Toyota Corolla 2020 in-depth review | carwow Reviews
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- čas přidán 10. 07. 2024
- This is the new Toyota Corolla! It’s fair to say previous generations of the Corolla (or Auris, as it used to be called) were known for being good value for money, but relatively dull. However, it seems Toyota is looking to put that reputation to bed with the all-new Corolla! But does the interior and drivability match up to the exciting new exterior style, especially when you consider it costs slightly more than a VW Golf or Ford Focus? Join Mat for his in-depth review to find out!
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Glovebox: "NOOO I'll take my own time" lol
... "thank you very much"
Had me dying
I really lol in real
Laughed more than i should have
🤣🤣🤣
Looks much better than the old one
We have the Auris but it's called the Toyota Corolla IM in the United States and I thought it look very boring and out of place. The new Toyota Corolla Hatch is very good looking since the Toyota Matrix which is saying something
We couldn't agree more!
I presonally love the Auris 2013-2018... lol.
It’s like a night and day
Literally the same
58 mpg = 4 l/100km! you’re welcome
PS that’s bloody impressive!
Nije toliko impresivno 8L pri 140 km/h.
Sa 15god starim priusom si na 6.5 pri istoj brzini.
Ali kapa dolje za grad, svakako.
Thanks!!!
No, this is UK mpg he's talking about so 58 uk mpg = 4.9 l/100km which is still impressive.
Exactly, 58 MPG = 4.9 Litres/100km and also those trip computers change from moment to moment, something to keep in mind. ;)
I'm after 1 month 2000+ km mostly highway (about 120 km/h) at 5.3l/100km; same as my previous Yaris.
Looks like toyota finally hired a ceo for designing
I believe it was designed in Germany.
CEO is back to Toyota Family.
This is funny 😄
@Trips true and what about the new lexus cars, i mean the LS RX RC LC
OOF
This is the new best looking hatchback in my opinion... Never thought I'd say that about a Corolla, wow.
@CharmingHomer I would'nt say nothing else.. It, like all Corollas before, is more about long term dependability, smooth ride etc.. But yeah, performance wise it's pretty much last place I do believe.
@CharmingHomer great looking, great consumption, fast enough for most people, and you have the 2l 180bhp if you need it. Super reliable, all the safety equipment as standard...
Yeah no idea why he recommends it...
@CharmingHomer Did you just call Toyota's hybrid engine "engine from the 60s"?
@CharmingHomer did I just heard bullshit!! Ok I got it , this is why Toyota stucks selling cars ,it is just in rank 1 last few decades !
@CharmingHomer yes because hybrids existed in the 90's and touch screen infotainment was also invented back then.
Never used to like Toyotas, but they've been absolutely killing it since 2019... The Yaris, Corolla and C-HR are really good looking.
And they are reliable so that’s one reason to get one
They’ve been killing it since 1937 wym??
Toyota have been killing it since the moment they started selling outside of Asia. Their reputation for reliablity isn't just fan boy talk. They have been causing problems for American and European car makers since the 70s along with Honda. Toyota got a lot of good press too from the invincible Hilux from Top Gear they even used it as a model name in their newer versions. Toyota also has Scotty Kilmer bigging them up you won't find a mechanic who doesn't say Toyota and Honda are reliable and they are loved by Taxi drivers in the UK. Its all for a reason and its because Toyota are the kings of reliability. Even the hot headed boy racers loved the Toyota Supra and MR2 not because it was superior stock because many cars matched and beat them stock but because they could handle remaps and tuning far better than other cars and would reliabiliy go far beyond what they were intended for. Toyota have been killing it since before half the world was even born.
C-HR is ugly and cramped. Prefer Honda HR-V over that
Yaris always looked ugly to me. Just barely more passable than the aygo.
Best part about Toyota is that it never breaks down, u basically buying it for the reliability
And styling and good tech etc for a hatchback aswell with this corolla
I am from Pakistan. Where infrastructure is just pooor AF and the fuel isnt great either... corolla/hilux/prado/landcruiser are the only cars that survive here.. you can keep a Honda only in 3 cities of pakistan including the capital where it won't break down. All other cars are out of question.
@@nicotang5583 thank you brother. Our tradition/religion commands us to behave that way. Do visit Pakistan again after the Covid crisis settles down. The recent devaluation of PKR means you will be able to extract more value from your trip for the money you spend 😉🤣. You will find pakistanis so hospitable that you wont have to spend any.
No, bullshit. Any other car is not worse, even better. For example, Honda Civic is much better than corolla and it is cheaper and has at least not worse reliability.
But they really feel like years behind competitors (look at the external cameras; there are flip phones from a decade ago with better quality video!) in terms of material quality and technology (you CAN put in up-to-date technology and give it Toyota-grade reliability, shocking!)
It's even worse with the Land Cruiser which hasn't been updated for the last two decades and is way more expensive than a modern G Class!
2:44 "I'll take my own time, thank you very much" :D
This Corolla and the new Mazda 3 are just awesome! Both are ultra reliable, good looking hatchbacks which won't fall apart after the warranty will expire
Absolutely true! I've been in doubt between those two for weeks, until I finally chose the driving comfort of the Corolla (Hybrid automatic) over the more beautiful looks and sporty driving of the Mazda 3. (Mazda 3 Automatic would've been best, but it was way more expensive because of it...)
Mazdas have shitty automatic transmissions
@@korsol dont buy autos easy
Yes, both of them look great and are reliable, but I am a bit let down by the performance of those cars. 0-60 mph in just under 11 sec. is just not that great. For the same price you can get the new Honda Civic 1.5 with 182 hp and way more room in the trunk.
@@ivicakovac6127 i have driven the 2.0 hybrid one. I was sold instantly. And I really disliked the 1.8 in the Auris. Because I lease my cars and it is a hybrid, i can get a 40k euro full option 2.0 hybrid Corolla for the same monthly lease cost as a 33 k Golf with either a decent amount of options and a 1.0 tsi or barely any options and a 1.5 tsi.
"NO! I'll take my own time, Thank you very much." LMAO
😂😂😂😂...
after watching all these videos, criticisms of all the cars (boot floor, head room, etc)... basically Carwow's ideal car is a van
XD
with 300 horsepower and an interior similar to the outside of a birkin bag
As long as the interior doesn't have cheap plastics!
Or a minibus.
And if they love love loved everything you'd accuse them of being on the take
what i really love is your demonstration on things. It is really practical to actual see things rather than just visualize them. Good Work!
The glove box has personality :,)
:D
Yeah,😂
I think that you've finally nailed the videography and editing
Dont think he edits it the carwow team does it
Carwow did a good job at getting investors and are wisely using their $$$ for better production equipment... and more employees :)
Yes it seems they changed also lenses, good production value overall
@@Rrroarr they just bumbped up the contrasts so it looks clearer
@@josipcuric8767 yes but also shallower depth of field, especially in the details shot but I might be mistaken :)
I’ve just bought a 2.0 gr sport and I’ve got to tell you, it’s a bloody brilliant car. Forget journos moaning about the cvt or anything else. It’s all the car you could ever need and cracking to drive.
im pleased to read this, picking mine up this week in pearl/black!
@@gazzwad how's it been so far? Mine's ordered and I hope to receive it in February!
I love my 2.0 gr sport
hi nick whats the real world MPG with the 2.0 corolla
"Lets move into the Auris' back.." hmmm..you mean Corolla!
Achilleas Fontivero This generation Corolla hatch is still actually using the Auris badge in Taiwan, since it was debuted here right after it’s world premiere as Auris.
czcams.com/video/yzfDmVMP2w4/video.html
11:10 Putting your own life on the line. This man deserves a medal.
Everyone who ever sits in this car, or any other like it, will also be putting their life on the line... With its automatic steering.
I've had this car for 1 year now and didn't know it did that lmao
He wouldn’t have gotten hurt. Just pushed him down. The Corolla doesn’t even have the ground clearance to run over him lol 😂
Best Corolla ever by far...I’d actually buy one that’s saying something 😂
No AE86 is better
@@Luckyjo21 no, yugo is better
@@Luckyjo21 ohh cmon... AE86 aint better at all.
Check initial d, and come back saying there's a better thing than a AE86
You mean AE86
TOYOTA is now actually trying after the 10th Gen HONDA CIVIC beat their ass in 2016.
Finally a good looking Toyota car
well they are paying attetion
Like how you complimented the suspension over speed bumps and rubbish roads. So many car journo's want hard, sporty suspension, but I think a lot of owners just want a comfortable, smooth car to iron out the worn out UK roads.
So much this! Stop making everything "sporty".
Then people need to stop buying cars with like this with the 18 or 19 inch wheel options. Suspension matters but the most important thing is actually the wheel and tyre size.
2:43 had me laughing hahaha ...glove box
I am not into cars that much but I like how you review them. :)
Gaandu sala
@@fieryspy6414 hahahaha
Bokachoda
You're not into cars? What, do you ride the bus to work every morning?
@@angrysocialjusticewarrior Some of us work from home ✓
Looks a winner for Toyota. Great review Mat. At some point can you do an estate comparison between the Corolla, a VW group car (say Golf or Leon) and a Hyundai ?
This car is on a class of its own. I test-drove it and I was blown away. Really comfy, quiet and very economical.
Rather have an astra
@@si4632 I never liked Opels. If I couldn't afford a Corolla, I would have gone for a Kia Ceed. Hands down
@@theodorev666 Damn ugly in comparison and more expensive 🤣
@@si4632 I disagree entirely. The ceed looks much more distinguished with better feeling materials on the inside. But that's not an argument because looks are subjective.
In Greece, an Astra is more expensive to buy than a Ceed. Maybe it differs where you're from. But even if you get a good deal on one, and it turns out to be cheaper than a KIA, Opels are considered notoriously unrielable over here. So again, a Ceed would be much more economical in the long run. Especially if you consider the 7 year warranty. I had a KIA for 7+years and the warranty covered absolutely everything. I only had to pay for servicing the car (again, much cheaper than Opel) and for new tires.
drove it yesterday, i have to agree with you. you get a lot for the money.
This car is on list of top ten selling cars in almost all the countries in the world. Toyota Reliability!
Not in mine
MrBreakingBud ur country must suck
Not reliability... Just that these cars are cheap with nothing special so, poor peoples car.
Nice Max As the owner of a 1998 Toyota Hilux with well over half a million miles, I can tell you that Toyota cars (in my opinion) are the most reliable cars. A new clutch was one of the only things that had to be replaced and it didn’t have an easy life either, working on a farm in Ireland. Many German “premium” cars have come and gone at our place but the hilux remains. They’ll start every morning in any weather with one turn of the key
@@jameshayden6631 Tesla is more reliable, it can go to 1,5 million km's, easily. Electric is the future. And just because your toyota has 1/3 of the parts that german premium cars have, doesnt mean its good. With more parts, you need to do good maintence.
I don't know about the Germans but this is the sexiest Japanese hatch I've ever seen like lit 🔥🔥🔥
czcams.com/video/yzfDmVMP2w4/video.html
Mazda 3 looks hotttttt
Carlo Serretti no it doesn’t
What an impressive review, Matt! This has heavily helped me in making a buying decision without multiple thoughts.
MattWOW, you're my favourite car aficionado! Seen many a video from you and they're all entertaining, informative and yes, even a good laugh every so often. Spoiled for choice...now it's decision time. Cheers, mate!
57MPG is mighty impressive. Do really like this car. Well done Toyota!
@Costel Coaie said no one ever
@Costel Coaie unless you missed a decimal point between 9 and 4
@Costel Coaie sure
Redemz did you go?
@@rdmz135 you mean decimal comma before the nine....right?
Yes! Favourite car review channel back again.
Now you can watch it with tea and crumpets.
Long live the Queen!!
Favourite review channel? No sorry that has to be Doug 😅
@@sixtimesfive8751 Rambling about things i will never even notice is what Doug does. I do not need to know whats the breed of the cow from which the leather on the seats came from. Plus not everyone has time to watch 30min car review videos.
@@syed5126 true, the reviews are unnecessarily detailed but I think real car enthusiast enjoy exactly that
I didn’t know you can store balls in the corolla 2:32
Honestly a very good review. I went to see one just for fun and I didn’t pick-up on all the flaws he is pointing out. Now I have to go back and take another look.
Testing auto-breaking system behind the new BMW 8 series.. very brave. :D
That 850i is matt's own car
@@yahtadi5152the one infront of him was a 840d
it was in a council looking estate, clearly put there by the team!
Love the independent rear demonstration- great work Matt :)
Presenter is a joy to watch! From Adelaide, South Australia.
awesome review!!! actually watched beginning to end... lol the glovebox 😂😂
Great review Mat. I always enjoy watching Carwow.
at this point, i think you should become a topgear presenter
And scotty kilmer too
@@simonwilson7581 road trips were great but nobody liked celebrity segments, those sucked
I think it was more like a entertaining comedy with cars than a informative program
@@kmuinde Rev up your Aurises, sorry Corollas!
Great video, as always. Thank you. I really like the new Corolla styling (look). I've first seen one on the motorway while passing it and I've literally slowed down for it to catch up with me and have a 2'nd look. I was genuinely surprised when I've seen the Corolla badge. My 1'st ever brand new car was a 2007 Corolla (US) that I really enjoyed for a while. The 2L version sounds tempting and the 50+ mpg economy... wow, really reminds me of a Prius I drove for a bit. As much as I like my 2L automatic diesel BMW for what it is as a package, the 35(ish) mpg isn't at all very pleasing in comparison. Kind regards.
Came on this channel to check the new Coralla. Wasn't disappointed at all 💯 The way you present it is priceless 🔥
A big step up in quality over the old model. And the fact that it feels good to drive is a MASSIVE plus!
I would love to watch Mat test drive of new 2.0 hybrid unit.
Great review carwow!
10:17 that car horn part got me rolling on the floor 😂😂😂😭😭
Was following one today on the motorway and that back end looks gorgeous. Put all current hatchbacks to shame. Will probably opt for that 2 litre petrol for more oomph.
And that oomph has already mph on it 😅
Nice review Matt. Although, when you were parking, it looked like your 8 series at the front! lol. Good show sir!
OMG SO FUNNY 😂😂😂😂 2:44
Storm FURY lol
can't help loving Mat
At 11:11 he definitely thought he was gna get hit 😂, great review!
Same lol at least it stops but imagine when he turned it off if it was still off
Can’t believe my eyes. A beautiful corolla 🤯
I think you just blind already
you are the best car reviewer.. keep it up mate.
Thank you so much for the review!
already got one, happy with the 2.0L engine and 10CVT.
This new Corolla looks exiciting... Good Work Toyota. I hope the engines are reliable too..
PD: And good work to carwow for the review itself. Matt is always improving and he is very funny :)
It’s a Toyota, of course they will be
I've never heard someone say they hope for a Toyota to have a reliable engine... That's like saying I hope 2+2 = 4
@@XDflamingdragonDX yeah I know but, like we said in Spain: "Larger towers have fallen". I don't know how to translate that in english xD But yeah, sure Toyota is always realiable ;)
Toyotas only string keeping them strong in the market is their reliability, other than that they will be long gone.
I don't know what's going on Toyota now but during early 2000s they made much less reliable cars. Because they made too much tough and reliable cars until then, that lets consumers hesitate to buy new one.
Matt can you make a video comparing Hyundai i30,Toyota Corolla,Kia ceed, Ford focus please please please
Now I'd request for a Golf Variant, Focus Estate and Corolla Touring Sports comparison!... Pretty please? :D
Been looking for something to replace an aging BMW for a while and drove a 2.0 Hybrid last week (borrowed it from a colleague). I couldn't believe how quiet and smooth the ride was. The interior is fab with super comfy seats and the boot was big too (tourer). Other than it being a Toyota, I didn't even know what it was until I looked at the badge on the back. Very very impressive car all round. So good in fact I made my mind up immediately and will be ordering one in September.
I'd rather go with the much quicker 1.5 Civic.
That central screen looks like first gen LCD TV, where the frame took up half the space.
Ričardas Marozas looks very clumsy
In these toyotas the equipment is always a bit behind the competition, as they want to make sure it will be as reliable as possible. So they wait for the tech to mature a bit before they put it in their cars so it can be built more robust.
CockatooDude nah that’s def not the reason why lol, and if it is thats a major major lapse in judgment on Toyota’s behalf. To not be at the cutting edge of technology in your latest model would make no sense especially in something as simple as the screen 🤷🏽♂️
@@BMF604 Cost might also be an issue. Getting the infotainment system on the budget they had to, etc. I am not sure what design constraints they were given, but I assume they would have put a better system in there if they could have if the cost and reliability were the same.
CockatooDude maybe is so but screen resolution and GPU power don’t require more extensive testing.
waiting for the new RAV4 Hybrid review Mat!
Check this out before ,)
czcams.com/video/j3qrCNR4U9A/video.html
@@kunrad1 already did and I'm waiting the same for the AWD version
That new RAV is soooo ugly compared to the previous RAV. The Corolla shines again, but they want to the dark side with the RAV, especially the back...
10:20 the horn and his expression is priceless lol. He's a cutie 😉
The best ever review i have seen from carwow. Thanks.
5:50 "Now let's move on to the *Auris'* backseat"... Wow.
Yes, I heard that as well lol.
Me too.
You did say auris a few times by accident lol.
It does remind me of one
@@MrRohanThomas Same here!
just discovered your channel. Got to love your reviews.
haahhahaha. 36 months, eh?
Mat Watson for me is the BEST CAR REVIEWER this guy makes watching a long video very pleasant
best looking corolla in a long while.
Love the new Corolla, and i think 16 minutes is the sweet spot for the new review format, the Lexus one before have some very rough editing to reach 15 minutes. Keep up the good work Matt and Carwow team!
I like this style of review. Unique and funny from other reviews.
Your videos are professional. I'm subscribing indeed :)
Instant thumbs up.
Something that allot of us viewers can afford.
Thank you.
I’m a Ford man so naturally I’d take the new Focus however, that Corolla is very tempting. I’d definitely take it over the VW Golf without a second thought.
I hope Toyota makes an high performance GR or TRD model to rival the Focus ST and Golf GTi, if the Yaris GRMN is anything to go by then imagine a supercharged manual Toyota hot hatch in this new Corolla body, I’d buy it in a heartbeat!
Come on Toyota, make it happen!!
Btw, fantastic review Matt!
get a 1-liter turbo. vrooom vrooom
There is gr version I saw at Geneva motor show but I'm not sure if it's going to be available in uk
@@adeelhdgamer1547 thats just for the looks
The one in Geneva Auto show was GR sport trim only but there are rumours that Toyota is working on 1.6 turbo GRmn Corolla
Thr focus was always The go to option, but now I think fords interiors are way behind. Only on the fiesta st I can look past it. Once your getting into the quicker focus veriants, they are now to expensive for the quality.
They have spent loog long resting on their lorals, same with Vx. All the other oems have had to evolve to to compete with fords sales figures.
I’ve just purchased a 2020 (70 plate) 1.8 Icon Tech secondhand, it’s a brilliant car!
“And the glove box, if you try rushing it it goes no! I’ll take my own time thank you.”😂😂
I'd like your review on a touring sports 2l hybrid
We drove this type of car last weekend and have instandly ordered one. It was so good and quiet to drive. And a lot of Fun.
Thé new Corolla is like toyota discribes it. It's fantastic. 😎👍
Did you get the 1.8 or 2L ?
@@tabban21 we went for the 2L
@@jonasppulings1228 is the boot space still reasonably adequate with the battery back there in the 2L?
Same size as thé 1.8l starting battery is hidden behind a panel in thé right rear corner. Hybrid battery is under thé seat
I saw this at a dealer and it looked rather nice, I was most surprised, I also liked the estate version too and would consider either one if I was I the market for one.
great video very detailed thank you
I ordered one, 2.0 hybrid hatchback. :)
@Moonspell the hatchback is good enough I own the 1.2 turbo haven't had any problems with the boot but still if you want allot go boot space go buy the touring sports corolla wich looks marvelous as well for a station wagon really nice
@Moonspell what is your mpg like?
@Moonspell that's really good much better than my corsa
@@lcpd26 Does the 1.2 L variant come with a CVT gear box? Or only manual transmission?
@@dcharith both cvt or manual obviously cvt is 1500 euro more expensive but it comes with both
I wish Toyota would make a performance TRD or GRMN version to rival the Golf GTi.
I've read on several articals that they are actually going to do it. (and it WON'T be a hybrid apparently!)
@@NathanCelica when is it coming? Any link to it?
Senior citizens don't need performance cars.
@@basshead. does this look like it's aimed at older buyers?
+Plot Maybe for hipsters too who don't know anything about cars.
Can you do a review of the sedan model
Great review and on the strength of this I bought an Icon Tech Corolla two weeks ago (with the Carwow discount, thank you very much). Generally a very good car. However, there is a fault with the Nearside Front Sensor (it keeps activating even when there is nothing in front of the vehicle). This is irritating at best and dangerously distracting when driving at worst. The battle I'm in now is to get Toyota GB and the Dealership to stop blaming each other for the appalling level of customer service I am now subject to in trying to get this problem resolved on a brand new car. It's enough to make me want to give the car back and revert back to VW. Apparently I cannot do that now though (even though I've had the car for less than 14 days) as I have highlighted the issue and they are "doing their best" to resolve it.
The new era of the Corolla has just began
The Toyota Corolla is a beautiful and well equipped middle class car. I like the two independent suspension in the car back wheels.
The 2L engine is quick, smooth and fun. Great car.
Very good and entertaining reviews..thanks
Very striking looking car. The interior design and quality looks impressive too. Think I might take a closer look at this.
2:05 "As hard as you like" lmao it's these kinds of these things that make ur reviews informative and hilarious simultaneously.
Great review!
In Australia the headlights and indicators are on the correct side for rhd(the right side) so the headlight controls match the dash like lhd versions. Does that take the confusion away now.
I was sure about your verdict because for me it's the best in class and it's looks the best in class
Well done Toyota
Ahmad Abu Sneineh You forgot the new Mazda 3 ! But as a Toyota / Lexus fan, i agree with you too. And the new Honda Civic looks cool too !
It's more expensive than a golf though and that's a far better car
@@f4tpie Golf, better ??? Don't be silly.
Why is he silly? That's his opinion.
You can't generalize a cars worth.
One might see a golf as something extremely good-looking with a great brand image, another might find them boring and hate VW.
It's up to you to decide how you view them, just like it's the case with everyone else.
@@fan2lexus he wasnt nice to the lexus es
When r u going to do the Camry (in Europe)?
With so many flavours of hybrid cars, two details I would love to hear in reviews:
1. The range in EV mode, if any
With charging points at home and/or at work, a car with a useable EV only range; the IC engine can be standby for use only on long journeys out of town.
2. The EV only speeds.
Toyota's hybrid battery lasts about 2 km-s in the city before IC engine kicks in. It doesn't look like much but charging time is also quite quick (thanks to the size of battery) and soon enough EV mode kicks in again. This review is about hybrid which you can't charge yourself. Not at home, not at work. Only IC engine charges cars battery. This is most common hybrid system used by Toyota. And it works, I have Rav4, and average consumption is 6.8 l/100 km, 100% city driving. Before with CRV average was 11+ l/100 km. For me it's huge difference.
Range is like he said 2 km or so.
EV only speed is around 40 km/h if put on EV mode. If its on automatic, you can cruise control with 90 km/h on battery only.
Fuel economy is around 4.5L/100km (1.8 hybrid)
Nice review, mate. One question: the infotainment screen kind of looks collapsable or detachable. Is it?
Please review the Corolla 2.0 hybrid estate.
Damn that backseat is cramped with three people there ! Just goes to show you how big they made the 10th gen Civic. That comfortably fits three in the back. Pretty much Accord territory now.
Thats the biggest problem with the corolla. There is just not enough space in the backseat. For someone who's 1,88 it's basically impossible to sit in the back. Thats crazy
In love with Corollas especially its touring/station wagon version its beautiful
I owned three toyotas and found them reliable. However, I think Honda has an edge in design and ergonomics. Thanks Great review.
Easily one of your best reviews, Matt. Great work.
The US sadly does not receive this configuration of hatch plus hybrid. Great review as always!
If the Hybrid Corolla sedan sells well there is no reason they would not offer the hatch.
Blame trump lol
Dope jacket in the beginning Matt
Ha ha that sounding horn though ! Couldn’t say it better :)