Is the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback a GREAT compact car or MISSING something?
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- čas přidán 10. 01. 2020
- The Toyota Corolla sedan is one of the best selling cars in the country, and the hatchback takes it to the next level. Under the hood is the tried and true 2.0L inline-4 producing 168 HP & mated to a CVT transmission. It's exterior has very bold lines with gives it a very sporty look. On the inside you will find great fit & finish, plus all the safety tech you expect. Is the 2020 Toyota Corolla a good Hatchback with great reliability?
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Call me crazy... I know its "just a Corolla", but I'm really liking the way it looks. I saw a black one at night and thought it looked really sharp.
Only issue is it's too slow 160hp 😢
GoofBall1 _ I mean if you just want it to drive then it’s not slow lol but if you want to drive crazy and shit then I mean yeah it’s not the fastest but it’s quick enough it’s a light and small car
@@goofball1_134 its a significant incrase from the 1.8 liter and increase in efficiency. let me tell you a secret, put premium or 87 octane fuel with NO ETHANOL ethanol makes small engines noticeably weaker because of ethanol's lower energy. you will notice an increase in power with no ethanol.
@@dinobot_maximize I beg to differ. Makes nearly no difference. Learned from taking my 125cc motorcycle through mountain roads in which little mom and pop stores have ethanol free gas .
As far as power difference there is none. You would notice when only making 10 horsepower. ( And Yes the bike has computer controlled fuel injection).
As far as ethanol it's great if you want to store your vehicles as its holding time is much longer than ethanol gas, which starts to gum things up after a couple of months of storage
i got the black one. it's really gas friendly. speed is also competitive with mazda3, altima, civic and other similar sedans, depends on the driver actually. i love how it accelerates from slowing down when you turn. the interior is spacious enoguh for normal size people. really a good car
You are without a doubt the hardest working man in the automobile reviewing category! I love it because then I always have something to look forward too!
That really means a lot Robert! Thank you for letting me share my car passion with you!
Me too Robert.
Those seats look like they're straight out of some of the Lexus trims nicest interior I have seen in any Corolla
Looks REALLY good in person. Saw one in the showroom today. Most impressive interior of any car I've seen - especially in this class.
@@NoteFromSELF they are comfortable
I'm glad you made plenty of honest comparisons to the competition. The Honda Civic Sport Hatchback, Mazda Mazda3 Hatchback, Toyota Corolla Hatchback, Subaru Impreza Hatchback, and Hyundai Elanta GT Hatchback are all so tempting options with 6-speed manual transmissions equipped
I love the black roof color I only saw one review of the black roof but now two thank you so much for working your butt off for uploading
You are so very welcome! Thanks for letting me bring it all to you!
Thanks for this detailed review. I bought this exact car (different color) three months ago and I concur with pretty much all your comments. Enjoying the ride every day. The 2020 model does have Android Auto, which is an improvement over 2019 model. The road/tire noise is quite noticeable especially on rougher road, as the cabin is somewhat resonating. Another feature you may want to cover is Remote Connect, where you can use a smartphone app to remotely lock/unlock the car, start the engine, get the car's GPS location, etc.
You are so very welcome! Congrats on your new Corolla! I really appreciate your input and info fro m your ownership.
$27k is real rich for this car. No sunroof. Civic and maz3 are much better choices. Great review,as always, Joe.
Congrats on 50 million channel views Joe! I've watched several of your videos and counting. I've watched many reviews on other channels but I like yours the best. I'm a car enthusiast myself and have been since I was a teenager.
Thanks David! That really means a lot and it is great to have you be part of the Raiti's Rides family!
@@RaitisRides Your welcome! Thanks Joe! I'd be nice to see you do a review on the Honda Fit
I bought this car about 2+ weeks ago in blue flame with the black roof. Only yesterday two people stopped me to ask about the car. It really stands out. I wasn't looking for a sporty car, just a car I could easily find in a supermarket parking lot, so I'm not disappointed that the car doesn't have a moon/sun roof. My husband considers it a plus not having them. As for what I've noticed so far: 1) I agree that no outlets in the back is a missed opportunity in a XSE trim, 2) the trunk seems awfully small but I have been able to get all my groceries in it without problems, 3) having a spare tire gives me peace of mind, 4) I like the blind spot monitoring, 5) I wish I could open the "back door" by pulling a lever inside the car or on my key fob. I have muscles but I find opening the "back door" not so easy. I'm hoping with use it will become easier, 6) although the instruction manual implies that I can change my speedometer screen to a digital read out, I haven't been able to figure out how to do this. I find taking my eyes off the road and guessing what my speed is to be distracting. 6) why doesn't the XSE offer a "heads up" display?, 7) You are funny when you talk about stashing your twinkies. I just want a place to easily stash change, cough drops and tissues. The car is designed with no wasted space leaving none of these kinds of easily reached storage spaces. They could have left me two or three inches in the arm rest., 8) so far driving around New England, my gas mileage has been extremely disappointing. I wonder if the car has a break in period and it will improve over time. Lastly, I got a really good deal in Toyota of Nashua. Ask for John Wight and tell him I sent you.
@Richard Favreau You ask an excellent question. Fortunately, so far, I haven't had any problems.
The amount of reviews you put out my friend deserves at least 700k subscribers 👍❤️🇺🇸
This hatch has so much potential. Looks really good to see. Hope in the next couple years they take this car another level.
I totally agree with you!
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That means the world to me!
My mom recently had her car in for service and she got the Corolla Hatchback as a loaner. We only had it a couple hours, but I loved it so much, I wanted it to be my car😂 I love hatchbacks
Brilliant Review with all aspects covered.
First time i am seeing a Toyota with stylish cuts & captivating design elements!
Love from Trichy, India.
The only thing it's missing is the engine and drivetrain from the new GR Yaris. All-wheel-drive 1.6L inline-3 turbo with 260hp.
Now we are talking! I like the way you think.
I TOTALLY AGREE That they should make the gr Yaris in the states and make a Corolla grmn with awd and the engine
If only! 😭but toyota USA thinks we don’t want fun hatchbacks... 😥😓😰
Would love if they gave us a GR Corolla Hatch.
@@KuyaArbee , it's not that they think we don't want them but unfortunately for us the majority of fat Americans that want massive SUV's for their fat kids outweighs the minority of younger buyers who want fun commuters.
Toyota, for whatever reason does not disclose this info but, you do have REMOTE START available for the XSE trim. All you have to do is press the lock button 3 times and then hold it down after the 3rd time for for a few seconds. This will perform a remote start on all XSE models. 👍
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Joe, you forgot the business end! Great videos. Getting me excited about a new vehicle.
I think the Corolla is finally fun and with a sporty and sleeker design.Hi Joe 👍 keep up the good work.
Thanks Yavier! I appreciate the support!
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If they give it proper exhaust tips for 2021, it will definitely be on my shopping list
Oops! A little editing glitch.🤫
No worries.😎
Nice review Joe! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸
Thanks Larry! At least this time I have it all there! LOL
This car actually has remote start, but not the most obvious one. Triple click the lock button but hold on the last click
Thanks for sharing that!
Really? We have this car but we have the se
Awesome review, I absolutely love the 2 tone XSE, but it is odd that no matter what trim you get there's no sunroof option. I also really really hate the fake exhaust tips, it's a horrible trend started because people didn't wanna clean there tips off 🙄
comforble
Love the two tone look, bring back the two tone cars!
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That is so wonderful Ali! Just take it one day at a time.
My wife’s 2019 has remote start. Fob looks the same. Press the lock button 4 times and hold it on the 4th time.
Thank you! I didnt know my car could do that
Is this XSE only?
I bought the 2020 XSE in 6-speed manual because I wanted to stay involved with driving a car, and I have loved it. I would have preferred the Sedan, but only the hatchback came in manual, so that pretty much dictated the decision. If I had any suggestions for upgrading the vehicle it would be the following four. Number 1: While it is a compact car, the people sitting in the front pretty much obstruct all the air flow from the A/C, so Toyota should have really considered putting an A/C vent on the backside of the center console. It doesn't have to be directional, but something that's helping to push air to the back spaces would be a plus. Second suggestion: The back center arm rest should have a USB port installed or some type of charging station for the back. It only makes sense in every car on the road today. Especially if you want to appeal to people who might have children or passengers sitting there. The third suggestion, the speakers are a major disappointment, when linking calls or playing music from your phone, since nearly every car these days does so. It seems very muffled and difficult to make out at times. Toyota should really look at improving this area. And the final suggestion is kind of a trivial one, but the gloss black accents scratch very easily, especially those around the cup holders and on the hand holds for the doors. After a time I have noticed in other models that it just starts to look cheap afterwards.
I will say that the only real problem I've noticed with the vehicle. When both my children sit in the back. It causes the car to think that someone is sitting in the center and the dinging that ensues drives me up the wall. The only two ways you have of turning it off, is to either have the armrest down, or if the kids have their book bags the seat-belt has to be buckled. Other then that. I am still very happy with my purchase and have loved driving the car.
First off Jeffrey, congrats on your 2020 Corolla. Secondly I really appreciate this well thought out comment about your ownership experience!
I'm fairly quick to endlessly mock the typical CZcams Toyota fanboy commentor, but I gotta say this two tone XSE Corolla hatchback is the best looking one I've seen. Cool exterior color combo 👍👍
Really like this new hatch Corolla, looks pretty good!
Not gonna lie, when you said " Let's see how it sounds through these fake exhaust tips " and started it, I legitimately checked my headphones because I thought the battery had died lol. Good review! Hopefully Toyota brings out a sporty version of this at some point.
I totally believe it!
He always talks about putting candy and or snacks in all the cubby spots 🤣🤣🤣
I love to share some food fun!
It’s great... that your review the high trim level...
I had a 4 door SE as a rental and I thought it was kind of fun to drive, as long as you use the paddles
This hatch is one of the most sporty - looking modern hatches and I really wish Toyota would make a more sporty model from the factory. Maybe a TRD? If they would stiffen it up a bit, maybe add a turbo or a better N/A motor, add a true functioning exhaust outlet and lower it a bit I would definently buy one. To me this just seems like it has so much more potential, but there's a channel on here called The Speed Academy, last week they just finished a build on a 2020 Corolla Hatch XSE and modded it to make it suitable for the track but still daily great. You should check it out it was only like 4 short episodes but they really hit the nail on the head with the build!
Great review 😊
Thanks for saying that!
I love these two tone colors!!! I wish this hatchback was available in a hybrid
It will be interesting to see if Toyota brings it!
Now it si😉
I just bought one yesterday the nightshade edition for the company I am happy
Thanks for doin this review Joe. Had my eye on this car for a while; definitely near the top of my list.
Great review. Stepping up your game! Maybe rethink the driving camera angle. It would be more interesting if we could see your hands on the wheel.
Joe is the durango video coming out today ps love your videos
Yes it is in a couple of hours! You will really love this one!
Great review as usual, Joe. Hope someday you can visit Japan and test all the lovely compact cars. Don't worry. There's a lot to zonk about them.
That is a really rad little car! Love it
Hey, great review. Can you also do a review of Kia seltos please
Thanks! I actually will be doing the Kia Seltos Media event in February.
This hatchback has a young body, but a grandpa heart and soul. Once you seat in it, the thinking slow.
I had to resub. I didn't get the notification for this video. Thank God for Instagram.
Beautiful hatch. Have the new Mazda3 manual hatchback but I shopped this with the manual. Ultimately went for the Mazda’s luxurious interior and quieter cabin.
Can we get a “best hatchback of 2020” video?
Will do!
Looks so nice and cute 😍
I am so glad that I could share it with you!
Ordered a 2.0ltr Excel Hybrid with Panoramic Sunroof and it arrives in 4 weeks. Mine is 184HP, 0-60 in 7.6sec with 66mpg so it’s different to the US version. I’m so excited!!!!!!
Edit: Also the boot is small due to the battery being in the back whilst 1.8ltr battery is in the front and therefore the boot is larger.
Congrats!
"you're going to have to use your muscles " 🤣 🤣
If you are in the market for a smaller car buy this one. I did. XSE, CVT, in midnight black, black leather, JBL, etc. The hatchback is the only way to go in the Corolla. All the economy of the sedan but added utility of the hatchback cargo area. And a bonus is that you can get the high trim level (XSE) without the sunroof which allows enough headroom for tall guys in the front and back. I have owned many new Toyotas, never once disappointed.
"But why don't we fire it up and see what it sounds like...out of those fake exhausts" 😂😂
But really though, the Raiti family demands a "how to drive a manual" video from you!
Thanks for letting me share it with you Zach! That is a great idea! I will get it together for you.
Saw a nice green/black one with a add on kit. Look sexy as heck. Remind me of the old civic hatch days.
I am so glad that you like this one.
At 14:00 there’s no USB ports or AC vents, I watch all these videos on cars in this price range, Corolla, Civic, MAZDA3.....etc, and no one offers those options in that category.
New viewer here. Thank you - great overview of car. I want one but six speed manual although I am still confused what a simulated CVT manual shift mode is.
it pretends to be a decent trans
I’m really happy with my 2020 sedan SE. it’s a CHT, but for me it’s all I need from a family car.
Congrats Eduard! I really appreciate you sharing that wonderful input.
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I truly agree with you for transmission that’s the main reason why I don’t buy a lot of new cars because those dumb car transmissions they do it for mpg but there garbage I stuck with my ten year old gs350 actual standard transmission!
Need that android auto for people like me haha. I had bo idea how many cars you have reviewed Joe. Amazing. I hope to start reviewing cars like you. Keep it up 😎👍🏾
I know that is coming! That is awesome man!
First time to hear Twinkie since the episode of All in the Family when Meathead ate the Twinkie that Archie had planned for Gunsmoke
Nice looking. I agree - soup this up with bigger engine and retain the manual option and you got a great car
Plus full sunroof
I own a 2019 XSE in blue flame thanks to your 2019 review. I love my car but I 100% agree that we need a performance upgrade/TRD. I will trade my 2019 in for a TRD in a heartbeat
Richard Favreau none thus far. I have put on just about 16,500 miles on it and still going strong on factory tires and wheels. I take care of it tho, I don’t drive like a maniac and I pay attention on the road for potholes/obstacles that can really do damage.
Great color combination specially that interior I love it. Good job Raiti's Rides.🙂👍
Hey Joe Great Review channel. Other reviewers just complain too much and give their opinions about subjective matters. They should just give the facts, and let the buyer decide how the interior or exterior looks.
Joe, your a bizness end tease in this vid, unless back seat time is the new bizness end. 😂
Pretty neat entry tuner car! we have worked on them a little and pretty good car to get for mpg and good looking we did a few videos on one!
I am so glad that you like this one!
@@RaitisRides cant go wrong with a peppy little tuner car!
I’m glad I saw your review on this one first!
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Hi my friend! Thanks for being here!
Great looking car and fabulous color combination. I’ll take it with a manual six speed.
I totally agree with all points Bruce!
Perfect for driving around the city.
Great review Joe!
I have the xse and it has remote start , android auto and Apple carplay. Great car not fast but it exceeded my expectations.
How many miles do you get on a full tank of gas ⛽
@@Yoshigamingchannel about 330
@ItsCaden it's decent better than corollas of the 90s and 2000s . its just a reliable solid car.
It's a fast car when u put it on sport mode
looks great! best looking toyota
Interior sound level at 50 MPH or so would be nice. Thanks for doing the review.
Joe doesn’t skip leg day
Joe Raiti vs Dave Erickson (Everyman Driver) on the calf/leg press machine. Who wins?🦵🦵
J High haha that dude has some massive calves
I like the looks, I don't really drive fast (I have a family). I'm one of those guys that if it's a single lane no-passing lane, if I'm up front your better have patience as I try my best to stick with it. Maybe +5mph from time to time.
This could have or should have been Toyota's GTI...
Oh what could have been
EXACTLY!
A GTI Mini perhaps. Not as powerful as a GTI but more powerful than a standard Golf
Interesting look would love to see a ev hatch back one day
Toyota has the design right. I would love to see a GR version made to compete with the Veloster N and Civic Type R. They also need to bring that Yaris GR here.
Toyota should make the XSE trims with a HP boost. I’d say around 225-250 would be fantastic. Hyundai for example does that with there trims by giving a bigger engine
Am I the only one who noticed that the Driver Side and the Passenger Side Front seat footage is backwards? The driver side is shown first and then when Joe said let's look at the business end after the passenger side footage, He goes straight to the back seat @ the 13:16 mark.
Good eyes! Sorry about that Andy!
good job Toyota, great review
Thanks for saying that!
I actually have one of these on order! A 2020 Corolla hatchback SE manual, with this same silver metallic color. I'm buying it just so I can learn how to drive a manual. I'm going with the SE, because the low-profile tires in the XSE trim are not compatible with our crappy, pothole filled Ohio roads. Fun fact: If the dealership doesn't have the color or trim level of the car you want, they can actually do a factory order with Toyota. You just need to find a non-scummy dealership willing to do it for you. And you have to be patient. The salesman ordered the Corolla for me in early December, but it won't arrive until mid-February.
Looks like a high end car. Awesome!
Great car, great review!
Definitely need a trd version with more power and performance options
I totally agree with you brother!
K20 swap
@@nelc2399 put an old motor in a brand new car with a warranty?
@@interceptingfist5682 the old k20 or b16 b18 engine kick ass and burn most modern engine found in today's new model.
They're making a GR version
I think the higher hatch floor is due to needing more room for the independent suspension. If they went torsion beam they would have room to lower it.
Can you please review the 2020 Sonata with the 2.5L and 8 speed auto transmission? Thanks.
Can you do a side by side of the Toyota Corolla se manual and Honda Civic si .
Practical and reliability with styling.
You are very right!
I wish they gave the hatch a sunroof or maybe even a panoramic roof.
This car is nice, as a family man with 3 kids I take civic corolla, it’s a spaceship in the civic.
Were you cramped inside the hatchback? Was it smaller or bigger that the 86 you reviewed ? Roof space? Leg space ?
Love sharp bubbly rears
Good review you said all the right stuff like mentioning about the first gear. How does it launch? because that's the point of that first gear to not stress the CVT belt on launches. Toyota is so amazing with that bit of innovation lol they know what causes failure in CVT and anything else so they bolster the designs in everything. in other cars, its best to baby the CVT theyre not programmed for longevity to reduce the strain on the belt so they will slip and wear out - you have to be the programming that goes easy on the gas pedal. but toyota thinks of everything. that new 2 liter engine is impressive too. It has those extra port injectors, all toyota diret injection engines do to aid in performance and clean those intake valves. that engine also has incresed thermal efficiency up to 40% claimed by toyota. more power and efficiency than their 1.8 Liter. No wonder toyota sells the most cars, they dont cause buyers remorse. they built up their word of mouth reputation over time. 'get a toyota you wont have mechanical issues anytime soon'. but lets hope their new stuff is as sold as the old. i also want to mention a lighter car will cause less wear on everything on the car. ball joints last forever, engine and trans especially dont have as much mass to pull and so less wear, tires and brakes, power steering has less weight to fight with, wheel bearings have less load on them, the springs and dampers. only downside is less comfort with small wheels on a small car but in florida with those roads it doesnt seem to be an issue. if you have bad roads, you might want to consider tires with more side wall on the corolla for comfort and so you dont damage tires and rims and of course being a lighter car that kind of damage also becomes less likely. its hard to go wrong with a corolla. everyone hates those infotainment screens sticking out the way they do but as Joe said its to help keep your eyes on the road more instead of looking lower in the dash.
That's a whole lot grass in the background. Snoop Dog would concur.
- Truth
This car needs TRD trim with 220-250hp, the hatch looks nice and agressive comparing to the sedan.
Sooooo agree!
Looks like that might be happening now with the GR Corolla!
@Casual Viewer we dont have those here and why would you compare a Corolla to Mercedes?! 🤣
@@michaelw2263 250-270hp confirmed and AWD rumored