2019 Toyota Corolla MPG
The 2019 Toyota Corolla gets 27–32 mpg in the city and 35–42 on the highway (30–36 combined), across the 8 versions the EPA rated.
The most efficient pairs the 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and front-wheel drive, at 36 mpg combined. The thirstiest version uses the 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine with a manual transmission and front-wheel drive and is rated 30 mpg combined. That is 2 mpg better than the best gasoline 2018 version (34 mpg).
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corolla Hatchback | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S10) | Front-Wheel Drive | 32 | 42 | 36 | Regular · 249 g CO₂/mi |
| 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 | 29 | 38 | 33 | Regular · 271 g CO₂/mi |
| Corolla Hatchback XSE | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S10) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 | 38 | 33 | Regular · 266 g CO₂/mi |
| Corolla | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 36 | 32 | Regular · 281 g CO₂/mi |
| Corolla | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 35 | 31 | Regular · 286 g CO₂/mi |
| Corolla Hatchback | 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 37 | 31 | Regular · 280 g CO₂/mi |
| Corolla | 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 35 | 30 | Regular · 289 g CO₂/mi |
2019 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 2019 Toyota Corolla costs about $1,810 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (36 mpg combined), or roughly 12 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (30 mpg combined) comes to about $2,180 a year, $360 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.
2019 Toyota Corolla specs
2019 Toyota Corolla buyers could choose between 2 engines, according to EPA records: 1.8 L 4-cyl and 2.0 L 4-cyl. It came with continuously variable (CVT) 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); Automatic (AV-S7); Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 5 |
| 2.0 L | 4 | Automatic (AV-S10); Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 3 |
2019 Toyota Corolla problems
Owners have filed 204 complaints about the 2019 Toyota Corolla with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Power train is the most-reported area (19% of component mentions), followed by engine (13%) and air bags (11%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 25 complaints a year: more than the 2018 (15 a year) and fewer than the 2020 (44 a year).
That ranks 7th of 17 Toyota Corolla model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 204, 24 mention a crash, 1 a fire and 11 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 55 | 19% |
| Engine | 39 | 13% |
| Air bags | 32 | 11% |
| Unknown or other | 32 | 11% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 31 | 11% |
| Service brakes | 16 | 5% |
| Electrical system | 15 | 5% |
| Vehicle speed control | 13 | 4% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 12 | 4% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 9 | 3% |
| Seat belts | 9 | 3% |
| Steering | 8 | 3% |
| Structure | 6 | 2% |
| Exterior lighting | 5 | 2% |
| Tires | 3 | 1% |
| Lane departure | 2 | <1% |
| Seats | 2 | <1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | <1% |
| Parking brake | 1 | <1% |
| Suspension | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the clutch was depressed; however, the clutch system failed to operate as intended. …
The slave cylinder failed l3aving me stranded in a parking lot. Luckily I wasnt driving down the highway as the slave cylinder is also part of the brake system they use the shared brake fluid reservoir. …
The weekend of April 3rd, I was driving down a two lane road. There was a dip in the road that lead me to overcorrecting. …
2019 Toyota Corolla recalls
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2019 Toyota Corolla.
The most recent, campaign 20V024000 from January 2020, concerns air bags.
Equipment accounts for 2 of the 5 campaigns, more than any other area.
19V244000 · March 27, 2019 · Equipment
Problem: The text on the load capacity label may become illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: If the driver cannot read the label, they may unknowingly overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GST will notify owners, and dealers will provide corrected load carrying capacity modification labels, free of charge.
18V901000 · December 19, 2018 · Power train
Problem: The pump impeller blades within the torque converter may detach, especially when driven under high load, potentially causing a vehicle stall.
Risk: A vehicle stall, especially when driving a high rate of speed, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota has notified owners, and dealers will replace the CVT and torque converter, free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Corolla years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20V024000 | January 17, 2020 | Air bags | 2011–2019 |
| 20V012000 | January 13, 2020 | Gasoline fuel system | 2018–2019 |
| 19V503000 | June 28, 2019 | Equipment | 2017–2019 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 2 versions of the 2019 Toyota Corolla; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 HB FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 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 2019 models in the EPA's midsize cars class, the 2019 Honda Civic (36 mpg), 2019 Hyundai Elantra (35 mpg) and 2019 Toyota Camry (34 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 34 | 215 | 19 | 1 |
| 2017 | 34 | 178 | 18 | 3 |
| 2018 | 34 | 135 | 15 | 3 |
| 2019 | 36 | 204 | 25 | 5 |
| 2020 | 52 | 312 | 44 | 4 |
| 2021 | 52 | 188 | 31 | 1 |
| 2022 | 52 | 103 | 20 | 0 |
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FAQ
Is the 2019 Corolla a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2019 Toyota Corolla has 25 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (7th most of 17 model years), 5 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 36 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2019 Corolla problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are power train (55), engine (39) and air bags (32). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2019 Corolla have?
NHTSA lists 5 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 2019 Corolla get?
The EPA rates the versions at 30–36 mpg combined (27–32 city, 35–42 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2019 Corolla per year?
About $1,810 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).