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Toyota Corolla vs Toyota Yaris

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 Toyota Corolla

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2020 Toyota Yaris

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Overview

SpecToyota CorollaLEToyota YarisL
Selected trimLEL
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic6-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262020

Pricing & market

SpecToyota CorollaLEToyota YarisL
MSRP$22,725$15,650 (best)
Lowest listing price$5,999 (best)—
Median listing price$24,479 (best)—
Highest listing price$33,995 (best)—
For sale now251 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecToyota CorollaLEToyota YarisL
Combined MPG35 MPG (best)34 MPG
City MPG32 MPG (best)30 MPG
Highway MPG41 MPG (best)39 MPG
Fuel tank13.2 gal (best)11.6 gal

Performance

SpecToyota CorollaLEToyota YarisL
Horsepower169 hp (best)106 hp
Torque151 lb-ft (best)103 lb-ft
Engine size2 L (best)1.5 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecToyota CorollaLEToyota YarisL
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume13.1 cu ft13.5 cu ft (best)
Curb weight2,955 lbs2,385 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.3 in5.5 in (best)
Wheelbase106.3 in (best)101.2 in
Length182.5 in (best)171.2 in
Width70.1 in (best)66.7 in
Height56.5 in58.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecToyota CorollaLEToyota YarisL
NHTSA overallNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side poleNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)11

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimToyota CorollaToyota Yaris
1

LE

$22,725 MSRP(Currently comparing)

L

$15,650 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LE

$24,975 MSRP

L

$16,750 MSRP

3

LE

$26,375 MSRP

LE

$16,650 MSRP

4

SE

$24,180 MSRP

LE

$17,750 MSRP

5

SE

$25,165 MSRP

LE

$17,750 MSRP

6

SE

$27,415 MSRP

XLE

$18,750 MSRP

7

SE

$28,815 MSRP

XLE

$18,750 MSRP

8

FX

$26,780 MSRP

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9

XSE

$27,175 MSRP

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10

XSE

$28,440 MSRP

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11

XLE

$29,340 MSRP

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Live inventory

Toyota Corolla vs Toyota Yaris FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Toyota Corolla or 2020 Toyota Yaris?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Toyota Corolla vs 2020 Toyota Yaris on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Toyota Corolla or 2020 Toyota Yaris?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2020 Toyota Yaris starts lower at $15,650. Live Toyota Corolla listings start at $5,999.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Toyota Corolla or 2020 Toyota Yaris?
The 2020 Toyota Yaris leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (15,650).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Toyota Corolla or 2020 Toyota Yaris?
The 2026 Toyota Corolla leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (50).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Toyota Corolla or 2020 Toyota Yaris?
The 2026 Toyota Corolla leads on horsepower in this comparison (169).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Toyota Corolla vs 2020 Toyota Yaris?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Toyota Corolla (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall); Toyota Yaris (5/5 NHTSA overall).
Toyota Corolla vs Toyota Yaris: Price, MPG, Safety & Specs Compared | Open Dealer