Model year guide

2018 Toyota Corolla

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Toyota Corolla is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 72 on record.

2018 Toyota Corolla — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2018 Toyota Corolla at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints134
Combined31 mpg
Typical price$16,532

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2018 Toyota Corolla recalls 3

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #19V503000 · 28/06/2019

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."

Fix: 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.

Air Bags: Air Bag/restraint Control Module NHTSA Campaign #20V024000 · 17/01/2020

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.

Fix: 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…

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump NHTSA Campaign #20V012000 · 13/01/2020

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 To…

Fix: 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 an…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2018 Toyota Corolla common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 134 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2018 Toyota Corolla MPG & running costs

Combined31 mpg
City28 mpg
Highway35 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$1,983

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2018 Toyota Corolla worth?

Low
$13,495
Typical price
$16,532
High
$19,194

From 55 comparable 2018 Toyota Corolla listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 Toyota Corolla costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$9,915
Depreciation (5 yrs)$5,150
Total$15,065
Per mile$0.20

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($16,532) with the same model 5 model-years older ($11,364), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2018 Toyota Corolla trims & engines on record

Trims
L/LE/SE/XLE/XSE
Engines
1.8L 4-cyl 132 hp · 1.8L 4-cyl 137 hp

2018 Toyota Corolla vehicles on record

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2018 Toyota Corolla — frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Toyota Corolla have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2018 Toyota Corolla. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Toyota Corolla?

Based on 134 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel/propulsion system, power train, air bags.

What gas mileage does the 2018 Toyota Corolla get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2018 Toyota Corolla at about 31 mpg combined (28 city / 35 highway).

How much is a 2018 Toyota Corolla worth?

Comparable 2018 Toyota Corolla listings run roughly $13,495–$19,194, typically around $16,532 (from 55 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.