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2021 Toyota Camry vs. 2021 Toyota Corolla

2021 Toyota Camry vs. 2021 Toyota Corolla

2021 Toyota Camry

vs.

2021 Toyota Corolla
$25,045* MSRP

Starting Price

$20,025* MSRP
203-hp 2.5L 4-Cylinder

Starting Engine

139-hp 1.8L 4-Cylinder
28 mpg city, 39 mpg highway**

Max Fuel Economy

31 mpg city, 40 mpg highway**
15.1 cubic feet

Max Cargo Space

13.1 cubic feet
38.0 inches

Rear Legroom

34.8 inches
Toyota Safety Senseâ„¢ 2.5+

Safety System

Toyota Safety Senseâ„¢ 2.0


Santa Fe drivers love their Toyota sedans because they are stylish, reliable, and safe. Plus, they come well equipped with all the latest features. If you’re in the market for a new Toyota sedan and wondering which one is best for you, Toyota of Santa Fe can help. Compare the 2021 Toyota Camry vs. Corolla here, or visit our dealership in Santa Fe to continue your research with a test drive.

Key Differences Between the Toyota Camry and Toyota Corolla

So, what is the difference between the new Toyota Camry and Toyota Corolla? Before we dive into the details, let’s take a look at a few key differences between the two:

  • Which is cheaper: the Toyota Camry or Toyota Corolla? The starting price for the Camry is $25,045 MSRP*, several thousand dollars higher than that of the Corolla, which starts at $20,025 MSRP*.
  • The Camry comes standard with a more powerful engine and offers a V6 upgrade option not available on the Corolla.
  • The more compact Corolla is more fuel-efficient than the Camry. 
  • The Camry’s more spacious cabin provides more room for cargo.
  • The 2021 Camry comes standard with Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5+ (TSS 2.5+), while the 2021 Corolla comes with Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.0 (TSS 2.0).

2021 Toyota Camry vs. Corolla: Performance

The 2021 Toyota Camry is available with a four-cylinder base engine or a six-cylinder upgrade. The Corolla offers two different four-cylinder options for your drives around Albuquerque. In terms of fuel efficiency, the Corolla is a better choice for city driving, while the Camry typically performs better on the highway. Compare the 2021 Camry vs. Corolla engine specs below:

2021 Toyota Camry Engine Specs

  • The standard 2.5L four-cylinder engine provides 203 horsepower with 184 lb-ft of torque, and gets an EPA-estimated 28 mpg in the city and 39 mpg on the highway**.
  • The larger 3.5L V6 delivers 301 horsepower with 267 lb-ft of torque. It gets 22 mpg in the city and 32 mpg highway**.

2021 Toyota Corolla Engine Specs

  • The 1.8L four-cylinder engine gets 139 horsepower with 126 lb-ft of torque and offers Rio Rancho drivers a fuel economy of 30 mpg in the city and 38 mpg on the highway**.
  • The new 2.0L four-cylinder engine provides 169 horsepower with 151 lb-ft of torque. With the continuously variable transmission, the XSE trim gets an incredible 31 mpg in the city and 38 mpg on the highway**.

In the past, only the Camry was available in a hybrid configuration. Now, both a Camry Hybrid and a Corolla Hybrid are available for eco-conscious Espanola drivers!

2021 Toyota Camry vs. Corolla: Interior Dimensions

For many customers, choosing the right sedan will come down to how much room is needed for passengers and cargo. So which is bigger: the Toyota Camry or Toyota Corolla? While the compact 2021 Corolla is easy to maneuver in traffic, the roomier 2021 Camry cabin offers extra space for everything you need to bring along on your Los Alamos drives:

2021 Toyota Camry L Dimensions

  • Passenger Volume: 100.4 cubic feet
  • Hip Room (Front/Rear): 55.4 inches/54.7 inches
  • Legroom (Front/Rear): 42.1 inches/38 inches
  • Cargo Room: 14.1 cubic feet on the base trim and 15.1 cubic feet in every other configuration
  • Shoulder Room (Front/Rear): 57.7 inches/55.7 inches

2021 Toyota Corolla L Dimensions 

  • Passenger Volume: 88.6 cubic feet
  • Hip Room (Front/Rear): 53.9 inches/51.3 inches
  • Legroom (Front/Rear): 42 inches/34.8 inches
  • Cargo Room: 13.1 cubic feet
  • Shoulder Room (Front/Rear): 54 inches/51.7 inches

If you have a growing family, the more spacious cabin and larger trunk of the 2021 Camry make it an appealing choice. That said, the 2021 Toyota Corolla actually offers a bit more rear legroom.

Test Drive a New Toyota Camry or Corolla in Santa Fe 

Now that you know the difference between the Toyota Camry and Toyota Corolla, are you ready to compare them in person? The friendly team at Toyota of Santa Fe is here to help you find the Toyota sedan that is best for your needs. You can start the process by completing a finance application or chatting with our finance team about your options. Contact us to schedule your test drive today!

 

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*MSRP excludes the Delivery, Processing, and Handling Fee of $995 for Cars (86, Avalon, Avalon HV, Camry, Camry HV, Corolla, Corolla HV, Corolla HB, Mirai, Prius, Prius Prime, Supra), $1,175 for SUV/Van/Small Trucks (4Runner, C-HR, Highlander, Highlander HV, RAV4, RAV4 HV, RAV4 Prime, Sienna, Tacoma, Venza), $1,365 for Large SUVs (Land Cruiser, Sequoia), and $1,595 for Large Truck (Tundra). (Historically, vehicle manufacturers and distributors have charged a separate fee for processing, handling and delivering vehicles to dealerships. Toyota’s charge for these services is called the “Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee” and is based on the value of the processing, handling and delivery services Toyota provides as well as Toyota’s overall pricing structure and may be subject to change at any time. Toyota may make a profit on the Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee.) Excludes taxes, license, title and available or regionally required equipment. The Delivery,Processing and Handling Fee in AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC and TX will be higher. The published prices do not apply to Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Actual dealer price will vary.

**EPA-estimated 28 city/39 hwy/32 combined mpg for 2021 Camry LE, SE and SE Nightshade Edition; 27 city/38 hwy/31 combined mpg for 2021 Camry XLE 4-Cylinder and XSE 4-Cylinder; 22 city/33 hwy/26 combined mpg for 2021 Camry XLE V6; 22 city/32 hwy/26 combined mpg for 2021 Camry XSE V6; 21 city/31 hwy/25 combined mpg for 2021 Camry TRD; 51 city/53 hwy/52 combined mpg for 2021 Camry LE Hybrid; and 44 city/47 hwy/46 combined mpg for 2021 Camry SE Hybrid, XLE Hybrid and XSE Hybrid. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle’s condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov.

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