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2023 Toyota

Corolla

Auto (AV-S10), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, SIDI & PFI

Toyota Corolla: best and worst years
2023 Toyota Corolla (photo 1 of 2)
2023 photoAlexander-93CC BY-SA 4.0via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic (AV-S10)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

HP
169
Power to weight
0.055 hp/lb
Axle ratio
3.79
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

Smog score
7/10
Real-world MPG
39.2 mpg, reported by 1 driverabout 4.2 mpg above the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
Yes

Dimensions & capacity

GVWR class
Class 1B (3,001 to 4,000 lb)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Standard
Lane-departure warning
Standard
Recalls
4
Owner complaints
73 See on NHTSA
Reported injuries
4

Feature availability

Cameras & visibility

  • Backup camera
    Standard

Driver assist

  • Adaptive cruise control
    Standard
  • Automatic emergency brakingPart of Toyota Safety Sense.
    Standard
  • Blind-spot monitor
    Optional
  • Lane-keeping assist
    Standard

Convenience

  • Push-button start
    Standard

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER16%
  • STEERING14%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM11%
  • ENGINE11%
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING10%
  • SERVICE BRAKES6%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 115 total.

Toyota Corolla: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

98 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Feb 27, 2026ENGINET-SB-0104-21 Rev2

    OBSOLETE NOTICE February 27, 2026: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete.

  • Jan 7, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERT-SB-0055-24 Rev2

    Some 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to provide general guidelines and procedures for odor remediation. This Service Bulletin provides a guide on how to prepare and treat the interior of the vehicle for odor remediation. Refer to the applicable model and model year Repair Manual a

  • Jan 1, 2026STRUCTURE:BODY23TD01

    23TD01 Expired on December 31, 2025 TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN 23TD01 LICENSE PLATE BRACKET CLIPS INTERFERE WITH LOWER GRILLE ASSEMBLY 2023 COROLLA HATCHBACK

  • Sep 23, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHER25R001

    SERVICE CAMPAIGN RENOTIFICATION OWNER RENOTIFICATION 25R001

  • Aug 19, 2025ENGINET-SB-0088-23 Rev2

    OBSOLETE NOTICE August 19, 2025: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0059-25.

  • Aug 15, 2025ENGINET-SB-0059-25

    Some 2020 – 2025 model year Corolla vehicles may exhibit a vibration or rattle noise from the right-hand engine mounting insulator sub-assembly. This condition will usually go away when the engine’s Revolutions Per Minute (RPM) are above idle. This condition is typically found on vehicles in warm climates/weather. No Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are associated with this condition. This condition does not affect the operation of the vehicle.

  • Jun 25, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMT-SB-0010-24 Rev2

    Some 2021 – 2022 model year Avalon, 2018 – 2024 Camry, 2019 – 2025 model year Corolla, 2022 – 2025 model year Corolla Cross, and 2019 – 2025 model year RAV4 vehicles with A25A-FKS and M20A-FKS engines may have a MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) upon cold soak start up with engine coolant temperatures between 14°F – 41°F: •P030027 – Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected (Emission) Signal Rate of Change Above Threshold •P030000 – Random/Multi

  • Jun 17, 2025ENGINET-TT-0784-25 Rev1

    Some ECUs can set a DTC that is common with other ECUs. This can lead to accidental use of the wrong repair manual when diagnosing these type of DTCs.

  • and 90 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
2 yr
Maintenance
2 yr / 25k mi
EV battery
10 yr / 150k mi

Source: www.toyota.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.