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Toyota · model year 2026
2026 Toyota Corolla Hybrid SE
Compact · Front-Wheel Drive · Hybrid · EPA class: Compact Cars
Where it places
- 05 Fuel-efficient compact cars
Ordered by combined MPG #5 of 86 - 22 Hybrid cars
Ordered by combined MPG #22 of 289 - 22 Fuel-efficient cars
Ordered by combined MPG #22 of 401 - 1069 2026 cars and trucks
Every car of that year, A to Z #1069 of 1,172 - 48 Gas and hybrid cars by fuel cost
Ordered by fuel a year #48 of 2,158 - 57 Toyota cars
Every model year, newest first #57 of 2,645
Against fuel-efficient compact cars
The CarCody take
The 2026 Toyota Corolla Hybrid SE is a compact, front-wheel-drive gasoline hybrid car. Its EPA rating is 47 MPG combined, with 50 MPG in city driving and 43 MPG on the highway. The EPA estimates annual fuel cost at $1,450. A 1.8-liter four-cylinder works through an automatic transmission with variable gear ratios.
Good to know
- 50 MPG city rating
- 47 MPG combined fuel economy
- Front-wheel drive
- $1,450 EPA annual fuel-cost estimate
Watch for
- Highway rating falls to 43 MPG
- Gasoline hybrid has no listed electric-only range
- Compact-car body may not suit buyers wanting a larger class
Who it suits. City-heavy driving Buyers seeking a compact gasoline hybrid Drivers focused on annual fuel cost
Choose this Corolla when you want a compact gasoline hybrid and your driving includes plenty of city miles. The city rating reaches 50 MPG, while mixed use is represented by 47 MPG combined. Highway-heavy drivers should budget from the 43 MPG figure instead. Front-wheel drive and the variable-ratio automatic transmission define the layout, and the EPA's $1,450 annual fuel estimate offers a practical ownership reference. There is no electric range or charging figure listed for this model.
What it is
The 2026 Toyota Corolla Hybrid SE is a compact car with front-wheel drive. It uses a gasoline hybrid powertrain with a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine and an automatic transmission with variable gear ratios.
Its defining EPA figure is 47 MPG combined. That means the rating blends city and highway driving into one fuel-economy number.
The numbers
The Corolla Hybrid SE is rated at 50 MPG in city driving and 43 MPG on the highway. If most of your miles are in town, the city figure is the one to watch; longer highway trips use the lower highway rating.
Its tailpipe output is listed at 186 grams of CO2 per mile.
What it costs to run
The EPA estimates gasoline for this Corolla Hybrid SE at $1,450 a year. That is an annual fuel-cost estimate tied to its 47 MPG combined rating, not a purchase price.
How it compares
This Corolla sits in the compact-car and hybrid groups. To see other vehicles organized around fuel economy, browse Fuel-efficient compact cars, Hybrid cars, and Fuel-efficient cars.
Who it suits
It suits a driver who wants a compact car with front-wheel drive and strong city fuel economy. The 50 MPG city rating favors frequent urban or stop-and-go driving, while the 43 MPG highway figure gives a clear expectation for road trips.
Trade-offs
The combined rating is 47 MPG, but highway use is rated at 43 MPG. Drivers who spend most of their time on faster roads should plan around that lower figure.
This is a gasoline hybrid, not a vehicle listed with an electric-only range or charging-time figure.
Verdict
The Corolla Hybrid SE makes the most sense when fuel use matters every week and city miles are common. Its compact-car size, front-wheel-drive layout, and 1.8-liter hybrid system keep the choice straightforward. The EPA's $1,450 yearly fuel estimate gives buyers a clear running-cost reference. Highway commuters should use the 43 MPG rating when planning costs, while mixed driving is represented by 47 MPG combined.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 47 MPG
- City MPG
- 50 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 43 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,450
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 186 g per mile
- Model year
- 2026
- Body
- Car
- EPA size class
- Compact Cars
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 1.8 L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- Automatic (variable gear ratios)
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What is the 2026 Corolla Hybrid SE's combined MPG?
Its EPA combined rating is 47 MPG.
What city and highway MPG does it get?
The EPA rates it at 50 MPG in the city and 43 MPG on the highway.
How much does fuel cost per year?
The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $1,450.
Is the Corolla Hybrid SE all-wheel drive?
No. It uses front-wheel drive.
What engine and transmission does it use?
It has a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine and an automatic transmission with variable gear ratios.
What fuel does this Corolla use?
It is a gasoline hybrid.
What is its tailpipe CO2 figure?
The listed tailpipe output is 186 grams of CO2 per mile.
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