The affordable compact hatchback is becoming a rarity in an automotive world increasingly dominated by SUVs. However, the Toyota Corolla Hatchback is a safe, practical, and efficient compact car that’s a sensible choice for many drivers.
Because of the increasing rarity of hatchbacks in this class, the Toyota Corolla Hatchback has few direct rivals. The closest would be the hatchback variants of the Honda Civic and Mazda3, but those are both a bit bigger and more expensive than the Toyota.
The Corolla Hatchback is available in two trims, simplifying the shopping process. Let’s take a look at the differences between the two configurations.
Corolla Hatchback SE
Starts at $23,005 | See 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback SE
- 2.0-liter engine with Dynamic Shift CVT
- Fabric sport seats
- 8-inch touchscreen
- 6-speaker audio system
- Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Automatic high-beam headlights
- LED headlights and tailights
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- 4.2-inch multi-information display
- 60/40 split-folding rear seat
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Single-zone automatic air conditioning
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Corolla Hatchback XSE
Starts at $26,430 | See 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback XSE
- SofTex-trimmed sport sport seats
- Heated front seats
- Body-color outside mirrors with integrated turn signals
- Digital gauge cluster
- 8-speaker JBL audio system
- Dual-zone automatic air conditioning
- Blind-spot monitor/rear cross-traffic alert
- Black 18-inch alloy wheels
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2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback SE: $23,005
The base SE trim is well-equipped with standard features. Its power comes from a frugal 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine that returns an EPA-rated combined fuel economy of 35 mpg.
Standard exterior features include 16-inch alloy wheels, heated side mirrors, LED headlights, and LED daytime running lights. On the inside, you get fabric sport seats, automatic climate control, and a 4.2-inch driver information display.
The standard infotainment system has an 8-inch touchscreen display loaded with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. With these smartphone connectivity features, you can link your phone to your car’s screen without taking it out of your pocket.
The Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 suite of driver-assistance tech features comes standard on every 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback. This system bundles many safety tech features, including automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-keeping assist, automatic high beams, traffic sign assist, full-speed adaptive cruise control, and Proactive Driving Assist, which can automatically apply the brakes before curves.
The SE Premium Package adds a blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. Buyers can also opt for an Enhanced Cargo Space package at no extra charge. It replaces the standard compact spare tire with an inflator kit, and a few more cubic feet to the overall cargo space.
With the $1,095 delivery fee, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback SE costs $24,060. On a 60-month loan with 5% financing and $0 down, the monthly payment comes to approximately $454. See 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback SE models for sale
2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback SE includes:
Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay — These smartphone connectivity features make it easy to call up your maps and music on the infotainment screen without fussing with cables.
Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 — This standard safety tech suite bundles a long list of driver assistance features, including automatic emergency braking, full-speed adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and road sign assist.
Automatic climate control — It’s rare to find this convenient feature appear as standard equipment on a car at this price point.
2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback XSE: $26,430
Upgrading to the XSE trim brings many desirable features while keeping the pricing reasonable. It uses the same 4-cylinder engine as the base SE model but has a lower EPA combined fuel economy rating of 33 mpg.
The XSE trim has a slightly sportier appearance because of its integrated LED fog lights and 18-inch graphite-colored alloy wheels.
The Corolla Hatchback XSE includes the contents of the SE Premium Package. That means blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert come standard here.
Additional standard features in the XSE include SofTex sport seats, heated front seats, a power driver’s seat, a digital gauge cluster, a wireless charging pad, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a JBL 8-speaker audio system.
With the $1,095 delivery fee, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback SE costs $27,525. On a 60-month loan with 5% interest and $0 down, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback XSE would have a monthly payment of around $519. See 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback XSE models for sale
2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback XSE includes:
SofTex heated sport seats — The XSE trim boasts SofTex faux leather upholstery and heated front seats, a significant improvement over the cloth seats in the base trim.
Digital gauge cluster — This 7-inch fully digital gauge cluster gives the XSE model a high-tech vibe. You can keep your hands on the wheel while scrolling through playlists, making phone calls, and more.
JBL 8-speaker audio system — Simply put, this is an outstanding sound system for such an affordable hatchback.
