2023 Corolla Review | More Important Than Ever

2023 Corolla LE is the the cheapest way into the Toyota Family. Coming in a a little less than $23 thousand us dollars with destination, the LE with no options does comes with wireless Apple CarPlay and Wireless Android Auto. It also comes with Toyota's latest Safety Sense 3.0 which includes adaptive cruise control, road sign recognition, and something called Proactive Driving Assist (PDA). This system will actually apply brakes and steering corrections when following too close or taking a turn too fast. Equipped with Toyota's 2.0 liter direct and port injected four cylinder, it makes 169 horsepower and 152 lb-feet of torque.
00:00 0-60 Run
00:12 Introduction
01:06 Interior and Features
04:20 Infotainment - Apple CarPlay
06:43 Engine and Horsepower
07:25 Driving Performance
13:00 Highway Driving
15:00 Recommendations
#toyotacorolla #hondacivic #elantra #toyota #corollacross

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

We also took our 2016 Corolla S out on our 111 mile highway fuel economy test loop. How did this 7 year old Corolla do? kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJ60YYxrhL-Fntk

[@shundi4264]

Kudos to those who value their finances more than driving.

[@FloridaMark1611]

I got the black on black LE and love this car. I trust the CVT in the Corolla more than I would in the Nissan.

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Thanks for commenting and congrats on your car. Great choice. Yes, for longevity and reliability I would also go with the Toyota CVT. Happy motoring!

[@rick8125]

This Toyota CVT with the real 1st gear, then onto the CVT feeling, which naturally is tuned more for MPG’s then performance is by far the best in class at this price point.

[@DoubleSpoons]

I’m stuck deciding between the new underground color vs black for the LE. Any thoughts?

[@FloridaMark1611]

@@DoubleSpoons Black

[@OmarHernandez-ne2bl]

I got the underground color Toyota Corolla le

[@killemdeader1189]

I just got mine a couple weeks ago, does everything I need it to do for a daily driver. Used prices are so crazy, it made more sense financially than to get a used low mileage car. Not the nicest entry level sedan but cheaper than the civic/mazda3, and I trust it more than a Kia/Hyundai/Nissan long term. Way nicer than what I had before this, if you're coming from a 20+yo car like me it's still such a QoL upgrade. You are right that it's a little slow to downshift, especially on downhills, and the android auto is a bit finicky, but overall I am very happy. I'm getting ~40-41mpg on my first few fills with a healthy mix of highway and city, but I drive like a granny esp on break-in.

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Congratulations and thanks for sharing! Great choice with plenty of trouble free miles ahead. Yes, with used car prices still high, always best to at least investigate the costs and benefits of buying new. Thanks for watching and happy motoring.

[@mojavedesertsonorandesert9531]

If you want a long term dependable low maintenance daily vehicle, Toyota Corolla is the way to go!

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Yep. That is the Corolla’s magic formula. Thanks for commenting and happy motoring.

[@vuho2075]

My first car was a 1995 Corolla when I came out of undergrad. Kept it for 14 years, ran up to 138K miles. Toyota - the best...

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Yep. The perfect car for starting out. Thanks for watching and sharing your experience.

[@rayemanuel7460]

If I needed a new car, I would definitely purchase the 2023 Corolla LE. I am 60 years old and don't need anything other than a reliable, fuel efficient, low maintenance car that gets me to work and back safely. I can personally vouch for the reliability of a Corolla as I currently own a 2004 with 160K miles and a 2012 with 165K miles. Both run like new and never need anything other than routine maintenance. I plan on driving both my cars until the wheels fall off. Then, I will purchase another Corolla!

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Sweet! Thanks for watching and sharing! Both of those are just getting started.

[@iamthatbxtxh]

Thank you for this. I'm a brand new owner and I'm happy to have made a great choice. For a noob like me.

[@ibelieveitcauseiseentit9630]

I value geting from point A to point B while being air conditioned and knowing it will start everytime.

[@winstonmiu]

I like the LE trim with the 2.0 liter just like this. Comfortable and simple.

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Exactly! Thanks for watching and commenting. A stress free comfortable car. Thanks again and happy motoring.

[@sabotagemanni8054]

How's the road noise?

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

@@sabotagemanni8054 nothing notable about the road noise. It is as expected for this class of car. Car is plenty quiet for long road trips. Cars like the Elantra and Mazda3 are noticeable quieter. But overall a pleasant drive and comfortable on the highway.

[@crimsonpearl4686]

@@BeyondTheTestDrive Just wondering how you can say, "nothing notable about the road noise" while saying, "cars like the Elantra and Mazda3 are noticeable quieter"?? Obvious it is notable since you correctly say the Elantra and Mazda 3 are much quieter!

[@alvinsimba734]

@@crimsonpearl4686the LEs are generally quieter on the highway compared to the SE due to tire size

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

The 2023 Corolla LE with no options is the cheapest way to enter the new car Toyota family. More than ever these entry level base sedans are important given the crazy rise in car prices. There are actually lots of great choices in this category. For those financially savvy, the Corolla is a no brainer. For those who value some driving entertainment there are other better choices.

[@JazzzRockFuzion]

Me and my wife just got a 2023 SE hatchback - we couldn’t be happier. Incredible value; we drove it off the lot (with the extended warranty) for about the same price as a Civic Sport hatch *starting MSRP* ! It’s averaging 38.5 mpg across all driving conditions, handles like a dream, and is surprisingly peppy in Sport mode. The combination of size, features, cargo room, practicality, presumed reliability and value are unbeatable.

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Thanks for watching and commenting. And a hearty congratulations. 🎉. The SE hatch is quite the car. In a couple years you will be ready for the GR Corolla. 😉All the best to you and enjoy your new ride!

[@EyeofHorus2347]

I just bought an overpriced 2023 SE model. I had no choice. I am very pleased with the car. Estimate on a full tank of gas is close to 400 miles. I do have driving modes (normal, sport, and eco) and I have both hand touch locks (just touch the handle if your FOB is nearby) and push button start. I think with all the driving assistance systems it has, it nearly could drive itself. I’m impressed and pleased. My wife has a 2020 LE and I do have to squeeze to get in her driver’s seat, but in my 2023, I have to stretch to touch the pedal with the seat all the way back and I am 6’0” tall. I did have a rattle that only showed up on a road under construction within 1.5 days of driving the car off the lot. I brought it back to the dealer, took a test drive with a mechanic and we found the cover on the camera above the rear view mirror causing it. He took double sided tape and tightened it up. No more rattling. He also was going to report it for redesign as it was the second new vehicle he found this in. I will say, now having the car just over a week, I am pleased with it and glad I bought it. If it had been the LE it would have been okay but I think I would be a little disappointed compared to the features that seem to be standard in the SE.

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Thanks for sharing and congrats on a great car. The SE is a great trim level and given how long these things last it’s nice to have the extra features. The SE looks great also. Glad you got your rattle fixed. They are notoriously hard to get the techs to hear and fix. Thanks for watching and happy motoring.

[@hillbillyartscrafts4367]

I've been driving a 1994 Toyota Corolla for the past 8 years It's got 250,000 mi on it and I'm thinking about trading it in

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Thanks for watching and sharing your Corolla experience. Sure your Corolla will keep on chugging but I think you are ready for something newer! All the best and happy motoring.

[@mohnnadmercedes8246]

I loooove the simple gauges. Refreshing

[@kofiknight1565]

The rear traffic alert and blind spot monitoring should have been standard instead of the PDA thing

[@James-yb5hm]

I have one in the new Underground color and love it. I am 6'4 and I fit comfortably

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Nice. Congrats and happy motoring.

[@James-yb5hm]

@@BeyondTheTestDrive Thanks, you too!

[@JesusIsLord7773]

Subbed!

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

That is great! Thanks for watching and for your support! All the best and happy motoring.

[@Sergio54321]

I have a 2023 Toyota Corolla SE I purchased in February. Ordered it and waited four months for it. My SE does have a manual trunk release outside the back of the car, just above the license plate and slightly to the right of the Toyota emblem. I would assume all trim levels would have this trunk release. Love the car, by the way.

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Congrats on your SE. and thanks for the info on the trunk release. Sure this particular one also had the release in the same spot. All the best and happy motoring.

[@MartyLeonXIIIGaming]

Great video and I couldnt disagree more on your assessment regarding Toyota CVT vs Nissan. Sure the extra bucks for the Civic may be worth it if you put alot of emphasis on "fun" when it comes to driving but in terms of overall reliability and efficiency. Who can compete? Not to mention Corolla's value holds much better than all the competition outside of Honda. Great video and great channel. I like & Subscribe.

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughtful comments. We love this type of feedback and opinions! Can’t really disagree with you on long term vakue. Not sure I would ever recommend anything else for longevity and reliability. . I have just been really surprised with the drivability of Nissan’s new/updated CVT but I would however never bet on it being trouble free. Some more years are needed with the one. With car prices out of control I am just glad that there are manufacturers still making these compacts. Thanks again for the kind words and sharing your thoughts. Looking forward to more great feedback! Happy motoring.

[@Godi9]

I'm shopping for one!

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Good luck and keep in touch on when you get it. Thanks for sharing and happy motoring.

[@braetonwilson4296]

Nice! Unfortunately, many new 2023 Toyota Corolla LE are being sold for several thousand dollars over MSRP. This is due to very high demand and very low supply. I've been trying to buy a 2023 Corolla LE gasoline sedan here in Dallas for the past 5 months for MSRP. No luck so far.

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

That is very unfortunate. I called some dealers in the mid-Atlantic area and they all wanted 1-3k over for those on the lots or coming in soon. Most (3 out of the 5) said they would do MSRP on orders. It’s all insane and looking forward to when this all comes back to bite them. That’s why I suggest checking other brands like Mazda. Stay in touch and let us know if you have any luck.

[@michaelp8476]

I test drove Corolla last Monday. I got a Kia Rio after facing markup and poor trade value from Toyota. Got the car 10k less than Corolla, and got 5.6k more for trade.

[@braetonwilson4296]

@@michaelp8476 congrats!

[@08TheNick]

You can get Mazda without markup though

[@killemdeader1189]

@braetonwilson4296 Lone Star Toyota should sell them at MSRP, same with family Toyota of Burleson. Likely looking at a wait-list but that's how things go.

[@patrickchubey3127]

I don't know about the 2023 model but the 2024 Corolla comes with a physical launch gear for better take offs. We live in the country and do a lot of highway miles and I absolutely love that this car will get decent gas mileage and last for hundreds of thousands of miles. Not everybody likes that you can spend little money for a car that lasts forever but I do.

[@csyalx]

2024 models are a copy and paste from 2023, literally nothing changed but the trim and options. ever since 2020 corollas have had a physical launch gear, what you're feeling is the higher torque numbers from the upgraded electric motors that was introduced in 2023+

[@patrickchubey3127]

We've ordered the " L " model. I don't think it comes with an electric motor.

[@csyalx]

@@patrickchubey3127 le? their is no more L model corollas after 2020 bro, and every hybrid corolla has electric motors….

[@patrickchubey3127]

They still sell the L model here in Canada. The L model is not available in a hybrid version.

[@Lyka-clock]

Is the new launch gear (physical first gear) in the base LE also or is that an upgrade that you pay for? Nothing mentioned about it.

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Great question and thanks for watching. You are right, I forgot to mention it but yes, Toyota has standardized on the direct shift first gear and larger motor across all trim levels.

[@rickalta2770]

Sorry dude.... Corolla hybrid doesn't have a cvt transmission. It has a e-cvt...no belts .....I just bought one two weeks ago...I love it.

[@danswartwood4580]

Thank you for your APPRECIATION to your subscribers 😮

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

I hope that comes across in every video. Thanks for watching and the nice comment.

[@danswartwood4580]

@BeyondTheTestDrive that was a hint get it thankz

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

@@danswartwood4580 ah, ok. got it. We strive to reply to nearly all comments, and while time consuming its important to us and a priority. Innuendo and sarcasm can be lost in a short comment even with emojis. Feel free to be direct as that is more time efficient and constructive criticism is greatly appreciated.

[@gerarddymond1743]

I own a S X and I love it

[@Bryantrincon413]

The android auto on the screen freezes i hope they do an update with it

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Oh no. I don’t have android auto experience. Hope they get it straightened out. Thanks for sharing.

[@kevinkidneyy]

love this car

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts! Glad you love it.

[@Imperialist_Boi]

10:00 BTTB entering heaven

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

😂. Yes. Wish it were the heaven of no dealer mark ups and reasonable car prices. The perils of mid day shoots. Early morning is always the goal but sometimes too lazy. 🤪

[@Imperialist_Boi]

@@BeyondTheTestDrive haha yeah I get it. I too don’t like to get out of bed early. Maybe if you would have driven a little bit faster you could have break the wall of the other dimension of good prices. Tho not happening in a Corolla haha!

[@pubgpupg3190]

احب هذه السياره وامتلك كورولا 2022 , ولكن هناك بعض الملاحظات التي لاحظتها وهي اولا عزل الصوت داخل السياره ضعيف جدا وهو بحاجه لتحسينه والاهتمام به ، ثانيا على حساس الهواء تحديد اي من الكفرات بحاجه للهواء والصيانه ، ثالثا لابد من رفع سقف السياره 5 سم على الاقل رابعا توسيع كابينة السياره من الداخل امام المقاعد ب 5 سم على الأقل

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Thanks for watching and commenting. Yep, some good suggestions! Enjoy your Corolla and happy motoring.

[@stevem7508]

Own fhe SE and love it

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Thanks for sharing! Happy motoring.

[@gerarddymond1743]

I own a sx and I love i

[@conrafael9465]

Is that the direct shift cvt.

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Yes. Thanks for watching!

[@Bryantrincon413]

I got the hybrid xle i want the se rims because it would look better with my red corolla

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Congrats on a great car. The XLE rims are pretty nice. But you can always upgrade or swap them out later. Happy motoring.

[@jxmar_]

You could’ve got a SE Hybrid🥹🥹

[@Bryantrincon413]

@@jxmar_ no because it doesnt come with leather or heated seats or sunroof or a digital cluster

[@jxmar_]

@@Bryantrincon413 yea or the upgraded taillights and powered drivers seat. Would’ve been nice to see a XSE hybrid too!

[@marcrobert2603]

Why can I only put 2.1GB of MP3s on a USB? The rest is not seen.

[@seriousbees]

6:55 is it normal for the engine to tick so much?

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Oh yea. Pretty normal to hear the fuel injectors ticking away. Sometimes its quieter if there is an engine cover. Thanks for watching and the question. Happy motoring.

[@microminiskirt]

Why does the Corolla XSE hatchback cost near $30,000???🤔🤔🤔Is it because of the better styling of the HB?

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Let’s see. The hatchback (SE) is priced at $24,240 USD and the XSE hatchback is $27,675. The hatch starts out a little more than the LE sedan but is better equipped with nicer wheels, etc. The XSE hatch has all the bells and whistles like an upgraded stereo, etc. Manufacturers make more profit on these better equipped models so the prices rise quickly. Hatchbacks are always perceived to be more premium and useful so they charge more. Honda and Mazda also charge a little more for their hatchbacks.

[@efremendez]

I always love $

[@hillbillyartscrafts4367]

I don't think you parked far enough forward 😂

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

😂. Yea, based on some comments you’d think my ten minutes on the grass burned down half the rain forest.

[@tjf7101]

Not at all uncommon to see ancient Corollas on the road.

[@gayloncaputo70]

Who makes a better CVT?

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Toyota and Honda probably have the best CVTs for reliability. As far as drivability, the Hyundai/Kia iVTs are pretty good.

[@StanMarsh-jz7wh]

@@BeyondTheTestDriveGonna have to disagree, Toyota is king of CVT trans and im a mechanic.

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Thanks for weighing in. The punchline of this review is that you cannot go wrong reliability wise with Toyota.

[@TheMarieferrantino]

Mine is on order and still at the port. 🙄

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Congrats. Won’t be long now. Keep in touch and let us know how you like it when you finally get it and can drive it a bit. Thanks for watching and happy motoring!

[@MarieFerrantino]

Thanks! I picked it up on Monday and absolutely LOVE it! So glad to be back with the Toyota brand. @@BeyondTheTestDrive

[@MichaelSorbello-yo4nl]

My 2023 Corolla LE does rattle - a lot. From the left front window, and an awful sound that sounds like it's coming from 1 foot inside dashboard. It's a "box on wheels." The CVT is ab absolute nuisance. Toyota Corporate iw wonderful when that explained that they can't assist because I bought from a franchise dealership which supersedes Toyota Corporate (WTF)? I actually traded a nice car Mazda 6. I will regret that decision for as long as I own this piece of...

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Well that stinks. Sorry you are having a bad experience. That dealership situation is weird. The CVT can be annoying but mechanically you should have a reliable car. Rattles are really hard to deal with. Hang in there and thanks again for watching oand sharing.

[@pontiacGXPfan]

I have one.....I can't get rid of it fast enough

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Thanks for watching and commenting. What specifically is the issue with yours? Quality, performance, comfort?

[@pontiacGXPfan]

@@BeyondTheTestDrive all of what you just listed. the previous 1.8 is a carryover and it was not a class leader when it came out. the 2.0 elevates performance to "just enough". Quality is pretty lacking in everything from design to materials quality(cheap looking cloth that attracts dirt like crazy and is nearly impossible to keep clean. Base models only offer light interiors which shows the cheapness). Comfort is below average with uncomfortable and unsupportive seats(the headrest pushes your head forward so far it's like sitting in a wine glass)

[@coverado]

Hey Sir! We sincerely look for a collaboration with you! Are you interested in trying our seat covers?😊

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Not at this time. Thanks.

[@coverado]

@@BeyondTheTestDrive No problem. I hope that we can collaborate in the future!

[@mccormick151428]

If you get the LE

[@marcrobert2603]

The new toyota app doesn't work, this allready the 7th issue that toyota can't solve

[@kennethchan6815]

no + or - to engage the gear plus no + or - hand gear around the steering wheel also...the Ioniq 2nd gen is a better car...plus there is no need for wires to jump start the Ioniq as it has a jumpstart button and one has to just press it to jumpstart the car...something that Corolla lacks...

[@vegamusic8879]

The 2023 hybrid corolla makes an awful sound in reverse and driving forward under 25mpg. It makes the driving experience horrible.

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Are you referring to the pedestrian warning sound when the engine is off? Or something mechanical?

[@vegamusic8879]

@@BeyondTheTestDrive The pedestrian warning sound is an unbearable sound inside the car. I am especially bothered by it while driving with low speed. It is a metallic sound , an unhealthy sound like something is wrong with your car. I don't understand why they don't just use a volume and sound that is similar to a regular car. I got to the point that I don't like driving it.

[@Alaska_Gal]

Nissan CVTs are awful. As my master mechanic said…”Toyotas all day long…”

[@marcrobert2603]

Camera is so bad

[@alvinsimba734]

Camera is fine for what it is and in reality you don’t really need that camera for backing for a small car like this….

[@marcrobert2603]

What are you driving? calling this a litle car. 😆4,650m @@alvinsimba734

[@AndersonChao-vs3zf]

Great choose toyota always wrong reliable

[@greeksinmars]

I bought this Car because i need keep my money safe in my bank account. 🤑🤪

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Smart!