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2016 Toyota Corolla MPG, Fuel Cost and Recalls
2016 Toyota Corolla MPG and annual fuel cost by engine, with EPA ratings and NHTSA recall records below.
At a glance
2016 Toyota Corolla reference
Use the summary to orient yourself, then open the exact engine, drivetrain and source record below.
2016 Toyota Corolla MPG by engine and drivetrain
EPA combined ratings run from 30 to 34 mpg across 6 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
| Engine / transmission | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4-cylinderAutomatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 27 mpg | 35 mpg | 30 mpg | $2,050 | 291 g/mi |
| 1.8L 4-cylinderAutomatic (AV-S7) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 28 mpg | 36 mpg | 31 mpg | $2,000 | 282 g/mi |
| 1.8L 4-cylinderAutomatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 29 mpg | 37 mpg | 32 mpg | $1,900 | 281 g/mi |
| 1.8L 4-cylinderManual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 28 mpg | 36 mpg | 31 mpg | $2,000 | 284 g/mi |
| 1.8L 4-cylinderAutomatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 30 mpg | 40 mpg | 34 mpg | $1,800 | 263 g/mi |
| 1.8L 4-cylinderAutomatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 30 mpg | 38 mpg | 33 mpg | $1,850 | 266 g/mi |
Annual fuel figures are the EPA snapshot at the source date. The calculator below uses the separately dated fuel-price record and your inputs, so the estimates may differ.
2016 Toyota Corolla annual fuel cost calculator
Start with the combined MPG for 1.8L 4-cylinder, Automatic 4-spd, Front-Wheel Drive. Replace it with your measured gas mileage and local pump price for a personal budget.
Formula annual miles ÷ MPG × gasoline price
Fuel cost per mile equals gasoline price divided by MPG. Multiply by your annual mileage for a yearly fuel budget. Add maintenance to estimate cost per mile.
2016 Toyota Corolla recall campaigns
NHTSA returned 1 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE · 20V024000
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.
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.
2016 Toyota Corolla NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Toyota Corolla 4 DR FWD | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the 2016 Toyota Corolla gas mileage?
EPA combined ratings run from 30 to 34 mpg across 6 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
Are these real-world MPG figures for the Corolla?
These are EPA ratings, not owner-reported mileage. Use your measured MPG in the calculator to estimate your own fuel budget. The configuration table keeps city, highway and combined ratings separate.
Does the 2016 Toyota Corolla have recalls?
NHTSA returned 1 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
Does annual fuel cost include servicing or insurance?
No. The EPA cost and the calculator cover fuel only. Use the cost-per-mile calculator to add a maintenance allowance. Insurance, depreciation, finance costs and registration are separate ownership expenses.
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Sources and record dates
U.S. EPA FuelEconomy.gov vehicle dataset Accessed 2026-09-05U.S. EIA public gasoline price table Accessed 2026-09-05NHTSA Recalls API Accessed 2026-09-04NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API Accessed 2026-09-05Last updated