The 2018 Toyota Corolla is powered by a 1.8-liter I-4 with 132 hp and 128 lb-ft of torque. The engine is paired to a six-speed manual transmission or a CVT. In the Corolla Eco, that engine makes 140 hp and 126 lb-ft but it only comes with the CVT. The Corolla iM uses the same engine as the Corolla Eco sedan but rated slightly lower at 137 hp and 126 lb-ft. In the Corolla iM hatch, the engine can be paired to a six-speed manual or a CVT.
EPA fuel economy ratings are 27/35 mpg city/highway for manual-equipped Corolla sedans and the Corolla iM hatchback, and 28/36 mpg with the CVT. The Corolla Eco is the most efficient at 29/38 mpg with the 16-inch alloy wheels or 30/40 mpg with the 15-inch steel wheels. The Corolla sedan has a 13-cubic-foot trunk that can be expanded via the standard 60/40 split-folding rear seats. For additional practicality, the Corolla iM features 20.8 cubic feet behind the standard 60/40 split-folding rear seats.
Standard features on the 2018 Corolla sedan include 60/40 split-folding rear seats, a USB port, a rearview, Bluetooth connectivity, Toyota's Entune infotainment system with a 6.1-inch touchscreen, LED headlights, 15-inch steel wheels, and cloth upholstery. Higher trims can be had with alloy wheels up to 17 inches in diameter, a moonroof, multi-beam LED headlights, leatherette upholstery, a 4.2-inch multi-information display, keyless entry/start, heated front seats, and navigation with a 7.0-inch touchscreen.