2014 Toyota Corolla MPG
30–34 mpg combined across 6 EPA-rated versions. Best: Corolla LE Eco (FWD, 1.8L 4-cyl) at 30 city / 40 hwy / 34 combined; lowest: Corolla (1.8L 4-cyl, A4) at 30.
Every version
| Version | Engine | Trans. | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corolla LE Eco | 1.8L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 30 | 40 | 34 | $1,950 |
| Corolla LE Eco | 1.8L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 30 | 38 | 33 | $2,050 |
| Corolla | 1.8L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 29 | 37 | 32 | $2,100 |
| Corolla | 1.8L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 29 | 36 | 32 | $2,100 |
| Corolla | 1.8L 4-cyl | M6 | FWD | 28 | 36 | 31 | $2,150 |
| Corolla | 1.8L 4-cyl | A4 | FWD | 27 | 35 | 30 | $2,250 |
How it compares
- 2014 Midsize Cars: class average 25.5 mpg over 206 versions; best Corolla +8.5 (#14).
- 2013: 29 mpg best (+5 for 2014).
- 2015: 34 mpg best.
- Fuel cost spread: $1,950–$2,250 a year ($300 difference).
- 2027 model: 50 mpg best (+16).
Safety
| Crash test | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Corolla 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ · 11.8% risk |
269 owner complaints: Air Bags 69, Electrical System 52, Unknown Or Other 38, Structure 32. Crashes 64, fires 3, injuries 50, deaths 1.
| Complaint area | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 69 | 26% |
| Electrical System | 52 | 19% |
| Unknown Or Other | 38 | 14% |
| Structure | 32 | 12% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 29 | 11% |
| Power Train | 26 | 10% |
| Engine | 18 | 7% |
| Steering | 18 | 7% |
Recent owner reports: Air Bags
“On March 12, 2025, I was involved in a frontal collision when another vehicle unexpectedly pulled out in front of me. Impact occurred to the front-left area of my vehicle. Despite the nature of the collision, the front airbags did not deploy.”
“The contact owned a 2014 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that while the daughter was driving approximately 70 MPH the daughter lost control of the steering causing the vehicle to roll over and crash into a ditch. During the crash, the vehicle sustained severe front-end damage and was destroyed but no air bags were deployed.”
“I was in a car accident .A woman failed to yield at a stop sign and rammed into the front of my car at a high accelerated speed. I was restrained but the right side of my forehead hit the rearview mirror .causing two huge knots on my head.”
Owner reports are unverified and filed directly with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 NHTSA campaigns (check a VIN).
| Date | Component | Campaign |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 17, 2020 | Air Bags › Air Bag/Restraint Control Module | 20V024000 |
| Oct 17, 2013 | Visibility › windshield Wiper/Washer › switch/Wiring | 13V505000 |