Filled up in 3 minutes (including payment)
No direct injection (fine dust)
Especially when starting 0-30mph very quickly, responds well (electrical assistance)
Disadvantages (only one):
Quite slow and high-reving acceleration with anything over 40mph
Thanks to the low operating costs and reliability, this car is not only worthwhile for "environmentalists", but is also very reasonable, at least when gas prices are as high as 6.20USD per US gallon.
Great video by the way!!
Thank you very much and also I love how the Auris/iM look!
10 second 0-60 not bad for what it is on a fuel saver vehicle. Slow was my Chevy Aveo that did 12 second 0-60 runs and rarely saw 30mpg.
Bought a Sienna hybrid two weeks ago. Average via fueling results so no electronic dependency. MPG, 39. And the Sienna is no small vehicle but what a fantastic ride.
Can’t wait to get a Toyota Hybrid. I’ve wanted one for awhile.
As a fellow Toyota fan, I'm pleased to hear your passion for Toyota products, like when you said "oof that's a nice LS430 right there" made me grin
I rented a 2020 LE trim for two days and really liked the ride feel and interior vs the 2007 LE Corolla I had but I drive A LOT. I’m seriously considering this specific trim and generation Corolla.
I own one and you will love it, thanks to its multi link suspension in the rear with perfect 16 inch wheels. I only have 17000 miles or 27500km Canadian
From Fort Myers. It was a close call between C H and Hyundai Venue. I chose the Venue because of value and extras that you get. Better view of road and ease of getting in and out for a tall guy. I get 32 mpg in City.
Hi neighbor! Thanks for sharing. Hope you enjoy your Venue for many years to come!
If you get 32mpg city then you don't live in nyc lol :) you'll probably get about 26mpg if you drove easy and kept the ac off.
@@occckid123 I'm in Fort Myers, Fl. with the air on always. We have overbuilt like crazy and the roads are clogged up all the time.
@@occckid123
Nowadays, driving with the A/C ON, and the windows rolled UP your fuel mileage actually improves. I have 2 cars: a retired Police car with a V8 and a 15 year old Mustang convertible with the V6...the best the Mustang can manage is a hair under 24 mpg. The best the Crown Victoria manages? Usually 22 mpg, but on long trips it has gotten nearly 26 mpg.
@@howardkerr8174 yes on the hwy only. But the ac fan speed uses battery and reduces the battery energy that would normally be used 2 keep the engine off and in ev mode increasing gas usage.
I love the switch to a nature channel.
Haha more will come I'm sure!
With the potential fuel shortage during summer when we reopen, having a 66 MPG Corolla is an awesome thing to have. I am predicting $6/gallon in California.
Damn I'm just buying an EV if they go up to $10 a gallon here. Average in California is $3.90 / gallon
if it passes $5 a gallon, it might be a necessity here...
@Potato lol
A year ahead you were
It would be nice if we could get a 2.0L Hybrid Corolla Hatchback in the US like they get in Europe.
There are quite a few models that Toyota sells elsewhere that are not available in the U.S. Just this week I read a review in the British magazine CAR about the new, range topping RAV4. It goes a bit beyond what the top-of-the-range RAV includes, tho it should, with a price that would probably PASS $50,000 here in this country.
If you ask TOYOTA USA to bring it over they will.............I asked that the Toyota 86 NOT have a sunroof and after many emails, they agreed:) You will be surprised how many requests are considered when they RECEIVE them!
toyota hybrids are literally perfect, as long as you don't need to haul shit or haul ass.
Florida, America’s Australia
Hahaha close enough.
I would like to see a Toyota Corolla hybrid model released in Korea as well. There are many customers looking for Toyota Corolla in Korea as well.
Accent sounded pretty good! If people didn’t know you already, I think they would’ve been convinced.
Thanks Baron!
Sorry. But as an Aussie it was not good.
You should check the mileage you get on the trip vs filling up the car to see how many gallons you used. Those Avg MPGs computers are usually off either way.
I have a 2019 Corolla hybrid euro. I really like its fuel consumption. Road noise, handling and turning radius is great too. Style vise it is best liking corolla ever. Overall it is a great car, let alone its dependability, reliability, longevity, durability and immortality.
Thats the screen from the XSE corolla. Wish Toyota would bring the wagon with the Hybrid to the US.
Haha, love the Bogan Mate! Hello from Perth Australia (The home of the Bogan)
Hi Mate!!! I'd love to visit Perth one day. The water in western AUS is gorgeous!!!
i love this car. i drive it here on maui. when you go down the mountain, put the car in b mode, and it recharges the battery. my battery stays topped up, love it
I feel like sitting on a lawn and watching cars pass by with Kirk would be hilarious as we geek out on sweet cars that drive by
I get around 55-57 mpg. I drive 160 miles a day. About 98% highway. 62mph is the sweet spot on Cruise control. The engine turns off and uses the hybrid mode when it’s level ground or down hill. When not using cruise control you can use the electric motor alone with the engine off, up to 70 mph BUT you have to be progressive with the gas pedal. I bought mine in July 2021, I already have 15,000 miles! No regrets. I get about 550 miles per tank. Only has a 10 gallon gas tank.
What state are you in? I know temp has a big effect on mpg. Did you ever try 75-80 mph on the highway and if so what kind of mpg were you getting? TIA
Just ordered my Corolla touring sports Last week in the UK can't wait to get it due about April 2022 test drive a year or so got 78 mpg wow my current diesel is getting 47 mpg
Kirk you're such a dad, reviewing corollas and such. -Fist bump- !!
I still get turned on when I see a LS 400 & LS 430 lol
I dig the 430, have a 500.
@@InternetDude Lucky / Hardworking Bastard
@@InternetDude i love both of them
Kirk, I am confident the Corolla eAWD wagon currently sold in Japan is their best Hybrid.
I wish we got that!!!
really love the format of your video here. thank you for the cool ride along with plenty of well delivered information.
cheers from california!
austin
Not gonna lie, wish Toyota brought the “Corolla Touring Hybrid” (Wagon) from Japan. I like the Corolla Sedan but it’s not taste. As maybe/maybe not bring “Corolla Fielder” as rental fleet.
Why can't toyota offer the hybrid in the corolla hatchback.
Because Prius exists still:
The 64 mpg was just an average. You gotta know how many fuel gallons it burned. My 2012 prius c sometimes it shows between 54 to 67 mpg but at the end of 9 gallons of fuel I divide total miles used and it comes to 52 mpg.
well average is the right presentation in this context
I have personally owned a 2020 hybrid now for over 2 years. At this moment I have 85,000 miles on it (yes I do a lot of driving) & have not seen the shop 1 time since I purchased it. I live in the mountains of West Virginia & still manage to consistently get 51-53 mpg. This may not sound that great, however it seems to be amazing considering the fact that I am always going up & down mountains. I do know that on long trips on the freeway, I will average about 56-58 mpg while going about 75mph. I honestly love this car. Is it the greatest driving car out there? No, but this
is not why you buy these cars. What it is meant to be, it does a better job at than I could have ever asked for. I am very glad I purchased when I did though (before inflation went crazy). In May of 2020, I purchased it with 5500 miles on it, as a Toyota certifies vehicle for $18,500. I would say, but new if u want one, because used prices on these cars are crazy now.
I live in Sweden and getting the Corolla gr sport plus today 🙌
And also, thanks for the awesome video!
Good review KIrk. The scenary is breath taking. Hope you and the fam are keeping safe. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Moe! You'll see a lot more scenery coming.
The MPG gauges in Toyota's are known to be over boosted.. To get true mpg's you should have started with a full tank and then topped off to see. But no doubt it gets great MPG's!
I just watched this video now I have had my 2020 Corolla hybrid LE for 2 1/2 years and I can attest to the fuel mileage.I drive over the speed limit and I have a heavy foot and I still get 59 to 66 miles to the gallon with an EPArating of 52 Highway 53 city.In the winter in New York it gets pretty cold it does drop down to mid 50s mpg but that is still incredible that’s with the heat cranking. If I’m gentle on it I can easily get 68 to 70 every time I check my fuel mileage it has never been off by more than 2 to 4 miles per gallon my average overall since I’ve owned it has been 63 miles to the gallon over 30,000 miles. When I did the calculations to see how long it would take this car to pay for itself over the Honda Civic I had before that car got 30 miles per gallon average only based my average with the Toyota on 50 miles per gallon turns out I am well over double the miles per gallon that my civic got.This thing would blow my civics doors off as well granted that I had an older Civic 2003. With the fuel prices today at over 425 a gallon as far as I’m concerned this car was the best investment I ever made. My dealer offered to give me trade in in the last month for about $300 less than I paid for it brand new almost 3 years ago.
My 2003 Camry was a Barcelona red. Great color. I currently have an older corolla. My Camry died in 2018. Had it for 14 years. Great cars
My 2021 corolla hybrid in texas is 40 to 44mpg. 0-70- stop sign. Louisiana 60+mpg.
Love the reviews
Thank you!!!
Hey Kirk, nice review man! I'm stunned with the mileage this thing is getting. For $25K, you can't go wrong, and you don't get the funky looks of the new Prius. Also, enjoy the FL scenery you've included, keep them coming.
Thanks Michael! FL is great! More coming :)
Kirk you are driving the best car on the road, just love it already!
after driving an 8th gen civic for 14 years, i'm about to pull the trigger on this corolla. Hopefully it last me longer than 15 years
Of course it will, it's a toyota not a Chevy
It will outlast any civic guaranteed!
Been driving my Red 2003' Toyota Corolla since new with no issues. I smile every time I start it up. With basic maintenance these machines run forever...
I definitely need 52 to 66 miles per gallon where I live some people drive a very long way to work .wish the hybrid had uplevel options
I've got the Toyota Corolla hybrid estate. Getting 70 mpg all day long. 2019 model.
Love your hat Kirk
I noticed my Corolla hybrid shuts off after an hour or so of idling I take naps in my car is there a way to keep the engine running all night when I had the 2008 Prius I would sleep in there all night running the air condition it would only use like a gallon of gas how do I turn off the automatic idle shutdown
I am not a bit surprised about your mileage on your test loop! I personally am a Toyota hybrid lover, I have had several Toyota hybrids. If you drive them conservatively and keep them from going over 65 miles an hour you will get amazing mileage. My experience on the freeway the faster you drive the lower your mileage will go. #LoveToyotaHybrids
Thanks Kevin! Can't wait to test more
I would love to see your review of the Camry Hybrid. By the way, the small 15" wheels get better gas mileage than the larger wheel. That is True for the Tesla and other cars with different wheel sizes offered. The 20" wheels on the Tesla drop the miles available a bunch. I believe it is because of the shock absorbtion that is done by the tire before it makes the suspension move.
Good point! Also a flatter surface (more tire) may be more aerodynamic? Also could be a narrower, lighter tire.
@@KirkKreifels The smaller the rim normally the lighter the wheel, unless the larger wheel is forged. Every bump absorbed by the deeper tire takes more energy with a shallower tire when the suspension of the car moves----All changes of direction cost energy. I like your channel, keep it up.
The AC compressor is driven with an electric motor so no drag on the engine to effect MPG 🤔
It drains the traction battery which affects MPG
Anyone think the corolla hatchback hybrid will come to the US??
Very unlikely.
This video was great, love the Australian kirk . Lol
Thanks mate!
Kryki!
Good information! Is Corolla LE Model the same as ZR model in Australia ?
Toyota’s for life
Thank you for this looking to possibly purchase one later this year.
I don’t believe you have to worry about running the AC and having it affect fuel economy in that car because the AC runs off the lithium battery not the engine. That’s done by design so it intentionally will not affect feel economy.
It will, since the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery when it's depleted, but the impact will be less than if the AC ran with the gasoline engine.
Looks like a stripped down budget vehicle. How about adding a sporty hybrid Corolla trim that isn't so obviously bottom tier?
Enjoying your review from Spain! I have Toyota Corolla Touring Sports and it's amazing but a bit noisy at 120km/h.
Thanks for tuning in! Muchas gracias
Great review, real world mileage, Kirk. I think you may have missed mentioning something important; this thing is made in Japan.
yes! It is one of the few 🌋⛩️🇯🇵🗾 still imported.
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I may be wrong, but I believe that the NON 1.8 model Corollas are built in Japan while the 1.8 models are built in North America.
@@howardkerr8174 Are the 2.0L D4S sedans built in NA? I know for sure that the hatchback is built in Japan.
@@howardkerr8174 The Corolla Hybrid is built in Japan
No leather steering wheel… or is it optional? I
The Corolla sedan hybrid we get in Australia is pretty much the same as the US but you guys get that nice light interior whereas we just get black… would prefer it you could get 16-17inch wheels like the Euro sedan hybrid… these 15s could be a no cost option
No leather wheel
Hey Kirk when will you review the new Elantra?
The new Elantra is 2" shorter. Not good for a tall guy but a great car. Had a 2018 and now a Venue.
@@thinkabout602 the venue is a really good hatchback small and versatile
th-cam.com/video/iCK0Vw8h8V8/w-d-xo.html I already did mate!
Great review. We need to find someone in Michigan driving 80 on highway in middle of January with -10°C with some slight hills or even in PA. Those fuel economy numbers would be interesting. FL is on the opposite spectrum, flat and warm and city driving. I have my 2022 coming in September but 95% will be done on highway 75-80mph. I'm expecting to lose at least 5-10 mpg in the winter when we hit minus temps. We'll see.
You Americans are really missing out on the Estate hybrid Corollas in Europe. And our Corollas are just basically rebadged Aurises. They also come with larger 2.0l hybrids if I'm not mistaken.
Good morning Kirk!!!
Good morning!
As someone who’s born and raised in Florida, it’s kinda funny to see you act like a tourist lol
The 2023 mpg I’m getting is 56.1 but that extra power is definitely worth the less bit of mpgs
Yep... Puts my 2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid to shame (54 mpg average).
North Virginia, DC area.
Toyota corolla needs a refresh soon. The new civic has been revealed and the elantra has better improvements.
Nice Australian accent kirk
Isn't it usually 5 years for a new model to come out? The 2020 came out in spring 2019.
Thanks Jaden!
@@thundergato84 he meant a facelift, which should be soon
@@thundergato84 we should see a refresh for 2023
About to watch. But first, congrats on the gaining number of subscribers! Well deserved!!!
Greg! Thank you for all the kind words. Much success coming your way :)
@@KirkKreifels Thank you! Same to you!
good one brou, you're Dr. Igor Levy-Reis, MD ? jajaja, love your videos
The real stunner for me was when you informed us that the A/C was blowing the entire time - wow! ~8^o
1.Florida is flat so its not like you are driving up hills. 2. Its around 70-80 degrees which is optimal for Prius batteries.
Yes. Conditions are favorable here for good fuel economy
The only thing I hate about the current Corolla is the rear legroom has shrunk a lot
The 11th gen Corolla 2014-19 had rear legroom that was identical to the current Honda accord
the hatchback is even less
Yea its a shame..4 adults can fit great in the older generation. Now? Not so much.
@@occckid123 Fortunately I’m able to fit adults in my 2020 Camry. Yeah headroom is a bit lacking but so are all sedans these days
@@naveenthemachine yes you could in the camry but even then the camry isn't as big inside as it use 2 b and is worse for adults now compared 2 b4. Feels tight 4 since reason.
@@occckid123 yeah. Unfortunately that’s the reality of sedans now since everyone’s buying cuvs
They’ve all become swoops in the rear but fortunately in terms of measurements, rear headroom is at the top for the Camry
I want a Corolla but my dilema is that my commute is all freeway and with my 2014 Chevy Cruze diesel i can get 650 miles on about 14 gallons of diesel. Not sure if its worth the cost of the car since my Cruze has been paid-off for several years.
Not sure about the US spec Corolla Hybrid, but the european Corolla Hybrid has a Li-Ion Battery with 746 Wh. The old NiMH battery pack was 1,3 kWh. (the 2,0l Hybrid system that's available for Corolla, and C-HR in Europe still uses a NiMH battery with around 1,4 kWh, not sure why Toyota kept the NiMH-battery there)
Hello. I have a question. My commute involves merging into highways often. I’m afraid this might be too slow to merge into highways. Is that something to be genuinely scared about ?
Fuel economy is nice, but I don't live for fuel economy. When I need to pass on a 2-lane road or drive at higher elevations in the Western U.S., this kind of lackluster performance is unacceptable. Hopefully, Toyota's upcoming Corolla Cross Hybrid will rectify this, while maintaining excellent mpg (as the Camry Hybrid does).
For MPGs, you need to fill up the tank, make the trip and then refill....calculate. The dash is often wrong on cars. I'm sure it was still 60+ though which is impressive.
Yeah this is true. I've heard the computer for this car is about 2mpg above what is actual. Still over 60! 🙂
@@KirkKreifels yep. That is spectacular. I have a 2001 Honda Insight so I know all about mpgs. Wish this was a hatchback. Also, that 0 to 60 was horrible. Specifically the first 2 seconds of it the car didnt even looks like it moved
This car also has a large trunk area. Much larger than my 2013 Camry hybrid.
toyota please bring the wagon or cross version to usa please
Could you explain how Toyota's hydrogen ICE works ? U saw the video don't you Kirk ?
I get 60 or more miles per gallon with my 2021 Corolla Hybrid, short trips get lower miles per gal 45 to 55. I use power mode and EV mode combined. The EV kicks in when the speed levels out after acceleration has stopped. If you don't have ev mode, that sucks. The eco mode just makes the gas pedal stiffer, is doesn't do anything to affect gas economy other than making your foot push harder to increase your speed.
I also couldn't overlook the '62 Cadillac on your left at the 13:00 mark.
Yes! I see it parked there all the time ☺️
I have one as well. from 99rav4 to 21corollaHybrid.
I also love when cruising on highway and it will literally drive itself as long the paint on the road is visible.
you never tried power mode acceleration?
I had it in power for the 0-60 runs 🙂
The Corolla sedan is what Prius should've looked like a long time ago. The wagon here in Europe also looks quite nice, and gets the 180hp 2-liter hybrid powertrain as an option.
Considering buying one, been looking this week, Loved your review.
Thank you
Good luck on the hunt!
Awesome review! Was the final mpg reading with doing the 0-60 times as well? If so that’s really impressive
Have a test on the Camry LE Hybrid. The base camry hybrid is a much faster car and have almost same fuel rating as the corolla.
Yes the EPA fuel test numbers are pretty identical but the Corolla in real life crushes those EPA numbers. I can vouch for them too. In a 70 percent highway 70MPH drive....not the hybrid strong area...I got 64.8 MPG off the first tank and not too much babying for fuel economy. I would like to live with the larger Camry Hybrid for a couple weeks too.
Do you have the original hybrid battery in your Prius? I know several people that had their battery replaced at 11 or 12 years regardless of mileage.
Yes. It only has 52k miles.
Hope to see you review the es300h
Great vid and info.! Thanks.
He keeps talking about how great Florida is but he's also here in the nicest time of year. I want to see how his opinion changes once we get into the heat, humidity, and thunderstorms (and maybe hurricanes) of the summer
I've been in Florida for many summers 2011-2017. I still love it.
It's also completely flat no hills at all.
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Depends on where in Florida you are talking about. The center of Florida has some gently rolling hills. Once you get south of Interstate 4, tho, it is all downhill and flat as a tabletop.
And yes, I live here too. Late October to mid May it is decent, then the storms start to come with some regularity for a few months. Tho, when I lived here in the 70s it seemed that late May through the end of June was the extent of the " rainy season ".
@@howardkerr8174 I lived in winter garden for sometime as well..the only hill basically in FL, FL used to be great until the tolls went up everywhere, everyone started moving in and the price of housing and food skyrocketed
@@KirkKreifels I guess I just dislike FL in general and feel stuck here, so it takes some effort to see why someone would like the "sunshine" state
Hi Kirk, nice review 👍. Are you still using the original hybrid battery on your Prius or you needed to change it? Thank you.
I saw the Corolla Hybrid apprear on the list of slowest cars, so how did this car manage to outslow the Prius?
i get like 55mpg in 55F by not caring about battery and leaving full battery for another day so car would warmup without revving for a mile while it runs out of battery also if u put A/C on higher temp than outside engine will keep being on till it has enough heat in system to give u warm breeze.
Those are wheel covers over ALLOY wheels.
Lol loved how you just pan away from the red corolla to film that blue dragonfly. Great video buddy 👍 👏.
If you’re going to mpg reviews look for tfl to set the bar