It’s no secret that the Toyota Corolla is one of the most popular and successful vehicles of all time. The compact sedan continues to offer great features for a low price without sacrificing quality. The 2021 model year brings with it six trim levels of the regular gasoline-fueled Corolla, with the SE sitting near the middle.
The SE trim is a balancing act that will probably prove to be one of the most successful trims for the 2021 model year. It delivers great fuel efficiency, a youthfully energetic engine, and all the modern technology you expect without ringing up a scary price tag. Not to be confused with the SE Nightshade Edition, the regular SE is meant to improve on the features available for the L and LE trims, whereas the SE Nightshade Edition adds cosmetic changes like black badging. The chart below shows how well the SE trim of the 2021 Toyota Corolla performs and what features it comes with.
Powertrain & Performance |
Safety Features |
Entertainment & Comfort Features |
2.0L 4-Cylinder Engine | Pre- and Post-Collision Safety Systems | USB and Auxiliary Audio Inputs |
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) or 6-Speed Manual | LED Headlamps | Satellite Radio with 3-Month Free Trial |
31 City/40 Highway/33 Combined MPG | Passenger Sensing Airbag Deactivation | Adaptive Cruise Control |
169 Horsepower and 151 lb-ft of Torque | Front and Rear Head Airbags | Climate Control |
If you know you want to buy the 2021 Toyota Corolla but can’t decide which trim, you can choose the SE to get lots of great features beyond those mentioned above, without having to pay as much as those who choose the XSE. The SE is like a one-size-fits-all trim, and we try to carry extra SE trims at the Toyota of Corvallis dealership.
• Steering Wheel Mounted Cruise, Transmission, and Audio Controls
• Rearview Backing Camera
• Front and Rear Cupholders and Door Pockets
• Turn Signal Mirrors with Heating
• Leather Steering Wheel
• 4 One-Touch Power Windows
• 8 Exterior Color Options
• And More!