Toyota Corolla hybrid MPG & CO2 emissions
Although not a match for its plug-in hybrid rivals, the Toyota Corolla's MPG and CO2 figures are competitive
| Model | Fuel economy | CO2 emissions |
|---|---|---|
| 1.8-litre | 55-63mpg | 101-115g/km |
| 2.0-litre | 50-58mpg | 111-127g/km |
The claimed official fuel-economy and CO2 emissions figures for the Toyota Corolla hatchback vary considerably, depending on whether you go for the 1.8 or 2.0-litre hybrid powertrain, and exactly what size of alloy wheel you specify. CO2 emissions run from 101 to 127g/km and economy ranges from 50 to just under 63mpg, which is broadly competitive with hybrid rivals such as the Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid (63mpg) and Kia Niro (60mpg).
Toyota Corolla hybrid MPG & CO2 emissions
The most efficient Corolla hatchback is the 1.8-litre on 16-inch wheels, which emits 101g/km of CO2 and returned nearly 63mpg in official testing. Increasing wheel size to 17 or 18 inches ups the emissions to as much as 115g/km, while the 2.0-litre hybrid engine (which is only available with larger wheels) emits 111-127g/km of CO2 and will return just over 50mpg economy.
The Corolla will make the most difference to your running costs if you regularly tackle low-speed, stop-start urban driving. This gives the car's hybrid drivetrain the greatest opportunity to run in electric mode, with Toyota claiming that up to 50% of a typical commute can be covered on battery power. For those who do more long-distance motorway runs, however, a modern diesel or an electric car with a large battery pack and rapid charging may make more financial sense.
