53/100

2017Midsize CarsRegular

2017 Toyota Corolla LE Eco

EPA ID: 38156

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City MPG

Combined MPG

33MPG· Excellent

Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2017 Toyota Corolla LE Eco achieves an EPA-estimated 33 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 29 MPG in the city and 38 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 1.8L 4-cylinder engine paired with a automatic (variable gear ratios), this midsize cars features Front-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2017 Corolla LE Eco produces approximately 271 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this Corolla LE Eco performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $1,800, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would spend $1,750 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassMidsize Cars

Fuel TypeRegular

Engine1.8L 4-cyl

AspirationNaturally Aspirated

TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)

Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions271 g/mi

Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped

GHG Score8/10

Smog RatingN/A

Est. Annual Cost$1,800

5-Year Cost DeltaSpend $1,750

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG

32.5

Impact vs EPA

+$26

/ year

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Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost

$549/mo

Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.

Annual Mileage15,000 mi

Value Depreciation

Est. value lost over 60 months

$16,000

48.6%

Fuel & Electricity

Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)

$7,955

24.1%

Estimated Insurance

Based on vehicle class risk profile

$8,600

26.1%

State Registration Fees

Based on National Average DMV base rates

$400

1.2%

Total 5-Year Cost$32,955

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #20V024000·2020-03-16

critical

Component: 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 & Remedy

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.

Campaign #19V503000·2019-08-23

critical

Component: 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 & Remedy

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.

Campaign #17V295000·2017-06-15

critical

Component: 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 & Remedy

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

54.2 metric tons CO₂

Equivalent To:

🌳 67 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs

✈️ 4.5 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.