2026 Toyota
Corolla Hybrid

For 2026, the Toyota Corolla Hybrid adds more standard tech and safety features while retaining the efficiency that has defined it since it was introduced in 2020. Notably, blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are now included on every trim. In other changes for the model, the XLE upgrades to a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, while the LE and SE adopt a 7-inch display. The hybrid system continues to deliver attention-getting fuel economy, with ratings of up to 53 mpg around town. Plus, the Corolla Hybrid remains the only compact hybrid sedan from a mainstream automaker with available all-wheel drive (on select trims).

Every 2026 Corolla Hybrid is backed by ToyotaCare, which provides two years or 25,000 miles of scheduled maintenance, including oil and filter changes, tire rotations, inspections, and fluid checks. It also adds two years of roadside assistance with no mileage limit. Please see our separate overviews for the gas-only Corolla and the Corolla Hatchback.

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Trims and Powertrain

The three 2026 Corolla Hybrid trims – LE, SE, and XLE – share the same 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine, which is matched with Toyota’s fifth-generation gas-electric system. All grades come standard with front-wheel drive (FWD), but the LE and SE can be upgraded with electronic all-wheel drive (AWD). Regardless of which wheels get the power, a continuously variable transmission (CVT) completes the powertrain.

The Corolla Hybrid LE and XLE with front-wheel drive are rated to achieve 53 mpg in city driving and 46 mpg on the highway. The SE comes in at 50 mpg around town and 43 mpg on the open road. With all-wheel drive, the LE returns 51 city/44 highway, while the SE is rated for 47 city/41 highway.

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Standard Features by Grade

While the LE is the least expensive Corolla Hybrid, it’s far from a base edition. It comes with LED exterior lighting, automatic climate control, a 7-inch driver information display, power side mirrors, fabric upholstery, a tilt-and-telescopic steering column, remote keyless entry, intermittent windshield wipers, a 60/40-split folding rear seat, four USB ports (two per row), and 16-inch steel wheels with covers. The optional LE Premium Package adds proximity keyless entry, push-button start, wireless device charging, and 16-inch alloy wheels.

The SE trim ramps up the style factor with a rear spoiler, sport seats that have exclusive fabric inserts, and specialized exterior treatments. This trim also gets proximity keyless entry, heated power side mirrors, chrome exhaust tips, variable intermittent windshield wipers, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and 18-inch alloy wheels. The available SE Premium Package will furnish a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless device charging, and a larger infotainment touchscreen (see the details below). The XLE makes an upscale statement with a power moonroof, SofTex leatherette upholstery, heated front seats, an eight-way power driver’s seat, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless device charging, and 16-inch alloy wheels.

2026 Toyota Corolla Hybrid rear view

Safety Technology

Most of the Corolla Hybrid’s driver-assistance systems come under the Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 umbrella. These standard technologies include forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure alert with steering assist, lane tracing assist, adaptive cruise control, and road sign assist. Every trim is also equipped with ten airbags, anti-lock brakes, stability control, traction control, hill start assist control, and a rearview monitor with projected path guidelines.

2026 Toyota Corolla Hybrid front seats

Staying Informed and Connected

While the LE and SE trims use the Toyota Audio Multimedia with an 8-inch touchscreen, a 10.5-inch touchscreen is standard in the XLE (it’s also part of the SE Premium Package). Supporting both setups are wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, SiriusXM satellite radio, and Bluetooth for hands-free phone use and audio streaming. Wi-Fi hotspot capability and access to Toyota connected services (for navigation, emergency help, and other features) are standard for the full trim range. The standard audio arrangement is an unbranded system with six speakers, but the XLE is eligible for a nine-speaker JBL upgrade.

** Price(s) include(s) all costs to be paid by a consumer including $399 documentation fee, except for licensing costs, registration fees, and taxes.