2017 Toyota Corolla MPG
30–34 mpg combined across 7 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, M6) 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 | 29 | 38 | 33 | $2,050 |
| Corolla | 1.8L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 28 | 36 | 32 | $2,100 |
| Corolla | 1.8L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 28 | 35 | 31 | $2,150 |
| Corolla iM | 1.8L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 28 | 36 | 31 | $2,150 |
| Corolla | 1.8L 4-cyl | M6 | FWD | 27 | 35 | 30 | $2,250 |
| Corolla iM | 1.8L 4-cyl | M6 | FWD | 27 | 35 | 30 | $2,250 |
How it compares
- 2017 Midsize Cars: class average 26.7 mpg over 186 versions; best Corolla +7.3 (#19).
- 2016: 34 mpg best (no change).
- 2018: 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 |
189 owner complaints: Air Bags 57, Unknown Or Other 33, Vehicle Speed Control 30, Service Brakes 26. Crashes 47, fires 1, injuries 44.
| Complaint area | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 57 | 30% |
| Unknown Or Other | 33 | 17% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 30 | 16% |
| Service Brakes | 26 | 14% |
| Electrical System | 21 | 11% |
| Power Train | 17 | 9% |
| Engine | 13 | 7% |
| Steering | 13 | 7% |
Recent owner reports: Air Bags
“My 2017 Toyota Corolla is Involved in Illegal Airbags that Are A Horrible CRASH RATING F - by .Toyota of Spartanburg South Carolina in 3 Recall To the Owner of 2017 Toyota Certified Pre Owned USA Automobile The NTSA Has Multiple Auto Manufacturing Companies that Are CHINESE AIRBAGS That ARE UNSAFE AND CAN DEPLOY and HURT PASSENGERS and ALLSTATE AUTO INSURANCE WILL TEST SAFE USA AIRBAGS for My TOYOTA USA SEDAN To…”
“My2017 Toyota Corolla was Purchased at Dave Edward’s Certified Pre Owned Car Dealer in Spartanburg South Carolina in 2018 It has Multiple Recall Notices by Toyota USA on ILLEGAL FACTORY INSTALLED CHINESE AIR BAGS THAT SHOULD NOT HAVE BEEN IN TOYOTA USA AUTOMOBILES BY INFERIOR DESIGN AND POOR QUALITY ALARM FAILURE THIS SPARTANBURG TOYOTA DEALERSHIP IS INVOLVED IN A NATIONAL CRISIS OF AIR BAG ILLEGAL RECALL…”
“While I was driving in the middle lane through an intersection, a car from the opposite side failed to yield while turning and hit me on my driver's side. My car was traveling at approximately 35 MPH, and the other vehicle was exceeding the speed limit. The impact caused my car to veer in the opposite direction and I lost consciousness immediately.”
Owner reports are unverified and filed directly with NHTSA.
Recalls
3 NHTSA campaigns (check a VIN).
| Date | Component | Campaign |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 17, 2020 | Air Bags › Air Bag/Restraint Control Module | 20V024000 |
| Jun 28, 2019 | Equipment › other › labels | 19V503000 |
| May 2, 2017 | Tires › temporary/Emergency Spare Tire | 17V295000 |