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Toyota · model year 2026
2026 Toyota Corolla Hybrid SE AWD
Compact · All-Wheel Drive · Hybrid · EPA class: Compact Cars
Where it places
- 07 Fuel-efficient compact cars
Ordered by combined MPG #7 of 86 - 29 Hybrid cars
Ordered by combined MPG #29 of 289 - 29 Fuel-efficient cars
Ordered by combined MPG #29 of 401 - 1070 2026 cars and trucks
Every car of that year, A to Z #1070 of 1,172 - 17 Fuel-efficient AWD and 4WD cars
Ordered by combined MPG #17 of 1,362 - 60 Gas and hybrid cars by fuel cost
Ordered by fuel a year #60 of 2,158 - 58 Toyota cars
Every model year, newest first #58 of 2,645
Against fuel-efficient compact cars
The CarCody take
The 2026 Toyota Corolla Hybrid SE AWD is a compact, gasoline-electric car with all-wheel drive. Its EPA rating is 44 MPG combined, with 47 MPG in city driving and 41 MPG on the highway. EPA fuel cost is $1,500 per year. A 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine works through an automatic transmission with variable gear ratios.
Good to know
- 44 MPG combined EPA rating
- 47 MPG city rating
- All-wheel drive
- Hybrid gasoline powertrain
- Compact-car body
Watch for
- 41 MPG highway rating
- Gasoline is the listed fuel
- Annual EPA fuel cost is $1,500
- Tailpipe CO2 is 199 grams per mile
Who it suits. Drivers wanting a compact hybrid with all-wheel drive Routes with substantial city driving Buyers comparing EPA MPG figures
The 2026 Corolla Hybrid SE AWD makes sense for drivers who want a compact car and all-wheel drive while keeping gasoline use measured. Its 44-MPG combined rating is supported by a 47-MPG city figure, but highway trips return 41 MPG. The hybrid system works with a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine and a variable-ratio automatic transmission. Its EPA annual fuel estimate is $1,500, and it fits routine gasoline travel where city miles are a meaningful share of the year.
What it is
This is a 2026 Toyota Corolla Hybrid SE AWD, a compact car powered by gasoline and a hybrid system. It uses all-wheel drive.
A 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine sends power through an automatic transmission with variable gear ratios.
The numbers
The figure to watch is 44 MPG combined. The EPA city rating is 47 MPG, while the highway rating is 41 MPG.
That split favors stop-and-go driving over steady highway travel. The car’s tailpipe CO2 rating is 199 grams per mile.
What it costs to run
EPA estimates yearly fuel cost at $1,500. Your actual bill will change with miles driven, fuel prices and driving conditions.
The listed fuel is gasoline.
How it compares
Use the 44-MPG combined figure when comparing this Corolla with other compact cars. Its 47 city and 41 highway ratings show how the result changes with the type of driving.
For a wider side-by-side view, see fuel-efficient compact cars, hybrid cars, and fuel-efficient cars.
Who it suits
This Corolla suits a driver who wants compact-car dimensions, hybrid gasoline operation and all-wheel drive in one vehicle.
Its higher city than highway MPG makes it a practical match for trips that include more urban driving.
Trade-offs
All-wheel drive comes with a 41-MPG highway rating, below the 47-MPG city figure. The car still reaches 44 MPG combined.
The 1.8-liter engine and variable-ratio automatic transmission are part of the hybrid powertrain.
Verdict
Choose this Corolla if your priorities are a compact body, all-wheel traction and hybrid operation.
Its EPA figures point to lower fuel use in city driving than on the highway, with $1,500 estimated for a typical year. Compare that 44-MPG combined number with other compact hybrids before deciding whether this balance fits your routes.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 44 MPG
- City MPG
- 47 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 41 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,500
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 199 g per mile
- Model year
- 2026
- Body
- Car
- EPA size class
- Compact Cars
- Drive
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 1.8 L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- Automatic (variable gear ratios)
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What is the 2026 Corolla Hybrid SE AWD’s combined MPG?
Its EPA combined rating is 44 MPG.
What city and highway MPG does it get?
The EPA rates it at 47 MPG in the city and 41 MPG on the highway.
How much fuel does the EPA estimate it costs each year?
The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $1,500.
Does this Corolla use gasoline or electricity?
It is a gasoline hybrid. The listed fuel is gasoline, and it does not have a plug-in charging specification here.
Is the 2026 Corolla Hybrid SE AWD all-wheel drive?
Yes. The model designation and drivetrain are all-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 is its EPA class?
The EPA class is Compact Cars.
How much tailpipe CO2 does it emit?
Its tailpipe rating is 199 grams per mile.
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