2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback SE Test Drive Video Review

[@rjahn3000]

"not a Golf" good this will outlast a Golf by a longshot, that's one reason Toyota avoids the turbo which reduces reliability in the long term.

[@raulferro3998]

You are totally right. But let's face it, forced induction can make this already great looking car into a great performing car that matches its cool looks. Toyota could just offer a TRD version turbocharged for whoever is willing to spend the extra cash for extra fun.

[@agnwstosstratiotis]

The 1.2l is literally a turbo petrol hahaha

[@ThisIsDavesGarage]

I have this car. This is my 10th vehicle, after considering many cars below $45k including Audis, Lexus, other fancy SUVs and Trucks, and sport cars. Which I've owned before (ES 350, Audi A6, Tacoma 3rd gen TRD, 4Runner 5th gen Limited 4WD, F-150 V8, etc). I disagree with this review that the sport mode doesn't do anything, it absolute does increase throttle response and holds higher RPMs for longer. Also, I'm getting amazing MPG about 35mpg average, and 45mpg+ on highway. The cabin is much quieter than my wifes Wrangler which isnt saving much, but still very comfortable and quiet. The car looks outstanding, and this reviewers favorite item (exhaust tips) are my least favorite. I could have bought a new Golf, or Civic, or had a nicely used A5 Sportback, or a Camry XSE with panoramic sunroof. However, the VW Golf will never last as long, the Civic has the terrible 1.5L with oil dilution and head gasket issues, the A5 Sportback will be good for a while but won't make it into high miles without issues (my A6 at 80k needed a new CVT and head gasket...), and the Camry is just not sporty enough or fun to drive although better for a family with kids. I considered new Trucks and SUVs including Escalade, 4Runner Limited 2022, and even the Ram 1500 full loaded 4x4, but they all have one big downfall...they're all gas hogs and in 2022 that's just unnecessary and ancient tech. The Corolla hatchback will probably be around longer than me, has incredible MPG at near hybrid levels, and is somewhat fun to drive. Why waste money on other cars? I have heated seats, apple carplay, remote start, digital dash, homelink rear view mirror, smart key with push to start, lane keep assist and radar cruise control, as well as a refined suspension system (look up Savagegeese video on this car). Highly recommended!

[@PaulHo]

Picking on Android users while wearing those sandals is tragic.

[@modmatt1]

Trolling us Samsung owners? Lol! Great review.

[@steveprinty5674]

stop asking me to change my name! Only if they are wearing socks too. 😖

[@whispmeaway]

stop asking me to change my name! You must have nasty feet!

[@whispmeaway]

I guess i have no choice haha

[@marcusakers7245]

FR

[@brotatoechip.akaBC80]

For most people the back of the hatchback on the Corolla is their favorite design in this car. It’s just so Gnarly looking with blacked out windows

[@Lindeberg91]

Love it. It looks great from the outside and so comfy from the inside!!

[@smitty2jones]

I like that you didn't treat it like some world beater like every other reviewer seems to; "Bah! this thing is so slow! Shaq wouldn't even fit in here!" You have the MPG rating wrong at the end, the video shows the XSE's rating, but the SE CVT is rated at 32/42

[@nathanjames498]

Totally won me over with the TE37 comment!

[@slatt33]

Coolest looking hatch in the world !!!

[@simonstegel]

I hope the presenter makes a review of the new BMW 3 series this winter. It was also because of his review on some other channel at the time that I bought one. I also think it was one of the best reviews I have ever seen on youtube and I am subscribed to a lot of car reviewing channels. Good job.

[@dualityofman1253]

The seats in the hatch are much nicer than the Corolla sedan. The steering is well weighted too, unlike the sedan. Not a fan of the giant tablet stuck on the dash though. I hope it rides well, a little sporty, but not too harsh.

[@stephane7484]

One of the best , great job as always

[@jerbearnotabear6818]

Finally a review on the SE thank you!!

[@Gabriron01]

Try to minimize personal conflicts when reviewing cars. Aim to be more objective and think about what people like me who are in market for a new compact car would want to know. Let us decide on the looks other small bits. This review is a true disappointment, the car on the other hand, is amazing!

[@ralph5476]

I had the last model Corolla hatch, and now have this one. Both had/have CVT auto box. They have removed the "ash tray" / coin box on the drivers side on the dash. They have removed the sun glasses compartment above your head, next to the interior lights. They have removed the extra top centre console small compartment for the mobile phone. They have removed the extra cigarette lighter outlet to the rear seats. (I used it for the dash cam power). The rear door latch is no longer half way up the door, but at the bottom - must now bend down to unlatch it. Auto CVT gearbox is not as smooth as the last one. Lots of gimmicky things like side-radar that is sooo off-putting to use. It slightly fights you as you steer. Enough buttons and menus to sink a battleship, but no maps. Doesn't feel more powerful at all, in spite of 200cc extra engine capacity. While it is a nice car, I am not convinced that it is as good as hyped. ...little things.

[@lazerbubbles3630]

Thank you for your feedback!!!!! What year was your last model you had? ❤

[@ralph5476]

@@lazerbubbles3630: Current one purchased in 07/2018. Not sure of the actual year of the last Corolla, but it was the model immediately before it. We gave the last one to our son, me thinking that the hype of this model meant it would be something extraordinary. In my opinion, it wasn't (and isn't). While it is a good car v- most Toyotas are OK - it is most definitely NOT up to the hype. I would probably now add that all the plastic on the front is FAR too much. It comes loose on the slightest scrape over a driveway, and has to be re-clipped in.

[@K03sport]

I like the dark headliner (option); most are light gray, regardless of interior color, for that 'airy' feeling

[@TheSynecdoche]

Airy feeling would be best served by more headroom. Don't designers know about the tendency of people to grow taller?

[@gene978]

Not one mention of the best feature? Toyota Safety Sense P in every version of this car. Yeah, Great Review?

[@MiguelRPD]

gene978 and LED daytime running lights !

[@TrendyTryhard]

S. D. H. Good thing “good drivers” never make mistakes

[@blinkblink2255]

@S. D. H. /r/iamverysmart

[@navi_exl]

My mom has a 2017 Ford Focus SEL Sedan fully loaded except the cold weather package. We have the Sedan variant with the Oxford white paint.

[@henryhonda8408]

NOT a Ford fan but to each his own (car problems).

[@elai3147]

more rear legroom would make it just about perfect

[@agnwstosstratiotis]

Sports Touring it is then! :P

[@Paco_Burrito_Suave]

I like what they did to improve driving dynamics (IRS and match rev man trans)and interior content. My only complaint is tight back seat and maybe a little more cargo room. Oh and android auto.

[@bloo22ca]

I want the cvt version only for the JBL upgrade. But i love manual

[@Krzrrazrrokr]

My car had really nice white paint. In 1994.

[@birdyashiro1226]

The white color makes this car cuter, so I ordered a white one instead of a blue one.

[@sleeps1581]

That front bumper is mean af

[@jrnumex9286]

i am looking at a '21 se. no reviewers get in that back with seats down test for weekend travelers/ campers if needed.

[@MartinezFAMHawaii]

Affordable and Reliable

[@hope4surf]

Great review!!! Thanks!

[@ahmedsaeed272]

Whats new in that These features are taken from corolla gli ... vitz and lexus ct 200h

[@busywl69]

ipads stuck on car dashes. ugh.

[@astronaut205]

*its illegal to drive wearing slippers

[@RicardoCanedoMX]

Σακης Ρουβας No, in the USA it's not.

[@TrendyTryhard]

Ricardo Cañedo it is illegal to drive barefoot however

[@fireheartis1]

So the J lights started with the 2019 Hatchback? That's kind of cool really.

[@eviljigglypuff2329]

the torque comes on at high rpm basically means get the 6 speed and have fun lol

[@itzed]

So sick of fake exhaust tips.

[@keiserious]

Dual fake tips for a single outlet...😹

[@kevina2052]

Then buy some tools, cut some holes when no one is looking. Reroute the exhaust... DONE

[@MiguelRPD]

Ed Mathews Who cares. it's an economy car.

[@tbvv6729]

I don't mind the fake exhaust tip. This is an economy car after all.

[@henryhonda8408]

If it's an economy car then why dual exhaust and fake ones at that?

[@lr937]

Dont complain about t speeds,tranny, etc, u driving a car with one of t best tech available, a car that will spend most of its life on city driving not a race track, buy it and enjoy it, it will give you many years of reliable good service, it is a bulletproof Toyota

[@stevec3526]

Sorry, this review is a lame mess.

[@hamedjabarian1155]

Funny, where are twin middle air conditioning vent in console?

[@maremacd]

7:10 And a lot of standard safety features!

[@johncgibson4720]

I just bought my hatchback tonight, paid down payment, picking up tomorrow. All these highlights of "great things" are making me very, very nervous. I wanted the same corolla to replace my 16 year old boring corolla that no thieves want to touch and insurance companies give insurance for free, not a sports car attracting attentions. The hatch is for loading business assets/machines, not for shows.

[@thenman23]

so do you like it?

[@go86go]

dang, that screen is huge and sits on top of the dash, as if there's not enough distraction from driving these days. Can auto makers refrain from these giant screens until they have self-driving cars?

[@nikkisavo7293]

He's talking about the Golf like it is kicking. Doesn't it have 170 hp or are there other options the Volkswagen offers to up that? (Sorry guys idk much about Volkswagens. That's why I'm asking!)

[@pureabsolute4618]

True -- but the VW has a lot more torque. And probably (because Turbo) it is available much earlier in the RPMs. This handles a lot better than the Golf of 2 years ago!!

[@seb42]

Please help me understand, how does the "manual mode" in the CVT automatic work? In a traditional automatic, I understand it but in a CVT it makes no sense.

[@pureabsolute4618]

While a CVT can have a million ratios which it uses to choose the optimal RPM for cruising or acceleration, you can also simply just choose (in this case 10) specific ratios to travel through as you accelerate. Yes, during acceleration you lose some of the benefits of the CVT, but the CVT is *more* flexible than an automatic; not less. The CVT with discreet shift points could be (depending on programming) still better than an automatic, since the actual ratios chosen for the appearance of shifting can differ based on how hard you mash the gas pedal (lower ratio closer shift points for a hard press, and the opposite if you press it gently).

[@BanBiofuels]

I really enjoyed the review, but you should have mentioned your real-world MPG figures. I agree the front end is ugly, but for those who want Toyota reliability they may find a way to live with it. The Civic hatchback looks like an alien lawnmower to me. I liked the Corolla interior a lot. It looks rugged inside and well thought out. The big screen is nice. Does it pick up HBO?

[@rightlanehog3151]

CC, Car & Driver got 40 mpg highway with the SE automatic.

[@JFomo]

That engine bay looks a mess. Don't engines have rocker covers anymore?

[@bardia4284]

What color is it ? Super white or bilizard pearl

[@koukimonzta]

If i can put my mtn bike in there disassembled ill take one !

[@gmman010983]

Is there going to be a sedan version?

[@hsvcommodore4111]

keri ellerbe ofcourse

[@MichaelCheng628]

Lol

[@kevina2052]

There is a sedan, it has a much more traditional front end, the back as well. I don't know if I like either.

[@nlpnt]

In a year or so. For now the old model sedan's carried over.

[@mqayyum9226]

yes will launch as a 2020 model

[@cedricbauer2025]

the car looks amazing what the f*** is his problem

[@kevina2052]

Cedric Bauer amazing for a corolla, slow your roll and explain yourself!

[@K03sport]

Could be it's not the XSE trim w/6spd...he got the base w/Cvt....i'd be slightly 'disgruntled' too....

[@americanserb1marindol211]

It's a woman's car.

[@astronaut205]

Cedric Bauer indeed.. corolla looks amazing

[@kylenelson8417]

I agree...this car looks awesome

[@ampiciline]

sir , can u do a review on kia forte 2019

[@frostmelody]

Get the Mazda 3. Save the money.

[@unjust2u]

You must be joking. Where did you get those shoes?

[@ingenunis5003]

unjust2u What does his shoes have to do with anything!?😛 He is giving a good presentation.

[@shinrips]

The Galactic Aqua looks cool. the white,...nah.

[@pureabsolute4618]

I thought the white looked good despite it not being my favorite car color. None of these reviews have had the "Smoked Paprika" (my guesstimate at its actual name might not be correct). Check *that* out before deciding on the blue ;)

[@myvenusinuranus]

Scotty Kilmer would be proud

[@Toyota4Life]

You talking about "performance" alot... do you not know this isnt the performance model? anyway Hopefully Toyota will come out with a hot hatch model (gazoo Racing) but until then this is a great sporty comfortable daily driver

[@mansourq.689]

Toyota4Life if they make a Corolla GRMN , ohh boi im definitely getting one. It would be the perfect hot hatch, i feel like they will make it coz the hot hatch market is getting busy with lots of buyers and new rivals coming from left n right

[@samariaj4473]

That shit is clean! I'm getting this shit!

[@upperleftnorthwest4278]

Te37 everything!

[@py1211]

Corolla or not this is by far the best hatchback on the market.

[@bh2155]

If you put a different front /back grill and headlights this car wouls be a chevy cruze hatchback.

[@kevina2052]

The rear end bump out is identical to an older Mazda 3 hatchback.

[@spook5756]

B B and a Chevy Cruze will become a Mazda 3 and so on. They all look pretty nice to me. Pick the one that fits you best.

[@sheelotastic]

Looks pretty cool

[@MrBluoct]

Strut brace Better tires

[@fwiler]

Wish they had back end come out a few more inches to line up with the bumper. It would gain more utility in back end too. And get rid of the the ugly giant weird shaped grill. And get a turbo in there! You know, better torque and gas mileage. Especially for us in higher elevations. There's a reason why everyone compares to golf/gti. Yet no other car company gets it. Oh and get the damn ipad below the dash! Thanks for finally! realizing people don't want sloppy no weight steering. At least you got something right.

[@Notreallysorry]

This guy would rather have a car built in mexico. (GULF)

[@Mike-rq1pt]

Your body is too long man, you need to drive a suburban or something

[@ishyriver1418]

Lord knows I didn’t pay 20000 for my se

[@Ian-qe3ox]

How much did you pay? I’m looking at one with 3k miles for 27k

[@bostjankokot505]

How tall are you?

[@Kingthin]

I will say they have improved the look a bit but not a Toyota fan.. no thanks

[@slatt33]

too bad, Toyota is the best 1

[@Kingthin]

U can tell u are of a certain immature mind

[@randyle4520]

Cool

[@Notreallysorry]

Is Honda still telling the public they can put 87 octane into the turbo engines???? LOLOLOL

[@bobbyraejohnson]

It's good looking but not great but me personally have not loved toyota looks. Except new Tacoma's.

[@justin94block]

who tf uses alexa tho. lol WHY TOYOTA.

[@birdyashiro1226]

I guess I have to buy an iphone again (resident sleep

[@lancejong723]

It looks smaller than sedan.

[@pureabsolute4618]

It is -- the sedan's rear seats are HUGE, especially considering the class it is in (39 inches). Add to that the trunk. But it is slightly bigger than the iM.

[@lonestar199]

Cvt transmission are junk. 6 speed is better.

[@tatt00l]

Arrogant much?

[@parispc4726]

So this guy is supposed to know about cars and says it's "one of the best selling cars" in the world.

[@newlisboalife8855]

Put some shoes on!

[@angelbmfatg]

Who styles you??? You need to get rid of those sandals

[@Drumsticksmcgee]

Apple,lol.

[@michaelstead4062]

Terrible aesthetics on the reviewers part.

[@liueric1988]

lolololololol

[@jamievidd775]

It’s overpriced and subpar compared to the Mazda 3 or Golf or Elantra GT. It’s demographic are the blind Corolla sheep.

[@henryhonda8408]

and only compatible with the Apple sheep phone...... match made in heaven lol

[@RicardoCanedoMX]

HenryHonda Honda's are garbage!

[@RicardoCanedoMX]

Jamie Vidd It's reliable unlike the competition.

[@derekwebster8442]

You're an idiot. My family has an 04 Accord and we have never had 1 serious issue. There are still a Ton on the road. In fact, on my street alone three people own the same car as me.

[@jamievidd775]

The sheep must be hypnotizing you. VW, Hyundai, and Mazda are all reliable. I've had all 3 with no issues. Get educated.

[@SG-sz5vh]

Toyota! Why no available sun roof?! One can be had on the ugly, boring corolla sedan

[@duyle7031]

nice prius

[@ncvman]

I'd rather walk somewhere then drive in one of these things. Terrible exterior look.

[@slatt33]

What? it's the best looking hatch in the world !!! The golf is UGLY !

[@tfries72]

It’s just a car. It’s reliable, great on gas and the interior is great which btw is what you’ll be looking at most of the time being in the car when you drive it anyway. Logic for car people gets thrown out the window. It’s a car

[@mariehatton6268]

I have one great drive and park..easy.

[@baddfagg]

Isn't the engine cover used for noise reduction, not just aesthetics?