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2001 Toyota Corolla S 5MT

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2001 Toyota Corolla – front
Photo: 2000 Toyota Corolla VE, front 5.12.19 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the eighth generation (E110, 1998–2002); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 2000 Toyota Corolla VE, front 5.12.19 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: '98-'00 Toyota Corolla Driving School Car by Bull-Doser, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: 2000 Toyota Corolla VE, rear 5.12.19 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: 1999 Toyota Corolla VE in Venetian Red Pearl, Rear Right, 06-07-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: Toyota Corolla CE 1999 Canada dashboard2 by Tinss, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 2001 Toyota Corolla S 5MT is a 125-hp 1.8-liter inline-4 sedan with a 5-speed manual w/overdrive and front-wheel drive. It starts at $15,150 MSRP and is rated at 29 mpg combined.

It makes 125 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 126 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 32 mpg city and 41 mpg highway (29 mpg combined).

The Corolla measures 174.0 inches long on a 97.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,405 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$15,150 ($27,802 *)
Engine
Engine Type1.8-liter, inline 4-cylinder (1ZZ-FE)
Displacement1.8 L
Horsepower125 hp @ 5,800 rpm
Torque126 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 16-valve, VVT-i
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual w/overdrive
1st Gear3.17
2nd Gear1.9
3rd Gear1.31
4th Gear0.89
5th Gear0.73
Final Drive3.72
Fuel Economy
City32 MPG
Highway41 MPG
Combined29 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular
Tank Capacity13.2 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut
Rear SuspensionMacPherson strut
Brakes
Front Brake CalipersVentilated disc
Front Brake DiscVentilated disc
Rear Brake Disc7.9 in. drum
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front14 in. Steel
Wheels Rear14 in. Steel
Tires FrontP185/65R14
Tires RearP185/65R14
Dimensions & Weight
Length174 in
Width66.7 in
Height54.5 in
Wheelbase97 in
Front Track57.5 in
Rear Track57.1 in
Ground Clearance4.7 in
Cargo Volume12.1 ft³
Curb Weight2,405 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.3 in
Headroom Rear36.9 in
Legroom Front42.5 in
Legroom Rear33.2 in
Shoulder Room Front52.8 in
Shoulder Room Rear52.2 in
Hip Room Front50.5 in
Hip Room Rear51.2 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Similar cars

Rivals to the 2001 Toyota Corolla S 5MT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 2001 Toyota Corolla 4-DR.
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2001 Toyota Corolla 4-DR. w/SAB: overall not rated

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Toyota COROLLA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Feb 11, 2010 · SUSPENSION

RIDE CONTROL IS RECALLING CERTAIN FRONT STRUT MOUNTS BRANDED AS GABRIEL RIDE CONTROL OR ARVINMERITOR, P/NOS. 142435, 142193, 142305, 142303, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FRONT STRUT MOUNTS DID NOT CONTAIN A WELD JOINT BETWEEN THE BEARING HOUSING AND THE RATE PLATE.

Consequence: THE ABSENCE OF THE WELD CAN ALLOW THE STRUT TO COME OUT OF ITS MOUNTING POSITION UNDER CERTAIN EXTREME DRIVING CONDITIONS WHICH COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO SURROUNDING VEHICLE COMPONENTS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: RIDE CONTROL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT RIDE CONTROL AT 1-248-458-1396.

NHTSA campaign 10E002000

May 11, 2009 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.

NHTSA campaign 09E025000

Apr 7, 2009 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

NHTSA campaign 09E012000

May 24, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING

CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.

NHTSA campaign 06E049000

138 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2001 Toyota COROLLA

Owner Complaints

138 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2001 Toyota COROLLA (33 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 23 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine And Engine Cooling32
Air Bags24
Vehicle Speed Control14
Structure12
Service Brakes11
Power Train10
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Feb 11, 2023 · Unknown Or Other
“STOLEN”
Apr 12, 2019 · Air Bags Crash 30 injuries
“MY DAUGHTER HIT A STOPPED CAR AT APPROX 30 MPH. SHE HIT THE STEERING WHEEL AND THEN THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED TOO LATE. SHE WAS DRIVING ON A CITY STREET. SHE WAS GOING STRAIGHT.”
Oct 4, 2018 · Exterior Lighting, Engine, Fuel/Propulsion System
“WE HAVE A 2001 TOYOTA WE NOTICED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD COME ON EVERY MONTH AND SO I TOOK THE CAR TO AUTOZONE FOR A FREE DIAGNOSTIC TEST EACH TIME WITH THE RESULT SHOWING THAT THE CAR HAS…”
Jul 27, 2018 · Fuel/Propulsion System
“CHECK ENGINE LIGHT NOT GOING OFF EVEN AFTER REPLACING THE PARTS”
May 5, 2018 · Electrical System
“DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS DO NOT TURN AUTOMATICALLY. THE HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LIGHT FLASHES. I TURN THE LIGHTS ON AND THE HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LIGHT STOPS FLASHING. I HAVE REPLACED THE DAYTIME RUNNING…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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