The 2023 Toyota Corolla LE - (More REFRESHMENTS to an already great car)

#2023ToyotaCorolla #2023Corolla #ToyotaCorolla
Welcome to my video on the 2023 Toyota Corolla LE!
Since 1966, the Corolla showed up to the party, and immediately raised the bar of reliability. The efficient, economical, and easy to drive Corolla offers a dependable daily driver that gives you a sense of Toyota quality. Even though it’s a smaller car, it sure does hold its own on the highway too.
In this video we will cover the exterior, engine and drivetrain, then make our way inside to talk about the space and style in the 2023 Toyota Corolla LE.
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Time Stamps:
00:00 Intro
00:46 Exterior
02:35 Engine & Powertrain
04:24 Trunk Space
05:02 Rear Seats
07:27 Copilot Seat
08:31 Driver’s Seat
12:21 Quick Drive! (In the lot)
15:32 Concluding Thoughts
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[@brianruperti]

Hey everyone thanks for watching! Here are some useful/related links: 🔴📖Brochure for 2023 Corolla: www.toyota.com/corolla/ebrochure/ 🔴📖Build Info for 2023 Corolla: www.toyota.com/corolla/2023/ 🔴Corolla Tutorial: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoO4ZpuKpqmfgLc

[@billyrock8305]

The absolutely perfect long term automobile for the next 25 years. ✅

[@brianruperti]

🙏🏼

[@M00SE414]

Not with all of the software they're packing into these things these days. Really doubt they'll be supporting cars 25 years down the line... I have trouble believing even 15 years they'll support it.

[@brianruperti]

@M00SE414 if they know what’s good for them they’ll have a plan to support it because longevity is the sole expectation of Toyota’s customer base.

[@user-qd3dj4yi5x]

I’m Muslim and drive carollas

[@MartyLeonXIIIGaming]

I think I've watched 15 different 2023 Corolla LE reviews since I made my purchase but this is my favorite version of those. I like the way you made everything look nice and easy. I am so excited to receive mine. Unfortunately, there is a delay so I'll only receive it in 4-6 months. Brutal but I'm happy I made this decision.

[@brianruperti]

Thanks so much! And congrats!

[@bookmapexperiment]

4-6 months is brutal wow. I will be ordering one as well. We expect a baby in 4.5 months. Kind of pushing my luck here.

[@hamdyabdellatif7764]

Hey Brian, this was a fantastic review of this most salable car in the world. Actually, you have pointed out all the vehicle options and customizations perfectly, that let everyone who watches this video to know how is it durable, simple to use, reliable and long-term driving with less service cost. Thanks a lot for your efforts and I will be waiting for more of your videos. Sending warm greetings from Egypt 🇪🇬 Peace ✌️

[@brianruperti]

I was hoping you’d see this! I look forward to your review of my work, Hamdy. Always the best from me to you. Much love from 🇺🇸 to 🇪🇬!!! And thank you so much for your everlasting support. 🙏🏼

[@virgiefrancisc4473]

I just got my 2023 LE hybrid last week because my 1991 hand-me-down Corolla from my uncle starts showing issues this year. Most reliable car hands down! Your reviews are great!

[@brianruperti]

Nice ride! You’re going to LOVE the gas mileage.

[@ibrahimbashir6634]

Man Toyotas are just the best

[@monroeboy80]

Your reviews and tutorials are always great. I do have to agree with other owners on the 2 liter hwy mpg(owner of '22 Corolla SE). I average 47 to sometimes even 49. This is my second Corolla, and I am a Toyota customer for life.😊

[@brianruperti]

Right on! Thanks for your support!

[@FloridaMark1611]

I just got the black on black with convenience package. It is an amazing and reliable car.

[@brianruperti]

Sweet!

[@OmarHernandez-ne2bl]

What was the MSRP price?

[@luckyguy600]

very good review Brian. I like all your videos. Keep them up!

[@brianruperti]

Thank you!

[@bremaster93]

I am stressing myself out sooo much over which Toyota should I get. Should it be the Corolla, Camry or the Corolla Hatchback. All I do is watch these videos constantly everyday on which one to get. But I still have a ways to go before I get my driver’s license and the amount of money I’ll put down on it. This was an excellent video. You made that Corolla LE version look like a million bucks and it and I’m once again on the side of the Corolla. Great video you did.

[@brianruperti]

Hey thanks for watching! Go with the Corolla LE. You’ll be so happy.

[@bremaster93]

@@brianrupertiThanks, all that’s left is whether or not I get the hybrid version

[@johncarey9005]

Going to get one ! Thank you for the info.

[@brianruperti]

Right on!

[@patwickgriff]

You're the best Brian!! Excellent review!

[@brianruperti]

Wow, thanks! Your support keeps me going.

[@oilcitybassguy]

We just took delivery on our LE and super impressed with the updated interior and infotainment system.

[@brianruperti]

Nice

[@sebastianrucki246]

You were very clear describing everything. Good video.

[@brianruperti]

Thank you

[@AlexBAlixir98]

Another great review. As for the front seat pockets, I agree I rarely use them pockets in my Camry.

[@brianruperti]

Thanks for watching!

[@rachelledalomb5]

Great review! Thanks!

[@brianruperti]

Thanks for watching!

[@Tlcinsrq]

I just bought one and I'm very happy.

[@brianruperti]

Congrats

[@tonyktown]

It was time to trade in my beloved 2013 Camry SE, and I thought I would be downgrading by moving to a '23 Corolla (Hybrid) I couldn't have been more wrong. This my 4th Toyota since I purchased my first new car in 1983. I'm a loyal Toyota owner for life.

[@brianruperti]

Thank you so much for sharing. Enjoy your new hybrid Corolla!

[@EagleFlight2007]

I like your attention to detail, like how sun reflects off some interior surfaces (ie door handles). It’s things like that as a driver I notice. Keep up the good work.

[@brianruperti]

Thank you!

[@princessauska]

I love how you click your feet before getting in. I started doing that when I bought my 2020 Chevy Spark brand new because I wanted to keep it clean and mint for a long time. 😹🖤 I love this basic Corolla, super cute. Great execution of the review and features!

[@brianruperti]

Thanks! 😎

[@antoniocognato5023]

The problem is the stupid unnecessary mark up. No need to mark it up 2k over.

[@brianruperti]

Who’s charging 2k over on a corolla?

[@alisaleh2509]

Walk away theres dealers out there selling 2k lower than msrp.

[@Damian48th]

I bought a 2024 LE Corolla already was able to get 52.3 Mpg on the highway at around 55-60.

[@brianruperti]

Amazing

[@mikeminion739]

Picking up mines Friday

[@patrickchubey3127]

We live in the country near a small town in the middle of sweet nowhere so having a dependable car is essential. Since we do about 95% highway driving it's nice to know we'll be getting great gas mileage. We're upgrading from a 2002 Chrysler so all of the driver assist features are new to us, there's going to be a learning curve getting used to that stuff. We've decided on a Corolla based on price / dependability / function and have put a deposit down on a 2024 Corolla L model in Celestite blue which may arrive at the dealership as early as next month. We're looking forward to being Toyota owners.

[@ursulapolzin2285]

I JUST BOUGHT A COROLLA LE. THANKS FOR THE GREAT VIDIO.

[@brianruperti]

Congrats! Thank you

[@user-qi3yt8bv8c]

I remember my kids when they were young, they like to put a lot of stuff in the seatback pockets, their books and drawings, etc😊😊

[@brianruperti]

I did that too!

[@MrEwciii2001]

Excellent review

[@brianruperti]

Thank you kindly

[@dproulx222]

I'm 50 years old and this is exactly the car I want.

[@williamfrench9973]

Perfect low-key review and examination of all features. Well done sir! And man I love that color. I wish Corolla came in Lunar Rock, but Underground is a good alternative until they do.

[@brianruperti]

Much appreciated!

[@Copper0608]

Amazing price point on an extremely reliable tried and true vehicle.

[@brianruperti]

Yes indeed!

[@Kieran917]

Thank you for the review, looking at one of these currently. Also, as a recent graduate I appreciate you emptying the non-credit college credit textbooks out of the glove box. New editions will be out in 6 months I'm sure.

[@brianruperti]

🤣🤣🤣at a 30% price hike. I remember those days

[@danswartwood4580]

I like that the Corolla actually has a key, that's awesome. Also the shifter on the floor instead of a pushbutton shifter.

[@brianruperti]

Agreed!

[@7728abbott]

Great color!

[@hrushikeshsonsurkar]

Awesome

[@richbursary9053]

Great review of an outstanding vehicle. I’m only disappointed that just about every car company is hell bent on those protruding info screens. I will definitely buy this car anyway. I like its relative simplicity. Thank You.

[@teknerd]

Great video that I appreciate without the condescending remarks I often hear with other reviewers of how corolla just doesn't measure up to a Porsche 👍👍

[@brianruperti]

🤣

[@peterandrewj]

I appreciate the distinction considering the sport tuned suspension on the SE. A slow Corolla can be driven fast.

[@grantferrigan3837]

Great review. Expecting mine in the Fall. How is front passenger room?

[@brianruperti]

Thanks! It’s good

[@Zo_3355]

Honestly speaking my 1st car here in California is corolla LE 2008. Ive tried the honda civic honda accord Crv and hrv. Then ive tried the nissan kicks 2021. But still toyota is the best most reliable car. Now i got a toyota camry LE 2023 im gonna keep this very nice car. Toyota is the best...

[@brianruperti]

Thanks for sharing this valuable feedback!

[@MNBroatch]

My dad keeps collapsible windshield sun blockers in the seat pocket; it holds them nicely

[@brianruperti]

Nice

[@kingbeast6792]

I think im going to get this for my first car!

[@brianruperti]

Very nice choice!

[@brianruperti]

Now what color to get 🤔

[@kingbeast6792]

@@brianruperti Either "Ice Cap White" or "Underground" maybe even the "Midnight Black" I'm calling the dealership soon to see what they have 😁

[@wasihunj.ketema400]

Hello Brian, this is fantastic. I recently owned Corolla Levin 2022, and I'm having a problem with regard to the infotainment system. Can't connect to my phone and update.

[@brianruperti]

Thank you!

[@7728abbott]

College course, with no college credits. LOL. True. Great price point for all the improvements in 2023!

[@brianruperti]

Absolutely!!

[@ZeldaTimeline]

Great walkthrough! Maybe a dumb question, but what color are the seats? It’s hard for me to tell if those are the gray or the black seats. I’m trying to decide between this and the Civic LX. Was leaning toward the Civic last year, but the improvements to the Corolla for 2023 + the sticky steering issues people are experiencing on Civics makes it a tough choice. I just love the Civic interior so much, but the Corolla seems more reliable and practical.

[@brianruperti]

Hey thanks! Never a dumb question on my channel. These are considered black seats. Toyota black cloth is lighter which I suspect they do because it helps hide dust, dandruff, hair, etc better than stark black cloth. They “age” better. Civic is a nice car. But there’s something really nice about knowing in the back of your mind that you have a high quality durable car like a Toyota. Let us know what you pick!

[@FPSadict1612038]

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[@fios4me]

Another great Corolla review! 👍

[@brianruperti]

Thanks! 👍

[@cerinawoehrley4199]

I got the 23 corolla gas. It been a good car so far. The only thing about ny car is the headlights lighting has black spots on it.. and the tires wear down quick no to cheap 225 40 18 ..

[@sachinnair91]

Great video! Unfortunately here in Dallas, dealers want 2k to 5k over msrp on new 2023 Corolla LE gasoline sedans. Especially when they find out I’m a cash buyer, they insist on the markup because they know they won’t make any money off the back end. Corollas are in higher demand than Camrys!!

[@brianruperti]

That’s a very high price for a Corolla

[@DustinDeweerd]

Tell me more. I’m trying to get a new one soon. Can I get it for MSRP?

[@brianruperti]

@DustinDeweerd yes if you buy from a store that will charge that

[@ryanb5189]

0w-8 motor oil 😮 Small car by today’s standards I guess, but it’s about the same size that a Camry was in the 90’s!

[@S3BBics]

Are they releasing newer versions of the 2023 vehicles? Does the Camry 2023 now have this new infotainment system? Thanks.

[@brianruperti]

Camry doesn’t have this system likely till 24.

[@Sparks2030]

I'm Looking to buy the Corolla. I would need to have a left foot accelerator put in. Would the dealership do that for me? The back pockets I had used just for an umbrella but it looks like I could use a side pocket or glove compartment. I look at the Kia Forte and Hyundai Kona but both have problems with them. I certainly going with the Corolla. Thanks for the video.

[@brianruperti]

I don’t think the dealer would but it doesn’t hurt to ask. They may know a contact to get that done for you.

[@chickenburgerfan88]

Since the stout probably wont come to canada, im thinking that a corolla will be the move for me!

[@jessicagallegos9638]

Wish there were lights down by trunk and gas tank buttons. It’s so dark.. will be adding my own LED lights down there for visibility.

[@brianruperti]

Nice please share which ones you go With

[@T-D1ZZLE11]

What is your opinion on the 2023 Corolla LE Hybrid? I'm using one as a rental while my 2019 corolla is being fixed (got rear ended) and I'm in love with it so far and its making me want to upgrade already lol

[@brianruperti]

I absolutely love that car. If you can find a dealer who can get you one, and the trade value plus hybrid Corolla numbers make sense, make the jump!

[@T-D1ZZLE11]

​@@brianrupertithank you!

[@brianruperti]

@t-dizzle8547 you’re welcome

[@jonbeck8540]

What does the warning lights that say rear with 3 people in red seats mean? Noticed it stays on upon start up for a minute or so

[@brianruperti]

Seatbelt system check

[@Alaska_Gal]

Mine is set to arrive within the next 1-2 weeks. I’m so excited. How many keys does it come with?

[@psilocybebae7106]

Usually standard is two keys one being a valet key

[@psilocybebae7106]

I'm getting mine Monday I'll let u know 😂

[@brianruperti]

Congrats! I don’t know. Normally 2. But lately some only 1

[@brianruperti]

Normally you get two remote keys

[@Alaska_Gal]

@@brianrupertithanks for the reply & awesome video. I learned a lot.

[@ltzmartinez5927]

Does the LE model come with or is it an option for blind spot monitoring?

[@brianruperti]

Yes there are two packages with BSM

[@ltzmartinez5927]

@@brianruperti thank you for the reply

[@SidleyEastwoodRamos]

So I need your guys opinion about this car I'm so recently I got the car I'm not really too happy about the results with the car for the stuff that I have noticed with the car when you are trying to warm up your car let's say when you step out and your car is getting warmed up and you try to lock your car from your second key the car doesn't lock also keep in mind when you do it the other way to just use the key to just lock your door on each side it can't lock I have looked through the booklet and I'm not sure what to find maybe I have to look at something else through KZbin but besides that I don't like how the digital cluster is it is what it is but I'm not much of a fan the car does drive fine but as towards when it comes to the exterior design my whole main thing is with the Toyota Camry Trd body kit style can I put that body kit style onto this car or again it doesn't work like that that's my question I hope someone can you answer my question?

[@joshuaB.Nicholas]

I drove one before it is not bad really. I could afford this one, but not the Se trim.

[@brianruperti]

Get the LE and love it daily!

[@mohnnadmercedes8246]

My biggest concern is how is it to drive with CVT !? Does RPM hang and bang ? Plus screens are useless. So many reflections in day lights. I think toyota missed it with this style of screen position

[@alvinsimba734]

I have the 2020 with the CVT but without the gear launch and it has been really smooth.

[@nicholasmoi7330]

How do close the side mirror on the basic spec Corolla

[@brianruperti]

Just push

[@northmaplevibes]

Which should i buy this instead of 2023 civic lvx?

[@brianruperti]

Civic is sporty. Civic has attitude. Corolla is dependable. Corolla is a friend that never, ever breaks your trust.

[@conrafael9465]

Does this have the direct shift cvt with a physical first gear

[@brianruperti]

Yes

[@jeffreyerickson6766]

I really like Brian .

[@brianruperti]

🙏🏼

[@peterandrewj]

Everyone seems to favor the LE trim. Even Toyota offers three very nice options for the interior which includes a Macadamia/Mocha color for seats and matching door panels, and it's not available in higher trims. I even see folks buying the LE and opting for packages to bring it on par with the higher trims. What gives? Is the rear Trosen beam suspension that negligible?

[@alvinsimba734]

It's mainly tires... 16 inch tire size is the perfect size for that corolla compared to 18 inch on SE and XSE

[@peterandrewj]

@@alvinsimba734 So Corolla hybrid LE with convenience package is the way to go. Add AWD to compensate for the 138 hp engine and it will cost $27K including delivery. I can see it being the best value. Thank you.

[@alvinsimba734]

@peterandrewj I didn't say corolla hybrid is the best value. If it's a hybrid I rather lease because long term that battery needs replacement and all the money you saving on gas now will be gone to that hybrid battery. So no advantage there.

[@brianruperti]

If this reassures you, we have plenty of very high mileage hybrid drivers come in for service (over 200,000 miles) that are on their original battery!

[@alvinsimba734]

@@brianruperti that's very possible.

[@prajnawidyakumara]

Why this color does not available in Canada damn

[@jment34]

Is there a version without they keyless entry?

[@brianruperti]

No

[@korrdxl]

0W-8 engine oil. Good luck finding that anywhere but the dealership.

[@brianruperti]

Hard to find elsewhere?

[@ashtonlundy3746]

Quick question does it come with heated seats or was it an add on?

[@brianruperti]

It doesn’t come and is not an option but check out the brochure to see which options you may like www.toyota.com/corolla/ebrochure/

[@ashtonlundy3746]

@@brianruperti okay thank you I just wanted to make sure because a video I watched which was an LE it didn’t have heated seats so I thought when I seen this maybe it was a custom or something 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@brianruperti]

You can customize and ask the dealer to install heaters in the front seats just make sure you ask about pricing and warranty on that first, but many people do that and it’s really nice

[@ashtonlundy3746]

@@brianruperti interesting thank you so much 😌

[@brianruperti]

You’re welcome!

[@lashawngonzalez8120]

Does the info center fold down just curious?? There are so many cars being stolen nowadays.

[@brianruperti]

No

[@kazuto2111]

Where can i purchase a 2023 toyota corolla le with keys only and no push to start engine button? I can't find any online with keys only, they all have the start button.

[@brianruperti]

Kirito, you need to find a 2023 LE without either of the two upgrade packages. It has to be a base LE without the LE convenience package or the LE Premium package.

[@kazuto2111]

@brianruperti oh I see i'll try that, thank you for the reply.

[@lalu613]

Maybe I didn’t hear but what’s the name of that color ?

[@brianruperti]

Underground grey

[@catherinehelms3721]

How many airbags and where are they

[@brianruperti]

www.tcorolla.net/srs_airbags-15.html

[@adkforester5428]

How would you compare to your Tacoma for a daily?

[@brianruperti]

Very different as the Tacoma is a truck for towing and hauling + offroad travel. What makes you compare these two?

[@adkforester5428]

@brianruperti have a 1 year old tacoma love it. However, I'm not using bed for 95% of my trips. For the 5-10X a year I need it, I thought of using a trailor on our subaru instead. Also have 2 kids to 'tow' around in backseat tight double cab. Considered camry or corolla cheaper family hauler than tacoma. Reliable, Safety in winter and resale as good as tacoma?

[@brianruperti]

@adkforester5428 resale is good But not as strong in my Opinion. They’re both safe, the corolla a bit safer in the reviews. But size matters in safety too. Enjoyment is also important. That’s a tough call.

[@jessicagallegos9638]

I noticed when I had a passenger she took off her seatbelt and it would not stop going off until she went back and buckled in. It was alarming. No way to turn that off?

[@brianruperti]

Idk how to turn it off besides wearing the seatbelt

[@jessicagallegos9638]

Yeah, she had to move to put mail in a mailbox and it was so loud 😂 but yea my brother who has a Toyota said you can’t change it. 😭

[@brianruperti]

@@jessicagallegos9638 with all due respect; seatbelts save lives 🙏🏼

[@jessicagallegos9638]

@@brianruperti I 100% agree but if someone is getting out of the car for less than a minute to do something it’s alarming lol. That’s all. Thanks!

[@timothytidmore6922]

Lucky mine is the 2021 and it has the 1.8:(

[@brianruperti]

Still an awesome car and the 1.8 is a great, great engine.

[@antoniocognato5023]

For sale? Japan made one?

[@brianruperti]

Sold yes

[@avxrevo]

Other base cars need to take notes from the 4 USB Cs that this car has. No reason to still be using usb a

[@brianruperti]

👌🏼

[@alvinsimba734]

⁠@@brianrupertiI got a question for you. I know Apple iPhones uses USB Cs but does Samsung have one. If Samsung doesn’t have one then I’m not sure how I feel about. I used to have a Samsung phone that I was using in my 2020 model and back then the 2020 model had only Apple CarPlay, so I was using scout gps for mapping all this time until last month when I got notification that my scout gps free trial was coming to an end, so my only solution was to switch Apple CarPlay and the charger itself was usb c but it wasn’t going to work so I had to find a charging usb separately that was able to charge usb A, the one under the dash of the Corolla. The 2020 model especially the sedan variant doesn’t have android auto. So my question is does Samsung phone comes with charging cords for USB c or it’s still the USB a.

[@ded982]

I just can't get over CVT.

[@brianruperti]

I feel you. I love the manual.

[@candicosens8178]

37to 38 on MPG

[@csyalx]

i get 50 avg on the hybrid Le

[@brianruperti]

Nice!!!

[@randyhenry2477]

The people that bought a 2022 Corolla LE got ripped off.

[@brianruperti]

Whys that?

[@randyhenry2477]

@@brianruperti - You're listing all the new cool things the 2023 Corolla LE has that I took it the 2022 doesn't. Not that the 2022 buyers didn't get a good value; just that waiting for the next model year would have gotten them all these goodies and treats you're showing.

[@tortisecorpse]

This car is mad slow love the car but slowness needs to be mentioned

[@brianruperti]

I drove a 1.5L civic so this is peppy to me!