Toyota Corolla vs Corolla Hybrid: Which is Right for you?

Looking for a sleek, ultra-fuel efficient, and smooth ride that’s suited for daily cruising? There’s a 2021 Toyota Corolla and a 2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid awaiting you with a bold grille, refined curves, and head-turning design begging you to jump inside. And, while the ride quality is similar between the two, there are a few key differences that will make one a better choice for you. Test drive both sedans at Toyota of Rock Hill today.

High MPG without Compromising Fun

Take a ride in the 2021 Corolla Hybrid, and you’ll find massive fuel efficiency comes naturally with up to EPA-estimated 53 city mpg—more than enough to help you commute through York and Lancaster throughout the week without a refuel. Plus, with up to 121 horsepower, you can still enjoy spirited rides to pass other cars with ease and making left turns without worry.

By comparison, the 2021 Corolla gives you a choice between two powertrains, with the base 1.8L 4-cylinder packing up to 139 horsepower and EPA-estimated 38 highway mpg and the available 2.0L 4-cylinder unleashing 169 horsepower, 151 lb-ft torque, and up to EPA-estimated 38 highway mpg. Whichever motor you select, there’s no denying you’ll experience a fun ride and blast off from green lights with ease without frequent worries of finding the next gas station to refuel.

Between the two sedans, the drive is similar—the only major difference being the hybrid model packs slightly more fuel economy while the gas models pack a touch more power for your cruises.

Ride Savvy and Tech Savvy…All at Once

During your drives you’re accompanied by modern tech that almost ensures fun rides at all times with connections to your favorite media. With Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto^™, you’ll jam out to your playlists while also getting back to calls hands-free. Meanwhile, Amazon Alexa becomes a virtual assistant, ready to answer questions and provide voice-directions at your command. The only real difference between the tech offered in the 2021 Corolla models is that the hybrid packs a standard 8-inch touch screen while the base gas models equip you with a 7-inch touchscreen—upgradeable to an 8-inch display.

Safe and Dependable for Daily Drives and Weekend Escapes

Both gas and hybrid models of the 2021 Corolla equip you with Toyota Safety Sense^™ 2.0 as a standard feature to look out for your rides. Features like Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist help keep you in line by sending warnings when you accidentally leave your lane—and even provide gentle steering to assist you in re-centering. Meanwhile, Road Sign Assist helps you remain informed about local speed limits. For more safety, Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Automatic High Beams, Lane Tracing Assist, and Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control are also a part of the safety features looking out for your ride when you hit the local highways and city roads.

See How a Sleek Toyota Will Change Your Drives

Ready to find out whether the 2021 Toyota Corolla or Toyota Corolla Hybrid works better for you? Schedule a test drive of both sedans at Toyota of Rock Hill. While you’re here, let one of our team members know the features you’re looking for, and we’ll help you find a 2021 Toyota Corolla for sale that responds to your needs—it’s the least we can do as your local Toyota dealer.