2015 Toyota Corolla MPG
The 2015 Toyota Corolla gets 27–30 mpg in the city and 35–40 on the highway (30–34 combined), across the 6 versions the EPA rated.
The most efficient pairs the 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and front-wheel drive, at 34 mpg combined. The thirstiest version uses the 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive and is rated 30 mpg combined. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2014 model.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corolla LE Eco | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 | 40 | 34 | Regular · 263 g CO₂/mi |
| Corolla LE Eco | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 | 38 | 33 | Regular · 266 g CO₂/mi |
| Corolla | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 37 | 32 | Regular · 281 g CO₂/mi |
| Corolla | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 36 | 31 | Regular · 285 g CO₂/mi |
| Corolla | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 36 | 31 | Regular · 283 g CO₂/mi |
| Corolla | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 35 | 30 | Regular · 291 g CO₂/mi |
2015 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 2015 Toyota Corolla costs about $1,920 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (34 mpg combined), or roughly 13 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (30 mpg combined) comes to about $2,180 a year, $260 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.
2015 Toyota Corolla specs
The EPA lists one engine for the 2015 Toyota Corolla: a 1.8 L 4-cyl. It came with continuously variable (CVT), automatic and manual transmissions, with front-wheel drive. The EPA classes it as a midsize car.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 L | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios); Manual 6-spd; Automatic (AV-S7); Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 6 |
2015 Toyota Corolla problems
Owners have filed 220 complaints about the 2015 Toyota Corolla with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Air bags are the most-reported area (18% of component mentions), followed by structure (11%) and power train (10%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 18 complaints a year: fewer than the 2014 (21 a year) and about as many as the 2016 (19 a year).
That ranks 13th of 17 Toyota Corolla model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 220, 60 mention a crash, 1 a fire and 42 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 56 | 18% |
| Structure | 33 | 11% |
| Unknown or other | 33 | 11% |
| Power train | 30 | 10% |
| Electrical system | 18 | 6% |
| Vehicle speed control | 18 | 6% |
| Engine | 17 | 5% |
| Service brakes | 17 | 5% |
| Steering | 15 | 5% |
| Exterior lighting | 13 | 4% |
| Suspension | 10 | 3% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 8 | 3% |
| Seat belts | 8 | 3% |
| Visibility/wiper | 7 | 2% |
| Tires | 6 | 2% |
| Wheels | 6 | 2% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 4 | 1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 2 | <1% |
| Equipment | 2 | <1% |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 2 | <1% |
| Seats | 2 | <1% |
| Back over prevention | 1 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
The contact owned a 2015 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously involved in a front-impact collision, and the air bags had failed to deploy. The contact sustained injuries and received medical assistance from a chiropractor. …
There was a recall for the paint on this vehicle and over the past 4 years the paint has peeled off exposing under the clear coat putting the body of the vehicle at risk for futher rust and damage. …
The problem started 11/12/2021. The car started jerking and dropping out of gear while driving. A mechanic changed the transmission fluid and filter thinking it may resolve the problem. …
2015 Toyota Corolla recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2015 Toyota Corolla.
The most recent, campaign 20V024000 from January 2020, concerns air bags.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Corolla years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20V024000 | January 17, 2020 | Air bags | 2011–2019 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 2 versions of the 2015 Toyota Corolla; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-door FWD Early Release | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 4-door FWD Later Release | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
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 2015 models in the EPA's midsize cars class, the 2015 Nissan Sentra (33 mpg), 2015 Hyundai Elantra (31 mpg) and 2015 Nissan Altima (31 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 29 | 446 | 30 | 5 |
| 2013 | 29 | 201 | 14 | 5 |
| 2014 | 34 | 269 | 21 | 2 |
| 2015 | 34 | 220 | 18 | 1 |
| 2016 | 34 | 215 | 19 | 1 |
| 2017 | 34 | 178 | 18 | 3 |
| 2018 | 34 | 135 | 15 | 3 |
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FAQ
Is the 2015 Corolla a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2015 Toyota Corolla has 18 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (13th most of 17 model years), 1 recall campaign, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 34 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2015 Corolla problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are air bags (56), structure (33) and power train (30). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2015 Corolla have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2015 Corolla get?
The EPA rates the versions at 30–34 mpg combined (27–30 city, 35–40 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2015 Corolla per year?
About $1,920 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $2,180 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).