90SOLID2019 Toyota Corolla HatchbackOverall ImpressionPlenty of standard equipment.

Manual transmission version is fun to drive.

Performance lacks in a few key areas, however.ProsMaterial Quality Safety Features Infotainment FeaturesConsRear LegroomCargo CapacityThose wanting a compact car with attitude should take a look at the new Toyota Corolla Hatchback. If you want a safe compact car, the Corolla gets a suite of safety features not typically found in this segment. Add in a dash of the Corolla?s excellent fuel economy and its high resale value, and you have all the ingredients for a car that will please budget-conscious consumers.
Over the weekend, we drove the top-trim, 2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback XSE.
What?s New For 2019 The redesigned Corolla debuts in a new hatchback body style and comes with improved interior design and materials. Apple CarPlay and Amazon Alexa are standard.
Features & Options: XLE Trim Offers Enough
The 2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback XSE ($22,990) is the sportier Corolla. It comes standard with 18-inch machined wheels, unique front-end styling, a rear spoiler, steering-wheel paddle shifters (for CVT automatic models), sport front seats, SofTex upholstery with cloth inserts, and a sport-style gauge cluster.
Also included are the XLE’s upgraded headlights, bumper-mounted LED daytime running lights, and leather-wrapped steering wheel. The XSE is the only trim that can be had with a manual transmission, which brings with it keyless i...