2020 Toyota Corolla XSE Reviewed - Finally More than Minimum?
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- čas přidán 1. 08. 2024
- The 2020 Toyota Corolla is all new and it packs in some really great features never seen on an economy sedan. How does it drive and do the features really add up to a compelling drive? Ryan drives the new Corolla to give his verdict on this popular commuter car.
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This new Corolla really is incredible, even on base trim! It is the best thing to happen for rental cars and long drives ,I absolutely hate turning it in!
That lane trace assist is a game changer.
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I leased a Corolla XSE 4-door 1½ months ago and love it. In fairness, my XSE does not have the optional navigation and JBL sound system, so my sticker price, after all weather floor liners and wheel locks, stayed at 26,821. I just felt like the extra standard equipment was worth the jump from SE to XSE. I figured if I was going from my BMW X1 to a Carolla, I wanted to at least enjoy the top trim level. It's comfortable and enjoyable to drive. It's still not my BMW in a few important ways, like it's powertrain, but the standard safety features along with the MUCH more comfortable interior makes up for that is spades. I truly enjoy my Corolla.
Great video. We bought a 2021 used XSE with only 5,700 miles a few days ago. I would have bought a Camry SE probably, but my fiance had a strong preference for a smaller car. The larger dimensions of a Camry made her uncomfortable driving. She also had a strong preference for an automatic even though she knows how to drive a manual. Getting a top trim Corolla was what we decided upon. We love it. I agree with everything you said. I'm not a young guy buying my first car (I'm 55 yo - omg!), but we view cars as mostly transportation so getting anything higher end doesn't make sense in our opinion. Anyway, we love all of the features of the XSE Corolla with the optional JBL premium sound system and Qi wireless charger. Once I heard the JBL system in a Corolla it became a must have option as we began shopping. I love listening to classical music and classic rock, and my fiance loves jazz and the system sounds fantastic. My only modest disappointment is the cabin noise. There is a fair amount of road noise that comes into the cabin. That's where even lower trim Camry has a substantial advantage. Engine noise is not noticeable unless one really steps on the accelerator. I wonder if there are after market options to reduce cabin noise since I'm so OCD about it. We'll see. When I replace tires I will research and buy tires with highest ratings for noise transmission. Those stats are available on consumerreports.com and elsewhere. I had a nice Camry previously that I drove over 200,000 miles and I hope that this Corolla is as reliable. I love Toyota and Honda for their reliability. Great review!
I am no expert but smaller rim with bigger rubber tires would help with the noise and increases the fuel efficiency that is why lower end Toyota's have that better.
I drive a 2011 Lexus and that car is practically noise free due to a lot of cushioning inside the door panels. you could probably do it yourself watching some CZcams videos. I just signed up to buy a new XSE from the dealer and the wait time is 2-3 months and to be delivered from the factory. I thought that is crazy, but it worth the wait. I am about 40yo and love new sporty cars but having my experience with Lexus and Toyota it is absolutely no brainier, the used model does not depreciate so anyone buying it made the right choice.
I subscribe because of your objectivity instead of negativity. Too many CZcams reviewers are overly negative as though they build or design cars. Refreshing!
I’m happy I just got mines ♥️
I like the front lights!!
This is a good, high quality car all over.
If you're a good negotiator, you can pick up an XSE trim Corolla for around $25,500 in California. Only a fool would pay $29,000.
The average MSRP is around $24,500
@@squidproquo2241 Exactly, I just got an SE for 20.5!
Good job toyota you built a good looking sporty carolla now just figure out a way to beef up the HP another 25-30hp and you really have a winner on your hands
A couple of months ago I bought a 2020 SE with the 6 spd manual. I have owned many cars, including sports cars. I tell you, this Corolla is so much fun to drive. I bought it because I wanted the manual tranny. I love it!!!!!!
SE manual for enthusiasts and Hybrid for commuters.
I agree with you, I want more control over the motor so I would get the se manual. I like having a sunroof so I would option that in. This car is on my short list, I really like it’s looks and the corolla reliability.
I gave it a thumbs up (however I do like your other videos) because of the #savethemanuals... Love it!!!
Do you think Toyota will eventually make the XSE sedan model in a manual? I know the SE comes with a manual, but I’d like extra features of XSE. Thanks.
I am a big fan of your channel and i'm watching it from india😻😻🥰
"30 grand am I out of my mind." I keep singing that
My dealership always tries calling me to upgrade my ‘17 SE. I’m surprised the XSE model costs this much now. The new SE only comes with cloth seat. You have to upgrade to this model to get the Softex. I would probably look into other vehicles at that price point.
New Corolla looks great. Too bad they screwed up the wagon and tried it to make is stylish instead of usable. Anyway, my parents still drive 20 y.o. Corolla and it is reliable ;)
The wagon is the least screwed up of the 3 body styles.
I simply would not buy a Corolla for $30k but I might consider the lesser SE model with a manual transmission (SE 6MT) that has a MSRP of $22,650 plus. Also for the record, a XSE starts at $25,450 MSRP in the US.
Wish this had FULL time all wheel drive like the Crosstrek. So I chose a 6mt premium Crosstrek
Totally agree 💯
...just as "quick" and available in better colors.
BS you are hater and that's why you never pleased with high quality Toyota's
@@squidproquo2241 FYI, I love everything about Toyota, but their prices is not Same as Affordable as Subaru. Toyota is the World Top Picks in Quality. WHY you are Complaining.. ????
lmao how the hell do you compare this to a crosstrek?? 😂
anyone that would dare compare a Hyundai to a toyota has never owned a toyota or they wouldn't make such foolish comparisons. I tell everyone the same thing, go try out as many 10 year old cars you want and then jump into a 10 year old toyota...what you will feel is a quality car under you that has had minimal repairs done. I just sold my 2010 xrs corolla ( very fun car ) and replaced nothing but brake pads and rotors over 339000kms.
$30k I could get a nice Hyundai Elantra GT N-like hatchback with auto hold, cooled seats and more space and a turbo 🤷🏻♂️
Yes, and that's how you define a junk.
No thanks stick with Toyota
@@chank2626 could not agree more, I own the exact car in this video and it is truly amazing! I tried out a 2020 camry se and bought the corolla. I drove my 2010 corolla xrs for 11 years and it was still great when I sold it last week.
Paul Stanley i have this exact car too! but mine is that celestite metallic grey color 😁
So let me just say this!!! Personally I'm a Honda guy I drive a 2004 Honda Accord V6 6 speed with the hfp package Honda factory performance only one of 500 ever made pretty quick little car and then I have a 95 Civic Coupe that's a fully built car I take to the track I mean built block built head roll cage racing seats harnesses every piece of suspension upgraded you name it always been a Honda guy
My uncle is now in his mid forties as a wife and kids hasn't had a fun car in a long time he wanted to get a Subaru WRX STI unfortunately the wife just wasn't going for it because she needed to drive it once in awhile even though she has her own vehicle and she can't drive manual
Poor guy he ended up deciding on a Corolla but he didn't want to go with the plane Jane model he wanted to still have some fun so he ended up getting the xse WITH EVERY SINGLE OPTION THEY CAME WITH
Wanted to make it a little more fun for him since I know it's a fun car but he was still disappointed he didn't get the car he wanted so I went and got the best cold air intake on the market for it he now has k&n cold air intake borla cat back exhaust and a header AKA downpipe and there's now a shop here that chips and tunes the computers and he's gained over 30 HP and the thing is much more peppy and much more fun to drive and actually sounds really really good with those bolt-on modifications not like a racy fart can tin exhaust that you typically think of 4 cylinder would sound like modified it actually sounds really good
Although it may not keep up with my V6 6-speed Accord Coupe manual with bolt-ons it did however give my Civic a run for its money when it still had the single overhead cam 1.6 with intake headers exhaust bigger intake manifold bigger throttle body bigger fuel injectors bigger fuel pump computer chipped in tuned and actually kept up with it and gave it a run for its money before I tore the motor apart and completely rebuilt it from the ground up with high comp Pistons better rods better bearings high comp valve springs retainers stage 3 cam etc
Overall it will say this even though it's not the coolest car out there if you're stuck with a commuter car if you get the manual it would be the best one but it if you can't get the xse throw intake at her exhaust on it get the computer chipped in tuned tint the windows some coilovers for it and you can make these pretty damn fun little daily drivers you won't be the fastest thing out there but you will have some serious fun and give a few cars a run for their money from red light to red light around similar horsepower numbers
unfortunately in Canada we can't get the JBL sound system … I don't know whether I would choose the Corolla over the Civic.
... just get the JBL Bass Pro Hub powered 11" sub that fits into spare tire well. Connect to your existing speaker wires to the high level inputs, connect to the battery and you have a nice sub in the trunk and you keep your trunk space...for just under $400 or cheaper...
I am in sask and there was a JBL sound system option
And why is that?? They also don’t come with auto on and off headlights on the le model in Canada . And they also have those dang cartridge refill oil filters only in Canada . Why?
But the Canadian spec SE manual is much better equipped than its American counterpart. Manual Canadian SE has BSM, heated seats,etc. Plus if you like visiting your local tire shop a lot, you can upgrade to the SE improved package and get those cool big wheels. I did not, roads in QC are quite horrible and I really dislike going to the tire shop 😅
@@K03sport wow 2 yrs later and I’m seeing this comment! I’ve seen a ton of people put speakers in the trunk but takes up a ton of space that I would normally use, I’ll probably try what you’re recommending
Not a huge Toyota fan because they’re designs are typically to boring. However I think they actually did a pretty good job with this one. I still like the Civic more but credit is due. Plus it’ll last forever.
This is a high quality car and it is much more comfortable than a Civic with almost similar performance.
Could you please review the Hyundai Sonata just for comparison
We have a request in for one already. No date set yet, however.
@@drivingsports Thanks
Hyundai Sonata = perpetual JUNK
Toyota Corolla = Eve high quality product
There is yoru comparison.
Also if I am looking for a manual I would probably put the Civic SI at the top of my list, new for around $26k.
Honestly about the same size as the last gen Camry
Indeed Corolla is a good car..
While in Norway a hybrid corolla is 45k usd
In Norway a service sector worker makes 3 times as much as an American doing the same job and receives 5 weeks vacation. Did I mention the comparative prevalence tall blonde women?
Great vehicle. I recommend the SE trim to save money and still get the better engine.
Agreed.
doesn't the legacy and sonata offer lane centering for far less than 29k...yes they do
Then go buy a Legacy but Sonata may offer the world yet can't change from being a junk to a reliable solid product.
Does the automatic has remote start
no remote start. and its not an automatic. its cvt
Toyota of Seattle Toyota XSE internet new inventory price $27,473
Spokane Valley Toyota Toyota XSE new inventory price $26,127
Magic Toyota Toyota XSE new inventory price $27,118
These are the highest priced Corolla XSE's in the inventories.
I want a TOASTER with wheels. Not only that, I want one that will go for the next 10 years with almost no problems. The Corolla is my kind of car!
If only Toyota put the 2.5l engine in the Corolla
Toyota Corolla is trying to Compete with Honda Civic in Style and it looks very good....... but the Price ...... WOW.!!. really ??
So you want the best reliability for cheap LOL! Go buy a Sonata and the worst reliability for 2K less
“Do you not have a pulse? The Toyota Corolla is for you!” - Laughs in a Mazda 3 and Honda Civic that doesn’t cost $30,000😅
Honda Civic Touring: $28,805
Mazda3 Premium: $27,745
Yeah, sure. Those cars are so much cheaper.
I'm paying 43 Grand for my XSE
Cause dealerships over here are bastards
For 30k I’d get a very nicely appointed new body style Hyundai Sonata👌🏽
Chris Munsey would you get the same features in that vehicle though?
Alan Bowers yes,and then some.
You cant get a 6MT with the Sonata #savethemanuals
Driving Sports TV in that car I wouldn’t want a manual.
And that would be your junk experience.
Dashboard design is ugly.. they should remove it and change it!
It looks like an afterthought. That is why I chose 2019 Corolla SE instead
In snow Country.. a new Camry awd for $30,000. Even a Rav4 for that much cash. Corolla over priced in a CUV market..
If you need an AWD suv to drive in snow you clearly shouldn't be driving in snow. I've driven low fwd sedans in Canada for years, no problem.
@@Xachremos that’s Canada where you have real harsh winters. Realest winters in the states is probably Wyoming, Montana etc.
After reflecting. For 30K, the Acura ILX new or used would be better than this.
Alex Martens I think he made a mistake on the pricing. The Toyota website priced an Xse with connectivity for less
Well Acura ILX would be a better choice over any other car in the segment including all the Euro junks and Kourean POS cars
Is a xse
New corolla does look Sporty, until you look at the rear end. It looks like their designers just left off after the front half was completed. Its just so ugly!!
No yoru eyes can;t maintain objectivity and turn its orginal hater mode while you are going from front to back.
lmao you wanna know ugly? the civic tail lights are absolutely atrocious 🤢🤮
So lets review, this top trim Corolla XSE sedan lacks its arch rival top trim Civic Touring sedans powertrain performance, interior passenger and cargo storage capacity, dual zone climate controls, power front passenger seat, rear heated seats, trunk storage capacity, keyfob remote start, and no Android Auto. Toyota fanboys still think this Corolla is a better choice than the Civic.
The civic is ugly, rides rough, starts rattling in less than 100000kms, parts are more money. I have this exact car with more options like heated rear seats, heated steering wheel and windshield, here in Canada I paid $30000 CDN$ You get what you pay for big time with toyota!
#savethemanuals. hope the new WRX gets an aggressive front like this Corolla; also hope all (new) WRX trims get LED projectors like the Corolla, not just $34k+ ones. OMG, fakes grills! said no one about a Corolla. $29k is really steep and makes the hatch look really tempting. Ahhrg, so, when driving alone, you have to see the THREE "no seatbelt" icons in the dash cluster ALL the time (do they turn green when clicked or disappear???); just as bad as the passenger airbag OFF light. I think I'd still do a manual Crosstrek Premium (in Orange) as I have a (self imposed) boycott of the Toyota brand.
Those little icons never disappear. They just turn green when kids are bucked in back.
@@drivingsports... That redonkulous... Why couldn't it be link to a pressure sensor like the airbag? All these new lights/light sources make for horrible night vision with all the extra interior light pollution... #savingmanuals one car at a time...
It does disappear as soon as you start driving.
Better looking than those ugly ass hondas
I liked your channel much more before you repeatedly trash corolla owners. As much as yournan auto journo, and get sick cars lent to you, for the average joe who commutes etc, a corolla is a great purchase, years of reliability, and good resale. Cant say that about a comparable hyundai, or anything from the big 3.
If you watched the video, you would see that we really like the new Corolla. So I'm not really sure where you're coming from on this. Historically, in the past few years, the Corolla was well behind the competition. This new one changes that equation.
Once again a Toyota fanboy spouts the "reliability/resale" mantra. No mention of it having an innovative design, cutting edge technology, or impressive powertrain performance though.
@@ivanlowjones based on resale and lowest incentive, and initial quality I'd say these are things people want. Not everyone can switch to ecoboost motors, that blow a turbo. What's next your gonna say that they make poor hybrids. Haters gonna hate
@@timmyadam3542
I notice you didn't mention the Corollas cutting edge design, tech innovations, or powertrain performance. Heck you didn't even mention the Corollas lesser interior passenger and cargo space, lack of keyfob remote start, lesser trunk storage capacity, lack of dual zone climate, lack of power front passenger seat, lack of Android Auto, all as compared against the 10th gen Honda Civic. I guess those vehicle features are less important to Toyota fanboys than "resale/reliability". I'll be hating as I zip past a Corolla in my 174hp Civic Touring sedan.
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better off with VW JETTA SEL PREMIUM
Why would i buy this model over the new civic si sedan with 202 hp and honda sensing and electric dampners and a sweet 6speed manual!! All for 27k
Not everyone wants a turbo engine or a civic
Tony Chau it would be an economical stupid choice..then just buy the civic sport sedan for 23k and it still a better value too.. outperforms it in every category!!’
@@cbruno12180 people that buys corollas just want to go from a to b.
Tony Chau hey genius look at all the other comments they agree ur the only one who doesnt!!
@@cbruno12180 what a shocker everyone that watches this channel is kinda enthusiast of course they're going to like the civic more. But like I said people that buys corollas mostly care about going from a to b and reliability.
He seems like a jerk.
no but you do