Toyota 86 vs. Toyota Corolla

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota 86 and Toyota Corolla contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Toyota 86 and the Toyota Corolla.

When we compare the Toyota 86's and the Toyota Corolla's specifications and ratings, the Toyota 86 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The Toyota Corolla has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Toyota 86's and the Toyota Corolla's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Corolla is a better car than the Toyota 86.

Pricing: A used 2020 Toyota 86 ranges from $21,836 to $30,410 while a used 2020 Toyota Corolla is priced between $14,720 to $22,994.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota 86 loses 22.5 percent of its value and the Toyota Corolla loses 26.3 percent of its value. This means the Toyota 86 retains 3.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Toyota Corolla.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota 86’s base engine makes 205 horsepower, and the Toyota Corolla base engine makes 139 horsepower. The 86 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 370 miles. The Corolla is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 502 miles. This gives the Toyota Corolla the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Toyota 86. The 86 uses premium unleaded, and the Corolla uses regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Toyota Corolla, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.

Safety Ratings: The Toyota Corolla has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.