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2018 Toyota Corolla iM CVTi-S

The 2018 Toyota Corolla iM CVTi-S is a 137-hp 1.8-liter with a cvti-s 7-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $19,590 MSRP and is rated at 31 mpg combined.

It makes 137 horsepower at 6,100 rpm and 126 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 28 mpg city and 36 mpg highway (31 mpg combined).

The Corolla iM measures 170.5 inches long on a 102.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,031 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeHatchback
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$19,590
MSRP with Destination$20,520
Destination Charge$930
Engine
Engine Type1.8-liter DOHC 16-valve 4-Cylinder with VALVEMATIC (2ZR-FAE)
Displacement1.8 L
Horsepower137 hp @ 6,100 rpm
Torque126 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 16-valve, chain drive with VALVEMATIC
Bore and Stroke80.5 x 88.3
Compression Ratio10.6:1
Injection TypeElectronic Fuel Injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission
TransmissionCVTi-S 7-Speed Automatic with Sport Sequential Shiftmatic Mode
1st Gear2.48
Reverse2.604
Final Drive5.045
Fuel Economy
City28 MPG
Highway36 MPG
Combined31 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Unleaded
Tank Capacity14 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionDouble wishbone
Front Stabilizer Bar23.2 mm
Rear Stabilizer Bar22.0 mm
Turning Diameter35.4 ft
Brakes
Front Brake DiscDisc 11.7 in
Rear Brake DiscDisc 11.0 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17 x 7.0J Alloy
Wheels Rear17 x 7.0J Alloy
Tires Front225/45R17 All-Season
Tires Rear225/45R17 All-Season
Dimensions & Weight
Length170.5 in
Width69.3 in
Height55.3 in
Wheelbase102.4 in
Front Track59.6 in
Rear Track59.3 in
Ground Clearance5.5 in
Cargo Volume20.8 ft³
Curb Weight3,031 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.7 in
Headroom Rear37.5 in
Legroom Front41.7 in
Legroom Rear32.7 in
Shoulder Room Front54.3 in
Shoulder Room Rear54.1 in

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2018 Toyota Corolla IM 5 HB FWD).

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2018 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

Jan 13, 2020 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.

NHTSA campaign 20V012000

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

8 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2018 Toyota COROLLA IM

Owner Complaints

8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Toyota COROLLA IM (2 mention a crash, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Forward Collision Avoidance2
Power Train2
Steering2
Air Bags1
Electrical System1
Exterior Lighting1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jun 29, 2025 · Tires
“Originally my rear left tire had a blow out on 6/28, and when I brought the car in to have the tire changed on 6/29, Goodyear determined that the belts on all 4 tires were defective and concluded that…”
Aug 2, 2024 · Electrical System, Forward Collision Avoidance
“"Precollition system malfunction" "visit your dealler". "Headlight system malfunction" " visit your dealer". Codes: B124C, C1AAO.”
Dec 6, 2021 · Steering, Power Train, Lane Departure Crash 1 injury
“The steering wheel locks and unable ro drive”
Nov 30, 2021 · Air Bags Crash 2 injuries
“The contact's daughter owns a 2018 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated while his daughter was at a standstill at a traffic light when another vehicle rear-ended her and pushed her forward causing her…”
Nov 25, 2021 · Exterior Lighting, Service Brakes, Forward Collision Avoidance
“ok so what had happen is the cars so call foward collision of the speific car did nit work steering wheel lock when i made a left turn and i hit a curve lane departure did not work or anything i just…”

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 2018 TOYOTA COROLLA IM. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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