2027 Toyota Corolla:
Gas or Hybrid, and Which Grade Fits

The 2027 Toyota Corolla is Toyota's four-door compact sedan, offered as a gas car in the LE, SE and XSE grades or as a hybrid in the Hybrid LE, Hybrid SE and Hybrid XLE. Here in Southwestern Pennsylvania, where the typical commute runs about 26 minutes, it suits drivers who want a five-seat sedan that goes easy on fuel.

Going hybrid doesn't have to cost more. The front-wheel-drive Hybrid LE launched at a starting MSRP of $25,175, excluding destination, which put it below the gas SE. The EPA rates that Hybrid LE at 50 mpg combined, compared with 35 for the gas LE. Of the six grades, all-wheel drive comes only on the Hybrid LE and Hybrid SE.

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These are the key facts for the 2027 Corolla.

Key Fact	2027 Toyota Corolla
Body and seating	Four-door compact sedan that seats five
Gas grades	LE, SE and XSE: 2.0-liter four-cylinder, 169 hp, front-wheel drive
Hybrid grades	Hybrid LE, Hybrid SE and Hybrid XLE: 1.8-liter hybrid, 138 hp net
All-wheel drive	Available on Hybrid LE, Hybrid SE
Starting MSRP at Launch	LE $23,325, excluding destination
EPA combined mpg	Gas grades 33 to 35; hybrid grades 44 to 50
Standard safety	Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 and Blind Spot Monitor, standard on all six grades
Trunk	13.1 cu ft
Warranty	36 months/36,000 miles basic; 60 months/60,000 miles powertrain; 96 months/100,000 miles hybrid system on the hybrids

Which 2027 Corolla Fits You?

Red 2027 Toyota Corolla driving on a road through rolling hills

Toyota lists six 2027 Corolla grades, three gas and three hybrid, and has also announced a Corolla Hybrid 60th Anniversary for early 2027. The hybrid versions of the LE and SE offer a choice of front-wheel or all-wheel drive. For each version, you'll find its drive, powertrain, EPA combined rating and starting price at launch, excluding destination.

Grade	Drive	Powertrain	EPA Combined MPG	Starting MSRP at Launch
LE	Front-wheel drive	2.0-liter gas	35	$23,325
SE	Front-wheel drive	2.0-liter gas	33	$25,765
XSE	Front-wheel drive	2.0-liter gas	33	$29,040
Hybrid LE	Front-wheel drive	1.8-liter hybrid	50	$25,175
Hybrid LE	All-wheel drive	1.8-liter hybrid	48	$26,575
Hybrid SE	Front-wheel drive	1.8-liter hybrid	47	$27,615
Hybrid SE	All-wheel drive	1.8-liter hybrid	44	$29,015
Hybrid XLE	Front-wheel drive	1.8-liter hybrid	50	$29,540

Three choices narrow the field: gas or hybrid, front-wheel or all-wheel drive, and how much screen and sound you want. If you were leaning toward the gas SE, the front-wheel-drive Hybrid LE gets you a higher EPA rating for less at launch. In exchange, you give up the SE's Sport mode, its two-tone roof option and its SE Premium Package option, among other things.

Couple walking up to a red 2027 Toyota Corolla parked by a wooded trail

What Each Grade Adds

LE and Hybrid LE: These two share the smaller touchscreen and gauge cluster, the standard six-speaker audio, and Normal and Eco driving modes. Either one can add the LE Premium Package. The gas LE is front-wheel drive, while the Hybrid LE adds the choice of all-wheel drive.

SE and Hybrid SE: Both SE grades add a Sport mode to Normal and Eco and keep the smaller screens as standard. Their package option is the SE Premium Package. The Hybrid SE comes in front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive versions. The gas SE is available in a two-tone finish with a Midnight Black Metallic roof at extra cost.

XSE: This gas grade gets the larger touchscreen and digital gauge cluster as standard. It has Normal, Sport and Eco modes and is the only one of these six grades with paddle shifters on the steering wheel. The XSE also offers JBL Premium Audio and the same two-tone roof as the SE.

Hybrid XLE: The Hybrid XLE combines hybrid mileage with the larger screens, which come standard. It has Normal and Eco modes and can add the JBL Premium Audio package.

Close-up of the chrome Corolla badge on the trunk of a white Toyota Corolla

Which Grade Should You Choose?

Start with what matters most to you, then look at the grade beside it.

If you want	Look at
To spend the least to start	The gas LE
Hybrid mileage at the lowest hybrid price at launch	The Hybrid LE with front-wheel drive
All-wheel drive	The Hybrid LE or Hybrid SE with all-wheel drive
The larger screens	The XSE or Hybrid XLE, or either SE grade with the SE Premium Package
JBL sound	The XSE or Hybrid XLE
A Sport driving mode	The SE, XSE or Hybrid SE
Paddle shifters	The XSE
A two-tone roof	The SE or XSE

If you're also looking at a Honda Civic, our 2026 Toyota Corolla vs. Honda Civic comparison covers the 2026 model year.

Gas or Hybrid? Is All-Wheel Drive Worth It?

Red 2027 Toyota Corolla driving down a tree-lined road, seen from the rear

The 2027 Corolla's two powertrains decide your mileage and whether all-wheel drive is on the table.

Powertrain	Engine	Output	Transmission	Fuel	Drive
Gas (LE, SE, XSE)	2.0-liter four-cylinder	169 hp at 6,600 rpm; 151 lb-ft at 4,400 rpm	Automatic, with paddle shifters on the XSE	Regular	Front-wheel drive
Hybrid (Hybrid LE, Hybrid SE, Hybrid XLE)	1.8-liter aluminum four-cylinder, paired with a hybrid system	138 hp net combined; the engine alone makes 96 hp and 105 lb-ft	Automatic	Regular	Front-wheel drive; all-wheel drive available on the Hybrid LE and Hybrid SE

The gas engine makes more horsepower, and the hybrid answers with far better mileage. The EPA's city and highway estimates show that gap for each version of the 2027 Corolla.

Grade and Drive	EPA City MPG	EPA Highway MPG
LE	31	41
SE	30	38
XSE	29	38
Hybrid LE, front-wheel drive	53	46
Hybrid LE, all-wheel drive	51	44
Hybrid SE, front-wheel drive	50	43
Hybrid SE, all-wheel drive	47	41
Hybrid XLE	53	46

The hybrid's lead is widest in city driving and narrowest on the highway, so the more stop-and-go driving you do, the further ahead the hybrid pulls.

Where All-Wheel Drive Fits

Toyota offers all-wheel drive on its Hybrid LE and Hybrid SE grades and calls it Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive. On both grades, choosing all-wheel drive raises the starting price at launch and trims the EPA ratings a little, as the city and highway figures above show.

Snowfall in Fayette County averages about 43 inches a year in the valleys and up to about 75 inches at higher elevations. Add in hilly roads that cross ridges such as Chestnut Ridge, and all-wheel drive deserves a close look. On the 2027 Corolla, that puts a Hybrid LE or Hybrid SE on your list. You can also see how our Toyotas line up for Pennsylvania winters.

Room, Cargo and Comfort

Front seats of a 2027 Toyota Corolla seen through the open driver's door

The 2027 Corolla is a five-seat sedan. Its front row has more room than the back row on each measure below.

Interior Space	Front	Rear
Leg room	42.0 in	34.8 in
Shoulder room	54.0 in	51.7 in
Hip room	53.9 in	51.3 in

Seating, trunk space and outside size are the same across the six grades, while the fuel tank depends on the powertrain.

Size and Capacity	2027 Corolla
Seats	5
Trunk	13.1 cu ft
EPA passenger volume	88.6 cu ft
Fuel tank	13.2 gal on the gas grades; 11.3 gal on the hybrid grades
Length, width, height	182.5 in, 70.1 in, 56.5 in
Wheelbase	106.3 in
Ground clearance	5.3 in

If you need more cargo room than a sedan trunk or want to sit higher, compare Toyota models side by side.

Technology and Safety

Blind Spot Monitor warning light glowing in the side mirror of a 2027 Toyota Corolla

In the 2027 Corolla, the screen and gauge setup depends on the grade and its package, while the core safety equipment is standard from the LE to the Hybrid XLE.

Grade	Touchscreen	Digital Gauge Cluster	Audio	Package Offered
LE	8-in.	7-in.	6 speakers	LE Premium Package
Hybrid LE	8-in.	7-in.	6 speakers	LE Premium Package
SE	8-in., or 10.5-in. with the package	7-in., or 12.3-in. with the package	6 speakers	SE Premium Package
Hybrid SE	8-in., or 10.5-in. with the package	7-in., or 12.3-in. with the package	6 speakers	SE Premium Package
XSE	10.5-in.	12.3-in.	6 speakers; nine-speaker JBL available	JBL Premium Audio
Hybrid XLE	10.5-in.	12.3-in.	6 speakers; nine-speaker JBL available	JBL Premium Audio

Both touchscreens run Toyota Audio Multimedia with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

What Each Package Includes

Each of the six grades has one package on offer, with the contents listed below.

LE Premium Package (LE and Hybrid LE): Smart Key System on the front doors and trunk with Push Button Start; remote keyless entry with lock, panic and trunk-release functions; 16-inch alloy wheels with P205/55R16 tires; Qi-compatible wireless charging.

SE Premium Package (SE and Hybrid SE): Qi-compatible wireless charging; a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster; a 10.5-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen.

JBL Premium Audio (XSE and Hybrid XLE): a nine-speaker JBL system with an amplifier and subwoofer.

Connected Services

Connected services on the 2027 Corolla start as trials. Every grade Toyota lists gets 5-year Safety Connect and Service Connect trials and a Wi-Fi Connect trial of up to 30 days or 3 GB. On the Hybrid XLE and XSE, Drive Connect comes with a 3-month trial. Each service needs a subscription once its trial ends.

Standard Safety Equipment

On the 2027 Corolla, Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard on every grade Toyota lists. It includes:

Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
Lane Tracing Assist
Automatic High Beams
Road Sign Assist
Proactive Driving Assist

Outside that suite, Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert is also standard.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) rates the 2027 Corolla 5 stars for frontal crash protection, for both the driver and the passenger, and 4 stars for rollover. NHTSA has not published an overall or side rating for it. Ratings change as new tests are published, so check NHTSA.gov for the latest.

Warranty and ToyotaCare

Blue 2027 Toyota Corolla driving along a desert road, side view

The 2027 Corolla comes with Toyota's new-vehicle warranty, and the hybrid grades add coverage for the hybrid system.

Coverage	Term	Applies To
Basic	36 months/36,000 miles	All six grades
Powertrain	60 months/60,000 miles	All six grades
Restraint system	60 months/60,000 miles	All six grades
Hybrid system	96 months/100,000 miles	Hybrid LE, Hybrid SE, Hybrid XLE

Toyota also includes ToyotaCare with every new Toyota: factory-scheduled maintenance for one year or 10,000 miles, whichever comes first, plus two years of 24/7 roadside assistance.

Shopping a 2027 Corolla at Mike Kelly Toyota

White 2027 Toyota Corolla driving on a lakeside road through pine forest

When you've settled on a Corolla grade, gas or hybrid, browse our new Toyota inventory and request a test drive to get behind the wheel first. Before you buy your new Corolla, read about the Kelly Confidence Program.

Our finance team works with lenders to help arrange financing for all credit. You can also estimate a monthly payment before you talk with us. If you have a vehicle to trade, get a value for your trade-in by sending us its details and your contact information, and we'll get back to you with a figure. As you work out the numbers on a 2027 Corolla, look over the new Toyota specials running now.

Buyers often report finishing the deal by phone, text or email and coming in only for a quick pickup, and many make the trip from out of town, including from northern West Virginia. They also describe the experience as no-pressure and low-hassle.

For help choosing a Corolla grade or package, contact us. To talk about the Corolla in person, come see us at 1 Mary Jane Wood Drive, Uniontown, PA 15401, and look up our hours and directions before you set out. If a new Corolla is more than you want to spend, browse our used Toyotas or our certified pre-owned Toyotas.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the 2027 Corolla cost?

At launch, starting MSRPs for the grades Toyota lists ranged from $23,325 for the gas LE to $29,540 for the Hybrid XLE, excluding destination.

Is the 2027 Corolla Hybrid more expensive than the gas Corolla?

It depends on which gas grade you compare it with. Excluding destination, a Hybrid LE with front-wheel drive launched at a starting MSRP of $25,175, above the gas LE's $23,325 but below the gas SE's $25,765.

What gas mileage does the 2027 Corolla get?

EPA combined estimates are 35 mpg for the LE and 33 for the SE and XSE. On the hybrid side, the estimates are 50 for the Hybrid LE with front-wheel drive or 48 with all-wheel drive, 47 or 44 for the Hybrid SE, and 50 for the Hybrid XLE.

Which 2027 Corolla grades have all-wheel drive?

Toyota offers Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive on the Hybrid LE and the Hybrid SE. The gas LE, SE and XSE are front-wheel drive, and so is the Hybrid XLE.

Which 2027 Corolla has the bigger touchscreen?

The 10.5-inch touchscreen is standard on the XSE and Hybrid XLE and comes with the SE Premium Package on either SE grade. The two LE grades use the 8-inch touchscreen.

What safety features come standard on the 2027 Corolla?

Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 and Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert are standard on each of the LE, SE, XSE, Hybrid LE, Hybrid SE and Hybrid XLE grades. NHTSA rates the 2027 Corolla 5 stars for frontal crash protection and 4 stars for rollover.

What warranty comes with the 2027 Corolla?

Toyota covers it for 36 months/36,000 miles basic and 60 months/60,000 miles powertrain, and the hybrid grades add 96 months/100,000 miles of hybrid system coverage. ToyotaCare adds factory-scheduled maintenance for one year or 10,000 miles, whichever comes first, plus two years of 24/7 roadside assistance.

Is the Corolla Hatchback or the GR Corolla the same car as the 2027 Corolla sedan?

No. The 2027 Corolla sedan has four doors and seats five, with a 13.1-cubic-foot trunk. The Corolla Hatchback and the GR Corolla are separate models. If you're curious about either one, ask us.

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