The Perfect Driver For The 2025 Toyota Corolla
The Perfect Driver For The 2025 Toyota Corolla
Posted on January 17, 2025
So you’re looking for the perfect car… great fuel economy, lots of colour options, and a comfortable and spacious interior. Sounds dreamy, doesn’t it? The 2025 Toyota Corolla sedan may be the next love of your life.
This 12th-generation model is the latest in a long line of popular vehicles that remains the best-selling car worldwide.
In fact, Toyota Canada was awarded the Best Overall Car Brand Award in 2024, and the Toyota Corolla also received the Best Car award! Not only is it reliable, but the 2025 Toyota Corolla is a safe choice with a Top Safety Pick designation from IIHS.
But is it the right car for you? The Corolla has multiple vehicle types available to suit your lifestyle - the Corolla Hatchback, GR Corolla (sport hatchback), the Corolla sedan, and the Corolla Cross (SUV).
Let’s explore the amazing features of these 2025 Toyota Corolla models together.
2025 Toyota Corolla Hybrid in Celestite
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Meet the 2025 Toyota Corolla Sedan
This compact sedan has gas and hybrid options available for every lifestyle, making it a perfect fit for drivers of every background. The Toyota Corolla has dominated car sales worldwide for years due to its ultimate reliability, comfort and starting price. Read through some of its great features and trims below.
Gas Trims
- L CVT
- LE CVT
- SE CVT
- XSE CVT
Gas Models Performance
2025 Toyota Corolla sedan gas models have 2.0 Litre 4-cylinder DOHC 16-valve engines that can deliver up to 169 horsepower. On sporty models like the SE and XSE, you can enjoy the MacPherson sport-tuned suspension, which includes strut front suspension and double wishbone rear suspension.
Are you worried about sacrificing horsepower for fuel efficiency? Not to worry. The 2025 Toyota Corolla sedan has incredible fuel economy while delivering a powerful performance. The L CVT has a rating of 7.4/5.7 L/100km (city/highway) and the XSE CVT has 7.6/5.9 L/100km (city/highway), meaning you save dollars at the gas station regardless of trim level.
Hybrid Trims
- LE Hybrid
- LE AWD Hybrid
- SE AWD Hybrid
- XSE AWD Hybrid
2024 Corolla Hybrid XSE in Celestite and a 2025 Corolla Hybrid LE in White
Hybrid Models Performance
Hybrid models of the 2025 Toyota Corolla sedan come equipped with a 1.8-litre Atkinson-cycle 4-cylinder engine paired with electric motor-generators and optional Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive (eAWD). Like the gas models, Toyota Corolla hybrids also have an electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT).
You can still enjoy up to 138 horsepower but with even better fuel efficiency! The LE Hybrid has a fuel efficiency rating of 4.4/5.1 L/100km (city/highway) and the XSE AWD Hybrid has 5.0/5.7 L/100km (city/highway).
Fun fact: All-wheel drive now comes standard on the sporty SE and XSE, making the hybrid Corolla the only compact car available with AWD!
2025 Toyota Corolla Sedan Features
What sets this incredible vehicle apart from the rest? This five-seater sedan has a cargo capacity of 371L and a host of great features, making it the perfect everyday car for Edmontonians.
- 8” Toyota Multimedia with standard wireless Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto, and a suite of other tech features
- 10.5” Toyota Multimedia display upgrades on the XSE and XSE Hybrid
- J-shaped bi-beam LED headlamps and honeycomb grille exterior
- 8-way power adjustable driver’s seat on XSE and XSE Hybrid models
- Exceptional fuel economy for all trim levels
- Peace of mind with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 and its advanced safety features
- STAR Safety System that includes Traction Control, Anti-Lock Brake System and more
- Comfort features that include a heated leather steering wheel, heated front and rear seat upgrades, and Automatic Climate Control
This car is a great choice for drivers looking for a compact sedan with great fuel economy, a spacious interior for up to five passengers, and the same high-tech amenities you can expect from Toyota Canada.
2025 Toyota Corolla vs Corolla Hatchback
But what if you’re looking for something a little more compact than the popular sedan model? Allow us to introduce the 2025 Toyota Corolla Hatchback! This 5-seater car packs a big punch despite its compact size with 169 horsepower and cargo capacity of 660L.
Corolla Hatchback XSE in Blue Crush Metallic
Read: 2025 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Updates
Hatchback Trims
- Standard SE
- SE Plus
- SE Upgrade
- XSE
Performance
This hatchback has a 2.0 Litre, 4-cylinder, DOHC, Dual Variable Valve Timing with Intelligence (VVT-i) engine and Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). Enjoy its 10-speed transmission and Sport Mode while still experiencing a quiet drive thanks to its sound-absorbing interior. 16” Alloy Wheels come standard on base models, with 18” Dark Grey Wheels available on the SE Upgrade and XSE.
The 2025 Toyota Corolla Hatchback has a great fuel efficiency rating of 7.5/5.9 L/100km (city/highway) and delivers 169 horsepower.
Corolla Hatchback XSE in Finish Line Red with Black Roof
2025 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Features
Consider the 2025 Corolla Hatchback an edgy combination of functionality and personality! You can choose from ten bold exterior colours including colours like Inferno, Finish Line Red, and Blue Crush Metallic.
You can also enjoy features like:
- Bi-beam LED headlamps
- Bold exterior design
- 60/40 split-fold rear seats
- Soft-touch interior fabrics, like available SofTex ® seats
- 8” Toyota Multimedia touchscreen
- Toyota Safety Sense 3.0
- STAR Safety System
- 8 Speaker JBL Audio System Upgrade
- Heated front seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated steering wheel upgrade and available wireless charger
2025 Toyota Corolla vs GR Corolla
For those who need something even sportier than the Corolla Hatchback, the 2025 Toyota GR Corolla is the car for you! This 3rd-generation sport hatchback is powered by a 3-cylinder turbo engine designed and engineered by the same team that made TOYOTA GAZOO.
Fun fact: the 2025 Toyota GR Corolla is track-tested by Akio Toyoda himself, a master driver and the former president of Toyota!
2025 GR Corolla MT Core in White
GR Corolla Trims
- MT Core (Standard Package)
- MT Premium
- AT Premium
Performance
The GR Corolla is no joke. This sporty hatchback’s G16E-GTS turbo-charged, direct/port-injected three-cylinder engine packs a punch with 300 horsepower at 6500 RPM and up to 295 lb-ft torque! While the GR Corolla comes standard with a 6-speed manual transmission (MT), the 2025 Toyota GR Corolla is now available with a new GAZOO Racing 8-speed Direct Automatic Transmission (DAT).
Because the GR Corolla is designed for rally racing, its GR-FOUR All-Wheel Drive offers excellent control and traction on the road. Similar to the Corolla Hatchback, it also has sport-tuned suspension thanks to its MacPherson-type strut design.
2025 GR Corolla Premium AT in Supersonic Red
2025 Toyota GR Corolla Features
All in all, this is a car designed for drivers by drivers. Standard heated sport seats, a 12.3” Multi-Information Display and cutting-edge driving technology make this one of the best sports hatchbacks on the market.
- 8" Toyota Multimedia display
- 6 Speakers with an 8-speaker JBL Audio System available
- Cargo capacity: 503L
- 12.3" Digital Gauge Cluster
- Heated leather steering wheel, heated front seats, sport seats and more comfort amenities
- Automatic Climate Control with Dual Zone Climate Control available
- Toyota Safety Sense 3.0
- Available Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charger
- 18" Matte Black Alloy Wheels on Premium models
2025 GR Corolla MT Core Interior in Black
2025 Toyota Corolla vs Corolla Cross
Let’s introduce the next Corolla in line, the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross. This five-seater subcompact SUV is a great choice for families that want the reliability of a Corolla sedan but more storage space. It’s available in both Front-Wheel-Drive and All-Wheel-Drive models and also has hybrid powertrain options for those looking for a greener choice.
Corolla Cross XLE AWD in Celestite
Corolla Cross Trims
- L FWD
- L AWD
- LE FWD
- LE AWD
- SE AWD (Hybrid)
- XLE AWD
- XSE AWD (Hybrid)
Performance
Who says an SUV can’t thrill like a sports hatchback? The Corolla Cross can deliver up to 169 horsepower with a 5.8-metre turning radius and available Dynamic Torque Control AWD. Hybrid models come with standard All-Wheel Drive.
The Cross also has exceptional fuel efficiency for a larger vehicle with ratings of 7.4 L/100/km (city/highway combined) for Front-Wheel Drive models and 7.8 L/100km (city/highway combined) for All-Wheel Drive models.
Why is it the perfect family vehicle? The 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross is ready for anything with up to 660L of cargo space! You load and unload your vehicle easily with wide rear doors and rear foldable 60/40 Seats.
Corolla Cross XLE AWD in Cypress
2025 Toyota Corolla Cross Features
The 2025 Corolla Cross has ten exterior colourways to choose from including a gorgeous green like Cyprus, a soft blue like Celestite, and dual colourways like Soul Red Crystal with Black Roof. Standard heated front seats, available All-Wheel Drive, and other great features make this a great subcompact SUV choice for Edmonton drivers.
- Distinctive black grille and LED headlamps
- Larger diameter wheels (18” alloy wheels on XLE and XSE models)
- Available power moonroof
- Standard heated front seats, available leather-wrapped and heated steering wheel, and available Softex seats
- Automatic Climate Control with Dual Zone Climate Control upgrades available
- 8” Touchscreen Display with wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto
- Self-charging hybrid powertrain
- Toyota Safety Sense 3.0
Standard Front Heated Seats
Do you need a bigger SUV than the Corolla Cross? That’s where the Toyota Sequoia comes in. Learn more: The Perfect Driver For The 2025 Toyota Sequoia
Are You The Perfect Driver For The 2025 Toyota Corolla?
2025 Toyota Corolla Sedan Perfect Driver: Value & Fuel Efficiency
If you’re looking for a car that has multiple powertrain and trim levels available, hybrid options, a lower starting price, a larger trunk for heavy items and great fuel efficiency, you’re the perfect driver for the 2025 Toyota Corolla Sedan!
2025 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Perfect Driver: City Driving & Cargo Space
Are you looking for a smaller vehicle that does great on gas, maneuvers better in a city, has more cargo capacity than a sedan and has a bunch of fun colour options to choose from? Then we think that you and the 2025 Toyota Corolla Hatchback would make a great pair.
2025 Toyota GR Corolla Perfect Driver: Sporty Style & Features
But wait, what about a super sporty model that delivers incredible horsepower, driving technologies, a comfortable interior, and up to 503L of cargo space? The super-speedy 2025 Toyota GR Corolla is your true love match.
2025 Toyota Corolla Cross Driver: Higher Road Stance & AWD
Last but not least, if you’re looking for the best features of a Corolla with a higher viewpoint, All-Wheel Drive capabilities, multiple powertrains and trim options, hybrid models, and SUV-driving functionality, then you’re the perfect fit for the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross!
There truly is a Corolla for everyone.
From top left to bottom right: Toyota Corolla Sedan, Toyota Corolla Hatchback, GR Corolla, and Corolla Cross SUV
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