The 2026 Toyota Corolla window sticker reads 35 to 50 mpg combined depending on the engine: 50 for the 1.8L 4-cyl hybrid and 35 for the 2L 4-cyl. NHTSA gives the 2026 Corolla 5 stars overall, and a used 2026 asks about $25,928 today.
The Toyota Corolla window sticker — build, options & years
The Toyota Corolla ran from 1981–2026 across 12 generations (1971–1973, 1974, 1975–1979, 1980–1984, 1985–1988, 1989–1992, 1993–1996, 1997–2002, 2003–2008, 2009–2013, 2014–2018, 2019–2026).
For year-by-year recalls, MPG and safety, see the full Toyota Corolla VIN decoder.
What the Toyota Corolla sticker says about fuel
EPA figures for the 2026 Corolla, averaged across its 2 versions:
The label also prints an estimated $1,525 a year in fuel at 15,000 miles, and 305 g/mi of CO₂. In its EPA class (Compact Cars, 2026) the best Corolla version ranks #1 of 17 on combined MPG.
How the Corolla's sticker figure changed
Combined MPG by model year, 1984 to 2026:
Combined went from 38 mpg in 1984 to 43 in 2026; the best year on file is 2020 at 44 mpg. EPA revised its testing method in 2008, so stickers printed before and after that year are not directly comparable.
Safety ratings printed on the label
NHTSA results for the 2026 Corolla:
The weak spot is frontal crash: 4 stars against 5 overall. Against other models: safest cars ranking.
The Corolla sticker against its rivals
On combined MPG the Corolla has the best figure of the 4: 50 mpg for its most efficient 2026 version.
| Model | EPA year | Best combined | NHTSA overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Corolla | 2026 | 5★ | |
| Subaru WRX | 2026 | 5★ | |
| Volkswagen Jetta | 2026 | 5★ | |
| Volvo S60 | 2025 | 5★ |
What a used Corolla sells for now
Median asking price by model year, from 808 live US listings:
| Model year | Median asking price | Sample |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 31 listings | |
| 2025 | 55 listings | |
| 2024 | 93 listings | |
| 2023 | 38 listings | |
| 2022 | 96 listings | |
| 2021 | 82 listings | |
| 2020 | 77 listings | |
| 2019 | 48 listings | |
| 2018 | 52 listings | |
| 2017 | 76 listings | |
| 2016 | 69 listings | |
| 2015 | 91 listings |
A 2026 Corolla asks a median $25,928 today, a 2015 about $10,950. Full breakdown on the Toyota Corolla value page.
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Corolla window sticker — every model year
ForCar has built 117 Corolla window stickers from VINs so far, opened 220 times. The most requested model years are 2026, 2024 and 2020.
Any Corolla from 1981–2026: the VIN carries the model year, so there is no year to pick. Other Toyota models: Toyota window stickers.
Other Toyota window stickers
| Model | Years covered | Class | Best EPA figure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Camry | Midsize Cars | 52 mpg | |
| Toyota RAV4 | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 78 mpg | |
| Toyota Tacoma | Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 24 mpg | |
| Toyota Highlander | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 36 mpg | |
| Toyota 4-Runner | Special Purpose Vehicles | 23 mpg | |
| Toyota Tundra | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 22 mpg |
Where to find the VIN on a Toyota Corolla
- WindshieldLower-left corner, driver's side, readable from outside without opening anything.
- Door jambOn the driver's door frame of every Corolla, next to the tire-pressure and build-date plate.
- DocumentsRegistration, title and insurance card — on a Toyota Corolla all three must show the same number.
Window sticker — frequently asked
What MPG does the Toyota Corolla window sticker show?
The 2026 label shows up to 50 mpg combined, #1 of 17 in its EPA class (Compact Cars). EPA puts the fuel bill at about $1,525 a year.
What safety rating is on the Toyota Corolla sticker?
5 stars overall from NHTSA for the 2026 model, by test: frontal crash 4, side crash 5, rollover 4.
Does the Corolla sticker show better MPG than the Subaru WRX?
Yes: the most efficient 2026 Corolla reads 50 mpg combined, the 2026 Subaru WRX 22.
Which Toyota Corolla years do people look up most?
2026, with 13 of the 117 Corolla window stickers built on ForCar, followed by 2024 and 2020.
What is a used Toyota Corolla worth now?
A 2026 asks a median $25,928 and a 2015 about $10,950, across 808 live listings. More on the Toyota Corolla value page.
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