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Toyota · Compact · 2019–2025

Toyota Corolla E210

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
3.5 / 5.0 · Based on 4 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

175 PS

2.0L Dynamic Force Benzin

Corolla for drivers

Fun to Drive!
Most Reliable Engine

97–99 PS

1.8L Hybrid Benzin

7 weaknesses

Good Choice

Body Variants

The Toyota Corolla E210 is available as Schrägheck and Touring Sports — choose your body type for specific insurance data:

Schrägheck
4 Engines 1× Good Choice
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Touring Sports
4 Engines 1× Good Choice
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Generations

Engine Overview

The Toyota Corolla E210 is available with 7 engine variants — from 97 to 175 hp.

2.0L Dynamic Force · Benziner· 170 PS
2019 2025
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
Corolla 1.2 Turbo · Benziner· 116 PS
2019 2023
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
Corolla Touring Sports 1.2 Turbo · Benziner· 116 PS
2019 2023
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
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Corolla 1.8 Hybrid · Benziner Hybrid· 122 PS
2019 2025
Good Choice 7 weaknesses
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Corolla 2.0 Hybrid · Benziner Hybrid· 180 PS
2019 2025
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
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Corolla Touring Sports 1.8 Hybrid · Benziner Hybrid· 122 PS
2019 2025
Good Choice 7 weaknesses
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Corolla Touring Sports 2.0 Hybrid · Benziner Hybrid· 180 PS
2019 2025
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
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The Toyota 2.0L Dynamic Force (Benziner, 170 PS) has the M20A-FKS (2.0L Dynamic Force) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.

The Toyota Corolla 1.2 Turbo (Benziner, 116 PS) has the 8NR-FTS (1.2L Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.

The Toyota Corolla Touring Sports 1.2 Turbo (Benziner, 116 PS) has the 8NR-FTS (1.2L Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.

The Toyota Corolla 1.8 Hybrid (Benziner Hybrid, 122 PS) has the 2ZR-FXE (1.8L Hybrid) — rated: "Good Choice", 7 known weaknesses.

The Toyota Corolla 2.0 Hybrid (Benziner Hybrid, 180 PS) has the M20A-FXS (2.0L Hybrid) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.

The Toyota Corolla Touring Sports 1.8 Hybrid (Benziner Hybrid, 122 PS) has the 2ZR-FXE (1.8L Hybrid) — rated: "Good Choice", 7 known weaknesses.

The Toyota Corolla Touring Sports 2.0 Hybrid (Benziner Hybrid, 180 PS) has the M20A-FXS (2.0L Hybrid) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
●Rear brakes rust on hybrid models

Hybrid models barely use mechanical braking at the rear axle. Brake discs and callipers rust up quickly as a result.

Symptoms: Squealing or grinding after sitting, brake smell on first application after rain
from 80,000 km
Ad brake disc rear Corolla E210
 Low
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Below Average
879 complaints · 2019–2025
Engine
209 ⚠ 5
Other
186 ⚠ 15
Powertrain
123 ⚠ 2
Airbags
117 ⚠ 46
Electrical
100 ⚠ 8

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Engine (209 complaints)
⚠ Other (186 complaints)
⚠ Powertrain (123 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-03

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 36 weaknesses have been documented for the Toyota Corolla E210 (2019–2025) — 26 engine-related and 10 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Brakes, Electronics, Other, Suspension. Considered reliable: 2ZR-FXE (1.8L Hybrid).

Corolla (8NR-FTS, 2019–2023) — Be Careful: Recall: High-Pressure Fuel Pump Leaking, Ignition Coil Failure Due to Software Interaction, Carbon Deposits on Intake Valves. Power: 116 PS.

Corolla (M20A-FKS, 2019–2025) — Be Careful: EGR Cooler Leak, Timing Chain Stretches at High Mileage, High-Pressure Pump Faulty. Power: 170 PS.

Corolla (M20A-FXS, 2019–2025) — Be Careful: EGR Cooler Leak with Coolant Ingress, EGR Cooler Leaking — Coolant Entering Engine, EGR Cooler Cracks — Coolant in Combustion Chamber. Power: 152 PS.

What to watch out for with the Toyota Corolla? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Toyota Corolla E210 have? +
The Toyota Corolla E210 has 26 known engine weaknesses and 10 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Toyota Corolla E210? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: 2ZR-FXE (1.8L Hybrid). The most reliable engine is the 2ZR-FXE (1.8L Hybrid) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the M20A-FKS (2.0L Dynamic Force).
Which Toyota Corolla E210 engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Toyota Corolla E210. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 7 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Toyota Corolla E210 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Toyota Corolla E210 — rated: "Fun to Drive!". {description} 125 kW Dynamic Force with the manual — the Corolla that transcends its sensible reputation. Rev-happy and a proper driver's car on the stiff TNGA platform.
Is the Toyota Corolla E210 worth buying used? +
The Toyota Corolla E210 is a good choice as a used car — 1 of 4 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Toyota Corolla E210? +
The Toyota Corolla E210 is available with engine variants from 97 to 175 hp. Petrol: 8NR-FTS (1.2L Turbo), 2ZR-FXE (1.8L Hybrid), M20A-FKS (2.0L Dynamic Force), M20A-FXS (2.0L Hybrid).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee