2023 Corolla LE - 8 week update

[@wcg66]

That first oil change is probably the most important in the life of the engine. Nothing wrong with doing it when you did. Thanks for the update/review.

[@jinsu0504]

so when should you get the oil change

[@dmulvany]

Car Care recommends doing the first oil change before 1000 miles to get the metal shavings out.

[@bradyakubovic2550]

Exact car I would buy. I'm still driving a 2000 corolla almost 400,000 kms on it, bought brand new.

[@ladye2818]

400,000 km?! How is it functioning? How often are oil changes required?

[@bradyakubovic2550]

@@ladye2818 still runs great, change the oil twice a year, hardly drive it anymore, but not scared to take on a trip.

[@rcheliyan]

It’s fake , it last around 250000km them problems

[@cmuncy4952]

Driving a 2010 with 205,000. No issues

[@CenobiteBeldar]

Keep that 2000. We need more car caring people in this world lol

[@mikelathen8397]

I have had 3 corolla's. Love them all now.

[@mirandamartin7298]

So glad I ran across your video. I just pre purchased this exact Corolla. Mine will be ready at the end of March. I would have been worried with the loud start up, so thank you for pointing that out

[@rickm8456]

Thanks for comment! You'll enjoy the car. No regrets here.

[@michalmisio64]

Great info video i just preorder mine 2023 LE with convenience package yesterday its 6 months wait time here in Chicagoland . Thank you

[@abhardwaj02]

Thanks a lot for making this video. You covered a lot of niche topics which popular review channels would never cover. 4 months to go for my LE upgrade!

[@rickm8456]

Thanks for the comment! It’s a long wait for one where you are?

[@abhardwaj02]

@@rickm8456 yeah it’s bad out here in Ontario, Canada. I wanted a hybrid because of extra torque and tons of stop signs here but all the dealers around me said it’s minimum 8 months waiting for that. So I decided for gas model which is also cheaper. Booked it in early December in the same color as your yours. Celestite is gorgeous I’m glad you and your wife are enjoying your corolla!

[@solderbuff]

@@abhardwaj02 , hehe, I also want this exact car in Ontario! I went to the dealership nearby and they said the waiting time is 3-4 months now. So, maybe, you'll get it sooner.

[@abhardwaj02]

@@solderbuff oh that’s good to know ! Were you able to get a test drive? Dealers near me had no 2L engine corollas Did you book yours?

[@solderbuff]

@@abhardwaj02 , no test drive. Our dealership only has a 2019 Corolla, lol. But we are going to order a new one anyway.

[@jackvarrella6763]

Great video! I appreciate the content as I am looking to buy one of these later this year.

[@rickm8456]

Thanks for the comment!

[@joelf.8660]

I just purchased a 2024 Corolla LE with the “Underground” Gray color. Same interior as yours. I too will be changing the oil at 1K miles. Thanks for the video. @TheCarCarNut is also a great resource.

[@ggalloortiz]

I have a Corolla exactly like yours here in Mexico City. I'l be watching your videos. Congratulations!

[@basvanderhoek9293]

Rick, when you put the defrost on the airco goes on also. Very good that you changed the oil. I did mine twice is a short time span. Splurge for the insolation shield snapped in the hood, and by a shock tower brace. It makes the car drive so much better. I love my Corolla

[@tim8971]

Where do I find a snap on hood insulation shield for Corolla?

[@basvanderhoek9293]

@@tim8971 Hi Tim, bought mine at the dealer parts department.

[@RollieFingers59]

Car Care Nut is the man! Great stuff

[@Westcoastguy]

Thanks for the update. The base corolla seems like a real solid car. I'm looking at getting this as my next car. Thanks.

[@rickm8456]

Thanks for the comment. We are at 7500 miles now. No regrets!

[@16B9]

I watch that Toyota mechanic too on youtube. Just yesterday he was talking about the discontinued Avalon and what a really great car it was in the Hybrid. I found a 2021 locally with only 26K on it used. Arriving at the car lot, when the salesman went to demo the car, the battery was dead. Of course the salesman said, "oh that's okay we can jump it". A pilot friend of mine always says,, "don't start out with a known problem". So much for considering a used $37,000.00 Avalon. I was out of there. :)

[@HermannTheGreat]

Good choice, there's a reason these toyotas are available used in dealer's lots in 2023/24, they're the ones being dumped not kept.

[@efremendez]

Madd crazy loud econobox startup i love it!

[@sunnyskiesblue]

I have a 21 Corolla LE bought in December of 2020. Really no complaints.

[@thomassanio8745]

Gotta love the mileage, also a surprisingly good ride for small car👍

[@kiwiinterstates3190]

The electronic parking brake is really loud. My 2020 Camry XLE makes the exact same noise! I hope they can quiten it! We’re looking at buying a 23 Corolla for my brother to drive to college but with the Convenience Package! I am really enjoying your videos!

[@rickm8456]

Thanks!

[@Jiggysaw]

Very good review, thank you for posting Rick!!! Definitely support the break in oil change, I too am a big fan of the CAR CARE NUT.

[@keithextance6993]

Thanks for showing the groceries! Yup, big enough!

[@KLM817]

Nice car! I have always liked the Corolla and I have had 4 of them. A 1987 LE, 1989 SR5, 1992 LE, and a 2002 S. Toyota's have that parking brake noise since about 2018 on most models. I am glad they put that 2.0 engine in all of the Corolla line up.

[@aerochicc]

I'm about 3 months in on my Corolla and I'm really liking it. It's not as responsive as a Camry (which is what I had for 23 years), but I don't need all the space of the Camry. Wish Toyota's had a coupe.

[@Lyka-clock]

@@aerochicc I had a 2017 Camry and yes the 2.5 liter 6 speed was quick. I test drove the 2024 Camry and didn't like the newer 8 speed. It just had no pickup off the line even in sport mode which makes no sense. I went with the Corolla and love the direct shift cvt and also don't need a lot of space. I just miss the quiet of a Camry but will look into hood insulation soon.

[@foxgood]

as you say, it's a basic car and it does the job well without being expensive. I've had 3 Corollas in the past, I've upgraded with the Camry, I'm on my third Camry and probably my fourth when the 2024 model comes out.

[@rickm8456]

Thanks for the comment! Agreed. If you have the right expectations, there’s no issues. We really have no regrets.

[@kylehurlbrink]

You can disable the automatic electronic parking brake by holding up on the button. Just make sure to manually engage on hills.

[@rickm8456]

Good to know! Thanks

[@TimWong49152]

I have 300,000 miles on my 2007 Corolla CE and it's still holding up even through harsh Canadian winters.

[@rickm8456]

Nice!

[@Barbbfly]

The 2023 corolla hybrid doesn't come with a block heater

[@ladye2818]

@@Barbbfly What's a block heater?

[@CC19524]

Rick Murray, your videos plus Car Care Nut convinced me that a Corolla with the 2.0 liter engine is a solid purchase. Mine is also an LE and it will arrive in March. I will also do 5,000 mile intervals for oil changes. Im retiring a 2004 Accord with 215,000 miles. I expect this Corolla to out due it if properly maintained. The safety features are night and day compared to my current vehicle. I agree about absorbing bumps and pot holes. It was the chief reason I didnt select the Mazda3 with its 18 inch wheels and low profile tires.

[@rickm8456]

Nice! Yeah, the more I live with the 2.0 engine the more I am impressed by it. I took my family of four out today on a long drive. The engine had no problems accelerating. It wasn’t really affected, even with a full car.

[@riceburner4747]

AMD rocks! ✊👍🇺🇸

[@rickm8456]

@@riceburner4747 I agree!

[@Alpha_7227]

@@rickm8456 Did it come with blind spot monitoring or did you get it as an option. How is the CVT, have they fixed it so it doesn't make a terrible noise when you descend a hill and apply the brakes so you stay within the speed limit. Cheers.

[@alvinsimba734]

@@Alpha_7227 the Canadians get BSM standard since 2019 on their corolla till present....

[@notsodelusional]

Thanks for the review. I've gotten to the point where I am done with excessive road noise. I think the Corolla is perfect for its intended audience, however.

[@MrTheMiguelox]

Hey. The AC is suppoed to come on the automatic mode in the winter to and you don't need to turn it off, it will never blow cold air on a winter day. If the Temperature outside is below freezing it will automatically disengage the AC system even if the light is on and if it is above freezing it runs the AC in order to dry the air before it goes into the heater core, thus minimizing the chance of fogged up windows on the inside.

[@JK-xr2yv]

Great review! This vehicle is most likely to be my next daily driver.

[@rickm8456]

Thanks for the comment!

[@TD-qi2rw]

Good work on the follow up !!!

[@rickm8456]

Thanks!

[@paullee4210]

Thanks for the video. As for the automatic parking brakes, my Honda Odyssey makes the same noise and initially I thought the same as you did thinking that there was something wrong with it but that was quite normal to hear that noise both on and off. Also, as for the AC, again, my Honda Odyssey does the same when I first turn on the climate control.

[@rickm8456]

Yes, it’s my first electronic parking brake. Good to know. Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching!

[@riceburner4747]

Good for u for breakin oil change. And CHANGE EVERY 5,000. All your maintenance goals are spot on! 👍 PS U should always run compressor on your air every so often to keep parts lubricated. And u DO use air in the winter to pull out moisture.😉

[@rickm8456]

Thanks for the comment! Yes, I'm doing 5k oil changes for sure. It certainly can't hurt! Good point about the AC compressor.

[@Swimallsummer]

Useful information, thank you

[@bigrr64]

great video very informative, cant wait to get my new corolla le its same exact model and color as yours.

[@rickm8456]

Thanks! it's a nice color!

[@solderbuff]

OK, now I am considering ordering the blue one... 😅

[@CC19524]

@@solderbuff its called "Celestite". It is a mixture of blue and gray. I ordered mine with the same color. I look forward to it.

[@solderbuff]

@@CC19524 , yeah, I know. I meant, since everyone is ordering "Celestite", I might order "Blueprint" just to stand out.

[@CC19524]

@@solderbuff Blueprint is very nice but will take more effort on your part to keep clean. I personally like the Blueprint color better myself but am not interested in washing my car weekly to keep it nice.

[@robopam]

Your AC doesn't actually cut on when in auto in the cold weather. It's just available to the system to automatically dehumidify if needed.

[@anthonybarr2549]

I brought a 2022 Toyota Corolla Hatchback XSE. Part of me wished I brought a Camry considering I had every option from the factory and came out to about 27k. Although I get comments on it all the time since it came in the blue flame color. Let's hope these 2.0 engines and CVTs will hold up to their name

[@SLproreviews]

I have a corolla LE 2022. It's pretty similar to this. The one and only recommendation for anyone who is looking for an entry-level corolla, "get the LE with the convenience package."

[@rickm8456]

Thanks for the comment! I honestly thought I would regret not doing this. Not as much as I thought however.

[@CC19524]

I like using a physical key. I also thought the car had enough glass and visibility to forego the Blind Spot Monitoring. It saved me over $1,000.00 getting the base.

[@SLproreviews]

@@CC19524 You will get Smart Key, BSB and Alloy wheels for that. It's worth to spend about $1300 for that

[@jamescostello7584]

What you got the garbage Transmission in the 22 and the garbage 1.8 I sold mine after a month took a $6,000 piece of garbage

[@rick8125]

Agreed!! There difficult to find, at least hear in the Northeast, I think it has to do with it’s a big leasing state

[@jaysauer7324]

Rick, nice channel, solid content about living with a Corolla LE. The parking brake does make that sound, nothing wrong. That 2.0 engine will go for 400,000 miles plus IF properly maintained according to the owners manual. Nice job on recognizing to flush / exchange the CVT fluid at 60k. The Car Care Nut channel I also watch, as he is a Master Certified Toyota tech, but gives professional opinion / advice based on his profession about Toyota's and other brands. I work for a family dealership that owns 9 brands ( 2 Toy / 2 Lexus). I have 3 Toyota's..... 2021 XSE Corolla sedan / 2007 V6 RAV4 ( I bought used )and a 2022 TRD Tacoma. I look forward to more of your content.

[@rickm8456]

Thanks for the comment! I appreciate it. I hope the CVT will last 200k miles and beyond… I love my V6 Rav. I’ll be keeping it for a while. I would love to drive a TRD Tacoma. How do you like it?

[@jaysauer7324]

@@rickm8456 I love my TRD Tacoma. I had a TRD Tundra before the Taco. The Tacoma rides much firmer, but with more technology than my Tundra. The Tacoma is just all around the best size, platform, mileage and capability of the best midsized truck. It's the pinnacle of re-sales value also. Better than my Tundra. I have Old man Emu ( OME ) suspension going on it, that is tuned for the Tacoma. Can't wait for the install around March.

[@rickm8456]

That's awesome! I would love a Taco someday. I agree it's the perfect size. And amazing resale value as you said. I also wouldn't be against owning a 4Runner someday either. Heck - even an old Land Cruiser!

[@jaysauer7324]

@@rickm8456 I agree with BOTH of those choices! My only 4Runner was a 1998 that I bought in 2012. I Should've kept that thing. Had Chevrolets before the Toyota's. With the reliability problems on several Chevy models I had, I made my first Toyota choice of a new 2006 Tundra. After that, I'll own NO other automotive brand.

[@mikelathen8397]

Love Corolla's by so very fars so's nows.

[@hayden93]

I would personally change the transmission fluid earlier than that, probably 50k miles. You don’t change it often and in turn it isn’t a big inconvenience especially considering it will minimize transmission wear so I would do it a little earlier.

[@alexhiraldo1137]

cool review! might get one enjoy

[@davefisher1417]

im familiar with a 2022 SE corolla. happy with it

[@chinlin4362]

I have the same car. Do you feel slight vibration on steering wheel when stop at red light?

[@davefisher1417]

@@chinlin4362 no , havent noticed

[@johnnydo1620]

This was my first car and i love it so far! At first my dad and I thought there was something wrong with the engine since it was pretty loud after you turn it on.

[@rickm8456]

Right. Lots of clatter. Definitely different than my V6 RAV, but it quiets down once the port injectors turn on, and the direct injectors turn off.

[@johnfranklin5277]

Was??

[@johnnydo1620]

@@johnfranklin5277 is* mb

[@joelthorne7434]

Interesting review. Thanks for sharing. The car doesn’t actually look or sound like an economy car. It looks very sharp and sounds reasonably quiet.

[@rickm8456]

Thanks for the comment. Economy cars have certainly come a long way.

[@monroeboy80]

Great video and beautiful color. I purchased the '22 Corolla SE last Summer and so far so good. The only complaint is when there is heavy rain or I go through an auto car wash I notice water collects in the door frame on all four doors? My '16 Corolla never had that problem. I followed the Car Care Nut's instructions to remove one plug under each door(that was already done before I purchased). Hopefully you are not having the same issue.

[@rickm8456]

Thanks for the comment! I haven’t had that problem yet. Hopefully I don’t.

[@Manisonlychannel]

Planning on getting the se in about 2 months and I’m hoping everything goes well it’s not my dream car but just needed something to get to work and back

[@clench2642]

가격은 잘받으셨나요? 저는 LE 생각중인데 delivery fee & handling fee만 천불이 넘고 mark up들이 한두가지가 아니라 호갱당하는건가 싶기도 하네요

[@basvanderhoek9293]

I bought it from the Dealer in Richmond BC. It was not expensive. The shocktower brace is expensive, but worth every penny.

[@TRJ2525]

Looking at picking up a 2023 hybrid. How does the back seat fit you? Is it super tight? Keep the updates coming!

[@rickm8456]

It's not that bad at all. I've definitely been in smaller back seats.

[@Lyka-clock]

I'm doing a drain & fill every 35,000 miles on the cvt. I think it'll help keep the parts healthy for the long term. It's a sealed unit and somewhat complex so the dealer can do that. Quote was $323.00

[@calbob750]

My wife drives a 2005 Toyota Matrix with 185,000 miles. Oil change twice a year regardless of mileage. What surprises me is that the oil always looks clean. No oil between changes. Always 30 mpg average.

[@rickm8456]

Nice! Thanks for the comment.

[@joshh9179]

I work at a dealership and all of the newer Toyota’s have the loud electronic parking brake 👍

[@stevecooper7883]

Startled me when I rented the car every time I parked 😂

[@watchgeek3977]

The Highlanders dont. I am assuming you meant all Corollas

[@ZacThomas27]

My 23 Toyota Crown Hybrid has the loud electronic parking brake. I too thought something was wrong, but I now realize it’s completely normal

[@joeguzman3558]

Iv been a diesel mechanic for 46 years and when it comes to oil change - it's very important to change the oil and filter as soon as you can every 3k miles or even 5k depending on how you drive - iv been buying Toyota cars and trucks for the last 40 years I only sell them after I want a new one but not because they are given me problems , try buying Toyota filters and every now and then used Chevron supreme gas it will keep the injectors clean, Toyotas are the best quality cars for the average working class population like myself , when it comes to diesel the dodge Cummins engine it's tops I haven't looked if they still make them on the New trucks.

[@rickm8456]

Thanks for the comment. Makes sense!

[@patrickchubey3127]

There doesn't sound like a whole lot to complain about. Our 2024 Corolla ( in the same color ) will arrive at the dealership as early as next month. We're looking forward to it.

[@rickm8456]

Awesome. We have 26,000 miles on it already. Still nothing to complain about!

[@davestvwatching2408]

Excellent, how is cleaning the interior?

[@craigkr7307]

I had a 2004 Honda Civic LX with 265k miles and transmission finally went. I purchased a 2023 Corolla LE and it’s coming in 5-7 days. I’m not a car guy so I’m sure this car will be perfect for me.

[@rickm8456]

Awesome! The only other new car I ever purchased was a 2001 Honda Civic. You’ll love the Corolla! Thanks for the comment.

[@CC19524]

265,000 miles is amazing. Older Civics were much better than the new ones in my opinion. Everything is moving toward Turbocharged. I bet modern Civcs wont make it to 200,000 miles.

[@craigkr7307]

@@CC19524 From what I have read, anything from around 2015 and above are not as good as the older civics. I was also looking at a civic but I didn't like the civic sport--too sporty looking for me. I wanted something more plain looking--without all the bells and whistles.

[@tothemax3278]

Two things i noticed that i might as well answer because i had experience with one, and asked the same question about the other. 1. The electronic parking break is typically loud. My mom has an audi q7, and when the parking break engages, its quite jarring if you have the windows open. 2. The auto climate control does always turn the AC on. What this does is it makes it so the car can use it if necessary to maintain the desired temperature, but it does NOT mean it is always in use. I also had to get this question answered by the dealer because i did not like the idea of the AC always being on. Very nice video! Helps a ton as I’m considering getting one. Thank you!

[@joec1774]

Well stated; own a 2020 XSE and came here to say the same things about the electronic parking brake AND A/C. With the latter, people have a misconception that A/C means "compressor on" or "cool"; that is not necessarily the case.

[@dproulx222]

Smart move doing the break in oil change. I'm also a big fan of "The Car Care Nut' on KZbin.

[@subforceusa694]

Our 2017 has had zero issues no brakes or anything at 77,000 miles

[@Ram14250]

Changing oil at 1000 miles on a new vehicle is a very smart thing to do! I've always done that with my vehicles and have never regretted it!

[@abenezermesfin6450]

what does it help with?

[@rickm8456]

it certainly doesn't hurt!

[@MaximumDIYGarage]

@@abenezermesfin6450 It helps to remove large abrasives that accumulate during the break-in period. Decreases wear and tear on the engine. I did this on my new Mitsubishi Outlander and cut open the filter to show the chunks of break-in debris. Installed a magnetic drain plug too: kzbin.info/www/bejne/maiaaZ9-lJZ4prM

[@abenezermesfin6450]

@@MaximumDIYGarage thank you very much bro i never expected these much helpful comment you thought me something new today.

[@Ram14250]

@@abenezermesfin6450 That's the peak wear time from new engine break in. All the micro metal particles. You can't replenish metal in your engine!

[@jakekeesling7591]

Would the break in oil change mile range to change it that you've mentioned and the cvt trans fluid mile range to change it could also be applied the same to the hybrid?

[@bradjohnson9672]

A Nissan "Kicks" first recommended transmission flush is 60,000 miles then every 30,000 miles thereafter. Surprise, Surprise, Surprise. The 60,000 service is after the warranty period and on your dime. Changed it at 30,000 and noticed the transmission had a little more grip with firmer engagement. Granted there is no comparison between the two companies and cars, but still a CVT is a weak point. Thank you for your story. Great little car.

[@rickm8456]

Thanks for the comment! Interestingly the manual for the Corolla says 60k for trans fuild replace ONLY under heavy use and exessive idling. For normal use it says don't replace. I'm doing it at 60k for sure.

[@Badrattlesnake]

Yep,, my 2020 le parking brake making the same sound I usually waited for it stop then release my brake pedal. Because it's have the cvt transmission I had to smooth on gas pedal too,,hope it's last

[@rickm8456]

Thanks for sharing

[@junitorivera7019]

Sep 3, 2023 I bought it and I liked the car

[@deropol05]

Great real life review...wondering if LE or lower would make much difference considering yours seems to be about perfect bells and whistles. In California so I'm sure price will be crazy either way. Thanks

[@rickm8456]

Yeah I think it’s fine. LE is the base model in 2023. One change this year is the rear suspension is torsion. I think it’s ok, but some might no like that.

[@adeladel5934]

What gas you recommend for 2023 se Corolla? Do you hear the engine make pinging sound When you rev it up between speed 20 to 40? Thank you

[@michaelbartnek5090]

My wife has a honda cr-v with electronic parking break it too makes that noise you were talking about when you engage and disengage although it's not as loud as yours

[@Hirn_und_Herz]

Thanks sir. I have Toyota Corolla in aim for renew my current car, a Chevy Optra 2011. Despite I live in Chile and the variants of Corolla that I can find in my country aren't the same that ones are offered in the USA. your comments help a lot in order to make a decision. Regards-

[@rickm8456]

Thanks for the comment!

[@jamescostello7584]

The ones in the US are garbage

[@KennethScharf]

I took delivery of a 2023 Corolle LE Hybrid AWD about 3 weeks ago (Jan 13). Probably have around 200 miles on it right now (I'm retired and only have driven locally so far). Only issue is wonky connection to my phone via android auto, and navigating the infotanment menus in general. The hybrid is rather quiet in operation.

[@rickm8456]

Thanks for the comment. I guess you haven't had it long enough to track MPG? Just curious.

[@KennethScharf]

@@rickm8456 Only topped off the tank once (before the big temp drop in New England). With mostly city driving, about 45mpg. I expect better come the spring and after break in period is over.

[@faultless18]

Are you still getting 45mpg Corolla hybrid?

[@KennethScharf]

@@faultless18 When I shutdown the car, it reports the "average mpg" for the trip (time between start and shutdown). Here I've been seeing between 50-70mpg in 'city' driving, though it does get as low as 45mpg and as high as 90mpg for very short trips depending on the battery state of charge when starting out. The max mpg the computer will report is 99.9, and this happens when I just back the car out of the garage and then shut it down (to clean out the garage). where the engine never even starts at all. OTOH, the real time mpg screen active during driving has been hovering around 45-50mpg most of the time. Go figure.

[@malikosx]

i have a Prius with over 500k. I normally do oil changes around every 16000km. it works great no issue. if your worried about changing it at that interval just do a oil sample lab check. also ONLY use Toyota/Denso oil filters.

[@jamescostello7584]

Every 16000 miles are you an idiot that's why the Prius is all burnt oil

[@malikosx]

@@jamescostello7584 easy with the language. 16000km. I'm just sharing my experience. that why I stated get lab sample check to be sure.

[@TaylorZ2]

Great review and I love that color! I just went to buy a new Corolla but I refused to pay $5k in dealer markups and mandatory add ons. Their loss.

[@rickm8456]

That’s ridiculous. Glad you waked away. I had to call 15 dealers till I found no markups, and the color I wanted.

[@rossv7474]

I love the new 2023 prius .. i own a 2016 prius v and love it.. This new prius 2023 has awd option and has more power and over 50 mpg ... I would in courage to check it out

[@rickm8456]

2023 Prius does look good! I actually has a 2017. I brought used and got rid of it at 117k miles. I was losing coolant and the dealer couldn't figure out why. They thought they say some fluid in a cylinder.

[@roytabucanon4349]

Just bought me a black 2023 Corolla LE 2 weeks ago with 14k Miles on it.

[@noahbarber1234]

I went with a 2015 Rav4 limited because it has the 6 speed auto and was a much better deal in today's market

[@NoxNoctisUmbra]

About the auto climate and AC being on. My 2017 rav4 has an option in the menus to turn the AC off when using auto climate, i would be sure its there in the menu system for your Corolla

[@ryanb5189]

43 mpg, amazing. I just ordered the same model. Glad I’m not paying extra for the hybrid…Dealers want $2k over msrp

[@rickm8456]

Yes. Actually, I’ve taken a couple long trips on it recently. On the highway, according to the trip computer, I am getting in the upper 40s. I actually reached 50 miles per gallon on my last trip, of 150 miles.

[@ryanb5189]

@@rickm8456 wow that is incredible. What speed are you driving to get 50 mpg?

[@paulluna8099]

I have the SE version of this car and it always starts in electric mode. I have to turn my heater on for the engine to kick in. I'm wondering what other differences there are?

[@CC19524]

Rick I am using your videos as a guide until mine comes in Next month. Two things 1) Car Care Nut recommended undercoating the wheel well due to exposed steel. Ive never undercoated a car before. Was wondering what you plan to do 2)Can the Wireless Car Play work via USB cable if you choose to use the cable? Perhaps that will solve the issue of random disconnects that some have mentioned? Car Care Nut believes the issue will be resolved via software updates.

[@rickm8456]

Thanks! I’ve never undercoated a car either, but I’ve been thinking about it since I heard him say that. I’ll have to think about it further and call some places. This winter hasn’t been bad for us and our Corolla is always garaged at home,so there probably isn’t a rush. Re the CarPlay, yes it works with a wire. Keep in mind it’s USB-C now only. So you will need the appropriate lighting to USB-C cable - for IPhone. Ours hasn’t disconnected too much. And we have two phone programmed into it. My bigger beef is that it doesn’t turn the music volume down when you get a message or you press for Siri.

[@CoolGuy-rk7tc]

That’s how my 22 corolla parking break sounds

[@cougar7n10]

I agree with the transmission sentiment, my wife's Rav4 has the 8 speed and it gets great mpg for an suv and decent acceleration, also same noisy engine and parking brake. I feel like the Prius or Hybrid is a trade off, you will pay more initially and on insurance but get better MPG. With the Corolla you get a softer blow on the purchase price, less mpg, but cheaper to insure and maintain.

[@gumerdominguez4091]

You are rigth on the mone for sure you’ll do awesome with it 👍👍👍you got to work not for the fancy of it

[@jkis02]

Try this, your "Auto" Button remembers the last setting that you set right before your set into it's memory. The "Auto" button is a Temperature Memory button, so whatever temperature you feel comfortable at or with the A/C on or off is what the "Auto" Button will remember. Try playing around and see for yourself. Good Luck.

[@CursedEarthPizza]

Just got my 2024 LE a month ago, did my 1000mi oil change over the weekend. Im pretty happy with the LE, I just dont need or really want anything the higher trims have.

[@rickm8456]

Nice! So we already have 16,000 miles on our 23. Everything is going great. I’ll have to do a year update video in a couple weeks. Oh, and the oil’s been changed four times. 😂 I did the breakout and then every 5k.

[@sarahobrien3379]

How is your car? Do you feel a vibration at 1200 rpm?

[@rickm8456]

The drivetrain in general isn't super smooth but no excessive vibration at 1200 @@sarahobrien3379

[@simply-tom]

I have 253 miles on my Corolla XSE and going to do the oil change myself when it hits the first thousand miles. Then I’m going to keep changing it every 5k miles along with the free Toyota care maintenance.

[@rickm8456]

Great idea. We already have 7500 miles on ours. Two oil changes done. The third coming up at 10k.

[@politicsreporter4247]

I would always do an Oil change on my new car considering testing transportation specially the time between manufacturing to actually on road takes at least a few months.

[@jayou1987]

Changing my oil on 2018 camry le every 6/7k . Good idea. Do it myself. You should put katzkin leather in by yourself for 600$ . I did

[@jaysarchive7325]

to turn off the auto ac mode (ac turns on every time you press auto instead of remembering last setting) go to the settings and with ignition or the car turned on go to vehicle customization you can turn it off there. I believe it’s under climate settings. edit: I see you said this car doesn’t have the feature? have you still not been able to find it anywhere?

[@rickm8456]

thanks for the comment. No, I couldn't find where to disable it in the settings. I don't know why they wouldn't allow that in the LE version?

[@xp50player]

The parking brake sound is normal, and as you said, you have never used one before and have nothing to compare it to.

[@bjames8103]

They say for the cvt transmission fluid change should be at 30k that’s what read online

[@CC19524]

Car Care Nut recommends 60,000 miles. I think the owners manual says 100,000 miles.

[@EdvinGusinac]

What you're hearing when the vehicle starts up is the engine rapidly conditioning the catalytic convertor. It has nothing to do with direct vs port injection.

[@adeladel5934]

Hi, do you have any knocking sound when you speed up from 0 to 40. I have the se 2023 and it does so

[@Aku112811]

How do you think the mpg fairs to what they claim? Is it accurate ? Also how do you think the car would be for someone over 6 feet tall? Thanks

[@rickm8456]

Mpg for us he been great. 40 is easy to achieve. I think the size would be fine. The opening of the back door is a little tighter for taller people.

[@rick8125]

Our 2021 Corolla (1.8) makes the same noise shifting in park, We leased, or I would also change oil more frequently, great video and thanks for the tip of moving fan to turn on climate controls always having to shut off AC

[@davidwood7170]

I brought my 2023 Classic silver LE Dec 17th of 22. And so far at 2900 miles its doing fine. I brought the base LE and plan on adding equipment myself, such as the upscale 2023 headlights, the BSM system , etc.

[@CC19524]

David Wood, I also got the base LE with a physical key instead of push start. Ive never had a car with Blind Spot Monitoring and upon test drive felt there was sufficient glass and visibility to avoid paying the extra $1200. I was not aware you could add it manually. Its something I may consider down the road if I feel it is necessary.

[@davidwood7170]

@@CC19524 I've got 27 + years of engineering background. So I guess that helps. lol.. My plan is to get a BSM system off eBay, purchase the OEM style BSM mirror assembles from eBay, and using the Factory service manuals for the wiring, hook everything up and make it work .

[@asthadhamala6162]

Is it better to buy Toyota Corolla LE on gas or hybrid.

[@bertblue9683]

Don't ever feel bad for changing oil earlier than mfg recommendation. Especially the first one.

[@CoolGuy-rk7tc]

I got a brand new 2022 Corolla last year but I got my first oil change at 7 months with 3000 miles on my corolla. It should be fine right? I’m just wondering because it’s supposed to be 6 months right? What do you think?

[@bertblue9683]

Perfect in my opinion. You could continue 3,000 mile changes a few more times and if it's me, I'd get to 15,000 then do the standard 5,000 mile change. Or once a year, whichever comes first. The Toyota has a service reminder that's factory set at 5,000.

[@bruceclough1539]

I bought the 23 Corolla Le as well. But coming from my 07 ford focus with 200k miles this Toyota is something else. Everything I’ve heard others complain about, I couldn’t care less about. It’s a much better car than my old junker. I just find it hilarious

[@ahmadghosheh3104]

The automatic climate control on Toyotas do that. The AC turns on even in the middle of the winter with heat on. The reason is to remove humidity out of the cabin in the winter too. You can turn the AC off and keep the heat, but your windows will start to fog up, turn it back on and the windows will clear up. It does that on my 2009 Camry XLE.

[@TD-qi2rw]

Well I did hear about Toyotas new inventory strategy.......but really no cars available in Chicago- Chicagoland. Dealers are taking orders $$$$$ out the door 29k with all the addons....not sure when the orders will be filled. Is there availability -inventory in your area. Thanks, I'm curious and looking for your exterior color car.. with a black interior.

[@captinbeyond]

I also watch the Carcarenut and agree with him that Corolla's are too expensive relative to the Camry and other mid size sedans. Personally, I'd rather have a used Camry ---maybe a couple years old with low mileage than a brand new Corolla for about the same price because you get a bit more horsepower, less noisy, and better over all car. Just my 2 cents. Also, I'd be ticked at having to take a brand new car back to the dealer for steering issues.

[@CC19524]

Im a solo driver. Camry is unnecessarily big for me. Will be cheaper to own the Corolla over its lifespan.

[@jamescostello7584]

The new Parolees are garbage I had one for one month and I sold it in 5,000 less than I paid for it okay so the $17,000 sold for 17 grand a 23 slide with socks did not like it I think it was a piece of garbage

[@edgaryzen4925]

True but the biggest elephant in the room is whether or not used car has been neglected with maintenance and repair. One wants to pay for someone else’s problem

[@Chidoro41]

The hood doesn't have a noise damper on it either so that may be another reason it seems louder than you would expect.

[@rickm8456]

Good point!

[@CC19524]

its an economy car. I expect to run a little loud. if one wants a quieter version I suggest the Hybrid.

[@namesdom]

To me the engine sounds perfectly normal, doesn't sound loud at all. The AC thing is normal, every car that I've ever had with auto AC immediately has the compressor on. The parking brake is very loud and alarming for that car. Usually they aren't that horribly sounding though loud.

[@weaseldragon]

With the rear seats folded down, can you get some of the functionality of a hatchback? Is it convenient to pass items through? Is it reasonably flat if I wanted to spend a night car camping in it?

[@rickm8456]

I'm not saying it can't be done, but it's a pretty small opening. I think if you were sleeping on your sides it would get a little tight. That being said, one of the reasons I went for the sedan was the hatchback seats didn't have as much room.

[@weaseldragon]

@@rickm8456 Thanks very much. I'm actually considering a Hybrid LE with AWD (amazing value), but I'm a longtime hatchback owner and occasional car-camper. I wish they had made a hybrid hatchback with AWD. I'd buy that.

[@rickm8456]

@@weaseldragon supposedly they’re coming out with a hybrid Corolla cross. I haven’t seen one yet. I checked out the cross, and the backseats are pretty small there as well.

[@weaseldragon]

@@rickm8456 The Corolla Cross Hybrid would be perfect, except that Toyota has positioned an electrical cable in the middle of the spare tire well. I drive cross-country and can't go without a spare (wouldn't want to be stranded with a flat in the middle of Wyoming.)