2020 Toyota Corolla Build - Daily Driver Challenge - Part 4 of 4

[@FenixTX717]

I think you guys did a great job on this and I like watching more of these types of videos from you. I think you should keep doing more shorter builds like this Corolla. This also makes me want one now lol but only thing I think I would do differently is delete 1 of the resonators in addition to the custom axleback exhaust you did. I know it's hard to tell on the video but I'm sure it needs just a little more sound for my liking. :)

[@blazesimpson8830]

Why would anyone want to see a video that shows their face 90% of the time instead of actually showing us what the car is actually doing?

[@muhfreedom]

Mine has a resonator delete and custom 2.5" catback

[@FenixTX717]

@@blazesimpson8830 I agree on that aspect but what I was referring too was just doing more short car builds. I agree less of their faces and more of actually showing the car lol

[@chriscronin7306]

C. N. Don’t do the res delete. I did to my 2020 corolla se sounded terrible. Ended up putting it back to stock.

[@xRockee]

this mini series has turned the 2020 Corolla into my next daily for sure.

[@alexmaknz]

Pretty decent cars, I drive one as my company car. Looks way better than the last few years models thats for sure

[@TehAjan]

Yessir get it I’ve been enjoying it since then.

[@MSR1187]

I'm shopping for one right after watching this. Already got some numbers

[@Osprey1994]

@@driftartist What else have you had though?

[@carrickdubya4765]

Save money for a power adder (turbo, NOS, etc) then add the right suspension and tires to match the cars power output. It's obvious these guys are not happy with the performance. RSR Coilovers = $2000, the Volk Wheels are $3500 but you can get Enkei TS-5 clone for $1000 plus the cost of everything else. I think these guys and everyone here would have been more impressed if they used the money for an 8-15 psi turbo, sway bars, better tires and better struts

[@feelthatfeelthat]

This is the best corolla since the very underrated XRS

[@Mountain413]

thatfeel people look at me weird when I spot an XRS. Rare vehicles but it's got great heart

[@Alltracavenger]

I owned an XRS for a little while, and I want to get one of these as my first new car. Definitely one of the best Toyotas to come out in a while.

[@italiqban]

I drive 160 miles a day to and from work. This is def on my list of cars to own now. Car looks really good, color is real nice, not overdone, just perfect. I guess my hunt for one starts now.

[@MrBenstero]

Try the civic, I tried both abd ended up with the honda for the reasons I stated above. I'm also a big Toyota fan but after research and test drives the honda won it for me. Get the 1.5 turbo and you won't feel the absolute need to mod it but the mods are there and decntly cheap to make it pretty quick with just a few bolt ons

[@Dongsa]

Hyundai Elantra GT N Line. 👍🏼

[@italiqban]

MrBenstero yes i wss lookin at civic sport

[@peterlai9018]

160 miles per day!!! Holy cow, might as well drive a Prius!

[@aznsumthing]

160 miles per day! Sounds like you should be driving a Tesla. Autopilot would take a lot of stress off the driving aspect too.

[@KgreProductions]

Modified corollas are always fun. I’d like to see more new cars with a build series like this!

[@Shauny808]

Build is perfection! I love my 2019 as a daily, but now I want to mod it!!

[@THEFIFTHDIMENTION]

Shaun Andrews same dude. First thing I’m doing is the front spoiler lip

[@FEVERNOVAA]

Ls swap it

[@gab_e210]

I'm putting the remark chr exhaust on mine soon

[@mr.2cents.846]

Good idea. Make it yours.

[@shaniecamacho8488]

Agreed! This video has sparked some inspiration for my 2019!

[@sirlancenolasco3552]

The hatchback immediately earned a spot in my heart as soon as it came out

[@Aglai76]

Same... till I found out it was FWD only

[@AE86FTS]

@@Aglai76 kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpK0f6iBn7l-rJo Trust me that isn't an issue

[@MrMcTavishOBS]

My only problem with it is that it looks much faster than it is. It looks like it can keep up with a focus rs but is closer to competing with a Prius.

[@willtato8778]

@@Aglai76 then you'll probably be mega interested in the Yaris gr4. Adjustable AWD and close to 250hp

[@GC-kw1gq]

The electronic button “handbrake” puts a damper on those maneuvers:)

[@hydrolics5449]

I think the corolla looks amazing, Love the gold on blue combo. You really have changed my mind into considering one of these

[@takeit1229]

I hate this series! Because I now kind of want a daily Corolla!?!

[@maskerade81]

You ain't alone. I've been obsessing over it since last year. It's like Toyota realized they can also make their Corollas look cool.

[@JoseFlores-lg3ms]

@@maskerade81 im waiting to see if that corolla GR comes to be

[@braydonbroome7473]

@@JoseFlores-lg3ms wait until about late next year, its pretty much confirmed that the gr hot hatch coming is going to be a corolla

[@jdmfreak22]

Loved everything about this series. How it progressed from episode to episode, what you did with the car, all the track footage, everything! Thanks guys!

[@marbles2466]

Tastefully done and mods the average person can do on a modest budget

[@egibson2266]

“The hottest boi in town” lol

[@JasonHoangGT]

I'm sizzlin.

[@revaholic]

He's a looker for sure ;)

[@canadiangoldenerahondas]

I was at my local Toyota Dealer picking up parts last year for my 98’ and I considered buying the new Gen for the body style alone! Love the package you boys put together, here!

[@chasinglimits]

These Corolla build videos are really making me get a Corolla but not easy to find one in Manual around here! Very impressive work guys!! 👍👍

[@peteraiura3351]

I honestly haven't watched many of your videos recently, but really enjoyed EVERY SINGLE video in this series; the importance of putting some time and effort into providing information relevant to your viewer base cannot be overstated. I think a lot of youtube viewers wrench vicariously through the unattainable build series (many of us can barely afford our DD, much less afford a dedicated second build). However, with this series, you build something that your viewers can replicate on their own cars. In terms of ROI for driving enjoyment, modifying a car you drive every day is far more enjoyable than a weekend ride or dedicated track car. If we want to keep the joy of automotive enthusiasm alive, I think this is the way to get there.

[@kinncj]

loved the series, something that anyone can literally do... would love to see a "daily driver brz" one :-)

[@JesusMartinez-wx5jy]

I love the Corolla Hatchback and I love the mods you’ve done with it 😁

[@__-hb2kt]

For a reliable and affordable, average horsepower commuter car, your set-up is as good as it gets. You improved everything about this car without going over the top. Some folks want a sharp looking ride with better driver experience that will never see a race track. Now if you will excuse me, I'm going to go hug my little hatchback.

[@ballstein30]

brakes + lsd + supercharger on part 5

[@kjacometti1985]

I like me both formats, I recently found your channel and I am loving catching up with the older stuff.

[@egibson2266]

This build series is perfection, Toyota owes you a solid for boosting their Corolla sales, I have heard nothing but good things from your build. I would consider it myself if I didn’t have a tundra for work.

[@n0nlocal]

I loved this series. Obviously you guys should keep doing the full on builds that we all love but I'd definitely like to see more of this. I'd appreciate seeing some mild builds on common used market enthusiast dailies and having you show us what improvements can be had without ruining your street car!

[@n0nlocal]

Also Jason did a great job and the outside view of the changes added a lot. The better drivers on your KZbinr Miata series provide this too and frankly now I want to see it on all your builds

[@SpartanMatt117]

I’ve had my 2019 one for a year now. Really like it still cuz the gas mileage is so good and it’s fun to drive. I’ve added a few changes like an exhaust 😂

[@acacium]

My wife just bought a new 2020 Corolla 6mt flame blue. I love it! The color is amazing and there is nothing better than a manual transmission. No Android auto though in the USA. Great build. Super fun to watch. I don't think ours will be getting modded though.

[@omarquiroz2532]

Awesome build Speed Academy! Got myself a Nightshade Hatchback and the LED’s really stand out. It’s just missing the lip kit and spoiler

[@mr.h3603]

This is definitely a success, from a mini-series and mod project standpoint. It's refreshing to watch affordable everyday cars being built properly. You make me wanna buy a corolla too 😂😂😂👌👌👌

[@donr8773]

Great 4 part series. I just bought this car in a 2021 XSE 6 speed manual silver metallic w/black metallic roof. I love it. looking forward to lower maintenance auto. Traded a 2012 VW Jetta Sportwagen TDI W/a DSG double clutch Transmission and 80K miles on the odometer. It was a hot rod, for sure, compared to the new Corolla, but for daily driving, maintenance cost and sheer dependability, the Corolla should be a hands down winner.

[@richardanderson9092]

Really enjoyed this build. I like keeping up with new releases. Can say will test drive a Corolla hatch as a replacement for our 2012 Focus SE Sport should we come to that sooner than I'd like.

[@csl750]

Got it spot on guys... Maybe just to be able to see the tail pipe at the back

[@wurlyone4685]

I'm absolutely not a modern Toyota man (literally anything they have built since the 90s) - they leave me completely cold... But I really like the mods you guys did to this. Made it looks tons better, very purposeful and sharp, but still understated and stylish. Shouldn't have expected anything else from you guys though tbh - what can I say, you just know how to build cars properly!

[@benrittenhousedotcom]

“You’re making me want a corolla.” No bigger compliment then that. Well done guys. Now lsd and boost? Or do you just swap a Lexus drivetrain?

[@FinalDriveshow]

I reviewed this Corolla on my channel a few months back, and it's no factory hot hatch. However, you guys did a great job turning up the wick with clean & simple mods. 👍🏾

[@DeeZeeGR]

I want this car!!! I saw it at a dealer and felt in love with that

[@evannoriega-thomas371]

I always loved this chassis's look and these mods make me want one as a daily. It gives me hope that there is still hope for modern hot hatches in the tuner world.

[@rianhassan3149]

I have had my eye on this car since it came out. 169hp, 151lb ft tq, six speed manual, and auto rev-matching (bummer for the spirited car guys but will save you a trans so it gets a pass). It needed Android Auto, which it got. Next is more power, maybe a nice bump to 200 with a small turbo. And a sunroof. But Toyota, if you're listening, I'll skip the sunroof if you give it more power. This is a great platform and I'm happy someone made a video with modifying this car. Europe gets the Yaris hot hatch, so Toyota, we know you're capable of cool stuff. Please do it. PS: I don't like hatches. This car changed my mind. I will own one.

[@agentlandy]

Guys. This was a great set of videos for the realistic budget most people have. Not everyone can afford the high prices of tuning hi end cars or hi end parts. Thoroughly enjoyed this trilogy. Maybe do a series for mid budget next. Then high budget for views 😆🤟🏻

[@grantapalooza998]

People in the car community should welcome more things like this done to cars. There's so much gate keeping in the community where if you don't have the best sportscar and most power than your car is trash. But in reality we don't need the most aggressive setup for a car to enjoy it. Good brakes, tires and suspension is pretty much what you need, and you done even need that. It's nice to have a car that can take the abuse of daily driving, rain, snow, potholes, road debris kicking up, reliability, and affordable to maintain is something that you miss when you mod a car too far

[@calebrasak6941]

I loved this series guys! I am in the market to pick one of these up towards the end of 2020 for a daily driver instead of my tundra.

[@dorranrobinson6207]

Toyota my brand for life..👍👍👍❤

[@shiftdowntv4511]

Both the long and the short build series are a lot of fun. I like a mixture of the big builds with these mini-builds scattered in between. Great work fellas!

[@MrJasons9]

Corolla looks awesome, done up just right with tasteful mods. I still prefer the longer more involved builds personally, but it nice to see you guys mixing it up a little. Its nice to see some sport put back into the corolla, this has changed how I look at the corolla for sure.

[@danielchan8802]

Congratulations Speed Academy for building a great looking Corolla yet capable for street/track..! For major audience's sake, I would think this kind of short build series able to attract more audience range from beginner to hardcore car guy.. For me, I like it technical and detailed videos as always ,but this series I found it enjoyable and fun to watch too! (After done modified, compare the differences with actual stock car👍🏻👍🏻) The Corolla build is on sweet spot, clean and sporty look, eye candy for car enthusiast. Support from Malaysia! 🇲🇾

[@93455Driver]

An LSD away from perfection? Looks awesome, the gold wheels with the light blue body works really well. Like this this short, relatively easy build project, more please.

[@jcarey26]

I'm really loving what you guys did to the car. I think it would be a great fun little daily car!

[@ryanpeace1664]

I really like everything about this. Cool car, cool build, I really like the mini series.

[@RiCanLips4u]

So glad I found this channel. I just bought a 21 XSE m/t and already bought new tires 255/35 (Toyo’s) Aodhan 18x18.5 +35 DS5’s, lowered on RS-R superdown springs. And am getting ready to add exhaust, lip kit, wing and racks! This car is a blast to drive!! #goplaces

[@speedacademy]

Our lip kit is for sale. Holler if you want to buy it. [e-mail]

[@erikmiles5536]

I like both your in depth work with the long term builds and these shorter builds. It is enjoyable when you build and test in stages. Like the mustang project.

[@johnny112115]

I’m glad I saw this series. I didn’t even had the Corolla hatch even as a possibility. Now I’m getting my own next week. It’s awesome that this car can be fun and practical at the same time not to mention it doesn’t look bland.

[@FrankkMedia]

The new Corolla hatch is really nice. Different from any Corollas released before

[@ClearCvltvre]

I've been eyeing the Corolla hatchback as a daily and this series made me want it more ❤

[@jeffreymoore4132]

This has been a great series, and I'd argue more in line with most people are likely to do. I love involved builds, but they kind of live in fantasy car land. Sure, some of us have been fortunate enough to do them, but few of us do them regularly as it's really throwing money into a fire (you'll never get back the money you put in). This is a build/series anyone can approach and apply to their situation.

[@matthewlittle6940]

man i love the look of the new corolla

[@AngelFloyd27]

The car is on point guys, just right for daily driving. Not over the top at all, yet very stylish. Perfect amount of stance.

[@calebmarquez7651]

Really enjoyed this series! I own a 2015 brz and my 2019 corolla hatchback is my daily driver. I really enjoy seeing the comparison! This series probably changed my mind on keeping the corolla a stock daily.

[@Scudw0rth]

I would love Toyota to make a hothatch version of this following along to what you guys did, very well done! Looks very OEM+

[@rockzs74r]

There is a GR version of this car

[@0163844098]

RWD from the factory sounds alright

[@fastec5]

@@rockzs74r I mean, there isnt. Toyota said they "might" make one. Maybe. Hasnt been announced yet.

[@rockzs74r]

@@fastec5 it is available as 2020 model with hybrid powertrain. However it is UK exclusive

[@chrisvela5462]

@@rockzs74r is there? I know they did one of the Yaris

[@ccons003]

Perfect build for a daily driver for sure. This would be perfect to take to a Autocross and drive to the stores. Clean and not overstated.

[@og-iw3ni]

Perfect car/build for the everyday man. Toyota/Speed Academy you did this one right. Now please work with other other manufactures and do more. Also great job bringing in outside opinion like that.

[@Danielism]

If the interior was as nice as my Mazda3 GT, this would have been a SERIOUS contender. Very well done guys!

[@Maxfli82]

Exactly. I seriously considered this with my Mazda3 as well. But the Mazda3 interior is just light years ahead of the competition. Very nice place to spend time.

[@markross369]

You all hit this one in the right direction... I look at the car in a complete different way, hell I would buy one.

[@BIGE2333]

This convinced me my next car is the Corolla hatchback , thanks guys!

[@shortsweetreviews]

Excellent excellent excellent video series. My daily is a 2020 Corolla Hybrid and I was toying with the idea of RSR coils. This helps a lot. Again great great job.

[@DavidRider]

loved this episode so well put together as always

[@JBoulter11]

I prefer your more technically-oriented builds, but this was a cool experiment I enjoyed watching. I come to Speed Academy predominantly to learn things.

[@ninoellison7793]

Loved this project! Hope to see more similar short builds this year. Great job guys!

[@SpecificationR]

hottest boi in town 12:26 lol i'm not going to lie, i want a new corolla as a daily now too. I like this style of build. it reaches out to more people. lowered on nice wheels with simple mods is how I do most of my cars now anyway.

[@WarriorsPhoto]

Great way to end the series about this car. I enjoyed it a lot. (:

[@mats7984]

this was awesome, definitely more of these. maybe tune this one's dampers for the streets etc. and then you and other youtubers can review it on the street like the miata on the track

[@TankRust]

Great job with this series! Very representative of what someone would do to their own daily driver. You went just far enough to add some track and visual benefit without compromising comfort too much.

[@psewgobind]

I like the mainstream car builds. Would love to see a 2.0l 6mt Civic build and pit against Corolla build. Slow na engine battle can still be fun.

[@Ztaal3]

Great looking car, but I would love to see how it would respond to some power mods, and if its possible to tune in anyway

[@jonjonsalon5469]

Speed Academy you guys nailed it with this build. I saw the Corolla hatch last 2018 on the net while in the Philippines and then finally saw one in person at the 2019 LA Autoshow. I’m not a big Corolla fan at all but seeing how cool this hatchback looks makes me want to get one myself. Unfortunately there are no hatchbacks available in the Philippines just the sedans. But with your build we can actually get a taste of how it would look like with a daily in mind. Thumbs up to Speed Academy! 👍🏼👍🏼

[@benjamengiangeruso428]

I recently got a all black se hatchback and I love it I can't wait to do a set up like this!

[@Julenissa]

Looks sick, love the colors.

[@marioayala2318]

You guys do a excellent job with the Corolla Hatchback. I have a CVT 2019 SE Model Smoke Paprika color and I love it. Is a daily car but I put some modifications like TRD wheels, front lip, RSR Down Springs, the OEM Spoiler even the OEM Fog Lights and Mud Flaps. Is a economical car on gas, rides great and I hope do more mods in the future.

[@thivakarsaravanamuthu4744]

Nice

[@darthhomie]

Hey DP, I don't know if you have tried anything for your motion sickness. But I use ginger extract that comes in a dropper, and adding like 5-10 drops to a bottle of water and drinking it 10-15 minutes before you go out on the track might help. It's done wonders for me.

[@JesseCarmichaelAutos]

Very cool to see how well the platform responds. Got some at work as company cars, I was impressed even in base trim. Thoroughly enjoyed this mini series!

[@hsvcommodore4111]

Thank you guys for this series, I found you channel just recently and i'd love a second series of this with the mazda 3

[@OriginalRangsta12]

I think Toyota did a good job at designing a decent looking car to start with, and all your mods were very tastefully executed. I liked the series, but I'm biased and like all your stuff anyway. Great content guys!

[@eriqrosado3337]

the new carola looks great with the gold on blue looks amazing the lip kit is a very tasteful and very pleasing to the eyes the color combos are very pleasing to the eyes! All in all car looks amazing little mini series is great! A happy medium between large builds and small builds would be ideal!

[@MrBenstero]

You guys did good on it. As far as value and overall enjoyment, my choice of cars were small hatch backs and I decided to go to the civic hatch sport, both for the massive increase in interior room and cargo as well as the stronger engine that is easily modifiable as well. I don't regret it one bit but it is good to see the corolla did so well on the track once you modded it.

[@jdcompton328]

I like the short, quick build series you did here. That being said I also like the longer builds - ie super car killer m3. You guys are killing it. As for the corolla, I don’t think I would have ever looked at a corolla before this build. Of course TE37’s on anything is BA. The blue and gold really pop and works really well. Just goes to show you that the right wheel/tire package can make or break any car.

[@willmoua1]

Perfect sport-sprinkled daily

[@EllieDreebGaming]

Absolutely stunning 😍 saw a beauty the other day so this defo caught my eye. Great performance too x

[@malifestro7596]

It's very good! I have loved the new Corolla since it was released. The whole shape is spot on, but the front end is killer. If Toyota had released this 4 years ago with a turbo and a limited slip it would have gone head to head with the ST twins and probably crushed them.

[@r-amores8173]

Huge fan of your stuff and enjoyed this little build a lot. The new Corolla is really appealing I think

[@maskerade81]

This is a great four part series and you just made me love and want a Corolla Hatch for my daily fam-bam driver. The modifications though simple, makes it look pretty bad ass and elegant at the same time. Thanks for doing this and confirming that I really WANT a Corolla to replace my 2005 Scion tC.

[@OliverRivettCarnac]

I think you nailed the very tasteful mods and didn't go too far. How could one go wrong with TE37's ... I mean I'd love that on almost anything.

[@Streaker2017]

I think the New Corolla's have won a place in my heart and definitely will buy one in the near future

[@birdsnestfishing698]

I think this was the perfect little build and if I didn’t have 3 kids with the need to have my big superduty and my wife’s atlas I would totally get one of these for a daily! This is a great smaller car and perfect little mods!

[@bensonc627]

Great series of building video. I was owner of 2016 iM and keep telling my friend how it drive and I would surprise ppl if I bring a fxxking corolla to the track. Now, you guys blows out my bubble.

[@edwardramos9666]

Awesome to see an affordable car build!

[@ryandobkins9450]

always had a soft spot for old school corolla's like the TE37 and TE31 and of course the AE85 and AE86, but this car has me seriously considering a Toyota for my next daily and I've been driving Volkswagen for the last 10 years.

[@jhinfufu1968]

I just bought the 2021 corrola hatchback xse and love it. I’m searching for inspiration in moding it out and this takes the cake. I did notice this was posted a year and was hoping you guys could take it a step further in modifications. Would love to see this bad boo modded out and have higher hp. Before I saw this i saw the Rockstar Corrola and that really inspired me to purchase this vehicle.

[@JaayPeeBuilt]

I love it! I love how simple you kept it.

[@hectorguevara572]

That’s a nice Corolla man🔥

[@TheBignate57]

Real sharp looking corolla hatch

[@armandoramos1949]

I love what you did with the Corolla. If my funds is not limited I would exactly do what you did. I would pick the pearl white with black roof or the bronze oxide. Love the lip kit that you put on . Hope you continue to work with this car. More power to you guys. Thanks for sharing.

[@FujiboHeavy]

This was awesome! I truly do love my Corolla Hatch! Plan on taking it on its first HPDE event in April, then hopefully start making it a seasonal track/commuter car :) Love what you all have done with it! What a great platform to modify for the daily driver

[@Pandadancypant]

Those wheels tho. I normally don't like the gold wheels but dang those look good with that blue.

[@descent8275]

I wonder how my 2.0 GR Hybrid performs! 1 month till it's mine! waargh!!