2025 Toyota Corolla Review

Shoppers have more choices than ever with the new lineup. Sure to be a favorite, the Corolla FX sedan pays tribute to the sporty Corolla FX16 of 1987.  

A black roof and black rear spoiler declare this small sedan’s athleticism. Other black-out elements include the mirror caps, badging, and 18-inch satin black finished alloys. Even the wheel lug nuts are black on the 2025 Toyota Corolla FX.

The new hatchback has a rounded, muscular physique that speaks to its active attitude. There’s a hint of aggression in the slim, wide headlamps. At the rear, the LED headlamps wear a diffusing inner lens for extra style and  adds distinction to the LED taillamps. These wear aero stabilizing fins that reduce wind noise.

Setting the Nightshade apart, it rolls on 18-inch alloy wheels finished in bronze. Corolla XSE trims ride on graphite-colored alloys. These are matched with chrome-finished foglamp bezels.

To make shoppers even happier, the two-tone look is available on the 2025 Corolla hatchback.  Eight exterior colors include Blue Crush Metallic, Finish Line Red, and Inferno.  

Cabins dress in a stylish use of consistently high-quality materials. Shape, grain, and gloss are chosen for their contribution to the whole. High-gloss elements pair well with matte accents. Piano Black is brightened by contrast stitching and silver-colored accents. 

Toyota seats are expertly shaped to assist with natural body posture. Automatic climate controls keep you cool despite our hot summers. There are USB ports for both rows of seats. 

Engineers designed the 2025 model to minimize road noise. Thinsulate and other sound-absorbing materials cover the floor and seal gaps throughout the body. 

At the heart of the car, there’s a standard 8-inch touchscreen. Toyota Audio Multimedia connectivity includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. 

Voice commands and steering wheel-mounted controls supplement the touchscreen. Drive Connect adds Hey Toyota assistant to the Toyota Corolla's connectivity tools. A new integrated streaming feature works with the available WiFi hotspot. This allows you to use your Amazon Music or Apple Music subscription.  in the 2025 Corolla;

You can customize the 4.2-inch driver’s display to match your needs. An available 7-inch digital cluster has even more settings to match your needs.  XSE trim levels add an 800-watt, 8-speaker JBL Premium Audio system.

The 2025 Corolla Hatchback and Sedan are offered with the latest driver assistance. This Toyota safety Sense 3.0 suite is designed to reduce the chances of accident scenarios.  

More advanced than many similar systems, the pre-collision system can detect a vehicle, pedestrian, bicycle, or motorcycle.  After audible and visual warnings, the system may trigger the autobrake.  

Lane keeping assistance includes a departure alert and a steering assist. Automatic high beams boost or dim lights at night to match conditions.The forward camera system will notify the driver about specific road signs. This Road Sign Assist appears on the driver’s multi information display.

Meanwhile, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control works at 20 mph or more to maintain your speed. Lane tracing assist helps with steering control when the DRCC adaptive cruise control is operating. Also standard, Proactive Driving Assist works in certain situations. Among its many tricks, it can brake, maintain vehicle distance, adjust curve speed, and steer.

2025 Corolla drivers can expect exuberant responses with the Dynamic-Force inline-four engine. Output is 169 horsepower and 151 lb-ft of torque for this 2.0-liter four cylinder powertrain.

Highway fuel economy is estimated at 41 mpg for the SE and 38 for the XSE. In the city, they can earn 32 or 30 mpg.  Urban stop-and-go won’t waste so much fuel with the engine’s automatic stop-start feature.

To maximize its power outlay, this unique engine controls variable valve timing with an electric motor instead of relying on oil pressure. Recognizing the value of timing across the board, Toyota utilizes a variable cooling system and a continuously variable-capacity oil pump.

In addition to the well-stocked SE, the Corolla comes in an XSE trim level that really packs on value. Doors and the instrument panel wear unique stitching on their soft-touch surfaces.  Heated front seats wear a combination of fabric and high-quality SofTex. The driver gains a power chair and a wireless charger.

The 2025 Toyota Corolla FX brings the fun inside with its racy hint-of-orange stitching. Extra dash tech creates a modern cockpit for the lucky driver.

Toyota keeps a tight rein on 2025 Corolla Prices. The goal is to maintain an affordable lineup with plenty of choices, and the brand certainly succeeds. The Corolla Hatchback SE price starts at $23,505 MSRP.  Nightshades start at $24,505 MSRP. 2025 Corolla XSE prices start at $26,805 MSRP. 

With all the 2025 Corolla lineup has to offer, there’s no reason to wait. You can step into the future with contemporary technologies to entertain and protect you.

This affordable car promises low operating costs thanks to incredible fuel economy. Plus ToyotaCare handles the first two years/25,000 miles of scheduled maintenance and, if needed, roadside assistance. Toyota Safety Connect provides a ten-year trial, providing automatic collision notification and other tools when Wi-Fi is activated.

Now that you know more, why not schedule a test drive? Earnhardt Toyota is proud to be your home for the 2025 Toyota Corolla in Phoenix.