2023 Subaru WRX vs. 2024 Toyota Corolla Review

Picture of the 2023 Subaru WRX

2023 Subaru
WRX

MSRP*: $30,605 to $43,395
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Picture of the 2024 Toyota Corolla

2024 Toyota
Corolla

MSRP*: $22,050 to $27,150
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MPG - City 19 MPG 31 - 32 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 26 MPG 40 - 41 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 271-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 169-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable, Manual Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 271 hp 169 hp
Exterior Length 183.8 in 182.5 in
Exterior Width 71.9 in 70.1 in
Leg Room Front 43.1 in
Rear 36.5 in
Front 42.0 in
Rear 34.8 in
Head Room Front 38.8 - 39.8 in
Rear 36.7 in
Front 38.0 - 38.3 in
Rear 37.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Subaru WRX offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Toyota Corolla. The Subaru WRX will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Toyota Corolla.

Convenience
With the Toyota Corolla you will definitely be making less frequent stops at the gas station than with the Subaru WRX, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Subaru WRX will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Toyota Corolla, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Subaru WRX is much wider than the Toyota Corolla, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. When looking at overall length, the Subaru WRX takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Toyota Corolla.

Handling
The Subaru WRX has a larger turning radius than the Toyota Corolla, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Subaru WRX has a much more powerful engine than the Toyota Corolla. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Subaru WRX does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Toyota Corolla.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Subaru WRX and the Toyota Corolla.