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2017 Toyota Corolla XSE

The 2017 Toyota Corolla XSE is a 132-hp 1.8-liter inline-4 sedan with a super cvt-i, continuously variable automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $22,680 MSRP and is rated at 31 mpg combined.

It makes 132 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 128 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 28 mpg city and 35 mpg highway (31 mpg combined).

The Corolla measures 183.1 inches long on a 106.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,885 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$22,680
MSRP with Destination$23,545
Destination Charge$865
Engine
Engine Type1.8-liter, inline 4-cylinder
Displacement1.8 L
Horsepower132 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque128 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 16-valve, Dual VVT-i
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
TransmissionSuper CVT-i (CVTi-S), continuously variable automatic
Fuel Economy
City28 MPG
Highway35 MPG
Combined31 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular
Tank Capacity13.2 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut
Rear SuspensionTorsion beam
Brakes
Front Brake CalipersVentilated disc, 10.8 in.
Front Brake Disc10.8 in. ventilated disc
Rear Brake Disc10.2 in. solid disc
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17 in. Alloy
Wheels Rear17 in. Alloy
Tires FrontP215/45R17
Tires RearP215/45R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length183.1 in
Width69.9 in
Height57.3 in
Wheelbase106.3 in
Front Track59.8 in
Rear Track59.9 in
Ground Clearance6.7 in
Cargo Volume13 ft³
Curb Weight2,885 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38.3 in
Headroom Rear37.1 in
Legroom Front42.3 in
Legroom Rear41.4 in
Shoulder Room Front54.8 in
Shoulder Room Rear54.8 in
Hip Room Front53 in
Hip Room Rear43.9 in

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (11.8 % risk)
Tested variant: 2017 Toyota Corolla 4 DR FWD

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Toyota COROLLA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jan 17, 2020 · AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Corolla, 2011-2013 Matrix, 2012-2018 Avalon, and 2013-2018 Avalon Hybrid vehicles. During certain crashes, the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners.

Consequence: In the event of a crash, air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners that do not deploy as intended may increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ECU and install a noise filter between the air bag control module and its wire harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk beginning March 2, 2020. A second letter notifying owners of the remedy repair will be mailed between March 16, 2020 and June 27, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB03, 20TA03 and 20TA05.

NHTSA campaign 20V024000

Jun 28, 2019 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota Camry, Corolla, Rav4, Sienna, and Yaris iA vehicles equipped with factory-installed floor mats. The load carrying capacity modification label may be incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Consequence: An incorrect label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: SET will notify owners and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. SET's number for this recall is SET19A.

NHTSA campaign 19V503000

May 2, 2017 · TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.

Consequence: A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.

NHTSA campaign 17V295000

189 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2017 Toyota COROLLA

Owner Complaints

189 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Toyota COROLLA (47 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 31 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Air Bags57
Unknown Or Other33
Vehicle Speed Control30
Service Brakes26
Electrical System21
Power Train17
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Aug 17, 2026 · Power Train
“The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at an independent mechanic for brake service, the contact was informed that the transmission chain had fractured…”
Jul 23, 2026 · Unknown Or Other, Engine, Forward Collision Avoidance
“While driving in the middle of active traffic, the vehicle experienced a sudden and dangerous loss of motive power. The first indication of a problem was the A/C abruptly blowing hot air. Immediately…”
Jun 14, 2026 · Air Bags, Back Over Prevention, Forward Collision Avoidance
“My 2017 Toyota Corolla is Involved in Illegal Airbags that Are A Horrible CRASH RATING F - by .Toyota of Spartanburg South Carolina in 3 Recall To the Owner of 2017 Toyota Certified Pre Owned USA…”
Apr 17, 2026 · Air Bags
“My2017 Toyota Corolla was Purchased at Dave Edward’s Certified Pre Owned Car Dealer in Spartanburg South Carolina in 2018 It has Multiple Recall Notices by Toyota USA on ILLEGAL FACTORY INSTALLED…”
Mar 15, 2026 · Air Bags Crash 1 injury
“While I was driving in the middle lane through an intersection, a car from the opposite side failed to yield while turning and hit me on my driver's side. My car was traveling at approximately 35 MPH…”

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 2017 TOYOTA COROLLA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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