2027 Toyota Corolla Overview: Grades, Efficiency and What’s New
The 2027 Toyota Corolla arrives at Temecula Valley Toyota in six grades and nine configurations, spanning $24,620 TSRP† to $30,835 TSRP† with EPA-estimated combined fuel economy from 34 to 50 MPG‡. Gas grades are the LE, SE and XSE. Hybrid grades are the Hybrid LE, Hybrid SE and Hybrid XLE, joined this year by a limited 60th Anniversary Special Edition. Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard on every one of them.¶
†Total Suggested Retail Price (TSRP) for new vehicles includes manufacturer and distributor options and delivery, processing, and handling fees, which are subject to change at any time. TSRP excludes taxes, title, license, dealer-installed options, accessories, fees and charges. TSRP is not the dealer advertised price. Dealer price will vary. The dealer sets the final price.
‡EPA-estimated fuel economy figures are for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, battery age/condition, and other factors.
¶Driver-assist and safety systems are supplemental aids and are not a substitute for safe, attentive driving. Their effectiveness depends on weather, road, and traffic conditions and other factors. Always obey traffic laws and stay attentive to the road. See your owner’s manual for system details and limitations.
Cited Source: Toyota USA Newsroom — 2027 Corolla grades and pricing | Toyota — 2027 Corolla grade lineup and standard equipment
A 60th Anniversary Edition Marks Six Decades
Toyota is marking sixty years of the Corolla with a 60th Anniversary Special Edition, limited to 2,500 units in the United States and built on the Corolla Hybrid SE. It adds 18-inch machined, black-finished alloy wheels, exclusive 60th Anniversary badging in place of the standard SE badging, 60th Anniversary door sill plates and floor mats, and sport seats with Black and Red Sport fabric inserts. The 10.5-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen is standard on it. Paint is limited to Ice Cap or Supersonic Red, and Supersonic Red is exclusive to this edition. It reaches dealers in early 2027, and Toyota has not yet announced its price.
Cited Source: Toyota USA Newsroom — 2027 Corolla 60th Anniversary Special Edition announcement
The 2027 Corolla Lineup at a Glance
Eight configurations carry announced pricing. All-wheel drive is available only on hybrid grades, and it adds $1,400 in TSRP† to the Hybrid LE and the Hybrid SE alike.
| Grade | Powertrain | Drivetrain | Starting Price | EPA-Estimated City MPG | EPA-Estimated Highway MPG | EPA-Estimated Combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LE | 2.0L Gas | Front-Wheel Drive | $24,620 TSRP† | 32‡ | 41‡ | 35‡ |
| SE | 2.0L Gas | Front-Wheel Drive | $27,060 TSRP† | 31‡ | 40‡ | 34‡ |
| XSE | 2.0L Gas | Front-Wheel Drive | $30,335 TSRP† | 31‡ | 38‡ | 34‡ |
| Hybrid LE | 1.8L Hybrid | Front-Wheel Drive | $26,470 TSRP† | 53‡ | 46‡ | 50‡ |
| Hybrid LE AWD | 1.8L Hybrid | All-Wheel Drive | $27,870 TSRP† | 51‡ | 44‡ | 48‡ |
| Hybrid SE | 1.8L Hybrid | Front-Wheel Drive | $28,910 TSRP† | 50‡ | 43‡ | 47‡ |
| Hybrid SE AWD | 1.8L Hybrid | All-Wheel Drive | $30,310 TSRP† | 47‡ | 41‡ | 44‡ |
| Hybrid XLE | 1.8L Hybrid | Front-Wheel Drive | $30,835 TSRP† | 53‡ | 46‡ | 50‡ |
| 60th Anniversary Special Edition | 1.8L Hybrid | Front-Wheel Drive | TSRP† to be announced by Toyota | 50‡ | 43‡ | 47‡ |
†Total Suggested Retail Price (TSRP) for new vehicles includes manufacturer and distributor options and delivery, processing, and handling fees, which are subject to change at any time. TSRP excludes taxes, title, license, dealer-installed options, accessories, fees and charges. TSRP is not the dealer advertised price. Dealer price will vary. The dealer sets the final price.
‡EPA-estimated fuel economy figures are for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, battery age/condition, and other factors.
Cited Source: Toyota USA Newsroom — 2027 Corolla grade pricing table | fueleconomy.gov — U.S. EPA fuel economy ratings
Should You Choose the Gas or Hybrid Corolla?
Two powertrains serve the lineup, and the choice sets your drivetrain options as much as your fuel economy.
| Specification | 2.0L Gas | 1.8L Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0-liter Dynamic Force four-cylinder | 1.8-liter four-cylinder with Toyota Hybrid System 5 |
| Horsepower | 169 hp | 138 hp net combined |
| Torque | 151 lb-ft | Toyota does not publish a net combined torque rating |
| Transmission | Continuously variable transmission (CVT) | Electronically controlled CVT (ECVT) |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive only | Front-wheel drive standard; all-wheel drive available on Hybrid LE and Hybrid SE |
| Grades | LE, SE, XSE | Hybrid LE, Hybrid SE, Hybrid XLE, 60th Anniversary Special Edition |
The hybrid premium is $1,850 in TSRP† at both the LE and SE grades, and at the LE it moves EPA-estimated combined fuel economy from 35 to 50 MPG‡. Hybrid all-wheel drive uses a dedicated rear electric motor rather than a driveshaft, so traction arrives without a mechanical connection to the rear axle. You can see what is arriving in our Corolla Hybrid inventory.
†Total Suggested Retail Price (TSRP) for new vehicles includes manufacturer and distributor options and delivery, processing, and handling fees, which are subject to change at any time. TSRP excludes taxes, title, license, dealer-installed options, accessories, fees and charges. TSRP is not the dealer advertised price. Dealer price will vary. The dealer sets the final price.
‡EPA-estimated fuel economy figures are for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, battery age/condition, and other factors.
Cited Source: Toyota USA Newsroom — 2027 Corolla powertrains and drivetrain availability
Safety Equipment Does Not Change by Price
Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard on every 2027 Corolla grade, gas and hybrid alike. The suite covers a Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Lane Tracing Assist, Road Sign Assist, Automatic High Beams and Proactive Driving Assist. Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert sits outside that suite and is standard as well, alongside ten airbags, a backup camera and the Star Safety System. The safety floor does not move as you step up the lineup.¶
¶Driver-assist and safety systems are supplemental aids and are not a substitute for safe, attentive driving. Their effectiveness depends on weather, road, and traffic conditions and other factors. Always obey traffic laws and stay attentive to the road. See your owner’s manual for system details and limitations.
Cited Source: Toyota — 2027 Corolla safety and convenience features | Toyota USA Newsroom — standard safety equipment across grades
Go Deeper on the 2027 Corolla
Three pages carry the detail this overview summarizes.
Trims and Pricing
Every grade’s price and what separates it from the grade below is broken out on our 2027 Corolla trims and pricing page.
Safety Features
The full Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 breakdown and airbag coverage are detailed on our 2027 Corolla safety features page.
Specs and What’s New
Powertrain detail, standard equipment and model-year changes are covered on our 2027 Corolla specs and trims page.
Compare the Corolla Against Its Siblings
Cross-shopping within the Corolla family? Our Corolla vs. Corolla Cross comparison covers the sedan-versus-crossover decision, the Corolla Hybrid vs. Prius Prime comparison weighs the two efficiency plays, and the Corolla family lineup page maps the full range.
Shop the 2027 Corolla at Temecula Valley Toyota
Temecula Valley Toyota is at 26631 Ynez Road in Temecula, and our sales team can be reached at (951) 319-7911. Drivers from Murrieta, Menifee, Wildomar, Lake Elsinore, Canyon Lake, Winchester, Sun City, Fallbrook and Camp Pendleton shop the Corolla lineup with us.
Disclaimers
†Total Suggested Retail Price (TSRP) for new vehicles includes manufacturer and distributor options and delivery, processing, and handling fees, which are subject to change at any time. TSRP excludes taxes, title, license, dealer-installed options, accessories, fees and charges. TSRP is not the dealer advertised price. Dealer price will vary. The dealer sets the final price.
‡EPA-estimated fuel economy figures are for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, battery age/condition, and other factors.
¶Driver-assist and safety systems are supplemental aids and are not a substitute for safe, attentive driving. Their effectiveness depends on weather, road, and traffic conditions and other factors. Always obey traffic laws and stay attentive to the road. See your owner’s manual for system details and limitations.
Cited Sources
Toyota USA Newsroom — 2027 Corolla grades and pricing, 60th Anniversary Special Edition announcement, powertrains and drivetrain availability, standard safety equipment across grades
Toyota — 2027 Corolla grade lineup, standard equipment, and safety and convenience features
fueleconomy.gov — U.S. EPA fuel economy ratings