Toyota Corolla MPG by Year
Here's the official EPA Toyota Corolla MPG for every model year from 1984 to 2027.
Corolla MPG by Year and Version
The EPA has rated 281 configurations of the Corolla across gas, hybrid and diesel versions. Pick a year to see each engine and drivetrain.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corolla HybridHybrid | 1.8L 4-cyl | Auto (CVT) | FWD | 53 | 46 | 50 | View |
| Corolla Hybrid AWDHybrid | 1.8L 4-cyl | Auto (CVT) | AWD | 51 | 44 | 48 | View |
| Corolla Hybrid SEHybrid | 1.8L 4-cyl | Auto (CVT) | FWD | 50 | 43 | 47 | View |
| Corolla Hybrid SE AWDHybrid | 1.8L 4-cyl | Auto (CVT) | AWD | 47 | 41 | 44 | View |
| Corolla (1-mode TM) | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (CVT) | FWD | 32 | 41 | 35 | View |
| Corolla Hatchback | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (CVT) | FWD | 32 | 41 | 35 | View |
| Corolla (3-mode TM) | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (CVT) | FWD | 31 | 40 | 34 | View |
| Corolla | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (CVT) | FWD | 31 | 38 | 34 | View |
| Corolla Hatchback XSE | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (CVT) | FWD | 30 | 38 | 33 | View |
| Corolla Hatchback FX | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (CVT) | FWD | 30 | 38 | 33 | View |
| GR CorollaPremium Gasoline | 1.6L 3-cyl | Manual 6-spd | AWD | 21 | 28 | 24 | View |
| GR CorollaPremium Gasoline | 1.6L 3-cyl | Auto (S8) | AWD | 19 | 27 | 22 | View |
Corolla MPG Over the Years
Each bar shows the range of combined MPG across every Corolla configuration the EPA rated that year, from the thirstiest version to the most efficient. Hover or tap a year to see the numbers.
Years When Corolla Fuel Economy Changed
Most years look a lot like the one before. These are the years where the EPA numbers moved in a way that matters if you're shopping for a used Corolla.
- 1988: All-wheel drive becomes available. The best all-wheel drive version is rated at 23 MPG combined.
- 2014: The top combined rating rises to 34 MPG, up from 29 MPG the year before.
- 2020: The first hybrid Corolla shows up in the EPA data. Its 52 MPG combined rating tops the previous year's best of 36 MPG.
- 2023: All-wheel drive returns for the first time since 1992. The best all-wheel drive version is rated at 48 MPG combined.
How the Corolla Compares
The EPA rated 16 compact cars for 2026. The best Corolla version, at 50 MPG combined, ranks 1st of 16. Combined ratings in the class run from 12 to 50 MPG, with a median of 30. Plug-in hybrids and electric models are ranked separately.
| Rank | Model | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Toyota Corolla | 50 MPG |
| 2 | Lexus UX | 43 MPG |
| 3 | Volkswagen Jetta | 34 MPG |
| 4 | MINI Cooper | 32 MPG |
| 5 | BMW 2 Series | 31 MPG |
What Does a Corolla Cost to Fuel?
Pick a Corolla, then enter your gas price and how much you drive. The math uses the EPA city and highway ratings, weighted by how much of your driving happens in each.
Corolla MPG Questions
Which Corolla year gets the best gas mileage?
The 2020 to 2022 Corolla Hybrid holds the top EPA rating at 52 MPG combined (53 city, 52 highway). Among 2026 models, the Corolla Hybrid is rated at 50 MPG combined.
What's the best gas mileage from a non-hybrid Corolla?
The 1984 Corolla with the 1.8L 4-cylinder diesel is rated at 38 MPG combined (35 city, 41 highway).
Is there still a gas-only Corolla?
Yes. The 2026 Corolla lineup includes 8 gas-only versions, rated 22 to 35 MPG combined.
Does all-wheel drive hurt Corolla fuel economy?
A little. On the 2027 Corolla hybrid, the best front-wheel drive version is rated at 50 MPG combined and the best all-wheel drive version at 48 MPG.
Why doesn't my Corolla match the EPA numbers?
EPA ratings come from standardized lab tests so every car is measured the same way. Your results depend on speed, climate, idling, cargo, tire pressure and upkeep. The ratings are best for comparing one car against another. To track your own numbers, try the MPG calculator.
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Where These Numbers Come From
This page was built by Cedrick Reese from the U.S. EPA fuel economy dataset on fueleconomy.gov, which holds 281 ratings for the Toyota Corolla from 1984 to 2027. Each row in the table links to the matching EPA vehicle record, so you can check any figure against the source. Ratings from before 2008 use the EPA's revised estimates, which put older vehicles on the same scale as newer ones. The page is rebuilt whenever the EPA publishes an updated file, which picks up new model years and any rating corrections. The cost calculator uses the gas price you enter rather than a national average, so the result fits where you live.
Ratings on this page come from the EPA file downloaded on October 1, 2026.
Sources
- Download Fuel Economy Data, fueleconomy.gov, U.S. DOE and EPA
- Vehicle data field definitions, including the revised 1984-2007 estimates, fueleconomy.gov
- Factors that affect fuel economy, fueleconomy.gov