What is the torque of a Toyota Corolla?
In broad terms, the Corolla’s torque depends on the engine: conventional gasoline variants deliver peak torque in the low-to-mid range, while hybrids add electric motor torque for a higher effective total at the wheels. Exact numbers vary by model year and market.
Gasoline engines
The Corolla has shifted from an older 1.8-liter to a modern 2.0-liter Dynamic Force engine in recent years. Here are typical torque figures you’ll see in mainstream trims.
1.8-liter gasoline engine (older generations)
- Torque: about 125 lb-ft (170 Nm).
This torque figure comes from the 1.8-liter gasoline engines used in Corolla models from the 2010s, common in many markets.
2.0-liter Dynamic Force engine (recent generations)
- Torque: about 151 lb-ft (205 Nm).
The 2.0-liter engine debuted in newer Corolla variants around 2019–2020 and remains standard in many 2020s models, delivering stronger torque for quicker response.
Hybrid variant
The Corolla Hybrid combines a gasoline engine with electric motors. Torque figures reflect both the engine’s torque and the electric motor contribution, which varies with driving conditions.
Gasoline engine torque in Hybrid (1.8L Atkinson-cycle)
- Engine torque: about 105 lb-ft (142 Nm).
This is the gasoline engine torque; the hybrid system adds electric motor torque to boost overall performance during acceleration.
Combined system torque (gasoline + electric)
- Combined system torque: typically higher than engine torque alone, varying with battery state and drive mode. Real-world figures often place it roughly in the 120–140 lb-ft equivalent range, though exact numbers depend on year and market.
The electric motor can provide immediate torque during launches, giving the hybrid a quicker feel than the gasoline engine alone even if the engine torque number is modest.
Market and model-year variations
Torque numbers vary by market and model year due to different tuning, emissions standards, and trim levels. For example, some regions label the same engine with slightly different torque figures, and hybrid configurations can shift with battery technology and power-management strategies.
Summary
Overall, torque in the Toyota Corolla ranges from about 125 lb-ft (170 Nm) in the 1.8-liter gasoline engines to roughly 151 lb-ft (205 Nm) in the 2.0-liter gasoline engines. Hybrid variants deliver a lower engine torque but higher combined system torque thanks to electric motor assistance, with exact figures depending on year, market, and drive conditions. For precise numbers, check your specific year and trim in Toyota’s official specifications or the owner’s manual.
