Toyota Corolla 2.0 VVT-i Hybrid Excel 5dr CVT [JBL] Review
Category: Family car
Section: Version review

The model
Read full reviewAll things considered, the Toyota Corolla is a brilliant family car. It's comfortable, well made, well equipped and remarkably frugal in real-world driving. True, the 1.8 Hybrid version is no ball of fire and rear passenger space is decidedly below par, but as long as those flaws aren't dealbreakers for you, it's a fantastic buy.
The trim
See full equipmentThis range-topping trim is too pricey for us to recommend, even though it adds part-leather seats and bigger (18in) alloys to everything that comes with cheaper Design trim.
The engine
See full engine specsIn many ways, this is the best version of the Corolla, because its 177bhp 2.0-litre hybrid is much punchier and responds far more eagerly when you squeeze its accelerator pedal. However, it's a pity you end up with a much smaller boot than the 1.8-litre hybrid.