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2026 Toyota Corolla MPG, Fuel Cost and Recalls
2026 Toyota Corolla MPG and annual fuel cost by engine, with EPA ratings and NHTSA recall records below.
At a glance
2026 Toyota Corolla reference
Use the summary to orient yourself, then open the exact engine, drivetrain and source record below.
2026 Toyota Corolla MPG by engine and drivetrain
EPA combined ratings run from 22 to 50 mpg across 12 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 (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 50 mpg | 43 mpg | 47 mpg | $1,300 | 186 g/mi |
| 1.8L 4-cylinderAutomatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 53 mpg | 46 mpg | 50 mpg | $1,250 | 176 g/mi |
| 1.8L 4-cylinderAutomatic (variable gear ratios) · All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 47 mpg | 41 mpg | 44 mpg | $1,400 | 199 g/mi |
| 1.8L 4-cylinderAutomatic (variable gear ratios) · All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 51 mpg | 44 mpg | 48 mpg | $1,300 | 183 g/mi |
| 2.0L 4-cylinderAutomatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 32 mpg | 41 mpg | 35 mpg | $1,750 | 254 g/mi |
| 2.0L 4-cylinderAutomatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 31 mpg | 40 mpg | 34 mpg | $1,800 | 257 g/mi |
| 2.0L 4-cylinderAutomatic (AV-S10) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 31 mpg | 38 mpg | 34 mpg | $1,800 | 265 g/mi |
| 2.0L 4-cylinderAutomatic (AV-S10) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 32 mpg | 41 mpg | 35 mpg | $1,750 | 254 g/mi |
| 2.0L 4-cylinderAutomatic (AV-S10) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 30 mpg | 38 mpg | 33 mpg | $1,850 | 266 g/mi |
| 2.0L 4-cylinderAutomatic (AV-S10) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 30 mpg | 38 mpg | 33 mpg | $1,850 | 267 g/mi |
| 1.6L 3-cylinder turboManual 6-spd · All-Wheel Drive · Premium Gasoline | 21 mpg | 28 mpg | 24 mpg | $3,150 | 368 g/mi |
| 1.6L 3-cylinder turboAutomatic (S8) · All-Wheel Drive · Premium Gasoline | 19 mpg | 27 mpg | 22 mpg | $3,450 | 395 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.
2026 Toyota Corolla annual fuel cost calculator
Start with the combined MPG for 1.8L 4-cylinder, Automatic (variable gear ratios), 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.
2026 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.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS · 26V110000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2026 Corolla vehicles. The front headlights may have missing headlight aim markings, which can result in improperly aimed headlights during service. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Remedy: Dealers will replace both front headlight assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 20, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 26TA05.
2026 Toyota Corolla NHTSA safety ratings
No rating is published in the stored record for this year and model.
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API Accessed 2026-09-05Frequently asked questions
What is the 2026 Toyota Corolla gas mileage?
EPA combined ratings run from 22 to 50 mpg across 12 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 2026 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