Performance Specs

The 2021 Corolla has two different engines: a 1.8-liter four cylinder and a 2.0-liter four-cylinder. The 1.8L engine produces a peppy 139 horsepower. It is found on the L, LE, and XLE Corolla models, where it’s paired with a CVT. The L and LE are rated at 30/38/33 mpg. The XLE is estimated at 29/37/32 mpg. The 2.0L engine is found on the SE, SE Nightshade, and XSE trims. It produces 169 horsepower and is paired with a CVT on the SE Nightshade and XSE models. They get 31/40/34 mpg and 31/38/34 mpg, respectively. The SE comes standard with a six-speed manual (29/36/32 mpg), but can be upgraded to a CVT (31/40/34 mpg).