Last updated: 2026-10-10
2026 Toyota Corolla Reliability Report
The 2026 Toyota Corolla rates excellent for reliability, with no owner complaints or recalls on file and repair costs well below its class.
Recalls
0
Complaints
0
Complaint Rate
N/A
Est. Repair Cost
$362
Annual Fuel Cost
$1,700–$1,800
Detailed Score Breakdown
Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume
Independent repair cost ratings
Recall count weighted by severity
Breadth of reported problem categories
The Verdict
Ranks first among the nine scored Corolla years, with no complaints or recalls on file and a 5-star federal crash rating.
Should You Buy the 2026 Toyota Corolla?
Reliability is excellent. It sits well above average among 2026 sedans and ranks as the best of the nine scored Corolla years. Estimated annual repair cost for the model is $362, against $526 for its class. The federal crash-test rating is the full 5 of 5 stars. The 2025 Corolla is also rated excellent, but it rates worse than this year.
No problems have been reported. Owners have filed no complaints for this year, and federal recall records list no recalls. That leaves no symptom to watch for and no recall to chase. This is the newest year in the group, though, and complaints build up as cars age. A clean record is good news, but it partly reflects less time on the road.
For comparison, the 2025 has 37 complaints and 2 recalls. If you look at a 2025, ask for proof that the recall work was done. On a 2026, run the VIN through federal recall records before you sign, since new notices can appear at any time.
See also the 2025 Toyota Corolla for an earlier comparison.
Pros
- +Strong reliability score
- +$164 cheaper to maintain than avg compact cars
- +Infrequent unscheduled repairs
- +Low major repair risk (7%)
- +No recalls issued
Cons
No recurring complaint themes yet.
Compare 2026 Toyota Corolla With
2026 Honda Civic
Reliability: 94/100
2026 Volkswagen Golf
Reliability: 84/100
2026 Nissan Sentra
Reliability: 88/100
2026 Hyundai Elantra
Reliability: 94/100
2026 Nissan Rogue
Reliability: 83/100
Recall Overview
0
recalls on record
No recalls are on record for the 2026 Toyota Corolla — uncommon, and a strong signal of manufacturing quality.
NHTSA.gov →Complaint Breakdown
0
complaintsSafety Incidents
0
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
NHTSA 5/5 Stars
Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.
Buying a used 2026 Toyota Corolla? Check its history first
Every 2026 Toyota Corolla has a different past. A VIN check reveals hidden accidents, title problems, odometer rollbacks, and open recalls that reliability scores can't show you.
- Accidents
- Open Recalls
- Title History
- Odometer Rollback
2026 Toyota Corolla NHTSA Safety Ratings
Overall Safety Rating
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)
Gas / HEV Powertrain
Rollover risk: 10.5%
Safety Technologies
Toyota CorollaRepair Costs & Maintenance
Maintenance Rating
4.5Maintenance rating: 4.5 out of 5Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.
Est. Annual Maintenance
$362
vs $526 avg for compact cars
vs $652 avg for all vehicles
Repair Frequency
0.3
unscheduled repair visits per year
Severe Repair Probability
7%
chance of a major repair
Annual Cost Comparison
Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.
Toyota Corolla Resale Value
The Toyota Corolla is estimated to retain about 85.4% of its original value after 5 years, based on observed used-car listings.
This benchmark covers the Toyota Corolla model overall and is not specific to the 2026 model year.
- Value Retained
- 85.4%
- Depreciation
- 14.6%
- Listings Analyzed
- 720
after 5 years
over the same period
U.S. used-car listings
Listings observed in . Actual resale value varies by trim, mileage, condition, and location.
Explore Toyota Corolla depreciation and resale value on CarResaleValue.comMPG & Annual Running Costs
Gas
33–35 MPG
Running cost: $2,050–$2,150/yr
Fuel + repair
30–32 city / 38–41 hwy MPG
Hybrid
44–50 MPG
Running cost: $1,550–$1,700/yr
Fuel + repair
47–53 city / 41–46 hwy MPG
Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2026 EPA label cycle.
Gas trims
| Trim | Drive | Trans. | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corolla (1-mode TM) 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 32 | 41 | 35 | $1,700 |
| Corolla Hatchback 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S10) | 32 | 41 | 35 | $1,700 |
| Corolla 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S10) | 31 | 38 | 34 | $1,750 |
| Corolla (3-mode TM) 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 31 | 40 | 34 | $1,750 |
| Corolla Hatchback FX 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S10) | 30 | 38 | 33 | $1,800 |
| Corolla Hatchback XSE 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S10) | 30 | 38 | 33 | $1,800 |
Hybrid trims
| Trim | Drive | Trans. | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corolla Hybrid 1.8L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 53 | 46 | 50 | $1,200 |
| Corolla Hybrid AWD 1.8L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 51 | 44 | 48 | $1,250 |
| Corolla Hybrid SE 1.8L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 50 | 43 | 47 | $1,250 |
| Corolla Hybrid SE AWD 1.8L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 47 | 41 | 44 | $1,350 |
Best & Worst Toyota Corolla Years
Best Toyota Corolla Years to Buy
Based on reliability index scoreToyota Corolla Years to Avoid
Toyota Corolla Reliability Score Trend
Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.
| Year | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 80/100 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 77/100 | Good |
| 2020 | 74/100 | Good |
| 2021 | 83/100 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 82/100 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 73/100 | Good |
| 2024 | 81/100 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 84/100 | Excellent |
| 2026 | 94/100 | Excellent |
Toyota Corolla Reliability Compared to Other Years
| Year | Score | vs Prior Year | Rating | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026(selected) | 94/100 | +10 | Excellent | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 84/100 | +3 | Excellent | 2 | 37 |
| 2024 | 81/100 | +8 | Excellent | 8 | 97 |
| 2023 | 73/100 | -9 | Good | 15 | 243 |
| 2022 | 82/100 | -1 | Excellent | 2 | 120 |
| 2021 | 83/100 | +9 | Excellent | 1 | 160 |
| 2020 | 74/100 | -3 | Good | 7 | 290 |
| 2019 | 77/100 | -3 | Good | 6 | 190 |
| 2018 | 80/100 | — | Excellent | 3 | 137 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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Don’t buy a 2026 Toyota Corolla without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.
How we score the 2026 Toyota Corolla
Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2026 Toyota Corolla does best on recall impact (100/100) and worst on repair costs (90/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.
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