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Trim level differences

The 2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback is a four-door hatchback with seating for five. It's available in two trims: the fairly well-equipped SE and the more luxurious XSE. Under the hood is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (168 horsepower, 151 pound-feet of torque) that drives the front wheels. A six-speed manual transmission is standard on both trims, and a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) is optional.

Standard equipment for the SE includes 16-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, heated mirrors, a driver information display, automatic climate control, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a height-adjustable driver's seat, a 60/40-split folding rear bench, Bluetooth, a Wi-Fi hotspot, voice controls, an 8-inch touchscreen, and a six-speaker audio system with two USB ports and Apple CarPlay.

Standard safety features include Toyota Safety Connect emergency communications, automatic high-beam control, adaptive cruise control, a forward collision warning system (with pedestrian and cyclist detection plus automatic emergency braking), and lane keeping assist.

SE models with the CVT automatic also get steering wheel-mounted shift paddles, lane centering assist, and a version of the adaptive cruise control system that can bring the Corolla to a complete stop (the manual-equipped version deactivates at low speeds). Selecting the CVT automatic also opens the door to the SE Preferred package, which adds a blind-spot monitor, HD and satellite radio, and Toyota's Entune app services.

Compared to the SE, the XSE adds 18-inch wheels, LED foglights, a chrome grille, an upgraded driver information display, dual-zone automatic climate control, a power-adjustable driver's seat, heated front seats, leather upholstery with cloth inserts, HD and satellite radio, and Toyota's Entune app services.

Models equipped with the CVT automatic also get the blind-spot monitor. The CVT automatic's optional XSE Preferred package further adds a wireless charging pad, a navigation system and an eight-speaker JBL premium audio system. This package can be ordered with or without adaptive headlights.

Which Corolla Hatchback trim does Edmunds recommend?

We think the CVT automatic-equipped SE with Preferred package is a good combo with lots of features and a low out-the-door cost. However, the XSE is only slightly more expensive, and its larger wheels and wider tires make it the driver's choice in the lineup. Heated front seats and dual-zone climate control make it a little more pleasant for occupants, too.

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Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
Navigation
Not Available
Not Available
Satellite radio
Not Available
standard
Keyless Ignition
Not available
Not available
Cruise control
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
standard
standard
Parking assistance
Not available
Not available
Upholstery
cloth
leather/cloth
Heated seats
Not Available
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
Sunroof
Not available
Not available
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Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
Engine power
168 hp @ 6,600 rpm
168 hp @ 6,600 rpm
Engine torque
155 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpm
155 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpm
Engine displacement
2.0 l
2.0 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
6-speed manual
6-speed manual
Tire size
205/55R16
225/40R18
Wheel size
Wheel type
painted alloy wheels
alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
28 / 37 / 31 MPG
28 / 37 / 31 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
13.2 gal.
13.2 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
370 / 488 miles
370 / 488 miles
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
N/A
N/A
Curb weight
3,060 lb.
3,060 lb.
Ground Clearance
5.1 in.
5.1 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
69.9 in.
69.9 in.
Height
57.1 in.
57.1 in.
Length
169.9 in.
169.9 in.
Wheelbase
103.9 in.
103.9 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
17.8 cu. ft.
17.8 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
38.4 in.
38.4 in.
Front Leg Room
42.0 in.
42.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room
53.9 in.
53.9 in.
Rear Head Room
37.6 in.
37.6 in.
Rear Leg Room
29.9 in.
29.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
54.5 in.
54.5 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Average Cost Per Mile
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Depreciation
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Financing
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Taxes & Fees
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Fuel
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Insurance
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Maintenance
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Repairs
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Moonstone, cloth
Black, cloth
Moonstone, leather/cloth
Black, leather/cloth
Exterior
Galactic Aqua Mica
Midnight Black Metallic
Blue Flame
Scarlet
Blizzard Pearl
Classic Silver Metallic
Oxide Bronze
Galactic Aqua Mica
Midnight Black Metallic
Blue Flame
Scarlet
Blizzard Pearl
Classic Silver Metallic
Oxide Bronze