GradeToyota Corolla Reliability Grade
Excellent reliability
Grade a specific Toyota Corolla
Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.
The Toyota Corolla earns an A overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with an A for its engine and an A for its transmission. It ranks 1st of 14 compact cars we grade. Its engine (A) and transmission (A) grade about the same, so neither stands out as a weak point. Grades are based on 2,112 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
Toyota Corolla reliability by year
Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.
Best years: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2004, 2008, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2023
Faded years are recent, so fewer complaints have come in. Their grades may change.
How long does the Toyota Corolla last?
A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.
Toyota Corolla vs. other compact cars
| Model | Engine | Trans. | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Corolla | A | A | A |
| Mazda Mazda3 | A | A | A |
| Subaru Impreza | A | A | A |
| Toyota Prius | A | A | A |
| Honda Civic | A- | A | A- |
| Nissan Versa | A- | B- | A- |
| Chevrolet Cruze | B+ | B | A- |
| Nissan Sentra | A | B- | B+ |
| Kia Forte | B- | B+ | B+ |
| Volkswagen Jetta | B | B+ | B+ |
| Volkswagen Golf | B | B | B |
| Hyundai Elantra | C+ | B | B- |
| Ford Fiesta | C+ | F | D |
| Ford Focus | F | F | F |
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Is the Toyota Corolla reliable?
Excellent reliability. The Toyota Corolla earns an A overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with an A for its engine and an A for its transmission. It ranks 1st of 14 compact cars we grade. Its engine (A) and transmission (A) grade about the same, so neither stands out as a weak point. Grades are based on 2,112 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
How many miles will a Toyota Corolla last?
We estimate a well-maintained Toyota Corolla lasts around 220,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.
What are the best years for the Toyota Corolla?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the most reliable Toyota Corolla model years are 2000, 2001, 2002, 2004, 2008, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2023.
What Toyota Corolla years should I avoid?
No Toyota Corolla model year stands out as a problem year in NHTSA owner complaints.
Is the Toyota Corolla transmission reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Toyota Corolla transmission an A (excellent reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.
Is the Toyota Corolla engine reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Toyota Corolla engine an A (excellent reliability).