2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid - All you need to know

The Toyota Corolla has been one of the best selling vehicles of all time. Although it was previously said to be lacking inspiration when it came to styling, performance, and refinement, the all-new 2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid is redesigned and improvised, taking a sharp turn from the conventional Corolla and gets its highly efficient powertrain from the Prius. The 2020 Corolla Hybrid is attractive, compact and efficient when it comes to mileage and performance.

The Toyota Corolla Hybrid of 2020 receives refined designing and performance. With improved mileage and Prius’ powertrain, delivering fuel economy of 52 mpg, the all-new Corolla Hybrid is sure to give tough competition to its competitors like Honda Insight and Honda Accord Hybrid. Improved design and braking, along with the powertrain advantages in the new model is clearly going to make it a top favorite.

The redesigned exteriors are coupled with advanced safety features that have been added to the car to make it more attractive to hybrid lovers. The Corolla Hybrid frees itself of the hybrid stereotypes in many ways, though it might fall short to the Accord Hybrid and Honda Insight in terms of their refined interiors and quicker throttle response.

Price

Toyota has made its all-new 2020 Corolla Hybrid extremely affordable and cost-efficient. With a price tag lower than most of its competitors, the Corolla turn out to be a value-for-money with a long list of additional safety and technological features, and an improved fuel economy that is better than most of its rival, making it a smart and preferred choice for most hybrid enthusiasts. 2020 Corolla Hybrid price starts at $23,100.

Engine Specifications

The 2020 Corolla Hybrid LE is a front-engine, FWD, five-seater sedan, with 1.8L  inline-four engine, delivering a combined power of 121 hp, from two permanent-magnet synchronous AC motors and nickel-metal hybrid battery pack. The transmission system is continuously variable automatic with manual shifting modes, and Struts suspension in front and multilink for the rear and 15” alloys with Yokohama Avid GT 195/65R-15 tires.

Vehicle	Hybrid LE
Engine	1.8-Liter 4-Cylinder Aluminum DOHC 16-Valve with Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i)
Power	121 hp
Torque	142 Nm
Transmission	CVT automatic

With an optimum engine and output, the 2020 Corolla Hybrid delivers decent performance packed with an excellent fuel economy giving it the best selling status and superiority in its segment.

Exterior

With only one trim level, the Hybrid is an excellent refinement and redesign of the model. With sharp lines and a cutting edge futuristic design, Toyota has given a refined look to its new Hybrid. The earlier models were not very favourite for the styling, but this one is surely designed to attract hybrid lovers towards the all-new 2020 Corolla Hybrid. With improved dynamics and an aerodynamic touch, the improved LED front and tail lights to add a special touch to the new look of the car. The attractive alloys are an addition that is sure to impress a lot.  2020 Corolla Hybrid dimensions are:

Length	182.5 in
Width	70.1 in
Height	56.5 in
Curb Weight	3052 lb
Wheelbase	106.3 in

Interior

The interiors of the car are fairly well-laid, with cloth upholstery and soft touches to the cabin. With comfortable and spacious seating, for both front and rear seats and a 13 cubic foot of boot space, the car provides ample room for family usage. With a luxurious touch to a utility package, the 2020 Corolla Hybrid is a compact vehicle, with the impressive build quality and optimum comfort and user experience. The Toyota Corolla Hybrid LE features an 8-inch touch screen, the Entune infotainment system, Apple CarPlay, and Amazon Alexa smartphone integration.

The infotainment system has lots of well-placed physical controls for ease of use that do not make the dashboard look very congested.

Safety 

With a long list of advanced safety features, the 2020 Hybrid is a safe and efficiently designed vehicle with features like rearview camera, lane keep assist, lane departure warning, forward collision warning, brake assist, pedestrian and cyclist detection, automatic high beams, traffic sign recognition, road edge detection, and adaptive cruise control.

The 2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid is a great addition to the series with improved design, performance, and driving dynamics. 

Verdict

USA has been on the of the front runners when it comes to hybrids and electric cars. Among the many brands playing in the hybrid car segment, Toyota has been quite commendable with its Camry Hybrid, Prius Hybrid, and Corolla Hybrid. However, the Corolla does have a stern competition from the likes of Honda Accord Hybrid, Honda Insight, and Hyundai Ioniq.

Now, though the Honda Accord and Insight are as good as Corolla. However, considering the fact that the two competitors are priced at a higher range, the Toyota model has a strong case for itself. The Hyundai Ioniq also extends very high in the price range for the top-end variants.

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