Toyota Corolla LE Eco
33.5 MPG The 2019 Toyota Corolla LE Eco is EPA-rated at 33.5 MPG combined (29.5 city / 39 highway). Over 15,000 miles a year that is about 448 gallons, $1433 a year in fuel, or $0.096 per mile at $3.20/gal.
Across its full 2014–2019 run it averages 33.5 MPG, essentially flat across 6 model years.
Running cost at different fuel prices and mileages
The figure everyone actually wants, and the one the EPA does not publish — because it depends on a fuel price no agency will commit to.
| Fuel price | Per mile | 10,000 mi/yr | 15,000 mi/yr | 20,000 mi/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2.50/gal | $0.075 | $746 | $1119 | $1493 |
| $3.00/gal | $0.090 | $896 | $1343 | $1791 |
| $3.20/gal | $0.096 | $955 | $1433 | $1910 |
| $3.50/gal | $0.104 | $1045 | $1567 | $2090 |
| $4.00/gal | $0.119 | $1194 | $1791 | $2388 |
| $4.50/gal | $0.134 | $1343 | $2015 | $2687 |
| $5.00/gal | $0.149 | $1493 | $2239 | $2985 |
Every model year
| Year | Combined | City | Highway | EPA fuel cost/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 33.5 MPG | 29.5 | 39 | $1875 | 267 | 2 |
| 2018 | 33.5 MPG | 29.5 | 39 | $1875 | 267 | 2 |
| 2017 | 33.5 MPG | 29.5 | 39 | $1875 | 267 | 2 |
| 2016 | 33.5 MPG | 30 | 39 | $1875 | 265 | 2 |
| 2015 | 33.5 MPG | 30 | 39 | $1875 | 265 | 2 |
| 2014 | 33.5 MPG | 30 | 39 | $1875 | 265 | 2 |
Where a model year offered several engines or drivetrains, the figure is the average across all EPA-tested trims that year — the trim count is shown so you can see how much averaging is involved.
How it compares in its class
Among the 261 midsize cars models tracked here, the Toyota Corolla LE Eco ranks 32 on current figures, against a class average of 27.2 MPG.
Closest more-efficient alternatives in the same class: Chevrolet Cruze (34), Kia Forte FE (34), Nissan Sentra (34), Honda Civic 4Dr (37.5), Lincoln MKZ Hybrid FWD (41).
Tailpipe CO₂ is rated at 267 grams per mile, which works out to roughly 4.0 tonnes a year at 15,000 miles.
Questions
What MPG does the Toyota Corolla LE Eco get?
The 2019 Toyota Corolla LE Eco is rated at 33.5 MPG combined by the EPA — 29.5 city and 39 highway. Across all 6 model years in the database it averages 33.5 MPG, ranging from 33 to 34 depending on year and trim.
How much does a Toyota Corolla LE Eco cost in fuel per year?
At 33.5 MPG and 15,000 miles a year, it burns about 448 gallons — roughly $1433 a year with fuel at $3.20 a gallon, or $0.096 per mile. The EPA's own published annual figure for the 2019 model is $1875.
Has the Toyota Corolla LE Eco become more efficient over time?
Barely. It sits at 33.5 MPG today against 33.5 in 2014 — essentially flat across 6 model years, with efficiency gains offset by weight and power creep.
Is the Toyota Corolla LE Eco efficient for its class?
It ranks 32 of 261 in the Midsize Cars class on current figures, against a class average of 27.2 MPG. That is 6.3 better than typical for the class.
EPA test figures from fueleconomy.gov. Cost per mile and annual fuel spend are computed at a reference price of $3.20 per gallon — use your own price. Estimates based on official test figures and average fuel prices. Real-world consumption varies with driving style, load, terrain and maintenance.