Toyota
2010 Toyota Corolla XRS
What it Is: A compact sporty four-door sedan.
What's Hot: Sporty version of Toyota's Corolla sedan.
What's Not: Not very high on value.
Family Friendly Options: Navigation, Bluetooth.
How It Got Its Score: As a sporty version of the Toyota Corolla, the 2010 Corolla XRS offers more power at a higher price. However, fuel economy suffers, which drags down its score.
The Toyota Corolla is sensible, practical and economical. However, it's not a lot of fun, and that's what the 2010 Toyota Corolla XRS tries to fix. With more power from a bigger four-cylinder engine and a suspension set up for better handling, the Corolla has the goods, at least on paper. However, there are many other sporty compact cars available, and the Corolla XRS comes up short next to two of its primary competitors: The Honda Civic Si is more expensive, but offers a lot more power; the Nissan Sentra SE-R costs the same but is a better bargain for sporty compact seekers. While the Corolla XRS may satisfy the needs of a Toyota-only family seeking a slightly sportier version of the venerable Corolla nameplate, we think the base car's S model is a better value overall.
Specifications
Price |
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| MSRP |
$20,150 |
| Destination |
$750 |
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Mechanical
Engine Size |
2.4 liters |
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Engine Type |
Inline-4 |
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Horsepower |
158 hp |
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Torque |
162 lb.-ft. |
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Fuel |
Regular Unleaded |
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Drivetrain |
Front Wheel Drive |
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Transmission |
5-Speed Automatic |
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Optional Transmission |
5-Speed Manual |
Fuel Economy
EPA City |
22 mpg |
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EPA Highway |
30 mpg |
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EPA Combined |
25 mpg |
Utility
Vehicle Type |
Compact |
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Family Friendliness |
7.3 |
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Doors |
Four |
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Seat Rows |
Two |
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Passengers |
Five |
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LATCH Positions |
Two |
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Cargo Space |
12.3 cu. ft. |
Safety
NHTSA Driver Front |
4 Stars |
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NHTSA Passenger Front |
4 Stars |
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NHTSA Driver Side |
5 Stars |
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NHTSA Rear Passenger Side |
4 Stars |
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NHTSA Rollover |
4 Stars |
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IIHS Front |
Good |
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IIHS Side |
Good |
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IIHS Rear |
Good |
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Stability Control |
Standard |
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Traction Control |
Standard |
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Brake Assist |
Standard |
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Side Airbags |
Thorax and Curtain |
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Collision Avoidance |
Not Available |
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Active Cruise Control |
Not Available |
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