Last updated: 2026-04-20

RELIABILITY SCORE: 94/100 (EXCELLENT)

2026 Toyota Corolla Reliability Report

Name: 2026 Toyota Corolla
Brand: Toyota

The 2026 Toyota Corolla scores 94/100 ("Excellent") with a complaint rate below the segment average. Data shows a dependable ownership experience across 0 recalls and 0 owner complaints.

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Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

N/A

Est. Repair Cost

$362

Annual Fuel Cost

$1,700–$1,800

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint SeverityN/A

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs90/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact100/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue DiversityN/A

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Buy

Strong reliability record — a solid choice for buyers.

Should You Buy the 2026 Toyota Corolla?

The 2026 Toyota Corolla earns an Excellent 94/100 reliability score.

Across 0 recalls and 0 owner complaints, the ownership picture is dependable.

A solid choice for buyers prioritizing dependability, new or used.

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 Volkswagen Golf

Reliability: 84/100

Excellent

2026 Nissan Sentra

Reliability: 88/100

Excellent

2026 Honda Civic

Reliability: 94/100

Excellent

2026 Hyundai Elantra

Reliability: 94/100

Excellent

2026 Hyundai Tucson

Reliability: 80/100

Excellent

Recall Overview

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

complaints

LowAvgHigh

Very Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

★★★★★

NHTSA 5/5 Stars

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

VIN History Report

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

Driver: 5/5Passenger: 5/5

Rollover risk: 10.5%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Knee (Driver)Additional Air Bags (Seat Pan Air bag)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (No)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Driver Monitoring System (No)Automatic High Beams (Standard)

View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Toyota CorollaRepair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

4.5

Based 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

chance of a major repair

Annual Cost Comparison

Corolla

$362

Category Avg

$526

All Vehicles

$652

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

Listings observed in June 2026. Actual resale value varies by trim, mileage, condition, and location.

Explore Toyota Corolla depreciation and resale value on CarResaleValue.com

MPG & 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

Comprehensive reliability analysis based on NHTSA data, owner complaints, and historical performance.

Best Toyota Corolla Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

The best Toyota Corolla year is 2026 with a reliability score of 94/100, rated excellent. Other strong picks include 2025 (84/100) and 2021 (83/100).

Top Pick

Excellent

2026

(Current Model)

0Recalls

0Complaints

Excellent

2025

2Recalls

37Complaints

Excellent

2021

1Recalls

160Complaints

Toyota Corolla Years to Avoid

The worst Toyota Corolla year is 2023 with a score of 73/100, primarily due to steering (60) issues. Also avoid 2020 (74/100).

Good

2023

15Recalls

243Complaints

Good

2020

7Recalls

290Complaints

See full Toyota Corolla years-to-avoid analysis

Toyota Corolla Reliability Score Trend

Toyota Corolla reliability has remained consistent across model years, averaging 81/100.

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Toyota Corolla reliability scores by year
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

Reliability scores compared across model 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

Is the 2026 Toyota Corolla reliable?

Yes, the 2026 Toyota Corolla is considered highly reliable with a score of 94/100 ("Excellent"). It has 0 recalls and a complaint rate below the segment average, placing it among the more dependable vehicles in its class.

What are the most common problems with the 2026 Toyota Corolla?

There aren't enough owner complaints to establish common problem patterns yet for the 2026 Toyota Corolla. This may reflect limited time-on-road or reporting volume for this model year.

How many recalls does the 2026 Toyota Corolla have?

The 2026 Toyota Corolla has no recalls on record, which is a positive indicator.

Is the 2026 Toyota Corolla expensive to maintain?

The 2026 Toyota Corolla is expected to have below-average maintenance costs at $362/year, which is $164 less than the compact cars average of $526. Its high reliability score of 94/100 and complaint rate below the segment average suggest that unexpected repairs are uncommon.

Don’t buy a 2026 Toyota Corolla without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

Look Up a VIN →

How We Calculate Reliability Scores

Auto Reliability Index scores are calculated on a 0–100 scale using a weighted formula that combines multiple public data sources. Each factor is weighted based on its predictive value for real-world ownership experience.

Key Ranking Factors

Complaint Severity

NHTSA owner complaints weighted by component category (e.g., powertrain, safety systems, electronics, cosmetic) — safety-critical issues carry more weight than cosmetic ones. Adjusted for sales volume so high-volume models aren't unfairly penalized.

Repair Costs

Independent reliability ratings based on repair frequency, average repair costs, and severity of typical repairs for each model.

Recall Impact

Number of NHTSA recalls weighted by severity. “Stop driving” and fire-risk recalls are penalized more heavily than minor software or labeling recalls.

Issue Diversity

Measures how many major vehicle systems (engine, transmission, electrical, braking, etc.) have recorded complaints. A vehicle with issues spread across many systems may indicate systemic quality issues.

Scores are grouped into four tiers:

80–100: Excellent— Top-tier reliability, minimal issues
60–79: Good— Reliable with some minor concerns
40–59: Mixed— Notable issues, research before buying
0–39: Risky— Significant problems, proceed with caution

Data is sourced from NHTSA recall records, owner complaint filings, and independent repair databases. Scores are recalculated as new data becomes available. While the weighting model is proprietary, all underlying data sources are public and traceable.

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