The
Toyota Corolla has always been the top choice for people looking to buy an
inexpensive, fuel-efficient and reliable vehicle. For that reason it has sold
more than 33 million since it was launched 40 years ago.
What's New for 2013
The
Toyota Corolla is back for 2013, receiving a few minor changes that
include a revised grille and an upgraded audio system equipped with a
touchscreen display for the upper trim levels.
Trims and Options
The
2013 Toyota Corolla comes available in three different trims: L, LE and S trim
levels.
The
base L model is standard equipped with full power accessories, keyless
entry, 15-inch steel wheels, air-conditioning, a height-adjustable
driver seat, a 60/40-split-folding rear seat, a tilt-and-telescoping
steering wheel, a trip computer and a four-speaker sound system with a CD
player and an auxiliary audio jack.
The
LE takes the features mentioned above, but take it a step further by adding
16-inch steel wheels, cruise control, heated mirrors, variable
intermittent wipers, steering wheel audio controls, a six-speaker
sound system with a 6-inch touchscreen display, iPod/USB connectivity and
Bluetooth audio streaming.
The
S trim takes it a step even further by adding a sport-look body kit, a rear
spoiler, foglights, upgraded cloth upholstery and metallic interior
trim.
The
LE and S trims offer an available Premium package that adds a sunroof and
upgraded wheels, as well as the Premium interior package for the Corolla LE
which adds an eight-way power driver seat, automatic
headlights, automatic climate control and a leather-wrapped steering
wheel.
Lastly,
the 2013 Toyota Corolla also offers an available touchscreen navigation system
equipped with satellite radio, voice control, and smartphone app integration
through Toyota's Entune system.
Under the Hood
Every
2013 Toyota Corolla comes equipped with a 1.8-liter inline-4 that produces 132
horsepower and 128 pound-feet of torque. A five-speed manual transmission is
standard and a four-speed automatic is optional. EPA-estimated fuel
economy is 26 mpg city/34 mpg highway and 29 mpg combined with the automatic
transmission and 27/34/30 with the manual.
Interior
Design and Special Features
On
the inside, the Toyota Corolla's controls are easy to see and simple to use.
The seats are soft and comfy, and offer plenty of room for taller drivers,
while the backseat also boasts decent room and a cushy bottom. It
boasts 12.3 cubic feet of trunk space, average for the class, but the
trunk is fit with a wide opening, which is particularly useful if you want to
load up your groceries, suitcases, etc.
Safety
Standard
safety features for the 2013 Toyota Corolla include front disk and rear drum
antilock brakes, stability and traction control, front side airbags
and side curtain airbags.
In
government crash tests, the Corolla received an overall score of four out of
five stars, with four stars for overall frontal-impact safety and five stars
for overall side-impact safety. In Insurance Institute for Highway Safety crash
testing, the Corolla earned a top score of "Good" in the
frontal-offset, side and roof strength tests.
