Toyota Corolla MPG, gas tank, tire pressure, and towing

The EPA rates the 2020 and later Toyota Corolla sedan at 31 to 35 mpg combined with the gas engines and 44 to 52 mpg as a Corolla Hybrid. A 2014–2019 Corolla gets 30 to 34 mpg combined, and a 2009–2013 Corolla 29 to 30 mpg. The gas tank holds 13.2 gallons on most Corollas since 2008; 2023–2025 sedans have a 12.4-gallon tank unless they ride on 18-inch tires. Tire pressure runs from 30 to 38 psi, depending on the year and wheel size.

Published November 13, 2026 · Sources · Share

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Corolla generations at a glance

  • 2008 (9th generation): the last year of the older 1.8L sedan.
  • 2009–2013 (10th generation): a 1.8L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE), plus a 2.4L in the sporty XRS.
  • 2014–2019 (11th generation): a 1.8L 4-cylinder, with a more efficient Valvematic version on the LE Eco.
  • 2019 and later (12th generation): the hatchback came first for 2019, the sedan for 2020. Engines: a 1.8L (through 2022), a 2.0L Dynamic Force, and, from 2020, the Corolla Hybrid.

Corolla gas mileage by year

The Corolla Hybrid is the clear mpg leader, rated well above 40 mpg combined. Among gas models, the base 1.8L and the 2.0L land close together; trims on bigger wheels give up a few mpg. Choose a year to see every EPA version:

202633–50 mpg combined · 5 versions
2026 Toyota Corolla: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
Corolla2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD343138
Corolla Hatchback2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD353241
Corolla Hatchback XSE2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD333038
Corolla Hybrid1.8L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD, hybrid505346
Corolla Hybrid AWD1.8L 4-cyl, CVT, AWD, hybrid485144
202533–35 mpg combined · 5 versions
2025 Toyota Corolla: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
Corolla2.0L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD (1)353241
Corolla2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD343138
Corolla2.0L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD (2)343140
Corolla Hatchback2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD353241
Corolla Hatchback XSE2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD333038
202433–35 mpg combined · 4 versions
2024 Toyota Corolla: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
Corolla2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD (1)353241
Corolla2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD (2)343140
Corolla Hatchback2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD353241
Corolla Hatchback XSE2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD333038
202333–50 mpg combined · 8 versions
2023 Toyota Corolla: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
Corolla2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD (1)353241
Corolla2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD (2)343140
Corolla Hatchback2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD353241
Corolla Hatchback XSE2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD333038
Corolla Hybrid1.8L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD, hybrid (1)505346
Corolla Hybrid1.8L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD, hybrid (2)475043
Corolla Hybrid AWD1.8L 4-cyl, CVT, AWD, hybrid (1)485144
Corolla Hybrid AWD1.8L 4-cyl, CVT, AWD, hybrid (2)444741
202231–52 mpg combined · 12 versions
2022 Toyota Corolla: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
Corolla2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD343140
Corolla1.8L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD333038
Corolla1.8L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd, FWD332939
Corolla2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd, FWD322936
Corolla APEX2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD343138
Corolla APEX2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd, FWD312836
Corolla Hatchback2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD353241
Corolla Hatchback2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd, FWD312836
Corolla Hatchback XSE2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD333038
Corolla Hybrid1.8L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD, hybrid525352
Corolla XLE1.8L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD322937
Corolla XSE2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD343138
202131–52 mpg combined · 12 versions
2021 Toyota Corolla: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
Corolla2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD343140
Corolla1.8L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD333038
Corolla1.8L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd, FWD332939
Corolla2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd, FWD322936
Corolla APEX2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD343138
Corolla APEX2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd, FWD312836
Corolla Hatchback2.0L 4-cyl, Auto (AM-S10), FWD353241
Corolla Hatchback2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd, FWD312837
Corolla Hatchback XSE2.0L 4-cyl, Auto (AM-S10), FWD333038
Corolla Hybrid1.8L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD, hybrid525352
Corolla XLE1.8L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD322937
Corolla XSE2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD343138
202031–52 mpg combined · 10 versions
2020 Toyota Corolla: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
Corolla2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD343140
Corolla1.8L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD333038
Corolla1.8L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd, FWD332939
Corolla2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd, FWD322936
Corolla Hatchback2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD353241
Corolla Hatchback2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd, FWD312837
Corolla Hatchback XSE2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD333038
Corolla Hybrid1.8L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD, hybrid525352
Corolla XLE1.8L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD322937
Corolla XSE2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD343138
201930–36 mpg combined · 8 versions
2019 Toyota Corolla: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
Corolla1.8L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD322836
Corolla1.8L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S7), FWD312835
Corolla1.8L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd, FWD302735
Corolla Hatchback2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD363242
Corolla Hatchback2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd, FWD312837
Corolla Hatchback XSE2.0L 4-cyl, CVT (AV-S10), FWD333038
Corolla LE Eco1.8L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD (1)343040
Corolla LE Eco1.8L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD (2)332938
2010–2018ranges by year · details on fueleconomy.gov
Toyota Corolla, 2010–2018: EPA MPG range across versions
YearCombinedCityHighwayVersions
201830–3427–3035–405
201730–3427–3035–405
201630–3427–3035–406
201530–3427–3035–406
201430–3427–3035–406
20132926–27332
20122926–2733–342
201124–3021–2730–344
201025–3022–2630–354

EPA estimates for new vehicles from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. EPA and U.S. DOE), data retrieved November 12, 2026. Your mileage will vary with how and where you drive. EPA data on this site starts with the 2010 model year.

A compact car that beats its EPA number is common on long, steady highway drives; short trips in winter pull it down. Where your numbers stand: what is good gas mileage.

Corolla gas tank size and range

For most of its history the Corolla tank has held 13.2 gallons, per Toyota’s owner’s manuals. The 2023–2025 manuals list two sizes for the 2.0L sedan: 12.4 gallons, or 13.2 gallons on cars with 18-inch tires. Every gas Corolla here takes regular 87-octane fuel.

Toyota Corolla: fuel tank and estimated range (tank × EPA combined MPG)
YearsEngineFuel tankEPA combinedRange on a full tank
20201.8L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FAE), sedan13.2 gal532–33 mpgabout 420–440 miles
20211.8L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FAE), sedan13.2 gal632–33 mpgabout 420–440 miles
20221.8L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FAE), sedan13.2 gal632–33 mpgabout 420–440 miles
20202.0L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS), sedan13.2 gal531–35 mpgabout 410–460 miles
20212.0L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS), sedan13.2 gal631–35 mpgabout 410–460 miles
20222.0L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS), sedan13.2 gal631–35 mpgabout 410–460 miles
20232.0L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS), sedan, built through March 2023Check your owner’s manual33–35 mpgCheck your owner’s manual
20232.0L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS), sedan, built from April 2023Check your owner’s manual33–35 mpgCheck your owner’s manual
2024–20252.0L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS), sedanCheck your owner’s manual33–35 mpgCheck your owner’s manual
20262.0L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS), sedanCheck your owner’s manual33–35 mpgCheck your owner’s manual
2019–20262.0L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS), hatchbackCheck your owner’s manual31–36 mpgCheck your owner’s manual
2020–20261.8L 4-cylinder hybrid (2ZR-FXE)Check your owner’s manual44–52 mpgCheck your owner’s manual
2014–20191.8L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE / 2ZR-FAE), sedan13.2 gal430–34 mpgabout 400–450 miles
2009–20131.8L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE)13.2 gal329–30 mpgabout 380–400 miles
2009–20102.4L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE), XRS13.2 gal225 mpgabout 330 miles
2011–20132.4L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE), XRS13.2 gal324–25 mpgabout 320–330 miles
20081.8L 4-cylinder13.2 gal1Before EPA data hereCheck your owner’s manual

We could not check the hatchback, Corolla Hybrid, and 2026 manuals, so those rows are blank; the fuel capacity is on the specifications page of your manual. For a road trip budget: trip gas cost calculator.

Corolla tire pressure

The Corolla is one of the few cars whose recommended pressure changed noticeably within one generation. A 2020–2022 sedan on 15-inch wheels takes 38 psi front and 36 rear; the same tire on a 2023–2025 sedan takes 33 and 30. Older Corollas take 30 to 35 psi. Always go by the label on the driver’s door jamb for your exact car, with the tires cold.

Toyota Corolla: tire size and pressure (cold) by trim
YearsTrimTire sizeFrontRear
2020–2022Sedan, 15-inch wheels195/65R15 91S638 psi36 psi
2020–2022Sedan, 16-inch wheels205/55R16 91H635 psi33 psi
2020Sedan, 16-inch wheels (91V tires)205/55R16 91V532 psi32 psi
2020–2022Sedan, 18-inch wheels225/40R18 88V633 psi30 psi
2023–2025Sedan, 15-inch wheels195/65R15 91S933 psi30 psi
2023–2025Sedan, 16-inch wheels205/55R16 91H935 psi33 psi
2023–2025Sedan, 18-inch wheels225/40R18 88V or 88W933 psi30 psi
2014–201915-inch wheels195/65R15 91S435 psi35 psi
2014–201916-inch wheelsP205/55R16 89H432 psi32 psi
2014–201917-inch wheelsP215/45R17 87W432 psi32 psi
2009–201315-inch wheelsP195/65R15 89S330 psi30 psi
2009–201316-inch wheelsP205/55R16 89H332 psi32 psi
2009–201317-inch wheelsP215/45R17 87W332 psi32 psi

If the TPMS light comes on after a cold night, see tire pressure light.

Oil at a glance

Most Corollas from 2009 to 2022 take 0W-20 and hold 4.4 quarts with the filter. The 2.0L engine changed twice: 0W-16 from 2020, then 0W-8, an even thinner oil, on cars built from April 2023. Details by year and engine are on the Corolla oil page.

Toyota Corolla oil at a glance
YearsEngineOilCapacity
20201.8L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FAE), sedan0W-2054.4 qt (4.2 L) with filter
20211.8L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FAE), sedan0W-2064.4 qt (4.2 L) with filter
20221.8L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FAE), sedan0W-2064.4 qt (4.2 L) with filter
20202.0L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS), sedan0W-1654.9 qt (4.6 L) with filter
20212.0L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS), sedan0W-1664.9 qt (4.6 L) with filter
20222.0L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS), sedan0W-1664.9 qt (4.6 L) with filter
20232.0L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS), sedan, built through March 20230W-1674.9 qt (4.6 L) with filter
20232.0L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS), sedan, built from April 20230W-884.9 qt (4.6 L) with filter
2024–20252.0L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS), sedan0W-894.4 qt (4.2 L) with filter
20262.0L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS), sedanCheck your owner’s manualCheck your owner’s manual
2019–20262.0L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS), hatchbackCheck your owner’s manualCheck your owner’s manual
2020–20261.8L 4-cylinder hybrid (2ZR-FXE)Check your owner’s manualCheck your owner’s manual
2014–20191.8L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE / 2ZR-FAE), sedan0W-2044.4 qt (4.2 L) with filter
2009–20131.8L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE)0W-2034.4 qt (4.2 L) with filter
2009–20102.4L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE), XRSCheck your owner’s manual4 qt (3.8 L) with filter
2011–20132.4L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE), XRS5W-2034 qt (3.8 L) with filter
20081.8L 4-cylinderCheck your owner’s manualCheck your owner’s manual

Corolla towing capacity

The 2009–2013 Corolla manuals rate it for up to 1,500 lb. The 2011–2013 manuals keep that rating for the 2.4L XRS but say Toyota does not recommend towing with the 1.8L. For 2014 and later sedans, the manuals say Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer.

  • 12th generation (2019–2026): not rated for towing9
  • 11th generation (2014–2019): not rated for towing4
  • 10th generation (2009–2013): up to 1,500 lb3
  • 9th generation (2008): Check your owner’s manual

Recalls: check by VIN

Corollas are often bought used, sometimes with an unclear history. Before or right after you buy one, run the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It lists only open recalls for that exact car, and a Toyota dealer does the repair for free.

What to record in your log

A Corolla is cheap to run, and a log keeps it that way:

  • Each fill-up, so a sudden drop in mpg stands out early. The MPG calculator works out the number from two fill-ups.
  • The oil grade at each change, because 2023 and later 2.0L engines may call for 0W-8, which many quick-lube shops do not carry.
  • Tire rotations and the pressure you set, especially if you own a 2020–2022 model with its higher 15-inch values.

Keep it in a fuel log and a car maintenance log. Toyota’s intervals are on the Corolla maintenance schedule page.

FAQ

What is the gas mileage of a Toyota Corolla?

31 to 35 mpg combined for 2020 and later gas sedans, 44 to 52 mpg for the Corolla Hybrid, and 30 to 34 mpg for 2014–2019 models, according to the EPA.

How many gallons does a Corolla hold?

13.2 gallons on most 2008–2022 models. The 2023–2025 2.0L sedan holds 12.4 gallons, or 13.2 with 18-inch tires.

What should the tire pressure be on a Toyota Corolla?

It depends on the year and wheels, from 30 to 38 psi. The door-jamb label shows the right number for your car.

Can a Corolla tow a trailer?

2009–2013 models are rated up to 1,500 lb (the 2011–2013 1.8L excepted). For 2014 and later, Toyota does not recommend towing.

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Sources

  1. Toyota 2008 Corolla Owner’s Manual (OM12B28U) (checked November 13, 2026)
  2. Toyota 2010 Corolla Owner’s Manual (OM12C22U) (checked November 13, 2026)
  3. Toyota 2013 Corolla Owner’s Manual (OM12E11U) (checked November 13, 2026)
  4. Toyota 2019 Corolla Owner’s Manual (OM02535U) (checked November 13, 2026)
  5. Toyota 2020 Corolla Owner’s Manual (OM02580U) (checked November 13, 2026)
  6. Toyota 2022 Corolla Owner’s Manual (OM02617U) (checked November 13, 2026)
  7. Toyota 2023 Corolla Owner’s Manual (OM02525U, through March 2023 production) (checked November 13, 2026)
  8. Toyota 2023 Corolla Owner’s Manual (OM02568U, from April 2023 production) (checked November 13, 2026)
  9. Toyota 2025 Corolla Owner’s Manual (OM02688U) (checked November 13, 2026)
  10. Toyota 2008 Corolla Scheduled Maintenance Guide (checked November 13, 2026)
  11. Toyota 2013 Corolla Warranty & Maintenance Guide (checked November 13, 2026)
  12. Toyota 2019 Corolla Warranty & Maintenance Guide (checked November 13, 2026)
  13. Toyota 2024 Corolla Warranty & Maintenance Guide (checked November 13, 2026)
  14. Toyota 2024 Corolla Owner’s Manual (OM02684U) (checked November 13, 2026)
  15. U.S. EPA and U.S. DOE, fueleconomy.gov vehicle data (MPG; retrieved November 12, 2026)