2011 Toyota Corolla MPG
EPA ratings for the 2011 Toyota Corolla run from 21–27 mpg in town to 30–34 on the highway, or 24–30 combined, depending on which of its 4 versions you look at.
The most efficient pairs the 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine with a manual transmission and front-wheel drive, at 30 mpg combined. The thirstiest version uses the 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with a manual transmission and front-wheel drive and is rated 24 mpg combined. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2010 model.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corolla | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 34 | 30 | Regular · 296 g CO₂/mi |
| Corolla | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 34 | 29 | Regular · 306 g CO₂/mi |
| Corolla | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 30 | 25 | Regular · 355 g CO₂/mi |
| Corolla | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 30 | 24 | Regular · 370 g CO₂/mi |
2011 Toyota Corolla fuel cost per year
Driving 15,000 miles a year on regular gasoline at the September 2026 U.S. average of $4.36 a gallon, the 2011 Toyota Corolla costs about $2,180 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (30 mpg combined), or roughly 15 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (24 mpg combined) comes to about $2,720 a year, $540 more.
This is an estimate from EPA combined mpg and the EIA national average price; your cost depends on how and where you drive and on local prices.
2011 Toyota Corolla specs
2011 Toyota Corolla buyers could choose between 2 engines, according to EPA records: 1.8 L 4-cyl and 2.4 L 4-cyl. It came with automatic and manual transmissions, with front-wheel drive. The EPA classes it as a compact car.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 L | 4 | Manual 5-spd; Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 2 |
| 2.4 L | 4 | Automatic (S5); Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 2 |
2011 Toyota Corolla problems
Owners have filed 584 complaints about the 2011 Toyota Corolla with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Air bags are the most-reported area (61% of component mentions), followed by vehicle speed control (7%) and steering (6%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 36 complaints a year: fewer than the 2010 (73 a year) and more than the 2012 (30 a year).
That ranks 4th of 17 Toyota Corolla model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 584, 44 mention a crash, 2 a fire and 23 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 418 | 61% |
| Vehicle speed control | 46 | 7% |
| Steering | 44 | 6% |
| Structure | 22 | 3% |
| Electrical system | 20 | 3% |
| Engine | 19 | 3% |
| Power train | 19 | 3% |
| Unknown or other | 18 | 3% |
| Service brakes | 16 | 2% |
| Seats | 8 | 1% |
| Suspension | 8 | 1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 7 | 1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 6 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 6 | <1% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 5 | <1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | <1% |
| Wheels | 4 | <1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 3 | <1% |
| Tires | 3 | <1% |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 2 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | <1% |
| Equipment | 1 | <1% |
| Electric service brakes | 1 | <1% |
| Traction control system | 1 | <1% |
| Visibility | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
The contact owned a 2011 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that while he was driving at 40 MPH, another vehicle that was speeding caused a multiple vehicle collision. …
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO BE DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. …
While driving on a straight road steering wheel suddenly jerk hard left and right several times for just a few seconds and then went normal. This caused the car to cross lane into oncoming traffic. …
2011 Toyota Corolla recalls
NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for the 2011 Toyota Corolla.
The most recent, campaign 20V024000 from January 2020, concerns air bags.
Air bags account for 5 of the 9 campaigns, more than any other area.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Corolla years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20V024000 | January 17, 2020 | Air bags | 2011–2019 |
| 19V741000 | October 17, 2019 | Air bags | 2008–2013 |
| 19V005000 | January 9, 2019 | Air bags | 2010–2013 |
| 16V340000 | May 23, 2016 | Air bags | 2009–2011 |
| 15V689000 | October 22, 2015 | Visibility | 2009–2011 |
| 14V743000 | November 19, 2014 | Seats | 2010–2011 |
| 13V123000 | April 9, 2013 | Equipment | 2010–2011 |
| 13V014000 | January 16, 2013 | Seats, Air bags | 2010–2013 |
| 11V566000 | November 22, 2011 | Structure | 2010–2011 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 1 version of the 2011 Toyota Corolla; the best overall score is 3 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-door FWD | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★☆☆☆ | ★★★★☆ |
Crash-test photos: NHTSA (public domain). NHTSA can reuse a test for later model years of the same design.
Compared with other years
Complaints per year on sale divide each model year's NHTSA complaints by the years since it went on sale, so older and newer Toyota Corollas can be compared fairly. Among other 2011 models in the EPA's compact cars class, the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (32 mpg) and 2011 Honda Accord (26 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 31 | 314 | 16 | 6 |
| 2009 | 30 | 1,459 | 81 | 13 |
| 2010 | 30 | 1,244 | 73 | 17 |
| 2011 | 30 | 584 | 36 | 9 |
| 2012 | 29 | 446 | 30 | 5 |
| 2013 | 29 | 201 | 14 | 5 |
| 2014 | 34 | 269 | 21 | 2 |
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FAQ
Is the 2011 Corolla a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2011 Toyota Corolla has 36 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (4th most of 17 model years), 9 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 3 stars and up to 30 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2011 Corolla problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are air bags (418), vehicle speed control (46) and steering (44). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2011 Corolla have?
NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2011 Corolla get?
The EPA rates the versions at 24–30 mpg combined (21–27 city, 30–34 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2011 Corolla per year?
About $2,180 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $2,720 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).